The sun and the moon and the willow trees..............and everything in between
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“This band is truly unique, and they command the audience's attention with their characteristic, gutsy feminine sound and great on-stage chemistry.”
- Andrew Chapin, Claremont Courier
“These multitalented women put their skill together to make soulful, free-spirited music that will leave you impressed and entertained.”
- Jennifer Cho Salaff, The Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
Sugar Mountain Mama Serenade
is a dynamic six-piece all women modern folk band based out of Claremont, California. Rooted in old time harmonies and upbeat rhythms, these women create a unique sound and style that they can truly call their own.
It all started as Sunday afternoon jam sessions in the spring of 2001, but the Mamas soon realized that their commitment and creativity was evolving into the makings of a band. Influences range from Neil Young, Willie Nelson, Grateful Dead, Gillian Welch and songs from the book Rise Up Singing. The songwriters in the band create songs that pull from many different musical genres including Folk, Country, Appalachian, Old-Time, African rhythms and Irish ballads. Live shows are unpredictable, playful and candid.
Sugar Mountain Mama Serenade's Friend Space (Top 18)
hello! loved hearing practice like old times at Jen's house last Friday! can't wait to hang out. maybe one of these next fridays coming up... I'll drop in =)
"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians
Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)
"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
