Recap of June 23rd, 2011 Show

The show at Station 4 went quite well and people responded quite enthusiastically to the music. When your up on stage sweating and dancing, scared that your going to mess up, and amazing at some of the epic chemistry that is coming out between the instruments it's inspiring. And having other musician's come up to you afterward and commend you in all sincerity is humbling.

I can only say that I hope we have another chance to play soon, because it seams like this show was all that a rock concert should be. A kind of ritual with magnetic electricity transmuted between band and audience; a little bit theater, and a lot a bit genuine human moments.

Other bands that played included, Space Monster (Punk Jam Band?) and Marah and the Mainsail (Bluesy Hard Rock?) Both of whom's sound is unique and fresh.

Thanks to all who came out, and the awesome response!

Tim Brown and Friends: Full Length Album Out!

With banjo, trumpet, saxophone, marimba, angelic female voices, and a host of friends sitting in to contribute to the vision of the project. Tim Brown & Friends strikes some chords that don't always get onto rock tracks now-a-days. A deep sensibility and taste for classic rock, garnished by a gnarly accentuation of the eccentric pervades the tracks from start to finish.

Early listeners have given feedback, and some highlights include "Dingledodies' Paradise" an oddly David Bowieish/T-Rexish slant that is almost a children's ballad save for some sophisticated ornamentation by oboe and banjo (bordering on sitar.)

"Electrocutie & the Alien Godz" is as weird as it sounds but not long, and provides an outlet for the artist's weirdness, well maintaining a strong pop hook.

"Slow Down" brings in Robert Leo Newton from the band Blood Root Mother to give an endearing banjo line and melody that catches the ear and gives a good vibe.

"The Matadors" reaps some of the benefits of influence by Leonard Cohen, or Bob Dylan, but doesn't shy away from layers with a indulgently sweet harmony, fresh strange electricity in the guitar, and a saxophonist that steals the show a bit.

Throw in an "Amazing Grace/Break On Through by the Doors" medley, a bit of Hip Hop "Courtesy Posse" that pokes fun well transcending the genre as well in moments.

Live shows include a heavy blues influence that was present but not dominant on the album, and yes, banjo.

Gotta love the banjo.


Thanks,

Tim





'Tim Brown and Friends' is out as of June 15th, and can be purchased at the following spots:



Purchase it now at

http://timbrown.bandcamp.com



on Itunes:

http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/tim-brown-friends/id444252680?uo=4



Or to buy a physical copy:

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/timbrown1