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On The Verge
Published: 2010/02/04
The Ragbirds
Ann Arbor, Mich.
Infectious Global Grooves
www.theragbirds.com
Big on rhythm, energy and global grooves, The Ragbirds released its third album in 2009 while playing a couple hundred live shows (including a tour in Japan) and gathering descriptions along the way that ranged from “world fusion” to “astounding international eclecticism.” Railroad Earth’s Tim Carbone, who produced The Ragbirds’ new Finally Almost Ready describes multi-instrumentalist/frontwoman Erin Zindle as “amazing to watch, let alone listen to. She sings, dances and plays the violin all at the same time … it’s like she has two or three brains going.” Randall Moore and Tim Dziekan are the band’s rhythm devils, while Dan Hildebrandt provides the bass backbone that holds everything together. Erin’s guitar-wielding brother T.J. Zindle joined The Ragbirds in ‘09, bringing a rock and roll sensibility with him. Think gypsy String Cheese with dollops of Latin, Middle-Eastern and Afro-Celtic sound.
Relix A/V
Dan Bern & Common Rotation "We Will Not Be Divided"
Here’s a look at the ongoing collaboration between Dan Bern and Common Rotation. The four musicians recently stopped by Relix to perform this song which originally appeared on Bern’s Anthems EP.
Strange Thunder: The Evolution of Howlin Rain
Acclaimed photographer Pamela Littky directed this short film, which shares the story of Howlin Rain. Rick Rubin produced the group’s next album, The Russian Wilds, which is set for a February 12 release.
Superhuman Happiness "See Me On My Way"
Superhuman Happiness grace the Relix boiler room with an unreleased tune.
The Thousand Pities "Super High Moon"
Here is the premiere of the video created by animator and artist, Jelani John for The Thousand Pities’ “Super High Moon.” The group’s debut album Believe in Sound was released last year.
RatDog Exclusive Rehearsal Footage
TRI has kindly shared some exclusive footage of “New Minglewood Blues” from yesterday’s rehearsal. Tune into TRI Studios at 5pm PST (8pm EST) tonight to catch RatDog’s return!
Yarn "Annie"
Here’s a previously unreleased song that is set to appear on the next studio album from Yarn.
World Premiere: Bad Weather California "I’ll Reach Out My Hand"
Bad Weather California’s new LP Sunkissed, is their debut for Akron/Family’s Family Tree Records. Here is the premiere video of the first track from Sunkissed, which set for a February 21 release.
Spindrift "Carry Me Back To The Lone Prairie"
Spindrift brings their psychedelic, Spaghetti Western sound to the Relix boiler room, with this version of Carson J. Robison’s classic cowboy tune.
Dar Williams "The Easy Way"
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Robert Ellis "Westbound Train"
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