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The Amity Front
Roots Music / Rock / Americana

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NORTHAMPTON, Massachusetts
United States

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Member Since1/9/2005
Band Websitehttp://www.theamityfront.com
Band Members

Erik Alan: vocals, guitar

Levin Schwartz: guitars, mandolin, and vocals

Lyon Graulty: clarinet, harmonica, tenor sax, slide guitar, vocals

Max Adam: double bass, electric bass

Pete Van Dyck: drums


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InfluencesRay Charles, The Band, Otis Redding, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Doc Watson, Albert King, Paul Simon, Eric Clapton, Chet Atkins, The Grateful Dead, Tony Rice, Wilco, Death Vessel, David Grisman, Clarance White, Little Feat, New Riders of The Purple Sage, Michigan Folk Live.
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THE AMITY FRONT
"The Amity Front is a band that has wrestled Americana/Roots music to the ground and bent it to its will." -The Greenfield Recorder

Music should compel you - rock your mind and get your fingers snapping. The Amity Front has that power and exercises it every time it gets on stage. The band’s hip swaggering, finger picking, Americana inspired music is an aural journey from the roots to modern rock relevance. Moving forward, exploring genres and constantly pushing in new, innovative directions, The Amity Front demonstrates amazing growth - growth that few bands have so early in their careers. Armed with the understanding that music is its art form, TAF is on the move. A band meant for the road - the live shows define The Amity Front: energetic, exhilarating, bracing and heady.

Not only does The Amity Front's music bring you back to the origins of rock'n'roll, its story does too. It’s a story of chance connections from Detroit to rural Massachusetts: a group of musicians playing in a bar when a kid floated into the jam session in a whirlwind of cigarette smoke and silent excitement, blowing everyone away with a voice straight out of an old 12-inch. Erik Alan’s journey in search of his musical bliss culminated in his chance encounter with Levin Schwartz and Max Adam, birthing The Amity Front.

Out of the love and appreciation for musicians playing good music came The Amity Front. The band's first record, Highway Bound found incredible success in its hometown of Northampton, MA and throughout the Northeast. The band toured relentlessly behind the release, highwaying as far south as the Carolinas and as far west as Erik’s home town of Birmingham, MI. Energized by the response to Highway Bound, the band has propeled itself to the next level with the release of Border Towns. Musician, Levin Schwartz, talking about the upcoming release of Border Towns, said, "I hope that people can relate to the sentiments and stories found in the songs. I hope that they appreciate the musicianship on the album. I hope that they hear a song that helps them identify with themselves. Because we do."

Border Towns is a rare gem with a sound that is both forward-reaching and traditionally rooted. It was recorded in-studio with the band playing live in order to capture the excitement and frenetic energy of its live shows. Thanks in part to this method of recording, their faithful producer David "Goody" Goodrich and the band’s musical maturity over the past few years, the sound is compelling and convincing. The Amity Front has managed to maintain its Americana roots and integrate and infuse every song with a blast of rock -- the likes of which is staple in their live performances . Levin adds, "This record is a true collective effort of performance, composition, and pre and post production of the songs. We have really honed in on a group sound that is larger than the sum of the parts and very representative our our live show—that was really important to us on this record—to make it sound how we are when we play live. The first album was great for its spontaneity and vibe, but we now work with a different palate of sounds. In many ways I consider this another debut album."


The Amity Front are:

Erik Alan -- from Birmingham, MI on lead & harmony vocals and guitar.

Levin Schwartz -- from Southwick, MA on guitars, mandolin, lead & harmony vocals.

Lyon Graulty -- from W. Stockbridge, MA on clarinet, harmonica, rhythm and slide guitar, lead & harmony vocals.

Max Adam -- from Brattleboro, VT on double and electric bass.

Pete Van Dyck -- from Greenfield, MA percussionist and drummer.


The Amity Front is THAT band - you know the one - the band that will appeal to you, your hipster neighbor, your mom and dad, and that English teacher who you are sure is a backyard lush. You might not experience a swing-along at a live show anymore, but you'll most certainly be caught up in a rock-out sing along.

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Pete Hopkins - Singer/Songwriter

Pete Hopkins - Singer/Songwriter



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Hey!
Pete Hopkins here.
I have written a tribute song for the one and only Michael Jackson
and I put it up on my myspace today.
"Mr Jackson"

also check out this video montage created by a fan to accompany it
http://bit.ly/40PdpU -thank you @yourockradio (follow him on twitter) -its very moving

R.I.P. King of Pop!
MJ4ever!

Thank you.
-Pete Hopkins
Sillken Nominee for LA Music Awards

Sillken   Nominee for LA Music Awards



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Hey! Just wanted to say how awesome your music is! Peace
Your Name In Vain (IS DISBANDING - SEE BLOG)

Your Name In Vain (IS DISBANDING - SEE BLOG)



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Hey Hey! Just stopping by to show some love, :) Hope you have a great week! Stop by and show some love!

Eric
yniv
Your Name In Vain (IS DISBANDING - SEE BLOG)

Your Name In Vain (IS DISBANDING - SEE BLOG)



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Hey Hey! Just stopping by to show some love, :) Hope you have a great labor day weekend! Stop by and show some love!

Eric
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Robyn Harris

Robyn Harris



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Hi,

As a friend I thought you should know about my awesome gig coming up!

When: 3rd Sept 2009 @ 8:30pm.
Where: The Tin Angel, Philadelphia.

You can buy tickets at: http://www.comcasttix.com/events/page/east/Tin+Angel/Robyn+Harris/

Hope to see you there, it should be a great night.

Thanks for all your support!!!
Robyn x
www.robynharris.com
Cariad Harmon

Cariad Harmon



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Cariad has a new Facebook page. Please go there, become a fan and share with your friends! Go here: www.facebook.com/cariadharmonmusic Cariads new record “Four Letters” is out on August NOW! Get it at Amazon and iTunes!
Drinkin' in Louisville

Drinkin' in Louisville



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

$100 BAR TAB GIVEAWAY!!
Text "YAC" to 95495 or go to yourareacode.com and register to win.
New winner every Friday.
Good Luck!
Cowboy Crush

Cowboy Crush



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Hey there! Please post a comment and let us know what you think of our songs! www.cowboycrush.com
Kevin Kinsella

Kevin Kinsella



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

Greetings…! Founding member and former front man of John Brown’s Body Kevin Kinsella returns to Southern Cali August 1 to perform at the Belly Up Tavern with Elijah Emmanuel and the Revelations. A typical Kevin Kinsella set includes new, original reggae, 10 Ft. Ganja Plant and classic JBB songs. Tickets $13 adv/$15 dos. Ages 21+. Come out and show some love! Belly Up Tavern is located at 143 S. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, California. http://www.bellyup.com.
John

John



Oct 2 2009 6:38 PM

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Claudio Giuliani

Giuliani Claudio



May 27 2009 7:27 AM

hi men
Hey & Hello AMITY FRONT Brothers
I send you my brotherly rockin'regards


GREAT TRACKS IN YOUR PAGE


one simple ciao from Buscadero,best italian rock magazine

Claude




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Something Used

Something Used



Apr 9 2009 3:02 AM

hey there!

just to let you know, the new Something Used clothing line is up now, and is on sale now!!!

I would very much appreciate it if you would head over to my page and take a look. let me know what you think of everything - even the causes we are giving to!

I hope all is well,

hugh
the Blues Bone band

the Blues Bone band



Apr 24 2009 3:33 PM

check out our 4 new songs from our demo recording!

we 'd love you to tell us what you think.



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Jenna Nicholls

Jenna Nicholls



Apr 16 2009 8:39 PM

Jenna Nicholls from FairplayCollective
will be singing some songs from her
album "Curled Up Toes in Red MaryJanes"
along with some new material that she
hopes to put on a new recording.

Alene's Grocery Wednesday April 29th
at 7pm.

We would love to see you at this event
come and show your love for Good Music!
New York Funk Exchange

New York Funk Exchange



Mar 27 2009 2:44 PM

Hey there! NYFE has finally put a new track up on our space! Stop by and check out "You Aint the One" if you get a sec. It's one of my favorites!<br /><br />Keep it live and funky...<br /><br />The New York Funk Exchange
Kevin Kinsella

Kevin Kinsella



Mar 22 2009 9:08 PM

Reuniting with JBB in April in California! Check out the rest of my tour dates as well... PEACE!<br /><br />
Jake Armerding

Jake Armerding



Mar 22 2009 2:07 AM

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SodaCan

SodaCan



Mar 15 2009 3:54 PM

Check out the new songs, blogs, and pics from SodaCan!
Mandy Burry

Mandy Burry



Feb 9 2009 5:45 PM

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2008 8:00 PM
Mandy Burry w/ Beau Sasser,
David Picchi and Sturgis Cunningham
The Black Moon Music Lounge
37 State Street, 2nd Floor
Belchertown, MA 01007

MANDY BURRY - vocals
http://www.myspace.com/mandyburry
BEAU SASSER - piano
http://www.myspace.com/thebeausasserorgantrio
DAVID PICCHI - bass
http://www.myspace.com/punkjazz180
STURGIS CUNNINGHAM - drums
http://www.myspace.com/sturgiscunningham

Opening set by ALI McGUIRK at 8PM
http://www.myspace.com/alisonmcguirk


The Black Moon Music Lounge
http://www.myspace.com/blackmoonjazz
Garrett Jackson

Garrett Jackson



Feb 9 2009 11:32 PM

I have a show on the 14 of Feb @ the 11s... its allso a made up Holiday involing, showering in Plastic love...but if any Memeber of the AMity Front shows up i gots shots for them all night and a love song for thier sisters. It will be a plastic one Ill tell you now.
Brendan O’ Shea

Brendan O’ Shea



Feb 25 2009 7:53 AM

FairplayCollective is honored to play at
this years Craicfest. March 14th at 8pm
at The Mercury Lounge NYC. On the bill
with us that night is Foy Vance, Duke
Special and Colin Devlin. We ask all to
arrive early for our show.

Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com
or at The Mercury Box office (Mon-Sat 12-7pm)
COYOTE KOLB

COYOTE KOLB



Mar 1 2009 4:52 AM

hey guys, sounds great. Ol' Spencer has spoken well of you here in Boston. We will be venturing out your way tomorrow to play at the elevens. why not come by if you get the chance-
Jen

Jen



Feb 13 2009 12:12 AM

Can't wait for the 28th--it's been WAY too long!!!!
Fairplay Collective

Fairplay Collective



Feb 7 2009 12:40 AM

Hey Folks,

The Craic Festival 2009 has invited FairplayCollective to play at this years Festival. All members will be playing in the round. The show is at The Mercury Lounge, March 14th at 8pm. This is the last night of the festival and Foy Vance is also on the bill.

What more can I say, a great night for music and film, with the odd star thrown in. Come show your support.
The Starline Rhythm Boys

The Starline Rhythm Boys



Feb 6 2009 12:56 AM

Hey Amity Front, much obliged. We're honored by yer request for Friendship. Thanks for the ADD and jumpin' on the Starline Band Wagon. Keep on a-rockin' an' a-rollin'! Big Al, Billy B., and Danny C.
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