Gypsy Dave's sophomore effort A Bucketful Of Ghosts sweeps through the past and finds that memory, much like desire, can fill one up with longing rather quickly. "My Autumn Sky" opens the proceedings with its Mayberry-toned introduction to the nameless small town where the bulk of these songs are set. Although Gypsy Dave specifically observes Mr. Bell, "Driving along/Waving his hands/To a Sunday song" there's a Mr. Bell in every town, making these meditations decidedly universal. There are mournful numbers about burying a parent ("Daddy's Suit"), Roy Orbison-influenced rave-ups ("Dreamin'") and pure and breezy roots music ("The Passing Days"), providing more than ample proof that this young trio (all of the members are under thirty) have a comprehensive understanding of classic American music. Later "Fishing In The Rain" is emotionally frank; "I Got A Loneliness" is an acoustic hustle and "Follow The Stones" is a delicately played ballad that also happens to be a gorgeous love song. A Bucketful Of Ghosts is about daydreaming by the river, graveyards and who used to not live there and riding your bike down the road as the summer moon slides across the night.
—Alex Green
http://www.caughtinthecarousel.com
Copy and paste this code to add our banner to your page!
Gypsy Dave and The Stumpjumpers on iTunes!
Gypsy Dave and The Stumpjumpers's Friend Space (Top 16)
Want a few free trials of our calling service? You go to places you want to play, you get peoples numbers, and we call them for you to let them know about the show.
If it boosts your attendance a few times you can throw us a few tips. Send us a message..don'tjust recomment.
indeed i did get your mail, and i gave you disc a listen, and i like what you've done to the stuff...great production, its really nice to hear all the new instruments (and drums!) in the mix.
unfortunately it was quickly stolen from me by my fellow bandmate, so I didn't get a chance to formulate any specific big ideas about how awesome it is.
on another note- im due in pittsburgh on december 15th, any chance you'll be arahnd? (arahnd - pittsburghese for "around")
I've been sittin' here listenin' & jammin' to your tunes, all the while remembering a few minutes here and there being back stage with you all in Kent when we played The Kent Stage. It was a good meeting for me. You are all good people, very good people. Also, you are incredibly talented, altho understated, well disciplined musicians with a great sound. You make deep lyrics sound simple and simple chords sound beautiful. I hope our paths cross again someday. And I'd love to share another stage with you. your fan, friend, and admirer ~ jim
Hey I'll let you know once we get some music up on here, we should have some up soon. We definitely will have to plan a time to get together and play some again too!
Hey there! How are you? We have appreciated your friendship and support here on myspace and now, we’re hoping to include in our newest venture.
If you like reading about adventure and fun times, and want to share your own experiences, please check out our new blog: http://absurdadventurers.blogspot.com
If you like what you see, please become a follower or subscribe or leave a comment or two. We’d love to include you in our newest adventure!
Gimp Guy Underground presents: The What The Fuck Is Going On Show 7/28/2009 3:30 PM at Forward Hall 2502 Peach St, Erie, 16502 Cost: $5
11 bands mixing up genres! The lineup is Waking Yesterday, Condition Oakland (Ashland, Pa), Feel The Fire, Grave Of A Cynic, This Plague, Kill People, Sudden Impulse, Grind Iron, Small Town Noise, AmRev II and Empty Clip!
"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians
Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)
"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
Gimp Guy Underground & Erie Parties present: Thursday Night Throw Downs 7/2/2009 8 PM at The 814 Club 715 French St, Erie, 16501 Cost: $3 before 9:30 PM
...featuring live bands from 8pm-? courtesy of GGU followed by Hip Hop Performers, DJ’s, contests, giveaways & an open mic till 4am brought to you by Erie Parties! Bands are Diesel Houdini, Kill People, Empty Clip, Anti Atom & Killdozer for GGUs portion, with more to follow including Brain Dead Happy!
Gimp Guy Underground presents: PINDY II (The 2nd Annual Punk’s Not Dead Yet Show) 7/11/2009 3:00 PM at Forward Hall 2502 Peach St, Erie, 16502 Cost: $3
...featuring 10 of your favorite local punk bands tearin it up! The lineup is Out Of It (1st show!), Made Not Born, WRCR, With No Regrets, Mala Sangre, Brain Dead Happy, Kill People, The Sound City Saints, Local 80 & The Tradesmen.