The Rolling Stones, MC5, Hawkwind, Stooges, Easybeats, Parliament/Funkadelic, 13th Floor Elevators, Led Zepplin, Cream, James Brown, Gories, Dr.Dre- the chronic 2001, Sly & the Family Stone, the Beatles, Magnolia Electric Company, Esquivel, Flamin' Groovies, DMX, Waxmanequinn, Golliwogs,
After a rolling piano line, “Ain’t Running Scared” lurches to life with a pounding rhythm and weaving guitar riff. Mixing a garage rock delivery with elements of roots and blues, it’s a rawkus and jovulant introduction to The Grass’ latest album, Rogue Waves.
Recorded in Halifax after the band’s core members – brothers Willis Ryan (guitar/vocals) and Dylan Ryan (drums) – returned to their Dartmouth, Nova Scotia roots, the album captures the band’s signature retro-inspired sound.
The Ottawa Xpress boasts Rogue Waves, “fuses Beatlesesque psychedelica with the swagger of old-school Rolling Stones and Neil Young.”
The album also embodies The Grass’ dedication to high-spirited old-fashioned rock n’ roll fun – an enthusiasm that is echoed in the band’s energy-laden live performances.
The vigor of their jangly guitars, and the excitement of their throw-back sound has not only earned the band slots at South by South West, Ottawa Bluesfest and the Halifax Pop Explosion over the past four years, but also garnered them a nomination for Best Country/Bluegrass Recording at the Music Nova Scotia Awards in 2006.
Now, with a newly revamped lineup that includes former Rock Ranger member Daniel Baldwin (bass) and newcomer Ryan Stanley (guitar), The Grass continue to bring their blend of retro roots-rock to new avenues, steadily performing throughout Eastern Canada...
Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from Diem Studios Inc. We look forward to working with you in the new year. If your in need of a video or photo shoot we would love to collaborate and create some art! Again have a merry and safe holiday! Your friends at Diem Studios Inc., Mike and Danielle and the rest of the team!
Thank you so much for your submission. We are continuing to accept submissions until December 12th and will be announcing the full line up for INIC 2010 shortly after. We will definitely be in touch.
So after going to 3 of your shows and having to leave before you guys actually went on, I stuck around this time despite having to work at 630am. Thanks for making it worth it, you guys were great.
The Grass - Hunter's Moon (Rogue Waves CD release Oct. 3, 2008 @ The Seahorse Tavern)
The Grass - Crossfire (Rogue Waves CD release Oct. 3, 2008 @ The Seahorse Tavern)
