Chris Padgett - acoustic guitar, electric guitar, synthesizer, synth bass, live loops, keyboard, vocals
Melissa McGinley - electric violin, drums, vocals
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Influences
We are influenced by all sorts of music, events and people. Most importantly, YOU the listener. A few others are Bill Evans (piano), Kurt Vonnegut, Weather Report, George Orwell, Laurie Anderson, Frank Zappa, Stevie Wonder, Talking Heads, Richie Havens, Paco de Lucia, Samuel Barber, Leo Kottke, Residents, Randy Newman, The O'Jays, Pink Floyd, Eleanor Roosevelt, Al di Meola, John Coltrane, The Maytals, Modest Mussorgsky, Keith Jarret, The Smiths, Mahivishnu Orchestra, The Kool Aid Man, Sugarcane Harris, Last Poets, Jimmy Cliff, Patsy Cline, John Fahey, Django Reinhardt, Nick Drake, Jethro Tull, Gentle Giant, The Police, Mohandas Gandhi, John Cage, Woody Guthrie, George Clinton, Terry Gilliam, Dr. Mark Lame, Tony Williams, Run DMC, Pearl S. Buck, Peter Lang, Herman Hesse, Earth, Wind and Fire, Joseph Heller, The Clash, Don Ross, Herbie Hancock, The Roots, Rosa Parks, B.B. King, Zach Mayberry, Desmond Dekker and the Aces, Phillip K. Dick, Jeff Buckley, Louis Armstrong, Max Roach, Benjamin Britten, Jaya da' Rugby Playa, Prof. Longhair, Hank Williams, Bruce Lee, Anthony Burgess, Tom Robbins, Geronimo, David Baker, Pearl Jam, Prince, Charlie Parker... "Dizzy... Bird... and all the fellas", Evelyn Glennie, Lamar Hunt, Kurt Cobain, Mississippi John Hurt, Oysterhead, Carole King, Ira Levin, Paul Simon, Pierre Boulez, Thelonius Monk, William S. Burroughs, Joe Zawinul, Supertramp, Slimer, The Velvet Underground, Kenny Baker, Riders in Disguise Bluegrass Band, Steely Dan, Jascha Heifetz, Billy Joel, John Lee Hooker, Franz Kafka, Digable Planets, Troy Polamalu, Sly & the Family Stone, Jon Hendricks, Billie Holiday, Jaco Pastorius, Buena Vista Social Club, Mr. Snuffleupagus, Gram Parsons, Jacqueline DuPre, Elton John, Gretchen Chambers, Ayn Rand, George Crumb, Elliot Smit, George Washington Carver, Miles Davis, Dr. John, Stanley Clarke, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Gretchen Chambers, Les Claypool, Wynton Marsalis, Brand X, Julie Andrews, A Tribe Called Quest, M.C. Escher, Shannon Hoon, Red Garland, Andres Segovia, The Who, Benny Goodman, Stephane Grappelli, Quincy Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Ray Charles, Dave Brubeck, Stan Getz, Doc Watson, Albert Einstein, H.G. Wells, John Scofield, Eddie and Martha Adcock, Charlie Pride, Bo Carter, Mom and Dad, Led Zeppelin, Hunter S. Thompson, J.K. Rowling, Eric Clapton, Peter Frampton, Chester Thompson, Salvador Dali, Paul Biss, Bill Monroe, George Duke, Aldous Huxley, Yes, Ornette Coleman, Queen, Neil Young, Nicolo Paganini, The Beatles, Dan Crary, Aaron Copeland, Ray Bradbury and monkey knife fights...
About The StereoFidelics - {Burlington, VT - 11/25}
The StereoFidelics blend jazz-influenced improvisation with their art rock melodies and extreme instrumental choreography to deliver an exciting show for both the eyes and ears. By showcasing their multi-instrumental capability, these two talented musicians are able to operate completely as a duet and deliver a full sound. The StereoFidelics consist of Chris Padgett (acoustic and electric guitars, keyboard, synthesizer, synth bass, live loops, and vocals) and Melissa McGinley (electric violin, drums, and vocals).
Since releasing their first EP in early 2007, The StereoFidelics have firmly established themselves in the musical hotbed of Asheville, NC. Their infectious sound and energetic performances have earned them performances in such prestigious venues as The Orange Peel (voted one of the top 10 venues in the country by Rolling Stone Magazine) and The Grey Eagle Music Hall. The StereoFidelics have done intense promoting of their music outside of Asheville as well; touring extensively throughout the southeast, midwest, west coast, mountain west, and into the northeast during the summer of 2007 and all of 2008. After much anticipation, they released their debut album, Only Sleeping on Rubberneck Records in December '08 and will be back on the road most of 2009.
Relying on their incredible musicianship, organic harmonies, and spontaneous instrumental creativity, they perform with the unmistakable emotional attachment of co-creators. "They...do the proverbial in creating something greater than the sum of its parts" (Dave Carter, WETS-FM). The Stereofidelics have the energy of Bluegrass, the seduction of Latin, the freedom of Jazz and the raw passion of Hard Rock driven by instinctive virtuosity and musicianship.
Press for The Stereofidelics:
"The StereoFidelics are like a five-hour energy shot for your ears." - John Liberty - Kalamazoo Gazette
"The StereoFidelics, the definition of indie... the level of emotional dedication that pours out of the music is extraordinary." - Lindsay Van Osten -The RED BANANA, Philadelphia, PA
"...They've got the energy of a full band... be on the lookout for this emerging talent." - John Hansen - Entertainment Editor Brainard Dispatch
"Our studio audience was rapt by the precision and versatility of these two musicians: the power and emotion of a Stereofidelics' performance, the range and generosity of material, Melissa's dynamic vocals, and the players' high octane instrumental exchanges . . ." - Brad Becker - Host of R.B.B. Lexington
"Stunning players!!! Together they do the proverbial in creating something greater than the sum of its parts." - Dave Carter Studio 1 - WETS FM
Hey there...whats happening??? Just wanted to let you know that I have my 2008 Demo CD up for download at purevolume. Definitely stop on by and pick it up because once its taken off, its taken off forever so get it while its hot!
The new True Margrit CD - The Juggler's Progress - is now available for pre-order, along with t-shirts and artwork, photo and drumheads: check it out here: http://bit.ly/7Cu8J
Next shows: October 26, Charlie's Bar and Grill in Olympia, WA October 27, The Swiss, Tacoma, WA October 27, Cedarwood Dome, Milton, WA October 28, Jazzbones in Tacoma, WA October 30, Mississippi Pizza in Portland, OR October 31, Nana's Irish Grill and Pub in Newport, OR November 1, Muddy's Hot Cup in Arcata, CA
And don't forget the BIG big show in San Francisco at Bottom of the Hill on November 15!
It was an absolute honor to share the Founders stage with such talent last night! You guys were wonderful! We hope to be able to see you guys again soon! Safe travels!
The new True Margrit CD - The Juggler's Progress - is now available for pre-order, along with t-shirts and artwork, photo and drumheads, as we get ready for our monthlong tour of the Great Northwest! Check it out here: http://bit.ly/7Cu8J
Look for us in Washington, Oregon and California between October 15 and November 15, when our tour wraps up with the big show at San Francisco's best rock club, Bottom of the Hill! For the complete show schedule, check here: http://bit.ly/1UgGqQ
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