MY LIFE IN BLACK AND WHITE
began as a solo project for Dylan Summers called Castaway. His charred voice and storytelling lyrics called out to brotherhood, hard times, and his travels. Ben Hedlund and Erik Nicholson joined Dylan on guitar and as The Castaways they developed a loyal fan base. With a few line up changes to match their new name, My Life In Black And White hit the Northwest with a beer in each hand. Filled out by Coty Landauer’s aggressive drumming, Andy Langridge’s quick country bass lines, and Andrew Wicker’s melodic guitar work these five rallied an Irish inspired punk rock sound.
Drawing on influences as broad a The Pogues, Merle Haggard, and Rancid, My Life In Black And White recorded their first full length with Handsome Jon Burbank(of I Can Lick Any SOB In The House) in Portland, Oregon. The 12 song album Cloudy Skies was released in 2005 on money earned from playing their form of Cow-Punk everywhere and anywhere it would be allowed. Such songs as “Coldground/Playground,” “Song Of The Sea,” and “Shackleton” have found regular rotation on Complete Control Radio throughout the country. The My Life guys traveled the Northwest inspiring sing-alongs and establishing themselves as Rock & Roll revivalists. “Deadman,” and its chorus that called out, “So Come And Drink With Me,” became the mantra that marked their energetic live shows and made everyone feel welcome.
After touring, drinking, and sharing the stage with many bands, My Life In Black And White came home to Portland and began recording again in the summer of 2006. This new batch of songs showed a road-tested maturity and brought their country roots to the forefront. Though offered several different routes for its release the band decided to stick with their DIY ethic and released the record themselves. Drawing from the radio attention “Cloudy Skies” garnered, their second full length, Bottles, Our Breakdowns has opened even more doors for My Life In Black And White. Released early in 2007, Bottles, Our Breakdowns was grabbed up by hundreds of fans who already new the words from their dedicated concert support.
Since the release of Bottles, Our Breakdowns, MY LIFE IN BLACK AND WHITE has toured nationally (playing more shows than most bands do in a year), and started writing their next full length. Never ones to go with the flow they have created their own scene with partners in crime SID & FANCY, THE RUBBERNECKERS, and AMADAN. Come to a show, have a beer, and join the family.
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HELLO BOYS! God it's been such a long time, since I saw you guys in San Fran. I swear I haven't seen you guys for ages. How is everyone? Miss all of you. Guess what though? I will come to see you guys play in Portand on June 7th. I'm on my break for a month, before I start summer school in June. I want to see all of you again. Heard you guys have seen my sister a lot. It will kick ass to see u. Hope all is well. By the way where is Andrew's Myspace? Later skater.
hey dudes. I don't know what your summer tour plans are, if any. even if not I was thinking about you guys because Kari's (the estate you played at last summer) birthday is 8-8-08 and I was thinking about having another house party, and maybe getting you guys a show at maybe a bar too. I dunno. Kari and I would love to have you back this summer. drew face I'll give you a call sometime if i don't hear from you sooner.
Amazing show last night! That was the first show I've been to where a dog snuck in to show the band some love as well. Seriously good stuff and we look forward seeing you again. Take care!!!
We're playing this Wednesday in town. A bunch of us are in KMIRA too. Come on down if you can.
an evening with Casey Neill & the Norway Rats. Wed May 14th- PORTLAND, OR Lola's Room at the Crystal Ballroom EARLY SHOW - 7pm doors, 8pm start, $8, No Smoking, 1332 W. Burnside we're fresh off a month of touring and and playing a full 2 set show. The band features Ezra Holbrook, Jenny Conlee, Adam East, Little Sue, Lewi Longmire and Hanz Araki
Thanks for the add. I really like your style, punk and country are a great thing to mix. Check out my band Deadbeat Radio myspace. com/deadbeatradio we should play shows together. Do you have a full lineup for the Ash Street show?
Sounds fucking awsome guys! Thanks for the add. I happened to notice that none of the shows your doing are here in central oregon. You guys should come down and get a good following here. Great scene down here for sure. rock 'n' roll!
