Hammond Organ - Kris Brauninger
Drums - Robb Burnham
Bass - Kent Peterson
Guitar - Tim Casey
Guest Guitarists - Lee Rosenblum, Kent Militzer, Tom Lischmann, and who knows who is next...
RADIODRUMMER - Tommy Cook played drums with the Martyrs in the studio.
Special thanks to Patty Casey and Lizzy Leff for the great photos!
Influences
I grew up listening to the Beatles and Motown, then it was 1970's AM radio and then finally WXRT 93 FM in Chicago.
I'm more interested in learning what influences YOU hear in my songs. That's more important anyway - what the listener hears....
This is My Space. These are My Songs. This is My Art.
I uploaded some demos from my upcoming CD. Hope you dig them.
So....here's a little about me. I've been active on the Minneapolis music scene since 1991. Played guitar in a few bands, recorded in a few studios, been on the radio in a few cities, performed in Amsterdam, blah, blah, blah. I'll spare you the details. My band's name comes from the grade school I attended on Chicago's South Side - Queen of Martyrs. Artists are martyrs; the name made sense to me.
Here's a review of our recent gig at Stasiu's Place in NE Minneapolis, written by Tim Brunelle:
It’s a Friday night in mid-March at a Polish functions hall with various hipsters watching Gophers hockey and drinking beer. The bands play on a stage in the main room, around the corner from the bar.
About 10:00 p.m., Tim Casey & The Martyrs step up. The sound is rich, even if the sound system doesn’t do Casey’s vocals justice. (How hard can it be for local clubs to employ an equalizer and some talent on the sound board? Live vocals don’t have to always sound like they’re coming from a faded AM radio.) Casey and The Martyrs play all originals, but we hear a collection of references peak through — the Stones, the Replacements, John Mellencamp, even the Tubes or a hint of Queen. It’s vocals-driven rock, with strong, entertaining hooks. The kind of music that’s naturally brewed in towns like Minneapolis, Detroit and Chicago.
The band’s foundation is heavy and unpretentious. Robb Burnham (drums), Lee Rosenblum (guitar) and Kent Peterson (bass) honor the code of roots music, but know how to hit the hooks with just the right notes. (actually, Kent Militzer sat in on bass guitar that night).
Casey takes full advantage of this architecture. His songs follow predictable rock formulas, with appreciated emphasis on inventive harmonies here and there to keep you guessing. The bridge and chorus of “If I See Your Face” offers a nifty hook and orchestration. “Don’t Give It Away” delivers a similar vibe later in their set.
Kris Brauninger’s Hammond organ and backing vocals offers a pleasing balance to Casey’s lead vocals and guitar. Casey’s long experience as a sideman has honed his guitar chops and maturity. He can shred, but he doesn’t feel the need to prove it on every song.
Casey’s growling lead vocals on “Love Conquers All” demonstrated the more compelling part of his range, amidst another strong arrangement.
The hipsters are numbering at least 50 by the end of the set. The TV is playing to an empty bar. –Tim Brunelle
are you excited for addy to move?i wasnt for keifer but i guess yesterday he went to go visit and refused to back to the 2s and stayed with sharen the hole day! i think addy will do fine because she is very sassy so the bigger kids wont pick on her:)she moves monday? you gonna be able to help her out? did you ever start on them online survey things i told you about? i hope you did, i just another check, this was for $237 from 2 weeks ago. if you didn't yet, pshhh, get on it; i guess you'll have to type the link into internet explorer or whatever, but here it is again:
Szarotkas is Back with BROKEN Productions on FRIDAY Nights Starting this friday...
BROKEN PRODUCTIONS 1 YEAR this Sat... @ ORION 5772 S Archer Ave in CHI.. 12 DJS FREE Food , T-shirts , Cds, Tanning Passes Ice Sculpture that u can drink from
no she didnt but that sounds awesome!! I will let lindsay know... i can bring the tv since i have a semi big one lol I hate unpacking. It suckkksss. Why didn't you tell me you wanted to go, I would have taken you, since i'm making that extra coin i make from taking those paid surveys online helps out alot tho; you should really do them too; i mean, hey, the extra money comes in handy, right? i guess you'll have to type the link into internet explorer or whatever, but here it is:
hey! just wanted to stop in let you know that I've changed my artist name to Adrian Edward but it's still me, I'm not going anywhere! lol! have a great night much love ~adrian edward
Hey i love that profile song you have!!!! The video to it is pretty sweet. Yea Yea I been working Ive been pretty tired Ill call you when i get home today lil lis loves his daycare you should see the stupid badge with my picture on it I have to wear lol. but its all good, he loves the daycare, and its kewl that i can help out paying for it, know what im sayin? the extra money we made from taking those paid surveys online helped out so much!! you should really do them too; i mean, hey, the extra money comes in handy, right? i guess you'll have to type the link into internet explorer or whatever, but here it is:
www.surveyblingbling.com
La Te Da love ya talk to you laterzzzzzzzz O by the way Ill have more pictures to post before the lil lis's and my b-day uhhhh sometimes i feel so oldddddddd lol
Blood Root Mother will be playing at Trocaderos in Minneapolis on Friday, June 26th. I cannot stress enough how awesome this show will be!! We're playing with three of the sweetest local rock bands: Claret, Niobium and Casanatra. If you haven't heard these guys, check them out immediately! Please come to this show!!
I recommend stopping by during happy hour for two for one drinks along with free buffet, which is delicious. We'll be hanging out at Trocs all night, so come by and chill/party with us :)
Again, here's the event info:
Friday, June 26th Trocaderos 107 3rd Ave N Minneapolis, MN 18+ // $6 // 8pm
Please come out and support some great local music!! Music starts at 9:30pm, we should go on around midnight. Invite your friends, pile into a car (or a party bus), and together we will make this one of the highlights of the summer :)
WHITE PARTY @ ORION this SAT>> Free Cover till 12 if u wear white Shawn Edwards , Dj Magix , Paully B , Flix B.. open till 3 am... 5772 S. Archer Ave in Chicago..
A brutal night of original music, and a chance for fans to lay down their support for live broadcasting of independents in the twin cities. Tonight, March 2. Kitty Cat. It won't be the same party without you. Hockey gear optional.
A brutal night of original music, and a chance for fans to lay down their support for live broadcasting of independents in the twin cities. Monday, March 2. Kitty Cat. It won't be the same party without you.
Thanks for stopping by and listening!! You’re exactly the type of person I write music for and it’s good to see that there are like minded people out there, “YOU ROCK“! I hope this day is finding you well and feel free to stop by anytime!
