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The Mad Ripple
Alternative / Acoustic / Rock

coming soon: New CD "Her Tattoos Could Sail Ships"



MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota
United States

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   The Mad Ripple: General Info
Member Since9/5/2006
Band Website
Band MembersBelow: "For Banjo Lisa Wherever She Is" (with Gretchen Seichrist of Patches and Gretchen) Archives of a few of the Hootcasts can be had by clicking the On Demand button above.
Influences Photos by Steve Cohen, Stacy Schwartz, Tony Nelson, David DeYoung, Alexa Jones and Margaret Campbell.
Sounds Like"The Mad Ripple, `Sink and/or Swim.' After a hiatus of about 20 years, City Pages columnist and ex-rock critic Jim Walsh has returned to musicmaking. He wears his influences on his sleeve, writing some wonderful songs in the spirit of Paul Westerberg, John Prine and Loudon Wainwright III. The record is like Walsh's newspaper work: smart, sincere, occasionally corny and often funny." (Jon Bream, Minneapolis Star Tribune, June 25, 2006) "The one music critic in town whom musicians actually like, Jim Walsh puts his friendships to good use on his fun and freewheelin' new CD, "Sink and/or Swim," which comes out Tuesday on Eclectone under the pseudonym the Mad Ripple. Guest ripplers include Jim and Dave Boquist, Marc Perlman, Jeaneen Gauthier and DJ Woody McBride." (Chris Riemenschneider, Minneapolis Star Tribune, June 31, 2006). "...a collection of raw, vulnerable songs; songs full of delicate vocal meanderings and resounding lyrics... a good portion of the songs reflect on heavier subjects, such as the emptiness of depression and the loneliness of lost love. `A Question For Pat Dwyer at Grumpy's in NE Minneapolis' and `Obit Desk' are perfect snapshots from the complicated mind of a fierce intellect." (Andrea Meyers, Pulse Of The Twin Cities, July 19, 2006). "...a ramshackle gem... These are the moments that explain why I do this." (8 out of 10; David Cowley, americana-uk.com) Get MySpace Layouts from nUCLEArcENTURy.COM OR create your own using MySpace profile editor!!!
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Record LabelEclectone Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Feb 14 2010 4:00P
Dusty’s Bar Minneapolis, Minnesota
Feb 16 2010 9:00P
Kings Wine Bar Minneapolis, Minnesota
Feb 22 2010 9:00A
KFAI-FM Minneapolis, Minnesota
Feb 24 2010 10:00P
Sauce Spirits and Sound Bar Minneapolis, Minnesota
Feb 27 2010 8:00P
Shuga Records Minneapolis, Minnesota
Mar 5 2010 6:30P
The Beat Coffeehouse Minneapolis, Minnesota
Mar 26 2010 10:00P
The Turf Club St. Paul, Minnesota
Apr 24 2010 8:00P
First Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jun 11 2010 7:30P
Lake Harriet Band Shell Minneapolis, Minnesota

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   About The Mad Ripple
The Mad Ripple is the singing/songwriting/recording alias of Jim Walsh, longtime Minneapolis writer/music lover/former lead singer of Laughing Stock/REMs (1979-1986). The Ripple's debut CD "Sink and/or Swim" (Eclectone) is available on iTunes, CD Baby, and other fine Internet locations, as well as smart and discerning independent music stores across the land, such as The Electric Fetus, Treehouse Records, Roadrunner Records, and Cheapo's. Below: "Learning Curve" with Gretchen Seichrist of Patches and Gretchen.

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Really Long Night

Really Long Night



Oct 28 2009 3:39 PM

Beginning Tuesday November 3rd From 1:00pm to 3:00pm I will be hosting an Open Jam at Tillie's Bean
1931 Nicollet Ave. S. Minneapolis Mn 55404
Everybody is welcome !!
Tell all yer Musically Inclined Friends to bring an Instrument !!!
Peace,
Robert Lee
Jack Klatt

Jack Klatt



Sep 22 2009 7:17 PM

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Tina

Tina Lowells



Sep 22 2009 7:16 PM

you rock! keep rockin! <3<3
ashleigh still

ashleigh still



Sep 20 2009 11:34 PM

"people who need people get hurt more than those who don't"

how's that for truth. one of my favorite lines. ever. a gut-resounding "yes" every time i hear you sing it.

xo
Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention

Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention



Sep 14 2009 8:24 PM




THE GLEAM

THE GLEAM



Sep 9 2009 7:30 PM



COME SUPPORT ROSIE
Twin Cities

Twin Cities Songwriting



Sep 9 2009 7:30 PM

Thanks for the add!

Twin Cities Songwriting supports all songwriters and artists.
Shawn Gibbons

Shawn Gibbons



Aug 25 2009 2:35 AM

Tin Star Sisters sounds great!!!!! Can't wait to get my hands on the new album!
Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Aug 20 2009 8:01 PM

Hello! New pics posted!

and Im putting up some new video today too!
Share love everybody!
-Ruby Jane
Jack Klatt

Jack Klatt



Aug 20 2009 8:01 PM

Long time no see sir, you oughta come out to the 331 tonight....
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Right From Rona

Right From Rona



Jul 6 2009 6:42 PM

Hi The Mad Ripple

Just wanted to say thanks for being a friend! Have a great day! Come by and see us play at Eclipse Records Thursday July 16th at 7pm. Othr acts are Lollipop Factory, Company Inc. and Ribbons. Stop by our page for more info and a sample of some music!

the duke and the gambler

the duke and the gambler



Jul 13 2009 7:31 PM

dear friend – thanks for the add !!!

 

h e r e   I   a m
gambling   with   thoughts - gambling   with   feelings
h e r e   t h e y   a r e
my   songs - my   words



sincerly yours
t h e   d u k e   a n d   t h e   g a m b l e r

Blood Root Mother

Blood Root Mother



Jul 15 2009 9:31 PM

Hello!

I just wanted to stop by to say hello and give you a little update on what Blood Root Mother is up to! We will be recording an EP of new music in August, and we recently finished recording a live DVD. The DVD is currently unreleased and I actually just saw it for the first time a few days ago. It features the last two performances with Tony Ellis still alive, and some footage from the tribute show we played on the night of his funeral.

There are some cool covers, as well as some NEW music that will be on our upcoming EP. We're very excited about the new music and we'd like to share a sneak peak with you. Here's a video of a new tune called Run Bobby Run:






Let us know what you think!

Peace,
Elliot
Jack Klatt

Jack Klatt



Jul 16 2009 4:17 PM

7/20 KKC
Shawn Gibbons

Shawn Gibbons



Jul 1 2009 2:14 AM

Long live The Hoot at The Box!!!
SHARON

SHARON



Jul 1 2009 6:14 AM

hoots for July 2009?
are they laid out?
I will be there 14-21 or (actually 15-20th)....
I would love to see you/yours
Stella for Star

Stella for Star



Jun 30 2009 1:04 AM

It was great hearing you on The Local Show. That 'Banjo Lisa' song is fantastic!
Blood Root Mother

Blood Root Mother



Jun 13 2009 8:40 PM





What's up?

Blood Root Mother will be playing at Trocaderos in Minneapolis on Friday, June 26th. I cannot stress enough how awesome this show will be!! We're playing with three of the sweetest local rock bands: Claret, Niobium and Casanatra. If you haven't heard these guys, check them out immediately! Please come to this show!!

I recommend stopping by during happy hour for two for one drinks along with free buffet, which is delicious. We'll be hanging out at Trocs all night, so come by and chill/party with us :)

Again, here's the event info:

Friday, June 26th
Trocaderos
107 3rd Ave N
Minneapolis, MN
18+ // $6 // 8pm

Please come out and support some great local music!! Music starts at 9:30pm, we should go on around midnight. Invite your friends, pile into a car (or a party bus), and together we will make this one of the highlights of the summer :)

Peace,
Elliot
Jack Klatt

Jack Klatt



May 6 2009 9:00 PM

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See ya next thursday eh?
INUKSHUK PASS... go looking

INUKSHUK  PASS... go looking



Apr 29 2009 3:19 AM

Hey- Can't wait for the hoot on the 30th:)
Thomas Kivi

Thomas Kivi



Apr 29 2009 3:16 PM

Hey Jim--had a great time hooting with you once again, and it was great to meet Slim. I've got a show this Sunday at the Downtime in Dinkytown with Gabe Barnett and Jack Klatt if you want to check it out! I know Jack (and maybe Gabe too) are Hooting soon! Let me know when you need a guy...

Thomas Kivi
The Dry Heaves

The Dry Heaves



Apr 20 2009 8:20 PM

Hey there, thank you so much for adding us. If you get the chance, would you let us know what you think of our music? Thanks again and best wishes.


Andrew
Rahjta Ren - John DeLaire

Rahjta Ren - John DeLaire



Apr 14 2009 2:15 AM

Sisters' Camelot

Sisters' Camelot



Apr 15 2009 10:19 PM

Shawn Gibbons

Shawn Gibbons



Apr 17 2009 4:18 AM

Thanks for letting me be a part of your Hoot! It warmed the heart!
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