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Something Different
Psychedelic / Jam Band / Rock

"Doing the funky, jam, psychedelictronic, groove"

San Francisco/Humboldt/South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States

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Last Login:  7/3/2008
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   Something Different: General Info
Member Since11/20/2004
Band Websitemp3.com/somethingdifferent
Band Members

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Ryan Cassidy (guitar, vocals), Erin Cassidy (drums, percussion), Kevin Kotaka (bass vocals), Dub Marcus (percussion), Andy Butts (Guitar) Uncle B (Keyboards) and Rickshaw (turntables, MPC). Also appearing ..boards, Colin Hoops and Marcus Messina.

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InfluencesRyan Cassidy (guitar, vocals): Jerry Garcia, Frank Zappa, Steve Kimock, Michael Hedges, John McLauglin, Grant Green, David Gillmore, Santana, Mike Houser, Trey Anastasio, MMW, Antibalas, Fela Kuti, Ernie Ranglin, Joe Satriani, Ben Harper, Lonny Liston Smith, Eric Johnson, Ry Cooder, O'donnel Leavy, Melvin Sparks, Chet Atkins, Les Paul, John Tropea, Larry Coryell, El Michels Affair

Erin Cassidy (drums) Neal Peart, John Bonham, John Fishman, Kris Myers, Terry Bozzio, Billy Martin, Tommy Aldridge, Rod Morgenstien, Michael Travis

Kevin Kotaka (Bass, Vocals) Phil Lesh, David Schools, George Porter jr., Bob Dylan, John Kahn

Dub Marcus (percussion) Mickey Hart, Karl Paraza, Joe Craven, Leon Mobley

Andy Butts (guitar) Jimmy Herring

Sounds Like Pink Floyd, Frank Zappa, Medeski Martin and Wood, Grateful Dead, Phish, Blues Traveler, Umphrey's McGee, STS9, Greyboy Allstars, Widespread Panic, King Sunny Ade, Zero, Ozric Tentacles, The Headhunters, New Master Sounds, Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Fela Kuti, ALO, Budos Band, Connie Price and the Keystones, Antibalas, Disco Biscuits, Steve Kimock, Lonnie Liston Smith, Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, Legion of Mary, Merl Saunders & the Rainforest Band, Acid, Meltone, Grant Green, El Michels Affair
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 18 2008 9:00P
@ the Red Fox Tavern with Great American Taxi featuring Vince Herman, Bary Seless etc Eureka, California
Aug 7 2008 9:00P
@ Fat City - with American Economy San Francisco, California
Aug 29 2008 9:00P
@ Monerey Live with "Sheepdog on the Set" Monterey, California
Oct 11 2008 8:00P
@ The Haunted Brookdale Lodge with Five Eyed Hand, Absynth, and Kanvus Brookdale, California

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   About Something Different

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We finally decided to start uploading full legenth live songs to Archive.org So if you want to see a list of shows to download or stream. . . go to the link below "Something Different" Multimedia Downloads
or for some Video check out "Something Different" Live Video Clips For more music from the band and other projects check out D.M.T. Need something for your different style?, check out The Something Different Merchandise page

But until then. . . check out our bio

“Something Different” mixes improvisational grooves, funk, rock, jazz, world beat and psychedelic jams to create their "far-out" California sound.

The band was founded in 1997 by twin brothers, Ryan (guitar) and Erin Cassidy (drums) along with bass player Kevin Kotaka and Mark on percussion. During the first two years as a band, the guys attended Humboldt State University while performing at local bars, clubs and festivals.

Taking a wild journey and exploring new ground. . . every show. . . is the bands main objective. Each member of “Something Different” has a wide range of musical influences in their background. On any given night the band will perform styles such as psychedellic funk, rock, and and splash from disco to reggae and electronic grooves.

“Something Different” has reached large audiences throughout California and even around the world online. Check them out on their web site at: www.myspace.com/somethingdifferent.

The band jumped into online mp3 sharing and cd sales early .. the file sharing craze hit the world in 1997, and achieved over a quarter of a million downloads as well as CD sales in 9 different countries -- thanks to mp3.com. Their CDs include, 3 studio recorded sessions, Slackadelic recorded in 1998, More Slack recorded in 2001 and "Ready Soon" recorded in 2005. They also have 3 live recordings available. . . Live at Pamplin Grove, Slackadellic trio sessions and Live Slack.

Of course there are always special guests who sit in with “Something Different” on special occasions. such as the late, Great Martin Fierro (Grateful Dead, JGB, Zero), Simon Allen & Rob Lavers (New Mastersounds), Josh Clark (Tea Leaf Green), Jordan Fienstien, Karumba Diabate and many more. The band has appeared on the bill with bands such as, New Mastersounds, Tea Leaf Green, the Breakfast, Great American Taxi, Dave Nelson Band, Green Lemon, The Toyes, The B-Side Players, The Ideals, Keyser Soze and many others.


Something Different has rocked the house at many different locations throughout California and Nevada such as. . .

Earthdance 2003, 2004, 2005, (Wavy Gravys Black Oak Ranch)
12 Galaxies, SF
The Mateel Community Center, Redway
Red Devil Lounge
Jerry Garcia Ampitheatre, SF
The Connecticut Yankee, SF
Tounge and Groove, SF
the Justice League (now the Independent), SF
The Divided Sky, Tahoe
Whisky Dicks, Tahoe
Zenbu Lounge, Squaw Valley
The Tradewinds in Cotati,
The Hemp Fest West in Humboldt County
North Country Fair, Arcata
The Goldmine Winery in Columbia
The Walldorf Saloon in Nevada
KMUD Studios Redway
and many more. . .
Come see what the buzz is all about live and experience a completely different style of band.
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THE PLAYERS:

Erin Cassidy - drums and percussion,

Ryan Cassidy - lead guitar, slide guitar, vocals, and other fun effects.

Kevin Kotaka - bass guitar and vocals.

Mark P (dub marcus) - congas, bongos, djembe

Andy Butts - guitar, slide guitar



The Band has also been seen with very special guests such as, The late and great Martin Fierro ( Zero, Legon of Mary, Grateful Dead), Greg Minor, Rob Lavers(New Mastersounds) and Chris Noonan (Moogot2) on Saxophone., Simon Allen (New Mastersounds), drums. Rickshaw on Turntables and MPC. , Alex Zelnic on Bass. Todd Bugbee, Guitar and Bass. Dan VanBebber Terrapin Tony, Hawk, Steve Watts and Russman - 2nd guitar. Marcus Messina, Dub E., Hoops, Airborne , Matt Allard, Brian Swislow, and Uncle B. ..s. Karumba Diabate on Djembe, Cristifari and Roberto Kawas on Percussion. Chris Lods, Tie Dye Fred, Tye Dye Steve, Dave Album, vocals and guitar. Taft, David Giddeon, Manifiest on vocals. Jason Beaudry on harmonica and vocals. Jamie Takikawa on trumpet, Chris Moreno on Native American Flute There are always many more funky people popping up in the Something Different collective keeping the jams spicy hot!!!.

for booking contact Erin Cassidy at 209 670-6730

or Ryan Cassidy at 209-981-7285

differentjams@yahoo.com



Check out some great live music photos from Susan J Weiand, She took a bunch of us.http://www.susanjweiand.com


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Something Different's Friends Comments
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~CLAIRE~





Jul 2 2008 5:37 PM

Erin - Jason and i will be at the Red Fox Tavern for sure! So far we havent been too impressed by the music scene in Arcata so we're really looking forward to your show.
Happy early b-day!
Beerbear





Jun 17 2008 5:27 PM

You bet! I will move you up fo sho!
melissa faye





Jun 9 2008 3:10 AM

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Jaybird





May 27 2008 11:00 AM

i've been slacking on the SD airplay and i appologize..you guys have great sounds that should be spread further and i'll do my part to help where i can.
keep up the good tunes!
T. Bugbee





May 27 2008 8:02 AM

yo cassidy, check out the 'walnuts' tune on my page. it is the same jam we did back in your house in stockton but i boosted the levels and added a bit more ambiance to it. let me know what ya think.
The Z Kamp Express OFFICIAL MYSPACE





May 26 2008 11:22 AM

luv ta have ya out in oly anytime.
Mike





May 23 2008 5:02 PM

cool, thanks.
Sounds like a cool show, wish i coulda made it!
"HUMBOLDT PIE"





May 19 2008 10:06 PM

you were fantastic at the head2head party at area 101.what a freakin; blast! you sounded so sweet for sooooo long.
loved hitting the hay at 7 am to the sweet sound of you all the way in my tent! hope to see some of u @ hsmf! thanks so much for a great party at tim's pad!~:} you gotta play in arcata sometime soon!
"HUMBOLDT PIE"





May 19 2008 5:50 PM

there was a dude taping but not sure,maybe tim knows? i wil try to find out for u. you guys were amazing! so awesome to see the sun come up and u were still playing, so tight.. i had a blast
"HUMBOLDT PIE"





May 17 2008 12:23 AM

see you in the morning!:" or maybe evening but,,yea! rage it ! area101
Lauren Murphy





May 12 2008 4:24 PM

Me and the Judger came out last night to 19, and no Cassidys.

Where ya at?

Hope all is well and that we can see you, hear you, and play w/ yas soon.

Love to the O'hana
L , J & the little L's
darlene





May 8 2008 10:17 PM

Hello Something Different,
Just stopping by to say THANK YOU ALL, for the kick ass show you gave at the Mateel, on 5/02. You people never cease to amaze me! Rock On! Many Thanks and Much Respect!
PEACE WITH EARTH Darlene
Dan The Jew





May 1 2008 7:17 PM

thanks for the add
good stuff!
Bugs





May 1 2008 7:34 AM

yo, lets get loose on Friday night ...gonna be the shitz!!!
The Miracle Show





Apr 28 2008 3:16 PM

Humboldt's HOTTEST Grateful Dead Tribute band rocks the WAVE at Blue Lake Casino this FRIDAY! Starts 9pm...

the Miracle Show features members of Eyes Anonymous, the Retroactives, the Fickle Hill Billies, and Fred & Wilma... and for this show special guest Tie Dye Steve will join us for a few tunes...
Kiyoshi Foster





Apr 25 2008 11:47 AM

You can now check out 6 tracks from my upcoming album on my page
Thanks!
Jonathan





Apr 24 2008 6:07 PM

I love Rock Stars! Great to run into you at the Warfield last friday.
Good Egg Booking





Apr 24 2008 9:49 AM

Man, it was so awesome to see you guys and meet you in Monterey! Thanks so much for the good times:)
"HUMBOLDT PIE"