Mark Chadwick - instruments and vocals
Ian Collins - drums
Nat Lownes - instruments and vocals
Shelky Salamon - bass
Influences
RJD2, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Beck, Cake, Randy Newman, Buena Vista Social Club, Ween, Blackalicious, Bob Dylan, Burning Airlines, Soul Coughing, Jackie Wilson, Wilco, Fiona Apple, Mos Def, Pinback, Skip James, Nick Drake, Buck 65, Q and Not U, Weapon of Choice, The Dismemberment Plan, Aesop Rock, The Books, Raccoon, They Might Be Giants, Menomena, Elliott Smith, Badly Drawn Boy, Wu Tang Clan.
Portable Folk Band once was 2 fellows driving around recording improvised songs in public on a 4 track. Recently it
has evolved into something more audible, less abrasive, and almost tangible. Songs include vocal harmonies, bouncy
bass, trash drums, and 7th chords.
Also, you may purchase "introduces the Royal Postal Bazaar" by clicking the button below this text. Included with your purchase is a CD, CD packaging and jewel case, random Portable Folk Band jazzes, and a special gift.
People of PFB! We have a HUGE show coming up at the KHYBER Dirty Diamond's CD release party, featuring: Stucco Lobster Breadbox Nitty Gritty ScareHo feat. Scott La Rock Stabbing Eden Next Saturday, June 23rd We hear it's going to sell out, so click HERE for tickets!
Hope your summer is starting out well .. it's finally getting sunny out here on the West Coast!
I have been playing around with different, more electronic sounds lately and have a new song in the works with DJ Preach. This type of sound is the musical direction I'm heading in with my next album - so I'd love your feedback on the demo version I've got up on my MySpace ('Love Like Water').
Actual order: Grammar Debate!, Life In Bed, Circles, Creeping Weeds
Door is $7, but drop us a line and we can hook you up with tickets in advance for $5.
Hey Portable Folk Band,
I hope your day is going great! Spring is in the air; and hopefully good things are happening for you! I wanted to tell you thanks for your continued friendship; it is a source of encouragement and strength for me. I am truly grateful for your influence in my life.
I also wanted to tell you that I just finished updating my page this morning, took me all night! If you have a little extra time today, please check it out and let me know what you think of the new look. I have also added new material today, and will be adding more material this week. I really value your input; so any feedback you may have would be great! Thanks in advance, I am looking forward to hearing from you.
I encourage you to have a wonderful day, and enjoy each moment of it! It is a real pleasure getting to know you! You are wonderful, unique, and awesome!
I have a good feeling that 2007 is going to be great for you!
Thank you so much for your friendship; you brighten my life!
Sincerely; your friend,
Tim
I just want to let you guys know that I think your pretty darn awesome. And I guess I was wondering, if there was any chance, you would concidering touring to Australia any time soon? Maybe even my hometown of Perth? I'd love the chance to see you and you have quite a fan base here you should know. Much love, one of your biggest Aussie fans (i'd imagine!) Jo
Hey guys - thanks for coming last night, it was nice seeing y'all. Be sure to keep me abreast of any Portable Folk developments. Are you guys going to see Sebadoh next week (seems like something you'd be down with)?
"...all i know is there's always been greed, and green acres, and war and peacemakers, and then there's your takers and your leavers, and your havers and your needers..."
and i agree w/ the comment below me...it's been far tooooo long since i've seen PFB in action
You guys own...I know a bunch of people who want to see you guys play live and a few places both in New England and in North Carolina that would almost certainly have you play. Next time you plan on heading South or North, hit us up!!!
i have recently gotten my hands on a copy of your cd and it's all i have been listening to for days since. you guys are awesome and original. come to MA sometime.
Hey, i am really diggin both cds (just can't decide which one to play). any plans on coming down to south florida . thanks , keep putting out good music.
The battle was well fought. I have never faced such a worthy opponent. Though much blood was shed, we'll have to call this encounter a draw. Until next time!!!
Remember that night.. study these pics.. continue training! We have not stopped, nor shall we ever.
...the pics are clickable.. a few more are after the jump...
Yo PFB, What's the deal ??? When I'm in Philly, you're in Columbia. That's SUCK !!! Anyway, have a great tour and stay safe. "Baby Food" an ipod classic !!! Won-Love, THE Dubber
Since November 1st, I have listened to "...Introduces" about 482 times. I have told EVERYONE I know about it.. even some people I don't know (I may have even sent a letter to the President of the United States.. but I can't say for sure for legal reasons)
Just wanted to say thanks for all of the awesome. If you guys ever play in Western MA, Northwestern CT or even Central MA.. you can rest assured that I will be there.
