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TapWater
Roots Music / Americana / Zouk

WORLD TWANG IS HERE!!!



PORTLAND, Oregon
United States

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Last Login:  11/2/2009
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   TapWater: General Info
Member Since6/10/2005
Band Websitewww.TapWaterMusic.com
Band MembersTapWater is...
Steve Moore: vocals, banjo, guitar, percussion
Rudy Slizewski: steel pans, marimba, trombone, guitar, percussion, vocals
Timmy Jones: piano, organ, accordion, vocals
Ravi Laird: guitar, vocals
Wes Elliott: bass, electric bass guitar, vocals
Simon Lucas: drum kit, percussion, marimba

For booking contact
Rudy Slizewski 530.598.8896
rudemanmusic@yahoo.com


For production contact
Ravi Laird 619.944.6338
tapwaterproduction@live.com




Thanks to Brian McLernon Photography for the photos below. Check him out at www.brianmclernon.com.

InfluencesTito Puente, Pink Floyd, The Dude, Willie Nelson & Friends, Dr. John, Tortise, Stevie Wonder, Beatles, Phish, Led Zeppelin, Grateful Dead, Dave Matthews Band, Bela Fleck, Radiohead, Bob Marley, The Band, Billie Holiday, Crosby Stills Nash & Young, Fela Kuti, Miles Davis, David Bowie, Tony Allen, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Tony Rice, Joe Zawinul, Jeff Buckley, Toots & The Maytals, James Brown, Thelonious Monk, The Police, Benny Lava, Sea & Cake, Peace, Ray Charles, Mongo Santamaria, Mr. Bungle, Peter Tosh, Cal Tjader, Medeski Martin & Wood, Johnny Cash, Nick Drake, Leftover Salmon, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jaco Pastorius, John Coltrane, Wilco, Santana, Doors, Wes Montgomery, Hot Dogs, Doc Watson, The Beatles, Frank Zappa, Elton John, The Meters, Tower of Power, John Scofield, Van Morrison, Dark Coffee...
Sounds LikeWorld Twang
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Record LabelTapWater Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Oct 24 2009 9:00P
TapWater performs at The Abundant Harvest Celebration!!! Portland, Oregon

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Join us for the "TapWater SEASON FINALE" on 10.3 @ GOODFOOT with special guests LUCKY  (view more)

TAPWATER @ WATER STREET BREWERY - THIS FRIDAY 9/18  (view more)

TAPWATER in HOOD RIVER, OR @ DOUBLE MTN. BREWERY- Friday, 9.11  (view more)

THIS WEEKEND : TapWater and friends at LINCOLN STREET BLOCK PARTY and FOOD DRIVE!  (view more)

TapWater Performs at Summer Meltdown!  (view more)

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   About TapWater
!!! WORLD TWANG IS HERE !!!



-TapWater is a live "World Twang" experience out of Portland, OR bringing musical inspiration from around the world right back home to your front porch. TapWater relies on smart songwriting, polished musicianship and knockout performances to keep you coming back for more. The band's homegrown humor and down-to-earth style complement the sound seamlessly, and create a live show that is particularly appealing to people who have tired of mainstream pop. World Twang is here ...TapWater is here!

This boisterous sextet blends the sound of banjo, steel pans, piano, accordion, upright bass, guitar, vocal harmonies and drums aplenty into a style they call World Twang. What is World Twang?  “It’s our way of honoring the many fascinating genres of music throughout the world,” explains Steve Moore, who plays banjo and sings lead.

Band mates Steve Moore, Timmy Jones, Rudy Slizewski, Ravi Laird, Wes Elliott, and Simon Lucas, are all genuinely curious about how different cultures produce music. They study, explore, and borrow from genres across the world, and then blend what they like with their favorite American styles of music. “Not only does this keep things challenging for us,” explains Rudy, who plays steel pans, marimba, and sings lead, “its our way of connecting beyond our borders while keeping our sound fresh and distinct.”

Fans love the uniqueness of TapWater’s World Twang sound. Its diversity appeals to people of many backgrounds, and this is precisely the band’s intention. “We bring together all types of people, people who might not ordinarily spend time together if they weren’t coming to see us,” explains drummer Simon Lucas. “They dance, they have a good time, they enjoy each other’s company -- it’s extremely rewarding to facilitate that kind of unity.”

Music is the Method. To learn more about TapWater, please visit www.TapWaterMusic.com.

Our Music is FREE. If you like what you hear, and would like us to continue making music and realizing our vision, please support us by making a donation. We thank you!




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NW Beer Monkey

William Dollarhide



Oct 26 2009 10:27 PM

Just Stopping By To Say "Hello!"
I hope your week is great one!

If you are interested in any NW Beer Monkey T-Shirts or other items...
Come visit the Monkey store by clicking here!

 

Amanda Richards

Amanda Richards



Oct 21 2009 2:02 AM


 

you coming?
KIDVIG619

SIck PUppy



Oct 7 2009 3:20 PM

ravi sending some love to the band ...sounds good kid!
The Special Purpose

The Special Purpose



Oct 7 2009 3:20 PM

Hey gang,
Thanks so much for an awesome weekend of musical madness. Your hospitality was greatly appreciated and the Goodfoot show was one of the best I have had the pleasure of seeing! Can't wait for next time!

-CS
The Twilight Room

The Twilight Room



Oct 5 2009 6:59 PM

Hey guys! Thanks for swinging through last night and helping support our friends from the north!!! I'll stop in for a beer tonight @ The Goodfoot & say hi!
jen

jen



Oct 1 2009 6:06 AM

um...yes! i guess you missed the memo - i'm sleeping over :)  see you friday...lets go to hopworks and celebrate all the medals they won @ gabf!
johnny eppler

johnny eppler



Sep 26 2009 10:56 AM


 

High Ceiling

High Ceiling



Sep 23 2009 6:39 PM

Ola Amigos!
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The American Night

The American Night



Sep 23 2009 4:30 AM

Let's reinvent the gods.
All the myths of the ages.
Celebrate symbols from deep, elder forests.


johnny eppler

johnny eppler



Sep 23 2009 12:34 AM

hello brothers and sistahz
check out my new LIVE LOOPING IMPROV. SPOKEN WORD project
 

Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Sep 15 2009 7:21 PM

Good morning music lovers!
Check out the new pictures and video! Let me know what you think!
Ruby Jane
The Four Winds

The Four Winds



Sep 15 2009 7:21 PM

The first two tracks on my page were written with my close friend Paul
Dominguez who just passed away tragically on his 32nd birthday. He also
played bass and rhythm guitar on Country Jamboree. Stop by and enjoy
the music. Thanks, Brian
Spruce Baugher

Spruce Baugher



Sep 15 2009 7:21 PM

What a great party night in Hussum...good to meet ya guys after the show & throw back a few!
Elke Robitaille (New CD Available Now!)

Elke Robitaille (New CD Available Now!)



Sep 11 2009 7:47 PM

Hey Guys! How's it going? Hope you had a great summer :)

Cheers,
Elke
Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Sep 8 2009 8:01 PM

Check out the new pictures and video! Let me know what you think!
Ruby Jane
Jordan Loder

Jordan Loder



Sep 4 2009 4:10 AM

LODER LOVES YOU:) hahahaa
Nomi and Koen

Nomi and Koen



Aug 24 2009 4:02 AM

Your midnight show at Meltdown was the best thing I saw all weekend. You rock harder than the hills, and your cover of 'Late in the Evening' made me down right giddy. Thanks again for a golden memory. Really, guys, c'mon. Just one more.....
ShakedownBrown

Lindsay Brown



Aug 24 2009 4:02 AM

Wish I could be in Olympia shakin down w/ Tapwater's world twang... but a broken casted foot/leg, sprained ankle, & splint on ruptured ligament in hand, all on left side- a lefty nightmre... maybe more of a comedy to watch the boogy attempt though ;).... Have a blast in WA. Peace. Know y'all are rockin. BE SAFE.
Last Chance Barn Dance

Last Chance Barn Dance



Aug 20 2009 7:42 PM

Sorry we couldn't have you this year...

LCBD 2009
Kristina Olivia

Kristina Olivia



Aug 19 2009 10:55 PM

Happy life after Meltdown! Your vibes soared right through me this year! Till next time!!! 
.Peace & Love. 
Big Toe

Big Toe



Aug 19 2009 9:17 PM

 
Hi!

Not sure if we can make it to your show.

Just for your information. Y
ou are not using the real MySpace event page. It's an application called Social Plan. MySpace is working on that matter for months but they didn't manage to fix it.

Here's the link to to right page:

http://event.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=events

Have a great day!

~ Big Toe ~
Eli

Elijah Mccord



Aug 19 2009 7:16 PM

you guys blew my mind with your midnight meltdown camp ground performance. the steel drums are quite a nice touch. keep up the excellent work, i'll see you next time!
WAM!

Whitney Houck Morrison



Aug 19 2009 7:16 PM

Great to meet you guys.  I had fun.  See you Portland.
The Special Purpose

The Special Purpose



Aug 19 2009 7:15 PM

Hey Friends,
GREAT set on Monday. Seattle loves their Tapwater! We'll see ya'll this weekend in Oly.

-TSP
NOCTURNAL BEATS

NOCTURNAL BEATS



Aug 18 2009 12:52 AM

thank​s for the add!​!​!​!​ pleas​e check​ out the music​ and leave​ some feedb​ack.​ much love.​ one.
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