John Rough (banjo & vocals) John is a tasteful musician, having played banjo for over 30 years. He has an expansive knowledge in all banjo styles and is particularly adept at Irish and Scrugg's style playing. John provides the integral sparkle that every bluegrass band needs. John is also a powerful singer and adds a wonderful third part to the harmonies. He is an accomplished musican and luthier, restoring and building 4 or 5 string Banjo's. He has played with several regional bands, Celtic as well as Bluegrass .
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Bob Flagg (guitar & vocals) Highly influenced by the Beatles, Hank Williams and rockabilly music (via his father, Bill Flagg), Bob has been playing bluegrass music for 40 years. His rythm style is tastefully syncopated, driving, unique and distinctive and adds volumes to the sound of the band. He also provides soulful singing and works with Kurt in providing the majority of vocals in the band.
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Kurt Hansen (mandolin & vocals) Well known in the New England area, Kurt has gained a reputation as a terrific mandolin player and singer and has played with many regional bands over the years. His expanse of musical knowledge is broad and extensive and he is also an accomplished instrument builder. Kurt adds a level of expertise, freshness and humor to every song he plays.
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Jim Colby (bass) Formally and classicly trained in music theory & harmony, violin, piano, banjo and bass since age six, Jim provides the power that drives the band. He also provides much of the arrangements and the twists and turns that make a song truly distinctive. He has been playing bluegrass since 1968 and is well-known in the bluegrass community.
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Influences
Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs,Lonsome River Band and Bill Keith,Del McCoury
How Bluegrass Are You?
Your Result: Ultimate Bluegrasser
You've been singing Flatt & Scruggs since you were in diapers. You can pick a guitar, banjo, fiddle, dobro, mandolin, and a bass (and if you can't you should!) Your custom modified camper with the banjo shaped door handles adds a nice touch. Keep it going, Bill would be proud!
"Cobble Mountain Band"
are not your typical Bluegrass band! Hard drivin & razor-sharp rythms and rock solid bass combine to give a totally fresh, high energy sound to there unique blend of traditonal and contemporary bluegrass tunes.
We’re back! After years of hiatus, we are back with a musical vengeance. We are one of the most dynamic bluegrass band’s in New England, playing crowd-pleasing originals and cover tunes such as Virginia Squires, Hot Rize, Doyle Lawson and Larry Sparks in their own energetic style. After 31 years of playing together, we have developed a unique style that blends high energy tunes with humor and expertise.
Cobble Mountain feels Bluegrass should be dynamic, alive and evolving, and they infuse all there music with vigor, originalty, drive, heart, variety and professionalism. But most of all, they believe Bluegrass should be fun to play and fun to listen to. Keep your eye’s on these guys. . . they are going places.
We would be excited to play for you today. We look forward to it! We do FESTIVALS, WEDDINGS, PRIVATE PARTIES. You name the venue.
For bookings please contact:
Terri Rough through myspace,terri.rough@gmail.com/cobblemtband@gmail.com - kurthansen@aol.co or call 413-289-9264 anytime: leave message.__
Jim Colby at 413-301-6413
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Kurt Hansen at 413-848-2128,_
We are currently working on a new CD, so check back soon!!
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DEADHEADS GET READY TO PARTY HEARTY WITH FAMILY GROOVE COMPANY~ROOTSTAND~IFDAKAR,AND MORE! Hey now! The 3Gs ('aka Grateful Garcia Gathering), is returning back to the Camp NCN Venue in beautiful Black River Falls Wisconsin July 30th though August 2nd 2009 where it all began over 6 years ago! A grateful place where Garcia fans will be gathering! It also marks the celebration of Jerry Garcia's 67th Birthday, plus the 14th Anniversary of Jerry's untimely passing. We have leased the campground venue for July 30th though August 3rd 2009 for our 6th annual music festival.
Other great music festivals have hosted at this venue such as Weedstock, Farmapalooza, Big Wu Family Reunion, Campout Roots Festival,just to name a few!
Artists included: Family Groove Company, Rootstand, Ifdakar, Boney Fingers, Baghdad SCUBA Review, Fungus Garden Reverb, Jam and the Playground Kids, In the Dark, MMC Trio, Elf Lettuce, Vinny Weible & Soul Logic, Groovitational Pull, The Reggie, Grateful Beth and the Volunteers, The Bar Tab Band, John Statz, Mr. Cab Driver, Brok'n Arrow, Greyleaf, and more Jambands to be added soon!
Our friends at Mystix Toyz will be on board at the 3G's for tons of family fun with juggling demonstrations, including juggling workshops, face painting, kids parades, plus drum circles and fire dance jams every night
Early Bird tickets are on sale now! See all 150 bands for only $10! Offer is good until June 30th. Click the link to order your tickets now or visit any of our ticket outlets listed on our site.
For a list of bands and their profiles please visit us at www. uticamusicfest. com or check out our blogs. And while you’re there sign up on our mailing list to stay informed. Hope to see you at the fest!
ATTN BANDS::: WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING BAND SUBMISSIONS!!!
Early Bird tickets are on sale now! See all 150 bands for only $10! Offer is good until June 30th. Click the link to order your tickets now or visit any of our ticket outlets listed on our site.
For a list of bands and their profiles please visit us at www. uticamusicfest. com or check out our blogs. And while you’re there sign up on our mailing list to stay informed. Hope to see you at the fest!
ATTN BANDS::: WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING BAND SUBMISSIONS!!!
We announced 77 performers for the Utica Music Fest! For a list of bands and their profiles please visit us at www. uticamusicfest. com or check out our blogs.
Bands::: Interested in playing the festival?? Click the link!
Early Bird tickets are now on sale! See 150 bands for only $10! Click the link!
Cobble Mountain Boys How You doin? Nice to meet ya! You guys are right down Rt 67, how bout that. Looking forward to meeting you guys at some local cross road. Ramble On!! Keep up the fancy picking!! NBR
