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The Red Lions
Indie / Classical / Rock

New EP this winter



Ithaca/NYC/Albany, New York
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Member Since1/25/2007
Band Websiteredlionsmusic.com
Band Members


THE RED LIONS ARE:
Eric Margan: vocals, guitar, etc.
Rick Spataro: guitar, keys, vocals
Scott Kellerhouse: bass, piano
Jim Bertini: drums

Featuring:

Madalyn Parnas: violin
Cicely Parnas: cello



"Midnight Book is brilliantly informed by Impressionism, classic rock, and chamber and adagio musics with a dash of smoky nightclub jazz. Expect Stravinsky to spice the slow sonics, Gershwin to walk side by side with rapture, Ravel to pull in fog and rain, and Weill to spike the decadence factor throughout a conceptually based song cycle revolving around love, loss, anomie, and desperation.

The arrangements here are way above average, the quality that most puts Margan in an Elfman stratum. The strength of his technical talents matches the passion of the intuitive, both promising that, with a debut this overwhelming, his is a name we'll be hearing much more of as the years go by. Hollywood should be snapping Margan up as though he were flowing gold. Not only are the lyrical qualities of Midnight Book many pegs above the crowd, but the guy also plays everydamnthing: guitar, contrabass, vibes, Hammond, flute, celeste, harpsichord, harmonium, and mellotron. Existential romance by way of Byronic refrains has rarely been this evocatively stated."

-Mark S. Tucker, Folk and Acoustic Music Exchange

"Elegant, sophisticated and refreshingly open-hearted, singer-guitarist Margan pens wonderfully literate and melodically inventive songs that he has orchestrated for a most unusual but oh-so effective ensemble of musicians featuring drums, bass, keyboards, violin, cello, clarinet and flute. This is chamber music for the 21st century, and it simply sparkles."

-Greg Haymes, The Times Union

"Eric Margan’s songs and aesthetic are from another time: His musical influences seem drawn entirely from before he was born. His jazz-leaning, ornate, orchestral pop is unlike anything that’s come out of the Capital Region in as long as we can remember, and the band’s busy gig schedule has amassed them a devoted, even defensive, fan base. Trust us: This band will be going places."

-John Brodeur, Metroland

"Singer/songwriter Eric Margan’s unhurried melodies and subtle orchestrations are sweet and disarming. This accomplished multi-instrumentalist has been inspired by his time in the studio with folk and jazz heavy hitters Pete Seeger, Richie Havens and David Amram."

-Peter Wise, The Berkshire Fringe



BOOKING INQUIRIES:
Eric Margan
emargan at gmail.com
(518) 588-1511

MEDIA INQUIRIES:
Franesa Pyle | Noteworthy PR
Franesa@noteworthypr.com
(518) 852-1591
www.noteworthypr.com
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Mar 21 2010 1:00P
Recording Session @ The College of St. Rose ALBANY
Apr 2 2010 8:00P
Hudson Opera House Hudson, New York
Apr 17 2010 2:00P
Recording Session @ WEXT TROY
Apr 17 2010 8:00P
Hubbard Hall Cambridge, New York

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   About The Red Lions
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The Red Lions is an indie-chamber rock band, a creation of singer-songwriter Eric Margan. Through a number of evolutions from its beginning in 2005, The Red Lions has always been and remains, by Margan’s design, the palette of sounds this young artist requires to paint his highly imaginative musical pictures.

Margan began formal musical training on the flute at an early age, and shortly thereafter began experimenting musically on the guitar, piano, and bass on his own time and in his own way. At fourteen he formed his first band – a three-piece rock group in which he was co-songwriter, bassist, and singer. Margan also played bass in a number of jazz ensembles and combos throughout his high school years until he entered the College of Saint Rose on full-scholarship majoring in Music Industry. It was then and there he focused on his passion of songwriting and recording, but he also earned top academic honors, studied and mastered the double bass, continued playing the flute, the bass guitar, the piano, singing, and playing in bands. His time spent on the double-bass performing in classical chamber orchestras and chamber ensembles, became for Margan part of the sound construction that would become uniquely his niche: the indie-chamber rock sound. A master of orchestration and a gifted writer of poetry, Margan is now writing sophisticated and engaging songs, orchestrating each with a unique combination of sounds, and breathing life into each with his inspired and sensitive lyrics. But the centerpiece of all his music is Margan’s talented band, The Red Lions, for which he is the frontman; Margan often quotes Duke Ellington, "My orchestra is my instrument.”

Margan demonstrates this in his debut full-length album, "Midnight Book”, which was released in March 2009, and is a collection of thirteen songs that are best understood when listening from “cover to cover.” Throughout the recording process, Margan often called upon the aid of multi-instrumentalist Scott Kellerhouse, presently studying jazz performance at Ithaca College, and Bard graduate and drummer/producer Jim Bertini. Live performances of "Midnight Book" often feature various woodwind and brass players, but Margan, Kellerhouse, Bertini, and Spataro form the core rock band with violin/cello "chamber parts" played by the dazzling duo parnas, soon to be graduate Artist Diploma students at Indiana University. The music draws on countless influences, and the borrowing and blending of musical elements result in an original sound to which most listeners respond with a natural familiarity. The album opens with "You Are A Ghost," a haunting jazz-club ballad blending the lyrical style of Tom Waits and Sylvia Plath with the music of Billie Holiday and John Lennon, among others. A sombre tone is blended with vague hopefulness in the song "Bay of Naples," which pulls you in with its unhurried pulse, hinting at the lo-fi vibe of Iron and Wine. As the album progresses, songs are sung with humor and lightness, such as the musical free-for-all "I'll Never Know." "Old Man River" tells the story of an estranged marriage with a twist of murder and revenge. And so it goes until the final notes. The varied and highly stylized musical constructions, coupled with creative lyrical depictions that wander from innocence to darkness with a deftness and poise, leave you wanting more.

The Red Lions is a unique and sophisticated addition to today’s music scene. They are rapidly earning the respect and admiration of fans, bands, and critics. They have opened for national acts including The Avett Brothers, St. Vincent and The Benevento-Russo Duo. Margan has recently played bass with tthe Dirty Dozen Brass Band, as well as recording sessions with Pete Seeger and Richie Havens. The Red Lions continue performing regularly in the Northeast while they are preparing to record a second disc including Margan’s new songs and more.








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Frank Palangi Solo Artist

Frank Palangi Solo Artist



Jan 14 2010 7:20 PM

Hey Eric! how have you been? nice job with the new track!
matt bradley.

Matt Bradley



Jan 14 2010 7:20 PM

don't know when you put the new song up but amazing work like usual, hopefully i'll be able to catch the show in chatham
THE BRONX IS BURNING

THE BRONX IS BURNING



Jan 3 2010 4:20 PM

Merry Chirstmas . We hope that you and everyone close to you has a happy and safe holiday . Thanks for being our friend . T.B.I.B.
NIPPER

NIPPER MCPHERSON



Jan 3 2010 4:20 PM

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Drunken new years Pictures, Images and Photos
NIPPER

NIPPER MCPHERSON



Oct 28 2009 8:48 PM

Here I am lecturing the youth of England on the virtues of leading a psychedelic life!

ORGONE

ORGONE



Oct 24 2009 5:54 AM

RL, Appreciate the add. New shows and websites posted. Orgone
Some Bizzare Label

Some Bizzare Label



Oct 24 2009 5:54 AM

some bizzare
Katie (Bear Grass)

Katie (Bear Grass)



Sep 30 2009 3:26 AM

Thank you. I appreciate it. Now if only you would play some of your new songs. I wanna here them. 
Frank Palangi Solo Artist

Frank Palangi Solo Artist



Sep 25 2009 8:19 PM

Nice seeing you at the contest tonight.. sorry I couldn't stay around and here you. I'm sure you did well. See you at the finals hopefully.
the Boston Celtics

the Boston Celtics



Sep 13 2009 3:59 PM

still moving as always
samual_boone

Sam Kocol



Sep 12 2009 12:54 AM

Music is my life!  I work on instruments for a living.  Pure sound impresses me.  A lot of which are coming from the east coast.  I search around and listen, bands send me links, But mostly the bands that perk my ears I will look at there top list and really dig in that way.....  Do you find it funny to know someone from the midwest, that has never been to NYC yet knows such a an underdog of a band?  That is really cool that you commented me such a random question...  I approve!!
      Peace~*

bianca

Bianca Del Castillo



Sep 10 2009 12:16 AM

just saw you guys at RPI, you rocked.

rock 'n roll
bdc

MusicForLovers

MusicForLovers



Aug 16 2009 7:11 AM

hey dude i recently started actually listening to your music...you are actually pretty amazing..sorry i havent listened before...love the voice....i would love to jamm or colaborate with you one day..if our paths cross....have a great day.

Kami Paulsen

Kami Paulsen



Aug 9 2009 9:07 PM

I have recently been expanding my horizons via reading and biking. School starts in a few weeks. =[

Have you been to iowa?

peace peace. 
Kami
caleb lionheart

caleb lionheart



Aug 8 2009 8:36 PM

You're on the same record label as Wilco, Joni Mitchell, the Black Keys, and the Magnetic Fields!? That, my friend, is awesome. 
Kami Paulsen

Kami Paulsen



Aug 6 2009 7:44 PM

hey. what's new?
MusicForLovers

MusicForLovers



Aug 5 2009 12:58 PM

wow ..what a dream...i am actually moving to the city in three weeks....so i will be in the heart of chicago..i wonder what a rock and roll mcdonalds looks like...hmmm...
MusicForLovers

MusicForLovers



Aug 4 2009 11:33 PM

really? what was this dream about..other than that you were in chicago..?
David Malachowski

David Malachowski



Aug 4 2009 4:11 AM

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Teresa

teresa Blanco



Aug 4 2009 4:11 AM

Thank you for inviting me to get to know your music, it is beautiful!
Occidental Brothers Dance Band Int'l

Occidental Brothers Dance Band Int'l



Aug 3 2009 3:17 PM

hello from chicago...

thanks for connecting with us and sharing your music--sounds great!  glad you dig our old-school african sounds.

for more about us, check out
occidentalbrothers.com

New record "Odo Sanbra" out now!  Look for us on the Africa Channel this Fall!

good luck!

O B D B I

Anna

Anna Davis



Jul 23 2009 6:03 AM

most definitely tears of joy...the music is beautiful!
Anna

Anna Davis



Jul 23 2009 5:31 AM

Christ! Your music is beautiful! It made me cry!!!!
South Croyden

South Croyden



Jul 20 2009 7:12 PM

Uh oh

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The Relics

The Relics



Jul 17 2009 5:04 PM

SAVANNAH's IN ALBANY, TONIGHT! come check it out
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