< "Musical styles come and go, but occasionally the good ones come back sounding fresh and new. Bluegrass is just one of those genres that are sprouting through the cracks of our concrete jungle and it feels great! In this proud new progressive blend, there is an excitability that is extremely refreshing. Leading the pack in (Chicago) is the Leadfoot String Band. " Lumino Magazine Feb. 2008
Leadfoot String Band is a 5 piece hot-pickin’ string band made up of mandolin, acoustic guitars, upright bass, banjo and vocals playing ’Chicago-style bluegrass.’ What is Chicago-style bluegrass? It’s hard drivin’, sometimes soulful, sometimes acoustically experimental, sometimes lonesome, rooted in a traditional setting, and explored from there. As Chicago musician Jaik Willis puts it, "Chicago’s freshest post-bluegrass with tasty...grooves served up spicey how you like it with lightening fast delivery." Known for their high energy shows, the music consists of stompin’ originals, as well as their own versions of popular songs and traditional bluegrass tunes. Jammin’ instrumentals and 3 part harmony vocals highlighted with the powerful voice of Bridget Cavanaugh on harmony and lead along with Steve Haberichter and Pat Otto cement their sound. It is an organic acoustic sound that pleases the ear and gets the feet stompin’. Simply put, "GOOD MUSIC."
In the four short years since their inception, Leadfoot String Band had evolved through numerous lineup changes leading to the super group they are today. Originally just Leadfoot, the band had explored different styles and sounds and eventually evolved back to their roots as Leadfoot String Band 2 years ago. Led by founding member Steve Haberichter, the band became an all acoustic ’string band’ with new members and added an old alumni Pat Otto who played with LfSB during it’s conseption. Leadfoot String Band performs over a hundred gigs a year, paving the way with a dedicated fan-base that is magnified with every show. LfSB is definately known as the "hardest hittin’ acoustic grass band in Illinois that get’s you on your feet....and always delivers".
Leadfoot has played all around the Midwest and Chicago playing with such bands as Railroad Earth, Drew Emmitt Band, Darol Anger, Sarah Watkins from Nickel Creek, Acoustic Hot Tuna, Bill Nershi and Honkeytonk Homeslice from the String Cheese Incident, Hot Buttered Rum, Particle, Split Lip Rayfield, Jeff Austin and Dave Johnson from Yonder Mt. String Band, Vince Welnick Band, Vince Herman from Leftover Salmon, The Special Consensus, and The Iguanas to name a few. For booking info, you can contact Steve Haberichter at leadfoot_steve@yahoo.com or just send us a message. Peace.
"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians
Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)
"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
Come out and celebrate the release of our new album, 'Real World Shaker', with us. The kickoff to a national college radio campaign beginning on the 30th. It should be a wild time. Hope to see you there and as always, thanks for the support - The Wonda
DEADHEADS GET READY TO PARTY HEARTY WITH FAMILY GROOVE COMPANY~ROOTSTAND~IFDAKAR,AND MORE! Hey now! The 3Gs ('aka Grateful Garcia Gathering), is returning back to the Camp NCN Venue in beautiful Black River Falls Wisconsin July 30th though August 2nd 2009 where it all began over 6 years ago! A grateful place where Garcia fans will be gathering! It also marks the celebration of Jerry Garcia's 67th Birthday, plus the 14th Anniversary of Jerry's untimely passing. We have leased the campground venue for July 30th though August 3rd 2009 for our 6th annual music festival.
Other great music festivals have hosted at this venue such as Weedstock, Farmapalooza, Big Wu Family Reunion, Campout Roots Festival,just to name a few!
Artists included: Family Groove Company, Rootstand, Ifdakar, Boney Fingers, Baghdad SCUBA Review, Fungus Garden Reverb, Jam and the Playground Kids, In the Dark, MMC Trio, Elf Lettuce, Vinny Weible & Soul Logic, Groovitational Pull, The Reggie, Grateful Beth and the Volunteers, The Bar Tab Band, John Statz, Mr. Cab Driver, Brok'n Arrow, Greyleaf, and more Jambands to be added soon!
Our friends at Mystix Toyz will be on board at the 3G's for tons of family fun with juggling demonstrations, including juggling workshops, face painting, kids parades, plus drum circles and fire dance jams every night
Check out sample tracks from our new album, Falling Together Falling Apart, on our Myspace Page.
"All in all, Aaron Koppel and company...have produced a lovely, lively collection marked by intelligent writing, emotional depth, and sterling musicianship." -Neil Tesser
Download the new EP Think Outside The Airlock and catch us on tour starting May 21. Also vote for us in the Tournament of Rock on scholarsandrogues.com
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