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THE PINES
Folk / Indie / Rock



Moonrise, Iowa
United States

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Member Since5/22/2006
Band Websitewww.thepinesmusic.com
Band Members
Influencesstrange dreams + old songs + new songs + things left unsaid + willie dixon + bill hicks + john trudell + orchids + funnel clouds + chris farley + jim beam + cornfields + mississippi river + grocery stores
Sounds Like"Lyrically clever, witty and vivid, and musically inspired, these songs instantly live inside your head. Sure-footed and charming."- Q magazine

“talented singers and songwriters…The Pines can make you feel happy and sad almost simultaneously.” - No Depression

“starkly poetic, buzzed-about Americana” - Minneapolis Star Tribune

“Quiet, serene, romantic, mysterious—The Pines are all these things and more on Sparrow in the Bell.”- Goldmine

“a spooky, dangerous edge pleasantly reminiscent of Bob Dylan’s recent sound.”
- The Onion

“Sparrows in the Bell is a consistently compelling listen”- Exclaim

“This is real-deal, salt-of-the-earth balladry done right.”- Twin Cities Metro

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Record LabelRed House Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 20 2009 9:00P
The Mill Iowa City, Iowa
Nov 21 2009 9:00P
180 Main - The Busted Lift Dubuque, Iowa
Nov 27 2009 9:00P
Turf Club St. Paul, Minnesota
Nov 28 2009 8:00P
Oak Center General Store Oak Center, Minnesota
Nov 29 2009 5:00P
Byron’s Pomeroy, Iowa
Dec 3 2009 8:00P
Beachland Ballroom Cleveland, Ohio
Dec 5 2009 8:00P
Wellsville Creative Arts Center Wellsville, New York
Dec 6 2009 7:00P
Caffe Lena Saratoga Springs, New York
Dec 8 2009 9:00P
The Living Room New York, New York
Dec 10 2009 8:00P
Ninth Ward @ Babeville Buffalo, New York
Dec 11 2009 7:30P
Club Passim Boston, Massachusetts
Dec 12 2009 9:00P
The Rongovian Embassy Trumansburg, New York
Dec 13 2009 2:00P
Stony Brook University Stony Brook, New York
Dec 19 2009 8:00P
First Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jan 29 2010 8:30P
Cafe Carpe Ft. Atkinson, Wisconsin
Jan 30 2010 8:00P
Bluff View Concert Series Holmen, Wisconsin
May 14 2010 7:30P
Old Town School of Folk Music Chicago, Illinois
Jun 12 2010 8:00P
Arrowhead Center for the Arts Grand Marais, Minnesota
Jul 9 2010 7:00P
Winnipeg Folk Festival Winnipeg, Manitoba
Jul 10 2010 7:00P
Winnipeg Folk Festival Winnipeg, Manitoba
Jul 11 2010 7:00P
Winnipeg Folk Festival Winnipeg, Manitoba

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   About THE PINES
Made up of Iowa natives David Huckfelt and Benson Ramsey, indie-roots duo The Pines actually began their musical partnership in Arizona, where they both lived in a Mexican barrio and first began playing together. Committing to a musical career, they returned to their Midwestern roots and moved to Minneapolis, a city that has launched many folk and rock acts from Bob Dylan to The Replacements to The Jayhawks. Like these Twin Cities legends, The Pines weave together many musical styles to create their own unique sound that is hip and haunting.

The son of Greg Brown’s producer and sideman Bo Ramsey, Benson was reared on folk and blues music and continues to let those influences shine, even on louder electric songs. David also has a deep love for traditional music, and together the two of them craft songs that evoke the ancient, while incorporating newer rock and pop grooves. Both strong writers and musicians, David and Benson have distinct voices that complement each other, causing audiences and critics alike to tout them as a powerful young force in American roots music.

After releasing their first CD on Iowa based Trailer Records, The Pines signed with acclaimed indie label Red House Records in 2007 and released their breakout album Sparrows in the Bell, named one of the top roots releases of the year by Q Magazine. Garnering rave reviews in magazines and blogs in the UK and Europe, the album won them new fans all over the world. The Pines wowed audiences at the 2008 South By Southwest (SXSW) and were named one of the musical highlights by CMT.com. Their dark Americana sound has gained a devoted cult following and has led them to share the stage with such diverse acts as Jolie Holland, The Arcade Fire, Iris DeMent, Bon Iver and The Holmes Brothers.

Now with the release of the new CD Tremolo, The Pines solidify their place as one of the acts to watch on the indie-roots music scene. Produced by Bo Ramsey and recorded in just two days, the album showcases their unique songwriting and musicianship. It features their all-star Minneapolis-based band, which includes acclaimed drummer J.T. Bates (Michel Portal, John Gorka), jazz bassist James Buckley (Ed Harcourt, Daniel Johnston, Dosh) and Benson’s brother Alex Ramsey on keyboards.

A great live act whether performing as an acoustic duo or as a full rock band, The Pines can be seen playing clubs, festivals and theaters across North America. They will be touring heavily this fall and throughout 2010, supporting the release of their new album. For The Pines’ full schedule and booking information, visit www.thepinesmusic.com.

For Booking Inquiries: Gravel Road Touring - www.gravelroadtouring.com Mike Rossetto - mrossetto@gravelroadtouring.com

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the opium joe group

the opium joe group



Nov 18 2009 7:33 AM

The Stillborn Yetties

The Stillborn Yetties



Nov 10 2009 5:45 PM

Thank you Pines- for a classy night of music at the Paramount. I'm no visionary, but I see a live album in the future and I see it moving a lot of units.

Cheers!
Professional Cockfighter

Professional Cockfighter



Nov 10 2009 5:41 PM


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Kyle

Kyle



Nov 6 2009 4:03 AM

Cant wait to see you guys in mn again!!!
Eric Rhame

Eric Rhame



Nov 4 2009 6:37 PM

Winnipeg!
Anders Ponders

Anders Ponders



Nov 3 2009 4:57 PM





BAND OF MEN

BAND OF MEN



Nov 2 2009 8:10 AM

Thanks for the add.
Fine tunes here, guys!
Great playing.
Like it a lot
Pier
 

Julian Demkier

Julian Demkier



Oct 29 2009 9:26 PM

Thank you so much for the add. You are my new favorite band, and Heart and Bones is the best song of 2009...at least I think so. Keep up the great music. I hope to see you guys in St. Cloud next week!!!

Trevor
Thirty Steps to Forward

Thirty Steps to Forward



Oct 28 2009 3:54 AM

Thank you for the friendship.
Really enjoyed listening to your music.

If you have time please come listen to a couple of our songs from our debut album.

Peace
West of Aldine - NEW SHOWS POSTED!

West of Aldine - NEW SHOWS POSTED!



Oct 26 2009 5:13 PM

Hello - We are a Pop/Rock/Groove band out of Minneapolis.  Scope our tunes (and DL them for FREE) and/or come to a show! Hope all is well!!
Aaron Hodgson

Aaron Hodgson



Oct 24 2009 8:03 PM

haven't seen you guys in awhile. caught the show last night. you never disappoint. very nicely done. new record sounds great.
Rhinestone Diplomats

Rhinestone Diplomats



Oct 22 2009 3:44 PM

Greetings from Mpls.  Take care, Steve/RD's
Hardcore Crayons

Hardcore Crayons



Oct 18 2009 6:33 AM

Brad Senne

Brad Senne



Sep 30 2009 10:19 PM

holy wow!!  heard ya on the current the other night.  super neat stuff.
Luke Redfield

Luke Redfield



Sep 28 2009 9:43 PM

love the new tunes, fellas! can't wait to hear the album in its entirety. best wishes with the release...
LIONHEART’S ARMY

LIONHEART’S ARMY



Sep 21 2009 9:02 PM

Sweet- gotta get the new CD! Please come to Arizona some time?
The Hidden Cookie (NEW SONG)

The Hidden Cookie (NEW SONG)



Sep 21 2009 6:21 PM

Hi!

Like the songs!

Thanks for the friendship!

Best


Pedro
The Pine Mountain Whine Fountain

The Pine Mountain Whine Fountain



Sep 14 2009 11:59 PM

thank you for your friendship:)
niels cremer

niels cremer



Sep 14 2009 5:47 AM

Pinin' for The Pines, great stuff, and thanks for the add! Niels

Kim

Kim Keo



Sep 3 2009 11:41 PM

Just Came by to say HI! love the music
sawyer

sawyer



Aug 31 2009 2:43 AM

hey nice seein you guys again, You guys should come checkout Weber's Deck this Sunday for the final shebang
chris marshall music.

chris marshall music.



Aug 28 2009 11:06 PM

diggin the pines...
FORENBACHER

FORENBACHER



Aug 27 2009 1:51 PM

Very nice songs!
Thanks for the friendship!

Best wishes from Europe,
MF
Vida és Vidre

Vida és Vidre



Aug 21 2009 7:37 PM

Hey The Pines! Thanks for the add. Els dos albums són molt bons, sobretot "Tremolo". Salutacions cósmiques des de el més enllá..............................




Rockridge Brothers

Rockridge Brothers



Aug 19 2009 9:11 AM

Thank you for your friendship!

Check out our cd:
RockridgeHollerin
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