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The Legionnaires
Country / Bluegrass / Americana

Country/western & bluegrass step out for a jam...



Fargo, NORTH DAKOTA
United States

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Member Since1/6/2006
Band Websitehttp://thelegionnaires.net
Band MembersCactus Kristofferson - Electric Guitar, Vocals
J. "Skull" McCready - Bass Guitar, Vocals
Copenhagen Kristofferson - Drums, Vocals
Philip DeSnaatch - Keyboards, Vocals
Günter Banger - Electric Guitar

InfluencesWillie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Bob Wills, Ween, Jerry Reed, Hank Williams Sr., Vaughn Monroe, Wynn Stewart, Ray Price, Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, Lyle Lovett, Hank Snow, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Robbie Fulks, David Allan Coe, and more when I have time to write them in.
Sounds LikeAll right...we'll take a crack at this. We sound like a lot of corn whiskey poured down the throats of Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and David Allen Coe and lit, regardless of which end it came back out of. Our music is strong on country and roots rock, with touches of bluegrass, blued-eyed soul and humor. We write songs with lyrics that coulda been written by an eighth-grader (they weren't; however, we will admit that one song was written by a yankee chick up in Vermont, and y'all shouldn't blame her for the rest of them), but we also write 'em about what it means to be a man in today's world. We write about things we believe in, songs that tell stories and some that are just plain beer-drinkin' anthems for drunks (yep, this jest might mean y'all). But ain't nobody ever had a bad time at one of our shows, and we are the undisputed champions of having unscheduled guests come up and jam with us onstage...we've had fiddles, trombones, saxophones, jew's harps, mandolins, ukuleles and paintbrushes (courtesy of Norton Wisdom) onstage with us, and we're always lookin' for new friends to jam with. Come on out to a show and hear it for yourself, why'ntcha?
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From their first gig, in the basement bar of a Fargo strip club, to their fall 2005 appearance at the legendary Cabooze club in Minneapolis, MN, North Dakota's The Legionnaires have become a hot topic on the lips of music and comedy fans across the upper Midwest. Their unique blend of country, rock, bluegrass and world beat music is nearly as noteworthy as their hilariously raunchy lyrics about forbidden carnal pleasures, life on the road, and the prices paid for indulging in too much of both. Take warning, the subject matter in this incredibly entertaining show is not suited for all-ages crowds, but their energetic performances and commanding stage presence are perfectly suited for a roof-raising, floor-stomping party that is sure to leave you hungry for more.

Their showmanship and musicianship has not been overlooked by their peers, either. In just one short year of playing venues around North Dakota and Minnesota, they'd already shared the stage with some of the most established and up-and-coming artists in the upper Midwest, including Wookiefoot, Trampled by Turtles, Stealin' Strings, Down Lo, 40 Watt Bulb, Quadrophonic, The White Iron Band, Javier Trejo, WBPN, The Big Wu, The Radiators, Shooter Jennings, Banyan and more! Many of these billings have led to on-stage collaboration, and with many "honorary Legionnaires" now scattered throughout the Midwest, there is always the possibility of a local celebrity musician showing up at a Legionnaires show to join in the fun.

For booking information, or if you'd like to know more, check out the official band site at http://thelegionnaires.net! You can always download free live versions of our songs at http://www.thelegionnaires.net/tunes, playable on ANY mp3 player!

Y'all can see who else done come by here today if y'all click this here map: Visitor Map



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Jul 13 2009 5:38 PM

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Christian Lamitschka, Journalist for Country Music





Jul 13 2009 5:38 PM

CountryHome Forum, http://groups.myspace.com/CountryHomeMagazine , is one of the biggest Forum for country music in Europe and part of CountryHome, www.countryhome.de , Germany's Premier Online Country Music Magazine.

CountryHome Forum have more than 5,000 members. Each news you submit to CountryHome Forum will released to my weekly Newsletter with more than 50,000 readers.

Please submit your artist news and events to CountryHome Forum to help your artists to get well known better in Europe. If you do not have the time to submit your artist news and events by yourself, please send it me to: Ch.Lamitschka@t-online.de and I will submit them by myself to CountryHome Forum.

I know that many artists from North America don't have their music videos uploaded to German video websites. The most popular websites are MyVideo.de and ClipFish.de. That means your European audience does not have the chance to find them.

I understand that most of you don't speak German and are not able to upload videos because of the language barrier. If you would like me to upload your videos to the German video websites, please let me know.

Thanks

Christian

Editor & Journalist for Country Music
Christian Lamitschka
An der Pfingstweide 28
61118 Bad Vilbel
Germany
Phone: ++49 6101 544613
Mobil: ++49 171 6903352
Ch.Lamitschka@t-online.de
Info@CountryMusic-Magazin.de
Christian Lamitschka, Journalist for Country Music





Jul 13 2009 5:38 PM

CountryHome Forum, http://groups.myspace.com/CountryHomeMagazine , is one of the biggest Forum for country music in Europe and part of CountryHome, www.countryhome.de , Germany's Premier Online Country Music Magazine.

CountryHome Forum have more than 5,000 members. Each news you submit to CountryHome Forum will released to my weekly Newsletter with more than 50,000 readers.

Please submit your artist news and events to CountryHome Forum to help your artists to get well known better in Europe. If you do not have the time to submit your artist news and events by yourself, please send it me to: Ch.Lamitschka@t-online.de and I will submit them by myself to CountryHome Forum.

I know that many artists from North America don't have their music videos uploaded to German video websites. The most popular websites are MyVideo.de and ClipFish.de. That means your European audience does not have the chance to find them.

I understand that most of you don't speak German and are not able to upload videos because of the language barrier. If you would like me to upload your videos to the German video websites, please let me know.

Thanks

Christian

Editor & Journalist for Country Music
Christian Lamitschka
An der Pfingstweide 28
61118 Bad Vilbel
Germany
Phone: ++49 6101 544613
Mobil: ++49 171 6903352
Ch.Lamitschka@t-online.de
Info@CountryMusic-Magazin.de
MJG Productions





Jul 4 2009 3:11 PM

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Jul 3 2009 2:25 PM

Howdy Y'all! WHYS misses Legionnaires and wants to know when to pop the champaign? (for the party) There's a rumor going around that your planning a show in E.C. and stopping bye the studio to perform live on air. Partytime central U.S.A! - Lil Roo
mr. meeble





Jul 3 2009 2:25 PM

glad we connected...

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Misled





Jul 3 2009 2:25 PM

Thanks for the add!
THE NESTOR TAVERN





Jul 3 2009 2:25 PM

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Jun 23 2009 1:33 AM

We can't wait!
amberrecords





May 28 2009 2:59 PM

hi guys
Burnin Hyder





May 28 2009 2:58 PM

Whats up guys. Going to be in your neck of the woods this Friday at the Nestor. With the Fillers. Music at 10pm.

Bullshed





May 28 2009 2:58 PM

Thanks, you guys sound great! We'll let you know when we're in your parts!
Cousin Kate





May 28 2009 2:57 PM

Thank you for your myspace friendship :)
We hope you enjoy our music and wish a magical day!
Sandy and Harry-Music and Video Page





May 28 2009 2:57 PM

Thanks for adding our Music and Video Page! We wish you all the Best!

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Roots Connection





May 28 2009 2:57 PM

Hi The Legionnaires
WE ARE NOW ONLINE WITH OURS CDS.
THIS IS THE SIGNAL THAT THE LIFE GOES ON.
WE WANT TO GO ON...

AND SO IN THE MEMORY OF A FRIEND THAT WE'LL NEVER FORGET HERE WE ARE:

ROOTS CONNECTION "ANIMYSTIC"
OUR SECOND LP .
(PHISICALLY ONLY IN ITALY FROM THE 1TH OF APRIL 2009).
IT'S ENRICO MICHELETTI LAST WILL.



ROOTS CONNECTION - 2003
OUR FIRST ALBUM.
IT'S A MEETING BETWEEN DIFFERENT PEOPLE AND DIFFERENT KIND OF MUSIC.



THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
KEEP THE BLUES ALIVE!
GOD BLESS YOU!!!!
MJG Productions





May 8 2009 8:42 PM

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May 1 2009 11:01 PM

Record Store Day is today-check out our indie exclusives and free food!
Big Yellow Mother





Apr 17 2009 5:21 PM


Representing ya'll in Mexico, we actually did some very sinister and vile thangs, in honour of ya'll..
ORANGE RECORDS





Apr 17 2009 5:21 PM

RECORD STORE DAY! In-Store performances w/ Pat Lipsea, Lava Proof Boots, Chrissie Jo10% off new CDs LPs DVDs20% off used CDs LPs DVDsIN-STORE @ ORANGE RECORDS! music starting at 2pm
norton wisdom





Mar 31 2009 5:14 PM

my love and respect to the great of all foul mouth cowboys bans wiz
Liz Talley





Mar 30 2009 11:57 PM

Been thinking about you guys from Fargo dealing with the floods.
Good luck and hope you're all safe!
Johnson Family Band





Mar 22 2009 3:58 AM

Hey boys... great show on St. Patrick's day. We had a hell of a time.
hearts,
The Johnson Family Band
Anthony





Mar 20 2009 9:48 PM

Hey guys,

Just wanted to remind you that Junebug is playing at The Aquarium next Saturday March 28th for our CD release party with The Mindfunk Allstars and The San Haven Chuckle! We play at 11pm!

I'd be great to see you guys.
Come on out and spread the word!
Good luck tonight boys and keep tonight's set as politically correct as possible!

Peace,

Anthony
Mike





Mar 14 2009 3:03 PM

im not sure whos all playing with them now, they are always changing it up.... all i know is that Ed and his wife Brandi are the only permanent members..... but they have a new album coming out in May.....cant wait!

are you guys playing with waldman tonight??? i think i'll be there
Sarah Ann





Mar 14 2009 1:29 AM

i heart u guys and i heart that bar.
tell howie hi
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