Gone solo lately, but have also had the pleasure recently of taking the stage with many great friends, from the Barrington Coffeehouse scene, such as Dave Anderson (voc/gtr), Brian Lucianna (voc/bas), Russ Edwards (voc/gtr/hrp), Terry Rivel (voc/gtr), Will Blair (voc/gtr/drm), Rob Whitekettle (voc/gtr), Gerry Thompson (voc/tenor cigarbox gtr), Pat Miraflor (voc/gtr), Tim "TJ" (sax/kyb/bas), Rusty & Jan (Mr.Crowell - voc/gtr, Ms. Alba - voc/flt) and youngman blues prodigy Johnny "Jon Jon" Elliott (voc/gtr/hrp). I also had a blast, singing from the drum stool, with my last band, the hard rockin' "trifmueller" with TJ, other brother Brett (voc/bas) and first cousin Lou Mueller (voc/gtr).
[thanks folks]
Influences
Ray Davies, The Who, Ray Charles, The Bonzo Dog Band, Frank Zappa, Captain Beefheart, Roy Wood (The Move/ELO/Wizzard), The Clash, Chuck Berry, Nick Drake, Jeff Buckley, Deavid Allen & GONG, Robert Wyatt, Dave Edmunds, Pink Floyd, The Everly Brothers, Bowie w/Ronson, Wilson Pickett (or better yet, Richie Bellina), Bob Marley, Richard Thompson (& heck, Russ Edwards and Gerry Thompson too), Marvin Gaye, Byrds, Beatles & Stones.
Sounds Like
Like I failed at trying to stay away from the combined influences above...but I've heard from several different folks over time that the opening song from my debut recording sounded like the Grateful Dead, which sticks with me somehow. They're not bad (I've seen them a few times) but I never had any of their albums. [go figure...]
I've had an AR rep at Taxi note how much the band sounded like it was enjoying themselves on "Look What They Make Me Do" when mostly the entire album was over-dubbed by myself. This song was written and recorded on acoustic guitar and is accompanied by bass, drums, organ & 12 string guitar (my brother TJ did play the synth keypad parts). [don't leave me alone...]
So, if it's kinda different on ya... that's a good start!
Hello friends..My name is Scott Trif. I have been a long time supporter and participant in the local Philly music scene. I have been active in bands since I was a teenager..Currently, I am singer/songwriter and open mic host at the Barrington Coffeehouse in Barrington, New Jersey. Though you'll often find me with a guitar in my hand, I have also been known to play drums, piano, bass and even a cigar box guitar...
Not so long ago, released an album entitled Trif, Bad Side Showing. I can also be found on the Friends of the Barrington Coffeehouse CD which includes cuts from some of Philly locals finest..
I am also active in the fight against multiple sclerosis. I help organize, with a group of others, the Jersey Jam for MS. The JJ4MS is an annual summer concert which helps raise funds for the crippling effects of multiple sclerosis through music and the arts.
You can also find info on myself and future events at barringtoncoffeehouse.com
we're happy to tell you that our new album, "best excuses", is available to hear on our myspace player in advance of the cd release. we're sure that you'll dig our neo-retro lo-fi hipster dream-pop sound.
Hi Trif, thanks for accepting our Friend request. When you're in Haddonfield next, please take a moment to stop by our shop to check out our way cool inventory of music-themed shirts, ties, and scarves, as well as other music-themed gifts including sheet music, local artist cd's, guitar picks, guitar magnets, and more. Also, if you'd like to have Siren's Song carry your cd and/or the BCH cd on consignment, call Gina at the number posted on our MySpace to discuss. Siren's Song supports local artists and musicians!
Big nite coming up! The debut of the Chuck Schaeffer Trio: Sat 1/16/2009 10:00 PM Fergie’s Pub (a Kat / Tunes2ya must see)! 1214 Sansom St Philadelphia, PA 19107
Co-bill with the Jim Stanson Band - going to be a great nite!
best wishes from yearlongday! we hope your summer is productive and rewarding so far.
it may be early, but we wanted to invite you to attend one or more of our upcoming shows. have a look and make a mental note! no need to rsvp or anything like that. just come if you want to!
saturday, august 16 @ THE BUS STOP in pitman, nj. 8pm. w/ jacob graff (who's releasing a cd), lenny smith & more.
thursday, september 25 @ COFFEEWORKS in voorhees, nj. 7:30pm. w/ john shaughnessy & jeanette beirne.
saturday, october 18 @ BARRINGTON COFFEEHOUSE in barrington, nj. 8pm. w/ jacob graff
Featuring: Wolfman Fran on vocals, theremin and harmonica! Ron Lange on upright bass! Steve Goldstein and Steve LoCastro on guitar! Larry Geiger on sax! Dan Martin on drums!
Hi Trif, greetings from the Wildwoods. Don't forget to send me a list of available dates in the September - November time frame, as Crossfire would like to come back to BCH :-)
I hope all is well in BArrington. Just stopping by to let folks know my new cd, "Truth Stained Lies", is available now. Stop by and give a listen when you get a chance. I hope all is well with you. Looking forward to coming through that way again.
The first weekly drawing is tomorrow! Everyone who is added as a friend is automatically entered to win a free gift. Watch out for the bulletin/blog entry for the winner!
Hi Trif - that music last night was the most fun I've had since...the last Barrington Coffee House jam. You and Dave sounded great. As for "what part of Brooklyn are you from" - worth the admission price on its own.
Trif - I'll be in Waretown 5/24 at the Albert Music Hall - hope you can make it! Godfrey Daniels was a good time too!
My 12 string and I will be at
The National Underground 159 E. Houston St (between Allen & Eldridge), NY, NY 10002 Fri Jun 6 - 7 PM $ 5.00
A Kat / Tunes2ya imperative!
Check out my website for other dates as well! On 91.9 WDVR-FM radio monthly (next date: 5/17); at Albert Music Hall / Waretown NJ 5/24; Triumph Brewery in Philly 6/18; playing the Somerset County 4-H Fair 8/14.
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