Local and regional music has been, by far, our greatest influence. We were fortunate to stumble on the historical West Bank music scene, brought up listening to A Prairie Home Companion, and are still learning from good friends in a strong community that is supportive and cooperative.
See our individual profiles for specific influences. Also check out other Minnesota acts. There is a wealth of great folk, blues, roots, and a local legacy we are honored to be a part of.
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Pert' Near Sandstone is a hard-driving stringband from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Gathered round an old-timey microphone, the boys play well-crafted original stringband material, as well as being purveyors of many songs from the old-time traditions. They are a riot to see live--this ain't no shirt and tie bluegrass music--this is high-octane, gritty, stringband music that's sure to get you outta your seat and keep you dancing all night... With the release of their newest album, "Needle and Thread" the boys are continuing to take their music out on the rivers and roads of the country as a part of the revitalization of the American stringband tradition.
Go to our Website for Biography, Photos, Message Board, & other Cool Stuff!
www.pertnear.net
Check out this video from our appearance on A Prairie home Companion:
Thanks so much for the add!! I also wanted to make sure you had a chance to check out my friend Nycole Valentina's page. She just added some new songs and pics, let me know what you think, Thanks!
Do me a favor, please checkout and add Nycole Valentina at www.myspace.com/nycolevalentina, or Just click on the banner below:
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
I tagged u in some amazing pics i took of your Bella Madre show. I am The boys and the barrels guitarist wifey. Hope all is well feel free to copy the pics. Peace GYPSY EYES PHOTOGRAPHY
Guys, best of luck this festival season! It's already been a fun month of fests... we just released our debut album on May 30th, we invite you and your fans to check it out!
Hey fellas, super bummed we didnt get a chance to jam with you guys at bella. Y'all tore it up on your set tho and we were glad to be able to watch. We rocked our set down too and got a spot playing project earth and harvest. So maybe we can get together and bust a jam then. Take care and see y'all soon!!
Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane. I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio.. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too! Ruby Jane
We sure had a blast jammin' with you at Harmony Park last weekend! Great set on Sunday by the way, ya'll know how to bring the get down! see ya 'round! - Us Boys
Thanks for such a fun show at Bella Madre on Sunday, and on such a beautiful day too. Perfect synchronicity!! Looking forward to hearing you again at Campout Roots!!
That's right friends, neighbors, and music lovers, the CD Release for "Old Crow" will take place TOMORROW at the Red Mug in Superior. As part of this event, Chelsey Miller (who did the stellar artwork for the CD) will be having an art show that begins at 7:00pm. She has got some GREAT art, so come on down, have a drink, see some art, hear some music and support local, independent artists!!
What: Matt Ray's CD Release Party and Art Show When: Friday - May 22 Art Reception Starts: 7:00pm Music Starts: 8:00pm Where: The Red Mug - Superior, WI Cost: FREE, FREE, FREE!!!
Can't make it to the CD Release? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Click on the image below to purchase your copy of "Old Crow" today. Or, if in Duluth, stop by the Electric Fetus and pick up a copy.
Best of luck this summer guys, we'd love to split a show sometime and open for you like we did down in Madison awhile back... check out a few tracks from our debut album...
Best of luck this summer guys, we'd love to split a show sometime and open for you like we did down in Madison awhile back... check out a few tracks from our debut album...
Howdy yall thanx for the add! And in case you guys are wondering who the hell we are, we are the the two guys that jammed out with you guys at that pizza party in our hotels hot tub room at snowball. Stoked to see yall again this weekend!!!
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