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Rook and The Ravens
Indie / Rock / Powerpop

DEBUT ALBUM OUT OCTOBER!



Glossop/Manchester, Northwest
United Kingdom

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Last Login:  11/14/2009
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Member Since3/23/2007
Band WebsiteEmail: rookandtheravens@googlemail.com
Band Members

Joe Fay (Guitars, Vocals)

James Fay (Guitars, Vocals)

Tom Cartledge (Keys, Vocals)

Dave Brodie (Bass, Harmonicas)

John B. Major (Drums, BVs)

Influences
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"Home... and all that is encompassed by the word influences us. It could be said that everything that has entered our collective ears and memories throughout our lives has influenced the music we write and play."

Those who influenced us the most...

Neil Young, Ben Kweller, Kings of Leon, The Band, Steve Miller, Crosby, Stills and Nash, The Stones, The Who, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, The Features, The Brothers With Different Mothers, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Teenage Fanclub, The Hold Steady...

Sounds Like

"Rook and The Ravens impress with a versatility reminiscent of The Byrds and Traffic."
(The Independent,2009)

"Earlier tonight, the High Peak five piece, Rook and The Ravens took to the stage and performed an articulate, edgy, blistering, self-assured and diverse set. The audience willingly allowed themselves to be engulfed by the eternal fireball of classic rock that this band exist in and why not? They are, without a doubt, an inspirational and exhilarating experience."
(BBC Introducing Manchester, 2008)

"This young Americana-infused indie group are becoming regulars on the festival circuit thanks to their well crafted up-beat and remarkably versatile sound, aided and abetted by having three equally able vocalists sharing mic duties. Ranging from Coral-esque west-coast vibes to the best of indie-pop, hopefully these boys are the shape of things to come."
(Victoria Sayce, 2009, for www.gigwise.com)

"Rook and The Ravens play the kind of sound that captivates me, and do indeed show the hallmarks of their named influence... Neil Young."
(Scott Williams, 2009, for www.efestivals.co.uk)

"Rook and the Ravens do like a “big” sound, one that can fill every nook and cranny of a venue. On a warm spring evening like tonight, they provide sunshine pop ideal for the occasion. Then to prove they are more than a one dimensional unit, they drop into an almost C&W, bluesy even segment. Swapping vocalists dependant upon the style and feel of the number, it’s always controlled and passionate, never strained."
(Ged Camera, 2009, rmusic.co.uk)

"What a superbly accomplished band they are. They treated us to a performance comprising of material from their upcoming new album. Had it been available to buy there and then we would all have left clutching a copy.

These guys are right up there with the best around. Their own material is of superb quality and sat very well with the three crowd pleasing covers from Crosby, Stills and Nash, Neil Young and The Band. Illustrious company indeed. I look forward to owning a copy of the finished album..."
(Garry 'The Hat' for The Macclesfield Express, 2009)

"Think massive rock ballads split by a country blade. Two alliances are at work in this band, but they flock together with precision. Lyrics are intelligent, and as real as 'The Girl with a Chip on her Shoulder'. 'Hear Me' is my favourite!"
(Amanda DeAngeles for Glasswerk, 2008)

"We've been listening to your CD in the van all day today, it's really good!"
(John Hassall of The Libertines/Yeti, 2008)

"This band are producing truly fantastic music, lyrically, vocally and instrumentally."
(Savvy Magazine, 2008)

"Forget Twisted Wheel and The Courteeners... the future lies with Rook and The Ravens!"
('Guitar George' Borowski, 2008)

Record LabelRook and The Ravens
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 19 2009 8:00P
The Thirsty Scholar [free] Manchester
Nov 20 2009 8:00P
Puzzle Hall- Halifax West Yorkshire
Nov 28 2009 3:00P
Mrs. Boon’s Tea Party Manchester
Dec 4 2009 8:00P
Indigo Christmas Party @ Moho Manchester, Northwest

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   About Rook and The Ravens

"Hailing from the hills on the east side of town, the band are loosely part of the recent wave of tuneful Americana-flavoured indie that's been lapping around the fringes of Manchester for a while now and with their debut album almost ready to go, things are indeed looking bright. They sound like a ride in an open-top car on a sunny day, which is not a concept generally associated with Glossop. There's no hidden agenda, no tricks, it's all about the tunes. They are quite clearly massive Neil Young fans, and their songs are gritty but upbeat, Americana without actually sounding American, full of hooks and harmonies that are so perfect it's not much of a surprise to learn that the lead vocalists are brothers. It's a pretty well-worn path they're on but such is their way with a melody they sound timeless as opposed to dated." (Cath Aubergine, Manchester Music, 2009)

Rook and the Ravens are represented by Karen Spencer on behalf of 'The Centrum Artist Management'.

For press and bookings please email Karen at: thecentrum@aol.com





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dea

dea mumladze



Nov 11 2009 4:04 PM

It will be nice if i see you in Tbilisi again!!!!!!!!! I hope that you came soon..........
Granel

Natia graneli



Nov 9 2009 10:12 PM

Hiii "Rook and The Ravens" i hope you will come soon in Tbilisi :P
Ann Wissner

Ann Wissner



Nov 9 2009 4:24 PM

hey how are you?
Chris Pusey

Chris Pusey



Nov 7 2009 12:18 PM

Hi

Welcome to my circle of friends, its great to meet you.
Come bye anytime, chill out, maybe send a comment.

Stay in touch..ca





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Oct 28 2009 4:38 PM

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Oct 27 2009 9:46 AM

Woah man, why the fhack am i not in your top mates! Haha xxx
CHRIS SELMAN

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Oct 25 2009 12:49 PM

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Oct 23 2009 1:10 PM

Ey up Guys! It's far too late to be on the Internet but i have been Reading a wondrous Charles Bukowski book ' Ham on Rye' Sixteen Holes In Sixten Souls was the perfect accompaniment.
Your show at In The City on Tuesday was fantastic. Like we said on the night it's not very often you see another band that gets your attention and genuinely love the music.

But We can all seriously say that we love your music. It's absolutely magical. Class songs.

Perfect.

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frida

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Oct 22 2009 10:31 AM

i actually don't know! haha, i was just looking around at some websites and there you were :)
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Oct 20 2009 1:14 PM

Cheers for coming along yesterday! We're on at Kings Arms tonight around 6.30pm if you're about.

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Scratch That Records

Scratch That Records



Oct 19 2009 10:39 AM

Alright lads? Your album & t-shirts are up and available at http://store.scratchthatrecords.com so you can throw that link about.

Also if you have any tracks you're willing to give away for free - old stuff, demos, acoustic versions, live tracks... Anything like that, send me some .wav or .aif files (gotta be lossless, mp3 won't work) to musicfromblueskies@gmail.com I'm setting something up!

Cheeeeers,
Dave
David Rybka & The Victorian Dad Band

David Rybka & The Victorian Dad Band



Oct 14 2009 11:18 PM

Hi guys great stuff in Halifax, glad to be on the same bill as people who Love music
here is our video xx Dave xx


The Shambolic

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Oct 13 2009 9:53 PM

Hi Guys

Just wanted to let you know The Shambolic from Glossop entered Surface Unsigned competition and won a slot to play at the N.E.C. Birmingham at Music Live - The UK's Biggest and Best Music Making Event 7-8th November.

Join us in The Surface Unsigned Bar on 8th November when we will will be playing acoustic. 

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Oct 12 2009 7:02 PM

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tu peux acheter mon album ici www.cykxincorp.com et n'oubli jamais de soutenir ma musique en faisant un commentaire si tu aimes vraiment :)
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Oct 12 2009 2:44 PM

Great launch night on Saturday fellas!

Album is top drawer - vocals are stunning throughout!

See you at ITC next week.

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gaby

gaby



Oct 9 2009 7:44 AM

where can I get some lyrics? I bought the album from itunes and I want to sing along :( 


also, do you think you'll have the physical copies available online at all ?

x

Boredom

Boredom



Oct 8 2009 7:59 PM

my pimped
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CHRIS SELMAN

CHRIS SELMAN



Oct 8 2009 7:27 AM

saturday superhouse?
Blue Skies

Blue Skies



Oct 7 2009 11:20 AM

Haha, it's alright Bass, Joe found me one. See you Saturday. x
gregory

Liam Gregory



Oct 6 2009 10:19 PM

ahhh i wanted to watch you's on saturday in manchester but its sold out ;// is there anywhere still selling? there me and quite a few others wanting to go ;/
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