Rich Bloom - Guitar, vocals, writing.
Edward Watkins - Drums, percussion, photography.
Michael Bodycomb - Bass.
Evan Mazunik - Keyboards.
Influences
Both Elvis', Dylan, Byrds, Tim / Jeff Buckley, N Lowe, Jack White, Teddy Thompson, BeachBoys, Charlie Rich, Move / Roy / Jeff, Yardbirds / Beck / Nicky Hopkins, Plant / Page, Del Shannon, Hendrix, Clapton Cream, Who, Stones, Beatles, Television, Searchers, Pitney, Zombies, Manfreds, Bruce, Roy O, Petty, Marley, Ricky Nelson, N Young, Band, BoxTops/ Chilton / BigStar, SirDoug, P Revere, K Fowley, Waylon, Willie, Engel / Walkers, J Brown / Browne, Hollies, Animals, H Williams, G Jones, Bowie / Eno / Fripp / Ferry / Bolan, Dusty, Motown, Stax, Little Willie John, Corey Glover, Prince / Time / Jam Lewis, Miranda, Carrie, Floyd / Barrett, Michigan / Seger System / ? / Amboys, Spoonful, Chrissy, Ellroy, Spillane, Tarantino, ValLewton, Jacques Tourneur, Lynch, Fritz Lang, Scorsese, Toussaint, Glen Campbell, N Diamond, Larry Charles / Jerry S / Laurie D. / Larry D.
In 2005 Rich Bloom began writing a film treatment. He then decided to write some songs for the soundtrack. The movie is still a work-in-progress, however the Bramblemen were born as a result. He enlisted his old friend and band mate Ed Watkins to play drums. Ed brought in Michael Bodycomb to play bass and Rich would sing, play guitar and provide the material. In 2005 they recorded five original Rich Bloom compositions (two can be heard here, "Weekend Fever," and "Long Gone Man.") at Hi-Top Productions in Stamford CT. Owner Steve Hansen engineered and provided guitar, organ, dobro and harmonica parts. In 2006 Rich re-connected with another old band mate, Harley Fine. Fine had established himself as one of NYC's leading independent producers and was just launching his new recording/production facility: Zeroville Studios in Long Island City. With Fine producing, The Bramblemen recorded two new Rich Bloom songs, "Drag Strip Rally," and "Long Road Back," both heard here. For these recordings, the group was augmented by Laura Fay Lewis (The Blisstones) on background vocals and Mark Bickerton on lead guitar. In addition to playing bass, Michael Bodycomb provided the keyboard parts. Ed Watkins contributed very cool percussion embellishments along with his drum parts. Rich played guitar, sang lead and backgrounds and Harley rang the bells. The Bramblemen have issued these two songs as their first single release. Finally Evan Mazunik has been added to the lineup ..boards.
This September 2008, The Bramblemen will release their first full length CD entitltled "Fast Train to Memphis." Produced by Rich Bloom, Harley Fine and Richard Mazda, it contains 10 Rich Bloom originals and two video treatments produced and directed by Richard Mazda. The album contains guest performances by Wings' drummer Steve Holley, Box Tops bassist Bill Cunningham, Stories vocalist Ian Lloyd, Joan Jett/Steve Earle guitarist Eric Ambel, Ryan Adams' guitarist Jon Graboff and others as well.
Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?
A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:
Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella
Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.
Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.
I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4
Loving the tunes! Hoping we'll catch a show of your's soon!!
We have just moved to NY and have started a new band called GOLD LAKE! We'd love it if you came by our new band's myspace, and would be even happier if you also sent us a friend request to that profile!
Click on the image below and it will take you to Gold Lake's myspace. We hope you are having a great week, All our love, We Are Balboa
Good to have you as a friend! So great to see the internet in action this way, shortening distances between people.
I hope all's well with you and that you enjoy checking out my web site some time.
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I always do appreciate your blips, attentiveness and humor!! And I do love your music! Thank you for being you and for the pic compliment and musical ones, as well.
Hey Rich! Duh!! I am out to lunch a bit these days. I did not notice the song that day, only the group. The cover. Anyway, I am sorry you did not get to go! Dylan would be amazing. I noticed you were away a bit. And ya know what ? Good you are back! Thank you for all your clever, attentive and inspired, comments and song selections. I cannot tell you how often they make me smile. Truly,
Just stopping by to say hello and give you some news. The new album 'Coolgilly and the Freakshow' from Centascope is now available worldwide from CD Baby and directly from the merchandise page of the official website. You can also get the album from Apple iTunes, MSN Music, Rhapsody, Napster, Amazon and many more.
Hey you. Thanks for clarifying, wasn't sure if I was displaced as the bright spot. ;) Yeah, the Wannadies are awesome. Stellar blips yesterday! Damn am I sick of insomnia and migraines!! Always awake! At least it's good for indulging in tunes!!
I love your blips! You are so damned droll!! I love it! I was laughing at that today, not at you, with you!! I love 'em. And am completely passionate about music, including yours!
Hope ya still like my style! ;)
Cheers!
Jen
P.S. Hope more of your stuff is uploaded soon. And I need to buy some!
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