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St James Infirmary

Album: Shuffle Off to Buffalo

Released: Apr 16, 2006

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Genre: Jazz / Swing
Location PORTLAND, US
Profile Views: 326585
Last Login: 8/28/2011
Member Since 3/23/2005
Website www.stolensweets.com
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Bio
.. .. .... The Stolen Sweets formed in 2005 with the intention of reviving the songs of 1930s sister act, The Boswell Sisters. Comprised of vocalists Jen Bernard, Lara Michell and Erin Sutherland, guitarists Pete Krebs and David Langenes (both of whom sing) and double bass player Keith Brush, The Sweets' repertoire has expanded to include material from the 1920s -1940s. Their arrangements are still inspired by the Boswells' tight 3-part harmonies, frequent tempo changes and "knowing shrugs and raised eyebrows," as noted by the Oregonian's A&E. .. Unlike the original Boswell arrangements that featured piano, clarinet, and horns, the Sweets incorporate gypsy jazz accompaniment, reminiscent of Django Reinhardt. .. The Boswell Sisters were popular harmony singers in the late 20s and early 30s, keeping company with the likes of the Dorsey Brothers, Bunny Berigan, Eddie Lang, and Benny Goodman -- partnerships that provided the jazz world with some of its most influential recordings. .. The nature of the music was auspicious and good-humored, providing a ray of hope to listeners during a truly dispiriting economic depression. .. The Sweets recently traveled to New Orleans to headline the Boswell Sisters Centennial commemorating the birth of the most famous Boswell Sister, Connee, born in 1907. They had the honor of playing at legendary jazz club Snug Harbor, the Louisiana Music Factory and on the steps of the Cabildo in Jackson Square, where the Louisiana Purchase was inked. In March of 2008, they will take their maiden voyage to Europe, performing their unique brand of vintage jazz in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy, Slovenia and Germany. .. The Sweets stay busy playing club gigs, private events and festivals all over the northwest and beyond. They strive to keep these vintage tunes alive, transporting a wide array of listeners to the early days of jazz. .. BOOKING INQUIRIES: ....jen@stolensweets.com.. .. .... ......BUY OUR CD!...... ..Shuffle Off to Buffalo.. features some of Portland's finest musicians, including Sam Henry (drums), Skip vonKuske (cello), Nelly Kovalev (violin), Laird Halling (clarinet), Farnell Newton (trumpet), and Stephen Walker (trombone). .. .. .. .... .. .... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .......... .......... .. .. ...... .. .. ...... .. .. .... ....VISIT OUR ONLINE STORE:.. .. ...... .... ...... .... ....David and Pete both use and endorse Red Bear guitar picks -- the best around!.. .. ...... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ........................View all ....The Stolen Sweets tour dates........
Members
.. {photos: ..www.fsphotographers.com..} .. ...... .. Jen Bernard, vocals .. ...... .. Lara Michell, vocals .. ...... .. Erin Sutherland, vocals .. ...... .. Keith Brush, double bass .. ...... .. Pete Krebs, guitar & vocals .. ...... .. David Langenes, guitar & vocals .. .. .. .. ...... .. ...and our lovely cigaretteless girls, ..The Yowzas!.. .. ..
Influences
The Boswell Sisters, Annette Hanshaw, The Mills Brothers, Nat King Cole, Django Reinhardt, and countless others.
Sounds Like
The tunes your grandparents' parents listened to.

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Bio:

The Stolen Sweets formed in 2005 with the intention of reviving the songs of 1930s sister act, The Boswell Sisters. Comprised of vocalists Jen Bernard, Lara Michell and Erin Sutherland, guitarists Pete Krebs and David Langenes (both of whom sing) and double bass player Keith Brush, The Sweets' repertoire has expanded to include material from the 1920s -1940s. Their arrangements are still inspired by the Boswells' tight 3-part harmonies, frequent tempo changes and "knowing shrugs and raised eyebrows," as noted by the Oregonian's A&E.

Unlike the original Boswell arrangements that featured piano, clarinet, and horns, the Sweets incorporate gypsy jazz accompaniment, reminiscent of Django Reinhardt.

The Boswell Sisters were popular harmony singers in the late 20s and early 30s, keeping company with the likes of the Dorsey Brothers, Bunny Berigan, Eddie Lang, and Benny Goodman -- partnerships that provided the jazz world with some of its most influential recordings.

The nature of the music was auspicious and good-humored, providing a ray of hope to listeners during a truly dispiriting economic depression.

The Sweets recently traveled to New Orleans to headline the Boswell Sisters Centennial commemorating the birth of the most famous Boswell Sister, Connee, born in 1907. They had the honor of playing at legendary jazz club Snug Harbor, the Louisiana Music Factory and on the steps of the Cabildo in Jackson Square, where the Louisiana Purchase was inked. In March of 2008, they will take their maiden voyage to Europe, performing their unique brand of vintage jazz in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy, Slovenia and Germany.

The Sweets stay busy playing club gigs, private events and festivals all over the northwest and beyond. They strive to keep these vintage tunes alive, transporting a wide array of listeners to the early days of jazz.

BOOKING INQUIRIES: ..jen@stolensweets.com

BUY OUR CD! Shuffle Off to Buffalo features some of Portland's finest musicians, including Sam Henry (drums), Skip vonKuske (cello), Nelly Kovalev (violin), Laird Halling (clarinet), Farnell Newton (trumpet), and Stephen Walker (trombone).