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NiteRail
Rock / Classic Rock / Roots Music

"Waiting on the world to change..."

Minneapolis, St. Paul, Mankato, Minnesota
United States

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Last Login:  7/6/2008
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   NiteRail: General Info
Member Since12/20/2005
Band Websiteniterail.com
Band MembersMike Fugazzi-vocals/harmonicas (Mankato by way of Morris, MN, by way of Grand Forks, ND)
Korey Hicks-guitar (Roseville, by way of Boston, by way of Rochester, by way of AZ)
Konr Ness-bass (Minneapolis)
James Schneeberg-drums (Minneapolis by way of Cybertron)
Greg Hodgson-percussion (Minneapolis)
InfluencesSantana, Derek Trucks Band, Gov't Mule, James Brown, Blues Traveler, Robben Ford Band, The Allman Brothers Band, ZZ Top, John Mayer, The Black Crowes, Muddy Waters, Prince, Tower of Power, Howlin' Wolf, Ricky Gervais, Jimmie Vaughan, John Coltrane, Luther Allison, Miles Davis, Sonny Landreth, Eric Johnson, Alice In Chains, Herbie Hancock, Joe Cocker, Eric Clapton, Ray Charles, "Cannonball" Adderly, Stevie Wonder, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, SRV, Conan O'Brien, Freddie King, Albert King, Pink Floyd, Billy Joel, Ben Folds, Standard Deviation, Satan and Adam, Johnny Winter, Jason Ricci, Dwight Yoakam, Elvis, The Buddhas Groove, Duke Robillard, Ronnie Earl, Etta James, Jeff Buckley, Albert Collins, Buddy Guy, Larry David, B.B. King, Carlos Del Junco, Roy Buchanan, Tab Benoit, Taj Mahal, William Clarke, Paul Butterfield Blues Band, The Beach Boys, Mike Bloomfiel, Van Morrison, Jesus Christ
Sounds LikeEric Clapton, John Popper, Gov't Mule, The Allman Brothers Band, Jimmie Vaughan, Joe Bonamassa, Santana, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, John Mayer
Type of LabelNone





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 6 2008 4:00P
Neumann’s North St. Paul, Minnesota
Jul 19 2008 9:00P
The Underground Mankato, Minnesota
Jul 26 2008 9:00P
The Wine Cafe Mankato
Aug 3 2008 4:00P
Neumann’s North St. Paul, Minnesota
Aug 20 2008 9:00P
The Underground w/ Indigenous Mankato, Minnesota

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   About NiteRail
As of May 2008, NiteRail will again be accepting club bookings. If you would like to contact us about club dates, festival dates, or other large special events, please email us at "niterail AT niterail.com" OR visit Mike's MySpace page or James's MySpace Page.

WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS AND APPRECIATE ALL YOU'VE DONE FOR US.

Electronic Press Kit available at http://www.niterail.com/promo_kit/promo_kit.pdf

Delivering your favorite classic and contemporary tunes, NiteRail is a highly improvisational rock band that blends funk, soul, and rock into a sound that is described as dynamically organic and a thrill for concert goers. NiteRail captivates audiences with a balance of virtuosity, song selection, and soul that is rarely found in bands.

What can you expect from NiteRail? NiteRail delivers high energy party music all night long! This is not background music. It’s a rock show from start to finish that is just as exciting to watch as it is to listen to! The band hashes out a dynamic blend of current rock and classic rock that will get booties on the dance floor!

NiteRail is most commonly found performing as an energetic four-piece rock band. Led by guitar hero Korey Hicks, the band’s musicianship is top notch and air-tight. Boasting the ability to bring both male and female vocals, keyboards, harmonica, percussionist, drummer, bass, and guitar to the stage, NiteRail is able to cover hits songs that many other bands are not capable of playing. This includes contemporary hits from bands like: Santana, Gnarles Barkley, Blues Traveler, John Mayer, and the Black Crowes, as well as classic cuts from the likes of Eric Clapton, the Allman Brothers, Derek and the Dominoes, and ZZ Top.

History: Formed in 2004, NiteRail has played over 50 venues throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin as both a rock and blues group. Some of the venues played include Famous Dave’s and the Cabooze in the Twin Cites, the Kato Ballroom and Hooligan’s in Mankato, and Oktoberfest and Nighthawk’s in Lacrosse, Wisconsin. NiteRail and its members have also played festivals such as the Tree Frog Music Festival, Mankato Ribfest, Oldtown Summerfest, Summer Solstice, Mid Summer Jazz Festival, and the Chatfield Crawdad Festival.

Recognitions: NiteRail’s work has been featured in publications like the Mankato Free Press, Rochester Post-Bulletin, Owatonna People's Press, Faribault Daily News, Blue Monday Monthly, Static Magazine, and Applauze Magazine. Original recordings have been played by radio stations like KFAI, 96.7 The Dog FM, and KMSU.

Expansion: You’ll never see the members of NiteRail bored because they are always seeking to push their limits. The band is constantly adding to new and classic hits to their play list and is currently capable of performing over 100 songs spanning rock, blues, funk, and soul.

Capabilities: NiteRail can deliver a full three-hour headline performance as well as festival and opening sets in a duo to seven-piece setting. Besides their high-energy rock show, NiteRail is also capable of playing up to a three set blues show. NiteRail tailors set lists to the specific needs of your event and can cover anything from large festival stages to intimate acoustic events – just ask!


   NiteRail's Friend Space (Top 16)
NiteRail has 634 friends.
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NiteRail's Friends Comments
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Teri





Jun 19 2008 7:37 PM

are you guys PUMPED or what!?! It is great to hear you will be back in business! :)
Love.....the new crave





May 26 2008 5:30 PM

TO KNOW LOVE
IS TO BE LOVE

LOVE.....THE NEW CRAVE
CHRISTINE CATHERINE





May 15 2008 9:20 AM

HellZZZ YES we are! I can't wait... I am have just been waitin on a few things... with booking and all.. I am trying to get stuff ready and find a booking agent.. I am puuuumped.
Greg





May 10 2008 10:29 PM

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America





Apr 17 2008 8:21 PM

Perfect! I will be ready to rock!
Trip Johnson Band





Nov 8 2007 6:35 PM

Hi,
Great music!! Korey, we should jam sometime. I’m just a few miles east of you at NSP. Click the Trip pic, when you have some time, and check out my songs. Leave a comment. Thanks!
Trip
Markie J





Oct 22 2007 7:56 AM

I need NiteRail! I need NiteRail! I got a FEVER and the only PERSCRIPTION is more NITERAIL!
El Jedediacho





Oct 16 2007 3:51 PM

Sorry to hear about the band breaking up! Let me know what other projects you have on the horizon....for any of you all, I'm always here to help.....
Wild Bill From Bunker Hill





Oct 10 2007 3:04 PM

Yup Yup, let us know when the next show is. JJ I and mark wanna come. We need the NiteRail.
America





Oct 3 2007 6:31 PM

whats new with the band? i'll have to see the next city show you guys got and rock out!
sara





Sep 24 2007 3:37 PM

Hey guys! I just wanted to say that it was great to see you at the L Cove on Sat... I always enjoy your music! Did I tell you I caught a bit of your act @ Summerfest, too? Love it!
Thanks for all the dancing, it was great fun! I'd come see you in La Crosse this weekend, but I've got to be at the Renn Faire. I couldn't open that bulletin, by the way, dunno if it was a problem w/my page or not, but I tried a few times, and it won't open...
Hope you have a great week!
Musicgoat.com





Sep 22 2007 1:00 PM

Hey guys I just wanted to let you know I played "Selfish Ways" on my latest all blues podcast. Check it out when you get a chance.

Musicgoat Melting Pot Podcast


Jason Ricci & New Blood





Sep 13 2007 1:33 PM

Glad to hear you guys are staying busy! thanks for listening and commenting on the new tunes! all the ferrets of the world thank you with out mocking.
J.R.
Murphy





Aug 27 2007 2:34 PM

Awesome job at Summerfest this year guys! Hope to have ya back next year!
Ted





Aug 8 2007 4:59 PM

Hey guys!
You bet I saw your gig & I got your cd's too! Great stuff! I'm listening to CC right now.
Places to play down here? Well Torges over in Austin usually has the best for live bands. In Albert Lea there isn't much but some of the smaller bars around the area usually have bands. Like: "Julio's" in Hayward, "Bend in the Road" in Manchester.. But they are small.
Thanks for the comment guys and keep up the great work!
Ted
Sarahbobara





Aug 8 2007 12:06 PM

Looking forward to seeing you guys this weekend. Hopefully it doesnt rain.....
t.hitch [B4B]





Aug 4 2007 10:53 AM

oh yeah! you guys were amazing!
Teri





Aug 3 2007 12:30 AM

hey guys! just wanted to say SOUNDING GREAT - AS USUAL! keep up the great work... MANKATO IS MISSING YA!
Brandon Scott Sellner - Thanks for voting!!!





Jul 31 2007 3:19 PM

Lookin forward to jammin with you guys. Im glad all the details got worked out... Nice addition to the group by the way ;-) take care
Dee Miller Band





Jul 25 2007 4:53 PM

hey thanks for adding us. look forward to catching u guys again. If you ever get a chance come see us play sometime. take it easy and have a good weekend.
Blueshammer





Jul 12 2007 2:52 PM

Great seeing ya'll. Have had a great number of positive comments about the show. Very good exposure! catch up with ya soon! -John
CHRISTINE CATHERINE





Jul 11 2007 10:11 PM

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Aaron





Jul 7 2007 6:08 PM

Famous? Let's just say I made a little movie with my pal Optimus.

The briefs must have got lost in the mail. A tragedy, to be sure.
Vickie {aka} Angel





Jul 6 2007 7:19 PM

Hope UR band keep diong the damn thing and here a lil' something 4 ya'll.
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Slim





Jul 1 2007 4:04 PM

Hey Mike!
Long time no-hear! How are the band babies and welcome to Christine! Got as far north as Chicago and Rockford lately with Delta Highway. Maybe we'll get up your way soon! Stay in touch!
CHRISTINE CATHERINE





Jun 25 2007 8:00 AM

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CK





Jun 21 2007 3:27 PM

Got the CD's...very cool! I just have to stop listening at work. I get this unbearable urge to have a beer and a smoke when I listen. :)

Thanks for the live stuff!
Sarahbobara





Jun 12 2007 8:32 PM

I hope ya'll come back to the L-Cove real soon!
B - rad


Is Online


Jun 8 2007 11:33 AM

Thanks agian from The L-Cove. Keep that music movin mountians.
America





May 29 2007 8:27 PM

i ment the 22nd
America





May 29 2007 8:26 PM

interested to hear the new line up! I'll be at the show in St. Paul on the 28th ready to rock!
Stevo





May 20 2007 6:04 PM

Congrats on the new addition. Christine has a great voice and, dare I say, she's a lovely young lady.
CHRISTINE CATHERINE





Apr 30 2007 10:12 PM

Hi There Mike!
Yeah, Everything went really good. Korey is awesome.. He blew me away.. I am looking forward to playing together too! I can't wait to hear how everything sounds together! I know it will sound great! Well, I will see everyone very soon.. I hope everyone is well
=)
Can't wait

Christine
CHRISTINE CATHERINE





Apr 25 2007 1:32 PM

You guys are awesome!
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Markie J





Apr 9 2007 7:44 AM

Sorry I missed the show. I wasn't in town otherwise I would have been there. I know you guys ripped it up though you always do.
Dead of Winter Jam





Mar 20 2007 8:10 PM

JUST THREE MORE DAYS til the southern Minnesota music event of the season...featuring this group and many others!

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THIS FRIDAY NIGHT, March 23rd at Kato Ballroom in Mankato!

Check out www.deadofwinterjam.com (or click logo above) for more info or go the official MySpace site for exclusive audio clips from last year's Winter Jam!
dennis moriarty





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