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Sleepybird
Indie / Folk Rock / Experimental

"all things are mine..."

Dayton, Ohio
United States

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Last Login:  7/6/2008
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   Sleepybird: General Info
Member Since4/24/2005
Band Websitesleepybird.net
Band Members about sleepybird

Jason Dryden
Bass, theremin, pedal synth

George Eninger
Electric guitar

Lisa Garr
Viola

Todd Herbert
Keyboards

Jaime Legato
Piano, guitar, percussion

Dustin Malone
Trombone, mandolin

Nick Tertel
Vocals, guitar

Shon Walters
Stage show, percussion

Influences The Jack of Diamonds, Marlon Brando, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Candy canes, Grease, Pittsburgh, Rembrandt, Black Magic and getting into warm cars on a cold morning.

Sounds LikeHere's what some really nice people have said about Sleepybird:

"Although Sleepybird works within a minimal framework the four versatile musicians are able to expand the music to massive levels through the discordant interplay between distressed strings, acoustic guitar and scattershot electronics. This approach allows the group to heighten the musical tension with hauntingly beautiful results."

--Don Thrasher
Dayton Daily News

"...the only band on Earth that can make a trombone sound so beautiful that itll break your heart and fix it all in one song."

-- Tim Death
Dayton Daily News, Pool Party Magazine

"...they utilize diverse sounds and textures such as those found in the country or folk music pantheons of the early to middle part of the last century, 1960s garage, early 1970s R & B, Hawkwind-like space effects, and Calesque-stringed static."

--Greg Helms
Dayton City Paper

"When I hear Sleepybird's music, I imagine being happily stoned in the arms of a lover on the deck of a ship lost at sea, the moon flickering overhead in the fog as the waves gently rock the vessel to sleep and the real world is all but forgotten. But, lucky for you, there's no need to pack Dramamine."

--Mike Breen
Cincinnati City Beat

Record LabelDermusik
Type of LabelIndie





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 11 2008 8:00P
Gilly’s w/ The Zoot Theatre Dayton, Ohio
Aug 28 2008 5:00P
The Montgomery County Fair Dayton, Ohio

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Sleepybird and the Zoot Theatre Co. at Gilly’s: One Night Only!  (view more)

Thanks to the Boonshoft!  (view more)

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   About Sleepybird
Sleepybird at Gilly's July 11th
w/ The Zoot Theatre

Sleepybird reunites with The Zoot Theatre to bring you another original stageshow experience for one night only: Friday, July 11th at Gilly's in Downtown Dayton. This surreal play takes you on a journey through the unseen life of Wigglebird. If you were amazed by The Goloka Gallery show in December, you will not want to miss this show!

Tickets are $10 and available in advance. You may use PayPal through our website, but there will be a 5% surcharge per ticket ($10.50 total). Tickets purchased through PayPal will be distributed the day of the show on a Will Call basis. You must show ID at the door of the person who bought the ticket online. If you wish to buy a ticket for someone else, or to make other payment arrangements, please contact Shon Walters at (937) 559-7810.

You may also buy a ticket with no surcharge at any upcoming Sleepybird show, The Goloka Gallery downtown, at the door of Gilly's or if you see any Sleepybird or Zoot Theatre member walking around in the street. Please feel free to ask us for one, we'll be carrying 'em around.

Sleepybird's music is a unique combination of acoustic instrumentation and modern technology. In addition to their regular stage appearances, they work side by side in constant collaboration with painters, sculptors, designers, costumers, writers, directors, dancers and photographers to help influence the sights and the sounds.

The band was formed in the winter of 2004 when singer-songwriter Nick Tertel started playing his homespun ditties on the local musicians' co-op circuit. Thinking that he could benefit from a larger sound, Nick recruited multi-instrumentalists Jason Dryden of Fermata and Jaime Legato, who played with Nick in his previous incarnation Giant Jerk. Sleepybird has been touring incessantly, finding fans all over the country. Meanwhile on the recording front, their debut CD No Flood received great reviews and featured paintings by Kemper. Their second CD All Things Are Mine was released in 2006 on Dermusik Records. The artwork was created especially for the album by Amy Kollar-Anderson.

Sleepybird is already at work on their third CD, The Sadness Will Last Forever, and will feature contributions from the expanded lineup which includes Dustin Malone, George Eninger, Shon Walters, Lisa Garr and Todd Herbert.

Sleepybird also has several music videos. Check out MySpace or YouTube.

Sleepybird Merchandise

Ordering Information
You can always get CDs, T-shirts, stickers and whatever at our shows. However, if you want to buy anything with a credit card online, please buy directly from our label, Dermusik. You will need a PayPal account, but it is more efficient than if you try to buy it through Amazon or Target (where you may also purchase our CDs by the way). All CDs are $12.00 and includes shipping. To place a T-Shirt order, click here. T-Shirts come in all men's and women's sizes. You can choose between "All Things Are Mine" album cover or Wigglebird logo.

No Flood

(2004) Sleepybird's acclaimed debut album; paintings by Kemper.

* Note: The first pressing of "No Flood" is nearly sold out! We only have a few copies left, so get it while you still can.

All Things Are Mine

(2006) Sleepybird's latest CD features paintings by Amy Kollar-Anderson.


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Sleepybird's Friends Comments
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Salutatory





Jul 2 2008 3:23 PM

Photobucket
for being a friend.
Salutatory Cards
Thaddeus Floodgate





Jul 1 2008 11:58 AM

'cause that song sucks!
bjil maháutnük





Jun 26 2008 11:42 AM

Glisten
NEVER PLAYS
! ! !
Bellemah





Jun 26 2008 1:31 AM

it ain't easy
keepin'
it
greasy
.
Mammaw





Jun 24 2008 8:06 PM

The Backyard Project

a little fun for ya.
Lamp





Jun 23 2008 12:29 PM

Lamp loves you.

Friends forever! Yay!
Amy Kollar Anderson





Jun 19 2008 7:21 AM

Hey guys! My friend Colin is selling his 1970's fender pro reverb amp for $850,
and 1960's vox panther bass for $400. If you are interested or know anyone who is, let me know and I will get you his contact info. He lives in Columbus.
Thanks!
benjamin





Jun 15 2008 7:09 AM

you guys were great last night at the tavern!
YOUNG POPE of H.L.B™ FREE OOWEE (R.I.P DBOY) 13k





Jun 9 2008 2:03 AM

Whats Jumpin? Showin Yo Page Some Luv!
Nonekned





Jun 7 2008 4:50 PM

Last night was a blast and thanks again for not totally knocking the power out!
Thaddeus Floodgate





Jun 6 2008 10:13 AM

The one below this......
N-I-C-E!!!!!!!!
Nonekned





Jun 5 2008 12:21 PM

hey wait a sec...Photobucket
VJ-L-BIG ALEX





Jun 3 2008 3:11 PM

techno aboriginal
iambee





May 31 2008 11:34 AM

LAST NIGHT WAS SO GREAT!!! THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR TALENTS AND THE OH SO SPECIAL WAY IN WHICH YOU ALL SHARE THEM! THE DARKNESS YOU ALL ENDED IN WAS PERFECT!SEE YOU ALL FRIDAY! MR AND MRS. HUDSON.I'LL HAVE PICS SOON.....
Jay





May 29 2008 2:22 PM

weird, i thought that we were already friends...

howdy.
Oceanic (New Song Uploaded!)





May 26 2008 2:28 AM

Elvis Presley, but of course! He is the only deserve an honorary seat in heaven :)
Oceanic (New Song Uploaded!)





May 25 2008 11:21 AM

Hello hello!

Just so happens, that there's a new song on my page! It's called "Enter", and it was recorded as live as it can be.

Kindly check it out and leave your comments.
If you do, you will be rewarded by a golden seat in paradise, right next to Elvis :)
HuMbLe MoDeStO of Grit City





May 23 2008 10:10 PM

hey
thanks for approvin me. check out my musik and artwork when u get a chance and tell me what u think. stay blessed

humbLe
Amy Kollar Anderson





May 23 2008 6:47 PM

The image for the t-shirt is coming your way. Hope to see you guys again soon!

A
ArtTalk





May 20 2008 8:51 AM

Yeah, Shon rocked! He brought a shovel, helmet, and wore all white to the set. Since the show's all black and white, it looked really sweet.
So, you're doing a collaborative at Gilly's? I'll have to see if I can make it to that :)
Second Story





May 19 2008 7:08 PM

ummm i beleive there were more people there than when "vesa" or whatever there name was played at 1:30
bjil maháutnük





May 16 2008 1:35 PM

"...LHRH analog therapy
consists of administering a drug
called a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone analog,
which prevents testosterone production by the testes..."

less obvious enough?
ear nest





May 14 2008 7:47 PM

means it is
FIRED
.
Second Story





May 14 2008 3:04 PM

shouldnt you guys be out being sarcastic or something?
Misery Ink





May 12 2008 5:12 AM

Awesome Tunes!

Thanks For The Friendship!

Stop By Anytime!


Melissa Rose,
Misery Ink
iambee





Apr 26 2008 8:38 PM

I just wanted you all to know that Sleepybird AND Sleepybird Vs. Giant Jerk just got me through eight hours of research and writing....on what you may ask? No,you wouldn't... Loved you old, love you new. Thanks for the memories.xoMrs.H.
Seema J





Apr 16 2008 3:34 PM

Best wishes to you! Have a wonderful day! =)
Amy Kollar Anderson





Apr 13 2008 6:12 PM

Incredible show last night! Hope you do it again and that Boonshoft continues with this program.
TOBERELLA





Apr 13 2008 11:06 AM

no, thank you for putting on such an amazing show.
i am in love with the last song you played...
for algernon





Apr 13 2008 8:25 AM

well done last night. absolutely amazing.
how'd the second set go?
Vida My Valentine