My Morning Jacket

Man I do love these guys.  They are still touring and are hitting up Brooklyn Bowl on 4/4 for all you NYers.

Anyways, they have a new EP dropping on 4/1 called Via Flamina.
FUTUREBIRDS - Via Flamina Teaser (http://vimeo.com/21007411)

Awesome find Ruckus! Love these guys too, had no idea they had this coming out. Has anyone seen them live?

Quote from: wolof7 on Mar 30, 2011, 09:00 PM
Awesome find Ruckus! Love these guys too, had no idea they had this coming out. Has anyone seen them live?

I had to bail on them a month ago because I got a NASTY stomach flu, I guess like what happened to you for Middle Brother.  I know Brooke and Bluesky saw them at the Mercury Lounge last month and I think Darkglow and Jon T. caught them open for DBT earlier this year as well.

While I'm bummed I haven't seen them yet, I wouldn't mind catching them for the 1st time when they have enough material to play a proper headlining set.  I swear there is not one song on either their S/T EP or Hampton's Lullaby that I don't like.

Quote from: wolof7 on Mar 30, 2011, 09:00 PM
Awesome find Ruckus! Love these guys too, had no idea they had this coming out. Has anyone seen them live?

I love this band also....good find on the new EP, I had no idea about that.  I was at that Mercury Lounge show also and they were awesome, put on a great show.  I actually met the drummer and lead singer both at Terminal 5 on the first night and again on the second night of MMJ.  I was talking to them again before their set at the Mercury Lounge, i was surprised that they remembered me, but they seem like real cool dudes.   Like me, they are only 24 years old, so hopefully they have long careers ahead of them

Quote from: Murph on Mar 30, 2011, 09:18 PM

Quote from: wolof7 on Mar 30, 2011, 09:00 PM
Awesome find Ruckus! Love these guys too, had no idea they had this coming out. Has anyone seen them live?

I love this band also....good find on the new EP, I had no idea about that.  I was at that Mercury Lounge show also and they were awesome, put on a great show.  I actually met the drummer and lead singer both at Terminal 5 on the first night and again on the second night of MMJ.  I was talking to them again before their set at the Mercury Lounge, i was surprised that they remembered me, but they seem like real cool dudes.   Like me, they are only 24 years old, so hopefully they have long careers ahead of them

I remember you posting about meeting some of the guys at T5.  That's awesome.  They seem like down to earth dudes...and soo young.

Quote from: Murph on Mar 30, 2011, 09:18 PM

Quote from: wolof7 on Mar 30, 2011, 09:00 PM
Awesome find Ruckus! Love these guys too, had no idea they had this coming out. Has anyone seen them live?

I love this band also....good find on the new EP, I had no idea about that.  I was at that Mercury Lounge show also and they were awesome, put on a great show.  I actually met the drummer and lead singer both at Terminal 5 on the first night and again on the second night of MMJ.  I was talking to them again before their set at the Mercury Lounge, i was surprised that they remembered me, but they seem like real cool dudes.   Like me, they are only 24 years old, so hopefully they have long careers ahead of them

i think brooke and bluesky were at that show, too
gonna see them 2 nights in Asheville in June, can't wait..i love that album...reminds me of early MMJ

I could drown right now and die a happy maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahahahaaaaahahahaaannnnnnnn!  :thumbsup:

Love that s**t!

Agreed Ruckus not a bad track in the bunch

They don't make it easy to find but here's the new EP
http://futurebirdsmusic.bandcamp.com/ (http://futurebirdsmusic.bandcamp.com/)

Ruckus, you're not kidding - I knew this was coming out today, so I went looking for it on their site and different pages, and I couldn't find it anywhere.  The only place I could find it was on iTunes. 
Anyway, thanks for the link!  These guys are incredible.  Definitely worth the extra effort to find.   

Wow that 'Wicked Game' is actually a cover of the Chris Issak song. That is a guiltless pleasure song and it really works with this band's sensibilities. Great EP, it's making my Friday!

Wild Heart is wonderous!

Quote from: wolof7 on Apr 01, 2011, 11:39 AM
Wow that 'Wicked Game' is actually a cover of the Chris Issak song. That is a guiltless pleasure song and it really works with this band's sensibilities. Great EP, it's making my Friday!

Wild Heart is wonderous!

I was wondering if that was a cover of Issak's original!! I doubted it at first...but damn it smokes.

I'm most especially loving the pedal steel work on these new ones....seems like they're leaping forward in the right direction. I saw 'em last year in Birmingham and loved their show, they really bring some energy.

I hope critics don't try to drive this band's square peg into any round holes by writing them off as just another southern/indie/barn/reverb band.

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Quote from: wolof7 on Apr 01, 2011, 11:39 AM
Wow that 'Wicked Game' is actually a cover of the Chris Issak song. That is a guiltless pleasure song and it really works with this band's sensibilities. Great EP, it's making my Friday!

Wild Heart is wonderous!

I was wondering if that was a cover of Issak's original!! I doubted it at first...but damn it smokes.

I'm most especially loving the pedal steel work on these new ones....seems like they're leaping forward in the right direction. I saw 'em last year in Birmingham and loved their show, they really bring some energy.

I hope critics don't try to drive this band's square peg into any round holes by writing them off as just another southern/indie/barn/reverb band.

You make a good point Easy but so far critics have been friendly to them.  Sure you can say they are very early Wilco/early MMJ/Fleet Foxes hybrid but they have multiple lead vocalists utilizing banjo or mandolin along with pedal on each song.  They also have a great pop/melody sensibility that makes all their songs easy on the ears without overdoing it.

While I didn't necessarily see the pedal as being too much more prominent (though I see what you're saying) on these four tracks, the extra guitar fuzz on Via Flamina and the keys on Wild Heart seem to be new welcome additions.

That Chris Isaak cover is a trip as well.  I wasn't sure who's song it was when I first heard it other than I knew the words to it immediately. ;D

Quote from: Brother Beck on Apr 01, 2011, 11:35 AM
Ruckus, you're not kidding - I knew this was coming out today, so I went looking for it on their site and different pages, and I couldn't find it anywhere.  The only place I could find it was on iTunes. 
Anyway, thanks for the link!  These guys are incredible.  Definitely worth the extra effort to find.

;D  Right?  The only reason I tracked it down was because of their facebook page where they had a link to it on a post midway on their page. ???

OK Ruckus,

I like what I heard from what I have heard, so, here goes. I am downloading Hampton's Lullaby on your suggestion. I've been turned on to some really great music here over the years (and a couple of crappers).

Quote from: Tracy 2112 on Apr 01, 2011, 10:40 PM
OK Ruckus,

I like what I heard from what I have heard, so, here goes. I am downloading Hampton's Lullaby on your suggestion. I've been turned on to some really great music here over the years (and a couple of crappers).

It's no ambient Rush

Gerardo - Rico Suave (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeX9zoWSut8#)

I looked but must have deleted the photo I took of the crazy keyboardist at the Mercury. (the other seemed more talented and less punk) Man that dude was out of hand!  these guys were great and had such a nice following

I like it, thanks Ruckus

It's got an Avett Brothers meets Arcade Fire feel. Being from Athens, I know Nashville won't be too far to come

Quote from: Tracy 2112 on Apr 02, 2011, 01:35 PM
I like it, thanks Ruckus

It's got an Avett Brothers meets Arcade Fire feel. Being from Athens, I know Nashville won't be too far to come

Yeah, so much of their sound depends on who's singing.  Sometimes they strongly remind me of Jesus and Mary Chain ???

They are playing with the Truckers in Wilkes-Barre in June. I'm going.

The Gary Clark thread reminded me that both he and Futurebirds are opening for Grace Potter here next weekend.  I have a prior obligation I must get out of. :-\

I had no idea that Wild Hearts was a Stevie Nicks cover.  Is that right?

Stevie Nicks ~♥~ Wild Heart (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YwZ43R2TaY#)

Thanks Tracy.  Well that just made me like the Futurebirds song even more.  That is a nice cover of that song!

Never heard of them.  Amazon MP3 app doesn't have this newest EP included, have to wait to get home.  Video sounds awesome though

Quote from: kotchishm on May 17, 2011, 05:28 PM
Never heard of them.  Amazon MP3 app doesn't have this newest EP included, have to wait to get home.  Video sounds awesome though

Oh how I love their exuberance and reverb.  I'd definitely grab either their s/t debut ep which used to be free on their site (still might be) or Hampton's Lullaby (only LP) before checking out the new ep.

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Quote from: kotchishm on May 17, 2011, 05:28 PM
Never heard of them.  Amazon MP3 app doesn't have this newest EP included, have to wait to get home.  Video sounds awesome though

Oh how I love their exuberance and reverb.  I'd definitely grab either their s/t debut ep which used to be free on their site (still might be) or Hampton's Lullaby (only LP) before checking out the new ep.

Ruckus thanks for posting this thread.  Went home last night and bought everything.  They are truly awesome.   :thumbsup:

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Quote from: Ruckus on May 17, 2011, 05:52 PM

Quote from: kotchishm on May 17, 2011, 05:28 PM
Never heard of them.  Amazon MP3 app doesn't have this newest EP included, have to wait to get home.  Video sounds awesome though

Oh how I love their exuberance and reverb.  I'd definitely grab either their s/t debut ep which used to be free on their site (still might be) or Hampton's Lullaby (only LP) before checking out the new ep.

Ruckus thanks for posting this thread.  Went home last night and bought everything.  They are truly awesome.   :thumbsup:

i love this band, reminds me of early Jacket---gonna see them for the first time in June (Asheville-Orange Peel)

Bummed that I'll miss them on Thursday at Roo (getting in too late).  They are also playing at the same time as MMJ at the Solar Stage.  WTF????

I love FUTUREBIRDS.  I go to school in athens and have seen them at least 20 times, and they are as good as any band I have ever seen live!!! And they are rad dudes too, I really think they are going places, and I believe that I have been witness to the rise of one of Athens' finest bands since REM, no disrespect to wsp.

What I think sets them apart from most any band is that they all change/trade instruments/vocals on different songs, and it just adds so much to the live experience. 
I have spent many goofy nights in the real ski chalet, its a real live haus in athens GA!!

long live FUTUREBIRDS.

Solid live video from SXSW
http://www.roxwel.com/player/futurebirdsliveperformance_2011.html (http://www.roxwel.com/player/futurebirdsliveperformance_2011.html)

Quote from: AJ Green on May 26, 2011, 11:08 PM
I love FUTUREBIRDS.  I go to school in athens and have seen them at least 20 times, and they are as good as any band I have ever seen live!!! And they are rad dudes too, I really think they are going places, and I believe that I have been witness to the rise of one of Athens' finest bands since REM, no disrespect to wsp.

What I think sets them apart from most any band is that they all change/trade instruments/vocals on different songs, and it just adds so much to the live experience. 
I have spent many goofy nights in the real ski chalet, its a real live haus in athens GA!!

long live FUTUREBIRDS.

I'm in Athens too! I have also seen Futurebirds twice and they definitely rock, by the way speaking of WSP I partied with Jo Jo the keyboard player at square one the other day! Small world

Quote from: Ruckus on May 29, 2011, 09:03 PM
Solid live video from SXSW
http://www.roxwel.com/player/futurebirdsliveperformance_2011.html (http://www.roxwel.com/player/futurebirdsliveperformance_2011.html)

holy shit! thanks Ruckus....that's the first live vid I've seen of them, they are tighter live than I wouldve imagined. They are captivating to watch, love how they are all dancing through Johnny Utah. Can't wait til they roll on thru up here.  This makes me think I don't like them enough even though I like them a lot already.

Had no idea they had a singing drummer. Love seeing those! :thumbsup:

Athens GA has a way of just pouring these kind of bands out......any of you peeps ever listen to the Starroom Boys ?  Used to LOVE seeing them in Normaltown....that USE to be an area on Prince Ave in Athens that was demolished.... :embarassed:

http://www.rhapsody.com/the-star-room-boys/why-do-lonely-men-and-women-want-to-break-each-others-hearts (http://www.rhapsody.com/the-star-room-boys/why-do-lonely-men-and-women-want-to-break-each-others-hearts)     this is one FINE album IMO :thumbsup: :thumbsup:  i miss these guys :-\

http://www.futurebirdsmusic.com/2012/03/introducing-seney-stovall-for-record-store-day-2012/ (http://www.futurebirdsmusic.com/2012/03/introducing-seney-stovall-for-record-store-day-2012/)

Quote from: Ruckus on Mar 27, 2012, 05:40 PM
http://www.futurebirdsmusic.com/2012/03/introducing-seney-stovall-for-record-store-day-2012/ (http://www.futurebirdsmusic.com/2012/03/introducing-seney-stovall-for-record-store-day-2012/)

Awesome! Guess I'm gonna need to call my local record shops for this one as Futurebirds cds are hard enough to find up here.

That is awesome! I need that one...I got a really rare Futurebirds pressing as an Xmas gift. I think I'll be down in ATL to see DBT 4/21. Would have loved to have been at the Futurebirds show in Athens that night.

Found this link from heyreverb.com in which the Futurebirds play for their Mile Marker sessions posted last week: http://www.heyreverb.com/2012/04/20/futurebirds-downloads/#17 (http://www.heyreverb.com/2012/04/20/futurebirds-downloads/#17)

It contains 3 new tracks:
- Virginia Slims
- Keith and Donna
- Death Awaits

and a slow version of Yur Not Dead....good session, its available for dl too!

Quote from: wolof7 on Apr 22, 2012, 02:05 PM
Found this link from heyreverb.com in which the Futurebirds play for their Mile Marker sessions posted last week: http://www.heyreverb.com/2012/04/20/futurebirds-downloads/#17 (http://www.heyreverb.com/2012/04/20/futurebirds-downloads/#17)

It contains 3 new tracks:
- Virginia Slims
- Keith and Donna
- Death Awaits

and a slow version of Yur Not Dead....good session, its available for dl too!

Thanks Wolof!  Just d/l'd :thumbsup:

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 22, 2012, 02:06 PM

Quote from: wolof7 on Apr 22, 2012, 02:05 PM
Found this link from heyreverb.com in which the Futurebirds play for their Mile Marker sessions posted last week: http://www.heyreverb.com/2012/04/20/futurebirds-downloads/#17 (http://www.heyreverb.com/2012/04/20/futurebirds-downloads/#17)

It contains 3 new tracks:
- Virginia Slims
- Keith and Donna
- Death Awaits

and a slow version of Yur Not Dead....good session, its available for dl too!

Thanks Wolof!  Just d/l'd :thumbsup:

Wow this new stuff is pretty droney stoney sounding...I listened to it pre and post inebriation and it took me on a whole different ride the 2nd time around

you could call this genre: Drone Country

Gonna go ahead and bump this bad boy up. I JUST noticed the heartless bastards/futurebirds tour is making a stop in my town, so I'm pumped. The venue's website has the show listed as 'Heartless Bastards w/ special guests: Future Brides.' derp.

Has anyone seen them since forecastle?? Have they started playing any of the old drummer's songs??

Is anyone going to catch the athens show Nov 1 at the ga theater?

I really want to like these guys.  They have this melancholic sound I love so much, but it is almost too country-ish for my tastes.  Can anyone please tell me I am wrong and to give them a try with a decent argument to back it up? haha

Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 19, 2012, 01:33 AM
I really want to like these guys.  They have this melancholic sound I love so much, but it is almost too country-ish for my tastes.  Can anyone please tell me I am wrong and to give them a try with a decent argument to back it up? haha

Do you like early My Morning Jacket? If so, this band fills that void since they aren't making this type of music any longer. I'm seeing them with Heartless Bastards Nov. 2 in Nashville. I would have seen them last fall, but traffic congestion on a two lane country road prevented me from getting to the venue in a timely manner.

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Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 19, 2012, 01:33 AM
I really want to like these guys.  They have this melancholic sound I love so much, but it is almost too country-ish for my tastes.  Can anyone please tell me I am wrong and to give them a try with a decent argument to back it up? haha

Do you like early My Morning Jacket? If so, this band fills that void since they aren't making this type of music any longer. I'm seeing them with Heartless Bastards Nov. 2 in Nashville. I would have seen them last fall, but traffic congestion on a two lane country road prevented me from getting to the venue in a timely manner.

Of course I do! I just saw an Ski Chalet video, which was some good shit!

Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 19, 2012, 01:33 AM
I really want to like these guys.  They have this melancholic sound I love so much, but it is almost too country-ish for my tastes.  Can anyone please tell me I am wrong and to give them a try with a decent argument to back it up? haha

You are wrong.  And I completely understand.  I had never seen them and had given some of their stuff a listen on Spotify and couldn't really see what the big deal was.  I didn't get the "early MMJ" vibe from it at all.  I was a little bored with what I heard, and didn't think too much of them.  I then saw them open for White Denim in August and OMG they just blew me away!  Their energy, the songs, THE GUITARS...they were fantastic.  I SO got the early MMJ thing but they definitely are not MMJ copycats.  Really melodic, rocking, cool tunes.  But country tinged for sure.  I loved them!

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Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 19, 2012, 01:33 AM
I really want to like these guys.  They have this melancholic sound I love so much, but it is almost too country-ish for my tastes.  Can anyone please tell me I am wrong and to give them a try with a decent argument to back it up? haha

You are wrong.  And I completely understand.  I had never seen them and had given some of their stuff a listen on Spotify and couldn't really see what the big deal was.  I didn't get the "early MMJ" vibe from it at all.  I was a little bored with what I heard, and didn't think too much of them.  I then saw them open for White Denim in August and OMG they just blew me away!  Their energy, the songs, THE GUITARS...they were fantastic.  I SO got the early MMJ thing but they definitely are not MMJ copycats.  Really melodic, rocking, cool tunes.  But country tinged for sure.  I loved them!  Go see them live.  Everything changes.  :thumbsup:

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Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 19, 2012, 01:33 AM
I really want to like these guys.  They have this melancholic sound I love so much, but it is almost too country-ish for my tastes.  Can anyone please tell me I am wrong and to give them a try with a decent argument to back it up? haha

You are wrong.  And I completely understand.  I had never seen them and had given some of their stuff a listen on Spotify and couldn't really see what the big deal was.  I didn't get the "early MMJ" vibe from it at all.  I was a little bored with what I heard, and didn't think too much of them.  I then saw them open for White Denim in August and OMG they just blew me away!  Their energy, the songs, THE GUITARS...they were fantastic.  I SO got the early MMJ thing but they definitely are not MMJ copycats.  Really melodic, rocking, cool tunes.  But country tinged for sure.  I loved them!  Go see them live.  Everything changes.  :thumbsup:

Hmm... Sounds like I'll have to keep my eyes open for dates in my area.  I've been listening to Menomena as well, I'm really liking both bands.

Somehow I had never listened to these guys until yesterday, and holy shit, what have I been missing out on?  This stuff is great.  They're playing Detroit next week with the Heartless Bastards but I'm pretty sure I work that night.  Poor timing to be sure.

Quote from: robb on Oct 20, 2012, 01:59 PM
Somehow I had never listened to these guys until yesterday, and holy shit, what have I been missing out on?  This stuff is great.  They're playing Detroit next week with the Heartless Bastards but I'm pretty sure I work that night.  Poor timing to be sure.

You might have to be sick that night. If you know what's good for you. ;)

Quote from: zanjam on Oct 19, 2012, 02:07 PM

Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 19, 2012, 01:33 AM
I really want to like these guys.  They have this melancholic sound I love so much, but it is almost too country-ish for my tastes.  Can anyone please tell me I am wrong and to give them a try with a decent argument to back it up? haha

You are wrong.  And I completely understand.  I had never seen them and had given some of their stuff a listen on Spotify and couldn't really see what the big deal was.  I didn't get the "early MMJ" vibe from it at all.  I was a little bored with what I heard, and didn't think too much of them.  I then saw them open for White Denim in August and OMG they just blew me away!  Their energy, the songs, THE GUITARS...they were fantastic.  I SO got the early MMJ thing but they definitely are not MMJ copycats.  Really melodic, rocking, cool tunes.  But country tinged for sure.  I loved them!

Yep, agreed. They are good. Real good.

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Quote from: robb on Oct 20, 2012, 01:59 PM
Somehow I had never listened to these guys until yesterday, and holy shit, what have I been missing out on?  This stuff is great.  They're playing Detroit next week with the Heartless Bastards but I'm pretty sure I work that night.  Poor timing to be sure.

You might have to be sick that night. If you know what's good for you. ;)

That would actually be really easy to pull off, but with the World Series in town next week, I'll need all the hours at work at extra money I can get...those tickets aren't cheap at all  :undecided:

How did I post twice here?  What am I?  New?  I must have gone to edit and somehow quoted myself and posted it.  Spaz.

Oh man, I love their studio output as well.  I still listen to the EP and Hampton's quite regularly.  However I do get where zj is coming from.  They go three electrics a lot for the live rockin' effect at the expense of remaining true to the studio instrumentation.  That's what made the Seney Stovall recording so special for me when they stayed true to the albums and used plenty of acoustic guitar and banjo.  Maybe even a mandolin somewhere.

IMHO they have not put out a bad song. definitely my favorite band of the past few years. All of their releases are in regular rotation in my house. I guess you could call me a 'birdwatcher' or a 'birder' (worst name for group of fans ever?)

Quote from: wolof7 on Oct 22, 2012, 05:57 PM
IMHO they have not put out a bad song. definitely my favorite band of the past few years. All of their releases are in regular rotation in my house. I guess you could call me a 'birdwatcher' or a 'birder' (worst name for group of fans ever?)

Does that mean I'll see you in Boston on Friday?  Futurebirds opening for Heartless Bastards at Royale?  I'll be there, with Kyle and Zach.

Carter's a trip in this promo from a few years back
Futurebirds "Hampton's Lullaby" Promotional Video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MD-Ffq4PfQ#ws)

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Quote from: wolof7 on Oct 22, 2012, 05:57 PM
IMHO they have not put out a bad song. definitely my favorite band of the past few years. All of their releases are in regular rotation in my house. I guess you could call me a 'birdwatcher' or a 'birder' (worst name for group of fans ever?)

Does that mean I'll see you in Boston on Friday?  Futurebirds opening for Heartless Bastards at Royale?  I'll be there, with Kyle and Zach.

Wish I could but I have a wedding I can't get out of...I may object to the union based on the fact that they are making me miss this show.

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Quote from: johnnYYac on Oct 22, 2012, 06:58 PM

Quote from: wolof7 on Oct 22, 2012, 05:57 PM
IMHO they have not put out a bad song. definitely my favorite band of the past few years. All of their releases are in regular rotation in my house. I guess you could call me a 'birdwatcher' or a 'birder' (worst name for group of fans ever?)

Does that mean I'll see you in Boston on Friday?  Futurebirds opening for Heartless Bastards at Royale?  I'll be there, with Kyle and Zach.

Wish I could but I have a wedding I can't get out of...I may object to the union based on the fact that they are making me miss this show.

bummer!   looking forward to it Yac!

Quote from: wolof7 on Oct 22, 2012, 05:57 PM
IMHO they have not put out a bad song. definitely my favorite band of the past few years. All of their releases are in regular rotation in my house. I guess you could call me a 'birdwatcher' or a 'birder' (worst name for group of fans ever?)

Egghead!

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Quote from: wolof7 on Oct 22, 2012, 05:57 PM
IMHO they have not put out a bad song. definitely my favorite band of the past few years. All of their releases are in regular rotation in my house. I guess you could call me a 'birdwatcher' or a 'birder' (worst name for group of fans ever?)

Egghead!

remember the Birdos from American Super Mario 2?
I'm going with Birdos

As if my horrible boner in the shows section wasn't enough evidence (yup, boner is the new (old) blooper), I had a lot of fun at the futurebirds show tonight. Before the show, there were literally 15 people there and I felt really bad, and I saw carter hanging out by himself sitting in a chair. So, naturally, I strolled over like the smoothest ass ever and chatted it up.

He was genuinely the nicest band member I have ever talked to before a show (that beats toby from dr dog and john from deer tick amongst others) and he told me he was tired from being on the road but was excited for the show. Long story short, we did a shot of whisk and talked about how the cops on I90 are assholes and how he couldn't leave until I bought one of their 'circle' shirts. They put on an awesome, short, sweet show and I love these guys more and more. Heartless Bastards were also super awesome but this is a futurebirds thread. I love these guys.

Sounds like you had a great night. You are making me excited to see them next Friday.

thanks for the report Joey.   I'm there tonight!   I hope it's not so poorly attended- that always makes me feel bad too.   Unfortunately, tonight's is an early show (doors at 6 pm) because the venue turns into a dance club later at night.   So it could be just as bad.   Did it fill up for Heartless Bastards?

Sadly it never really filled up. The place has a big bar in the middle and most people never left the bar area until HB came out and even then there were maybe 50 people tops. It was the worst attended show I have ever been too. During futurebirds there were maybe 10 people standing in front of the stage with everyone else spread throughout or at the bar. It left plenty of room for Carter to rock out in 'the crowd' when he jumped off the stage during Ski Chalet.

There were many reasons it wasn't well attended... on a week night, in a smaller town, the radio station that was 'promoting' the show really didn't at all, etc. I'm sure there will be more people in Boston on a Friday.

Me and mahg33tah at Futurebirds right now!!!  I approve!  Great stuff. And Heartless Bastards next.

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Cool.  Doesn't look crowded.  Their D.C. show over the summer was packed, although most people weren't paying attention to the band.

It wasn't packed by any means, but much better than the scene Joey describes.   We were talking to one of the guys afterwards (big beard / banjo) and he said that gig Joey was talking about was really strange.   In an odd strip mall next to a restaurant and a Golds gym?!

I enjoyed them a lot.   I like multiple singers and they definitely held my attention.   I'd see em as headliner.

I spoke to their drummer, IV, after the show. It was his 9th gig with Futurebirds. He's lovin' it and hopes he passed the audition. I didn't realize a recent change to their lineup. He loves being part of Futurebirds. I think the original drummer also sang some, from what I saw of a little documentary about their live EP.


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Quote from: johnnYYac on Oct 27, 2012, 04:29 PM
I spoke to their drummer, IV, after the show. It was his 9th gig with Futurebirds. He's lovin' it and hopes he passed the audition. I didn't realize a recent change to their lineup. He loves being part of Futurebirds. I think the original drummer also sang some, from what I saw of a little documentary about their live EP.


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There drummer is named IV ?

Quote from: Fully on Oct 27, 2012, 04:48 PM

Quote from: johnnYYac on Oct 27, 2012, 04:29 PM
I spoke to their drummer, IV, after the show. It was his 9th gig with Futurebirds. He's lovin' it and hopes he passed the audition. I didn't realize a recent change to their lineup. He loves being part of Futurebirds. I think the original drummer also sang some, from what I saw of a little documentary about their live EP.


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There Their drummer is named IV ?

Nice typo, English teacher!  Yeah, he said his name was "IV", and I was, "like this?" and gestured putting a needle into my arm.  He then said "yeah" as he rolled up his right sleeve to expose the tatoos of stars all over the inside of his elbow, along with a capital IV.  Can't find anything on him.  He says he's also in a "super group" with a member of the Dead Confederates, but I wasn't familiar with any of them.  Couldn't be Diamond Rugs, could it?

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Quote from: Fully on Oct 27, 2012, 04:48 PM

Quote from: johnnYYac on Oct 27, 2012, 04:29 PM
I spoke to their drummer, IV, after the show. It was his 9th gig with Futurebirds. He's lovin' it and hopes he passed the audition. I didn't realize a recent change to their lineup. He loves being part of Futurebirds. I think the original drummer also sang some, from what I saw of a little documentary about their live EP.
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There Their drummer is named IV ?

Nice typo, English teacher!  Yeah, he said his name was "IV", and I was, "like this?" and gestured putting a needle into my arm.  He then said "yeah" as he rolled up his right sleeve to expose the tatoos of stars all over the inside of his elbow, along with a capital IV.  Can't find anything on him.  He says he's also in a "super group" with a member of the Dead Confederates, but I wasn't familiar with any of them.  Couldn't be Diamond Rugs, could it?

No, couldn't be.

I know we had quite a discussion about Payton Bradford in the other forum but I know Penny and I miss him big time.  APO, Red Top Girl, and Aquarium Floor were some of my favorite tracks by them.  It really sucks!

OK, as much as I like listening to the Futurebirds albums that I've got, I at least doubly, maybe tripley, enjoyed hearing them live. This was my first time seeing them in the flesh. Even though they opened for Heartless Bastards, they had much more stage presence and musicianship than HB.  Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed HB quite a bit, but it wasn't a whole lot different that listening to the album. Futurebirds had a really great live presence to them. I believe I'll make it a point to catch this band whenever I have the chance from now on. Penny and Ruckus, I'm pretty sure that you two are the ones who turned me on to this band earlier this year. Thanks. :beer: :kiss: :beer: .

(http://www.futurebirdsmusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/FRONT-ART-LP.jpg)

"...Futurebirds meld the sweet, lilting, pedal steel and harmonies of the Stray Gators with the raucous, buzzing, distortion of Crazyhorse."

- Aquarium Drunkard

Nashville, TN – Baba Yaga, the new album from Athens, Georgia's Futurebirds will be released on April 16 via Fat Possum Records/VL4L. Baba Yaga features 13 songs that, much like the album's legendary mythical namesake, defy typical categorization. The ambiguity of Futurebirds' sound comes from their dynamic blend of experimental atmospheric textures, alt-rock tones and laid-back harmonies. Their music is equally as warm and inviting as it is brooding and assertive. The energy of their live shows is that of a primal, sweat-filled, cosmic rock revival with soaring harmonies. And the word is out. Hear Ya said, "...it's a requirement to see them live. There are few emerging bands with their energy and zeal on stage."

In 2009, Futurebirds released their self-titled EP, followed by their full-length debut, Hampton's Lullaby in 2010. Stark Online said the album was, "...tastefully laced with weeping pedal steel, mandolins, and imbued with a distinct flair for well-crafted and efficient melodies." Since then, the band released the EP Via Flamina (2011) and Live at Seney-Stovall Chapel, a special 2011 Record Store Day release that sold out on the same day, showing how rapidly their loyal fan base was growing.

Futurebirds has toured relentlessly, sharing bills with Drive-By Truckers, Widespread Panic, Heartless Bastards and Alabama Shakes. Their reputation as a must-see live act has landed them spots at major festivals, including, Austin City Limits, Outside Lands, Hangout, Wakarusa, Forecastle and Bonnaroo. The band was also invited to join the Bonnaroo Buzz tour (leading up to the 2011 festival), and were slotted between Gary Clark Jr. and headliner Grace Potter & The Nocturnals.

Futurebirds are a six-headed beast, with each member contributing something distinctive to their sound. Together they have crafted a style that is simultaneously familiar yet fresh. Whether it is the spacey folk of the opener, "Virginia Slims", the driving rhythm of "Serial Bowls" the hauntingly melodic "Death Awaits" or the epic "St. Summercamp", there is no doubt that Futurebirds have cemented their identity on Baba Yaga.

Yes!  It's shaping up to be a great couple of months for new releases.

I can already state that Virginia Slims and Death Awaits are amazing...so excited for this record.

Liked their song 6 EP from a few years quite a bit, listened to it occasionally but not in at least a year, and completely forgot about Hampton's Lullaby being released and mostly forgot about them until Rowan posted a free 10-12 song download on facebook a couple weeks ago and loved that. After reading thru this thread never wouldve guess Wild Heart was a Stevie Nicks cover, that was one of my favorites on that download (called "Exhume" IIRC).

Excited for this new one, wish it was coming out before April 16th, but I have plenty more familiarizing myself with these other releases in the meantime anyway.

Nice! Thanks wolof!  I was waiting for this announcement.  I'm curious about this "Epic" St. Summercamp. 

Anyone hitting up their show in Charlotte on March 29th at the Visulite? My wife and I are coming down from Mass, visiting a friend and just picked up the tix...hoping to meet some of the southern jacket forum contingency...also any suggestions of must-eat places in Charlotte...me likely some BBQ

I've been cranking the Futurebirds this week.  Looking forward to their upcoming show. 

I'll be at the March 29th show at Visulite.  As for bbq, I highly recommend the Midwood Smokehouse on Central Avenue, it's less than a mile form the Visulite.  I go there all the time.

This is a new song of their upcoming album. I am really upset I couldn't see them during SXSW, Jim James came between us and I am ok with that.

Enjoy!

http://soundcloud.com/futurebirds/heavy-weights (http://soundcloud.com/futurebirds/heavy-weights)

Their new album comes out April 16, I think. I'm looking forward to it.

Saw them in Charlotte last week. First time seeing them. They were amazing. Was hoping for but did not get Happy Animals or Megachills but this did not detract from the show at all.

The Visualite in Charlotte is a great little venue. Was lucky to snag front row, eye level seating in front of the very small pit area. All the new songs were great probably got 4 or 5. They also covered Neil Youngs Unknown Legend which blew my mind away. Closed their set with Wild Heart which was also incredible.

Will see them again when they swing by my home front in Pawtucket, RI. See them if you get a chance probably my favorite newer band of the past 3 years.

Pre-ordered the new album. Can't Wait!

Quote from: wolof7 on Apr 02, 2013, 05:54 PM

Will see them again when they swing by my home front in Pawtucket, RI. See them if you get a chance probably my favorite newer band of the past 3 years.

Pre-ordered the new album. Can't Wait!

My wife got me tix yesterday for their show in C'bus in May which also happens to fall on my birthday!  :beer:  I saw them at Forecastle last year so I'm totally looking forward to seeing them again!  I'm in agreement with you about them being my favorite newer band of late.   :thumbsup:

This live session is up for free download. Enjoy! This version of APO is killer... Gonna miss Peyton on the drums (and as a songwriter), but really looking forward to the new record!  :beer:

http://www.hearya.com/2010/08/03/futurebirds-live-session-75/ (http://www.hearya.com/2010/08/03/futurebirds-live-session-75/)

Hey wolof,

How long was their set when you saw them in Charlotte?

Quote from: iLikeBeer on Apr 03, 2013, 08:57 PM
Hey wolof,

How long was their set when you saw them in Charlotte?

I actually did not keep track and it was really tough to tell bc I was so into it. I would say they played 4 new songs, 3 covers Wild Heart included and probably another 7-8 songs. Ski Chalet had some mini (song or cover) in the mid-section and was a very extended SC which is likely a staple of their set.

I would say it was between 1hr and 20 and an 1hr 40

I assume the upcoming shows may be a little heavier on the new album.

So stoked they are on the lineup for High Sierra this year.  Woot!   :cheesy:

Grabbed tix for their show at Ortlieb's Lounge in Philly on 5/22.  Have any of you Philly peeps been there before?  I'd never heard of it before but the idea of a venue I'd never been to as well as avoiding the awful DC Futurebirds scene made it an easy choice.  Plus the ticket was only 10 bucks, half the price of a DC ticket.

Record apparently has leaked.  I can't find it though

They are going to be in Nashville Saturday. I'm looking forward to going to this one.

http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/av/2013/04/album-stream-futurebirds---baba-yaga.html (http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/av/2013/04/album-stream-futurebirds---baba-yaga.html)

Quote from: Osistheones on Apr 09, 2013, 11:17 AM
http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/av/2013/04/album-stream-futurebirds---baba-yaga.html (http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/av/2013/04/album-stream-futurebirds---baba-yaga.html)

Thanks! I am really digging the new album so far.

I was at the Visulite concert as well.  They were very good and would definitely recommend checking them out.

Listening to the stream of the new album now, sounds really good.

I'm only half listening to the stream at work but like what I'm hearing... a lot!  Can't wait for the vinyl to arrive!

Couldn't resist holding off til the wax comes in...yea it's a great album, need more time with it to list favs... I knew Virginia Slims, Keith and Donna and Death Awaits well....def heard Tanlines and Serial Bowls at the Visualite....Impressed with banjo beards (dont know his name) tracks on this album Strangers is beautiful. Just a solid album

Spence did you recognize the song they teased during Ski Chalet @ the Visualite show? It was short but monstrous

Quote from: wolof7 on Apr 09, 2013, 08:03 PM
Couldn't resist holding off til the wax comes in...yea it's a great album, need more time with it to list favs... I knew Virginia Slims, Keith and Donna and Death Awaits well....def heard Tanlines and Serial Bowls at the Visualite....Impressed with banjo beards (dont know his name) tracks on this album Strangers is beautiful. Just a solid album

Spence did you recognize the song they teased during Ski Chalet @ the Visualite show? It was short but monstrous

Tom Johnson I think

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 08, 2013, 07:44 PM
Grabbed tix for their show at Ortlieb's Lounge in Philly on 5/22.  Have any of you Philly peeps been there before?  I'd never heard of it before but the idea of a venue I'd never been to as well as avoiding the awful DC Futurebirds scene made it an easy choice.  Plus the ticket was only 10 bucks, half the price of a DC ticket.

We got miracled 2 tix for Saturday night Album release party

http://mercylounge.com/calendar/venue/mercy/2013/04/13/futurebirds-baba-yaga-album-release-party/ (http://mercylounge.com/calendar/venue/mercy/2013/04/13/futurebirds-baba-yaga-album-release-party/)

Quote from: Tracy 2112 on Apr 09, 2013, 09:31 PM

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 08, 2013, 07:44 PM
Grabbed tix for their show at Ortlieb's Lounge in Philly on 5/22.  Have any of you Philly peeps been there before?  I'd never heard of it before but the idea of a venue I'd never been to as well as avoiding the awful DC Futurebirds scene made it an easy choice.  Plus the ticket was only 10 bucks, half the price of a DC ticket.

We got miracled 2 tix for Saturday night Album release party

http://mercylounge.com/calendar/venue/mercy/2013/04/13/futurebirds-baba-yaga-album-release-party/ (http://mercylounge.com/calendar/venue/mercy/2013/04/13/futurebirds-baba-yaga-album-release-party/)

Wait! You mean we will actually be at the same show? Watch out. If a strange woman comes up and seems like she's stalking you, I actually don't know who that will be, but I'm going to look for you recluse. I had forgot that I'm taking my mom out for her birthday that night, so I may just have a 71 yo with me although I doubt she'll really want to go or stay up that late. It depends on how much she drinks at dinner  :rolleyes:

I can't friggin believe these guys were just in St. Louis and I somehow overlooked it.   Dangittt!!!

Quote from: Tracy 2112 on Apr 09, 2013, 09:31 PM

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 08, 2013, 07:44 PM
Grabbed tix for their show at Ortlieb's Lounge in Philly on 5/22.  Have any of you Philly peeps been there before?  I'd never heard of it before but the idea of a venue I'd never been to as well as avoiding the awful DC Futurebirds scene made it an easy choice.  Plus the ticket was only 10 bucks, half the price of a DC ticket.

We got miracled 2 tix for Saturday night Album release party

http://mercylounge.com/calendar/venue/mercy/2013/04/13/futurebirds-baba-yaga-album-release-party/ (http://mercylounge.com/calendar/venue/mercy/2013/04/13/futurebirds-baba-yaga-album-release-party/)

Excellent!  Can't wait to hear how all the new songs translate live. 

Quote from: BH on Apr 09, 2013, 11:45 PM
I can't friggin believe these guys were just in St. Louis and I somehow overlooked it.   Dangittt!!!

I know you're not a Tweetbook guy so I'll post tour dates here from now on ;). Sorry you missed it man

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 10, 2013, 08:55 AM

Quote from: BH on Apr 09, 2013, 11:45 PM
I can't friggin believe these guys were just in St. Louis and I somehow overlooked it.   Dangittt!!!

I know you're not a Tweetbook guy so I'll post tour dates here from now on ;). Sorry you missed it man

I have the songkick app on my phone, and it helps me keep up with shows.

Quote from: Fully on Apr 10, 2013, 11:16 AM

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 10, 2013, 08:55 AM

Quote from: BH on Apr 09, 2013, 11:45 PM
I can't friggin believe these guys were just in St. Louis and I somehow overlooked it.   Dangittt!!!

I know you're not a Tweetbook guy so I'll post tour dates here from now on ;). Sorry you missed it man

I have the songkick app on my phone, and it helps me keep up with shows.

So do I.   And I usually go thru the run down on all my local venues every week or two but somehow this one slipped past me.     

Ruckus, please keep me online and in touch!    :smiley:

Wolof7,
During Ski Chalet, did it go "four day weekend, that's what the fuck I'm talking about"?  I believe it did, heavy right?  Go to youtube and check out Bandway - 4 day weekend.

And Tom looks a lot like Michael Anthony here :grin:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fj3IfNqncHU# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fj3IfNqncHU#)

This Yer Not Ded kinda rocks... :cheesy:  Who doesn't love a 4 guitar attack?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHDUgPd9eNo# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tHDUgPd9eNo#)

Fat Possum just sent me the album mp3s, so I guess I'll give it a proper listen while I wait for my vinyl to be delivered.  Psyched!  :thumbsup:

Futurebirds put in a very joyous, high energy show last night in Nashville. Benny Yurco, From Grace Potter, joined them on stage for quite a few songs. He was there playing guitar for his gf Natalie Prass who opened for them. Even though I've listened to the live stream of it, I only listened one or two times do I can't tell you which of the new songs they played. I will say I enjoyed them all, the whole show was very good. I met some female Trucker fans there too who I'm supposed to meet up with at Shaky Knees. Although I doubt they are as huge of Trucker fans as some on here because they haven't seen Bill at a show ;)

Quote from: Fully on Apr 14, 2013, 09:19 AM
I met some female Trucker fans there too who I'm supposed to meet up with at Shaky Knees. Although I doubt they are as huge of Trucker fans as some on here because they haven't seen Bill at a show ;)

ha ha and female trucker fans are few and far between! wonder if i know em, too!

I got the album too and gave it one great listen through! Must go back for more!!  :beer:

Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 15, 2013, 10:29 AM

Quote from: Fully on Apr 14, 2013, 09:19 AM
I met some female Trucker fans there too who I'm supposed to meet up with at Shaky Knees. Although I doubt they are as huge of Trucker fans as some on here because they haven't seen Bill at a show ;)

ha ha and female trucker fans are few and far between! wonder if i know em, too!

I want to say that her name was either Denise or Jackie. I really don't think she was too deep into following the band although she had been to a few shows. It was loud, and I didn't pay as much attention to their names as I should have. Both of them were nice though.

I like this album but not as much as the previous ones...none of the songs grab me except Virginia Slims...but I still like it a lot..

Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 24, 2013, 11:02 AM
I like this album but not as much as the previous ones...none of the songs grab me except Virginia Slims...but I still like it a lot..

It's tough to top their previous ones.  I too like the new album a lot and it's been playing a lot in my house, in my car, on my back deck as I'm brewing beer, etc.  :beer:  In other words, I can't seem to stop listening to it!   :cheesy:

Death Awaits is one of my faves btw...

Quote from: iLikeBeer on Apr 24, 2013, 02:19 PM

Quote from: Penny Lane on Apr 24, 2013, 11:02 AM
I like this album but not as much as the previous ones...none of the songs grab me except Virginia Slims...but I still like it a lot..

It's tough to top their previous ones.  I too like the new album a lot and it's been playing a lot in my house, in my car, on my back deck as I'm brewing beer, etc.  :beer:  In other words, I can't seem to stop listening to it!   :cheesy:

Death Awaits is one of my faves btw...

I originally just thought it was ok when I first heard it. I got it on vinyl and have been non-stop spinning it and listening to it both at home and work using spotify. It has really grown on me a whole lot. Love "Heavyweights", "Strangers", "Tan Lines" the most right now. Really an excellent album overall.

Also, does anyone else get an REM vibe on the song "Keith and Donna"?

Yeah I've been wearing this out, aoty so far for me.

Here's a review from Pitchfork of Baby Yaga

http://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/18034-futurebirds-baba-yaga/ (http://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/18034-futurebirds-baba-yaga/)

http://youtu.be/_IUxkcVZWJU (http://youtu.be/_IUxkcVZWJU)

Loving this album!  Dig is my new fave.  It's so Neil/MMJ and the song structure reminds me of a live MMJ song recorded that includes even tempo changes.  I would love for them to go in that direction in the future with lengthier, more complex compositions

Quote from: Ruckus on May 02, 2013, 10:49 AM
Loving this album!  Dig is my new fave.  It's so Neil/MMJ and the song structure reminds me of a live MMJ song recorded that includes even tempo changes.  I would love for them to go in that direction in the future with lengthier, more complex compositions

this album gets better with each listen..

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 11, 2013, 01:09 PM
And Tom looks a lot like Michael Anthony here :grin:

Watching your vids you posted and the one BH posted, I just can't get used to Tom without that big 'ol beard!  And I do see the resemblance as well...  :tongue:

they are opening for Band of Horses right now.  Might be the main reason I go see BoH again.  I've seen BoH plenty, they're solid but never really offer any surprises. 

Where should I start? Hampton's Lullaby or Baba Yaga?  Which has a little less country twang? 

Quote from: EverythingChanges on Jun 09, 2013, 01:07 PM
Where should I start? Hampton's Lullaby or Baba Yaga?  Which has a little less country twang?

Both are excellent albums, but if you don't want the "twang", I.cant help. I don't find anything they do be too twangy. I might classify it as Americana music. When I first started listening to them someone told me that it reminded them of early MMJ and they were correct. However, you may have different tastes.

Quote from: Fully on Jun 09, 2013, 01:51 PM

Quote from: EverythingChanges on Jun 09, 2013, 01:07 PM
Where should I start? Hampton's Lullaby or Baba Yaga?  Which has a little less country twang?

Both are excellent albums, but if you don't want the "twang", I.cant help. I don't find anything they do be too twangy. I might classify it as Americana music. When I first started listening to them someone told me that it reminded them of early MMJ and they were correct. However, you may have different tastes.

Most of what I have heard isn't too twangy.  I was just wondering which of the two albums possessed less of it. 

From what I can tell by the small clips on iTunes, I'm leaning towards Baba Yaga.  The songs appear to be more expansive and complex, is this correct?  I want something juicy like Rollin' Back, or Steam Engine. 

Maybe you would be better served to go to a streaming service and listen to both of them. Music is so subjective. I don't think you are going to find anything like Steam Engine or Rolling Back, but We may be thinking along different lines. You should listen and judge for yourself.

Quote from: Fully on Jun 09, 2013, 07:04 PM
Maybe you would be better served to go to a streaming service and listen to both of them. Music is so subjective. I don't think you are going to find anything like Steam Engine or Rolling Back, but We may be thinking along different lines. You should listen and judge for yourself.

I grabbed their new one, and I'm digging it.

I don't necessarily mean something that sounds like those two songs, but something that has the reverby sound of Rollin Back, or the progressive layered build similar to Steam.

I'm aware that there is nothing else out there that sounds like steam engine.

Not familiar with their music at all, other than watching some of the clips in this thread.  They're playing in my town this Friday night, $8 and a 5 minute bike ride from my house.  Fired up to see them...love their sound. 

You'll enjoy it, WalterFredo!

Quote from: walterfredo on Jul 15, 2013, 04:29 PM
Not familiar with their music at all, other than watching some of the clips in this thread.  They're playing in my town this Friday night, $8 and a 5 minute bike ride from my house.  Fired up to see them...love their sound.

Have a great time man!  Bring your friends.  Sounds like they've had some trouble attracting attention on the left coast.  At $8, even if they play only a 60 minute set, truly a bargain.

They played a good two hours in SF last night.  And everyone in our group was completely blown away, jaws on the floor, totally bowled over by the awesomeness of what we had just witnessed.  I have been desperately trying to find a running pardner to come down to the Visalia show, but no luck so far.  Jaye should really go with me!!  I would even consider coming solo if the ac in my car hadn't broken last week!!  Walterfredo, you are going to love.  I've seen them three times and each time I am in disbelief afterwards.  It's really quite something.  They're magical.  They give it 1000% and rock it like it's nobody's business.

Went to the show in Visalia and hung out with Walterfredo and his wife.  Great peeps!  Barely anyone there but had an awesome time nonetheless.  LOVE this band!

Any Roll Callers going to their show @ The Parish in Austin on Aug 1st?

This will be my first time seeing them and I am really excited as I have missed them several times.

For people who have seen them, how are their shows? Their music is very chill on album but I feel like their energy is high on stage, is that true?

They definitely have great stage energy.  I thoroughly enjoyed their sound and their songs.  And they did a great cover of Neal Young's Unknown Legend.  Good times. 

thanks for taking care of my sis, walterfredo. 

In case some of you haven't checked some of these out, here's the recent NYC show from May this year.

EDIT:  Lol!  Gotta run and I forgot how to properly link archive urls.  The NYC recording on archive from May this year is excellent. 

Quote from: Ruckus on Jul 22, 2013, 03:21 PM
In case some of you haven't checked some of these out, here's the recent NYC show from May this year.

EDIT:  Lol!  Gotta run and I forgot how to properly link archive urls.  The NYC recording on archive from May this year is excellent.

"http://archive.org/details/futurebirds2013-05-31.nyctaper.flac16"    :beer:

Just wanted to add how awesome this band is!

Drove up from San Antonio to catch them in Austin and they lived up to the hype.  Great stage presence, great sound, & great songs, really enjoyed the show.  They even played a cover of 'Dead Flowers' by the Rolling Stones in the encore.

After the show I told the rhythm guitar player my 2.5 yr old sings 'Sam Jones' and he thought that was the greatest thing.   :thumbsup:

Quote from: vadermaul on Aug 02, 2013, 09:25 AM
Just wanted to add how awesome this band is!

Drove up from San Antonio to catch them in Austin and they lived up to the hype.  Great stage presence, great sound, & great songs, really enjoyed the show.  They even played a cover of 'Dead Flowers' by the Rolling Stones in the encore.

After the show I told the rhythm guitar player my 2.5 yr old sings 'Sam Jones' and he thought that was the greatest thing.   :thumbsup:

Yeah it was a really great show. The opening band, Diarrhea Planet was really fun too. They started a slight "mellow mosh" during their set.

The "Dead Flowers" Cover was awesome. Though Ski Chalet, with its jam in the middle and then when they went back into the chorus minutes later was the best part of the show for me.

I can't wait to see these guys again. I hope a taping surfaces of "Dead Flowers" at some point.

Quote from: justbcuzido on Aug 02, 2013, 10:24 AM

Quote from: vadermaul on Aug 02, 2013, 09:25 AM
Just wanted to add how awesome this band is!

Drove up from San Antonio to catch them in Austin and they lived up to the hype.  Great stage presence, great sound, & great songs, really enjoyed the show.  They even played a cover of 'Dead Flowers' by the Rolling Stones in the encore.

After the show I told the rhythm guitar player my 2.5 yr old sings 'Sam Jones' and he thought that was the greatest thing.   :thumbsup:

Yeah it was a really great show. The opening band, Diarrhea Planet was really fun too. They started a slight "mellow mosh" during their set.

The "Dead Flowers" Cover was awesome. Though Ski Chalet, with its jam in the middle and then when they went back into the chorus minutes later was the best part of the show for me.

I can't wait to see these guys again. I hope a taping surfaces of "Dead Flowers" at some point.

justbcuzido did you find the crowd kind of lame?  At one point it felt like half the crowd left.  Starting to notice Austin crowds are not what they use to be.  I don't go to many shows in Austin anymore but I'm starting to notice this trend. 

Yeah that Ski Chalet was epic!!  Was hoping for 'American Cowboy' but they played everything else I wanted to hear.

Quote from: vadermaul on Aug 02, 2013, 10:31 AM

Quote from: justbcuzido on Aug 02, 2013, 10:24 AM

Quote from: vadermaul on Aug 02, 2013, 09:25 AM
Just wanted to add how awesome this band is!

Drove up from San Antonio to catch them in Austin and they lived up to the hype.  Great stage presence, great sound, & great songs, really enjoyed the show.  They even played a cover of 'Dead Flowers' by the Rolling Stones in the encore.

After the show I told the rhythm guitar player my 2.5 yr old sings 'Sam Jones' and he thought that was the greatest thing.   :thumbsup:

Yeah it was a really great show. The opening band, Diarrhea Planet was really fun too. They started a slight "mellow mosh" during their set.

The "Dead Flowers" Cover was awesome. Though Ski Chalet, with its jam in the middle and then when they went back into the chorus minutes later was the best part of the show for me.

I can't wait to see these guys again. I hope a taping surfaces of "Dead Flowers" at some point.

justbcuzido did you find the crowd kind of lame?  At one point it felt like half the crowd left.  Starting to notice Austin crowds are not what they use to be.  I don't go to many shows in Austin anymore but I'm starting to notice this trend. 

Yeah that Ski Chalet was epic!!  Was hoping for 'American Cowboy' but they played everything else I wanted to hear.

I was actually on the rail. But every time I looked behind me, people looked subdued. Although, we did have some ass throw a beer can at my friends face, my friend proceeded to punch him in the face a couple times until it was broken up by his friends who apologized. The band actually stopped for a second in between songs and asked if everything was all good to which we gave a thumbs up and they started playing. The guy eventually apologized to my friend and I for being a dumb ass. LOL

I do tend to agree that most of the times, the crowds in Austin can be kinda lame.

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Just wanted to add how awesome this band is!

Drove up from San Antonio to catch them in Austin and they lived up to the hype.  Great stage presence, great sound, & great songs, really enjoyed the show.  They even played a cover of 'Dead Flowers' by the Rolling Stones in the encore.

After the show I told the rhythm guitar player my 2.5 yr old sings 'Sam Jones' and he thought that was the greatest thing.   :thumbsup:

Yeah it was a really great show. The opening band, Diarrhea Planet was really fun too. They started a slight "mellow mosh" during their set.

The "Dead Flowers" Cover was awesome. Though Ski Chalet, with its jam in the middle and then when they went back into the chorus minutes later was the best part of the show for me.

I can't wait to see these guys again. I hope a taping surfaces of "Dead Flowers" at some point.

justbcuzido did you find the crowd kind of lame?  At one point it felt like half the crowd left.  Starting to notice Austin crowds are not what they use to be.  I don't go to many shows in Austin anymore but I'm starting to notice this trend. 

Yeah that Ski Chalet was epic!!  Was hoping for 'American Cowboy' but they played everything else I wanted to hear.

I was actually on the rail. But every time I looked behind me, people looked subdued. Although, we did have some ass throw a beer can at my friends face, my friend proceeded to punch him in the face a couple times until it was broken up by his friends who apologized. The band actually stopped for a second in between songs and asked if everything was all good to which we gave a thumbs up and they started playing. The guy eventually apologized to my friend and I for being a dumb ass. LOL

I do tend to agree that most of the times, the crowds in Austin can be kinda lame.

LOL, I noticed that break in the set.  Glad that was resolved.  Some guy next to me flung is half empty beer in the crowd then turned to me & my friend, giving us its ok its a rock show look. 

Last time I was at the Parish was in 2003 to see My Morning Jacket for the 1st time as a headliner.  They opened w/ Easy Morning Rebel that night too! That venue has come a long way.  Sound and lights were really great.

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Just wanted to add how awesome this band is!

Drove up from San Antonio to catch them in Austin and they lived up to the hype.  Great stage presence, great sound, & great songs, really enjoyed the show.  They even played a cover of 'Dead Flowers' by the Rolling Stones in the encore.

After the show I told the rhythm guitar player my 2.5 yr old sings 'Sam Jones' and he thought that was the greatest thing.   :thumbsup:

Yeah it was a really great show. The opening band, Diarrhea Planet was really fun too. They started a slight "mellow mosh" during their set.

The "Dead Flowers" Cover was awesome. Though Ski Chalet, with its jam in the middle and then when they went back into the chorus minutes later was the best part of the show for me.

I can't wait to see these guys again. I hope a taping surfaces of "Dead Flowers" at some point.

justbcuzido did you find the crowd kind of lame?  At one point it felt like half the crowd left.  Starting to notice Austin crowds are not what they use to be.  I don't go to many shows in Austin anymore but I'm starting to notice this trend. 

Yeah that Ski Chalet was epic!!  Was hoping for 'American Cowboy' but they played everything else I wanted to hear.

I was actually on the rail. But every time I looked behind me, people looked subdued. Although, we did have some ass throw a beer can at my friends face, my friend proceeded to punch him in the face a couple times until it was broken up by his friends who apologized. The band actually stopped for a second in between songs and asked if everything was all good to which we gave a thumbs up and they started playing. The guy eventually apologized to my friend and I for being a dumb ass. LOL

I do tend to agree that most of the times, the crowds in Austin can be kinda lame.

LOL, I noticed that break in the set.  Glad that was resolved.  Some guy next to me flung is half empty beer in the crowd then turned to me & my friend, giving us its ok its a rock show look. 

Last time I was at the Parish was in 2003 to see My Morning Jacket for the 1st time as a headliner.  They opened w/ Easy Morning Rebel that night too! That venue has come a long way.  Sound and lights were really great.

Yeah way too many "Bro" types there (which was weird considering the band). Was the Parish called "The Mercury Lounge" back then? If so, fucking epic show. I have a bootleg DVD of that concert. The Phone Went West was probably the best version I had ever seen up until Red Rocks last summer. You are lucky as hell to have gone!

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Just wanted to add how awesome this band is!

Drove up from San Antonio to catch them in Austin and they lived up to the hype.  Great stage presence, great sound, & great songs, really enjoyed the show.  They even played a cover of 'Dead Flowers' by the Rolling Stones in the encore.

After the show I told the rhythm guitar player my 2.5 yr old sings 'Sam Jones' and he thought that was the greatest thing.   :thumbsup:

Yeah it was a really great show. The opening band, Diarrhea Planet was really fun too. They started a slight "mellow mosh" during their set.

The "Dead Flowers" Cover was awesome. Though Ski Chalet, with its jam in the middle and then when they went back into the chorus minutes later was the best part of the show for me.

I can't wait to see these guys again. I hope a taping surfaces of "Dead Flowers" at some point.

justbcuzido did you find the crowd kind of lame?  At one point it felt like half the crowd left.  Starting to notice Austin crowds are not what they use to be.

All the crowds have been weird, sparse, or lame.  SF show was well attended, but these guys have not caught on yet, to say the least.  They are critics' darlings but they don't have a huge fan base yet.  I think I need to talk to my friend at Jam On and get him to start playing them!!

Four songs from a recent HearYa live session: 

http://www.hearya.com/2013/08/01/futurebirds-live-session-116/ (http://www.hearya.com/2013/08/01/futurebirds-live-session-116/)

Futurebirds at One Eyed Jacks 4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83vKthlSh1E#ws)

So many guitars I don't know where to look...  Good GAWD they're having a good time, aren't they?!?

Daytrotter session...

http://www.daytrotter.com/# (http://www.daytrotter.com/#)!/concert/futurebirds/20056834-51530

Now that OBH is over and no MMJ shows on the horizon, time to bump up some "other music". 

Go see Futurebirds!!  SF show was amazing - even better than last year's show.  Not a lot of bands have 3 great singers who can do harmonies as well as the ultimate secret weapon - pedal steel!   Plus they're super nice guys. 

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Saw them in Charlotte last week. First time seeing them. They were amazing. Was hoping for but did not get Happy Animals or Megachills but this did not detract from the show at all.

The Visualite in Charlotte is a great little venue. Was lucky to snag front row, eye level seating in front of the very small pit area. All the new songs were great probably got 4 or 5. They also covered Neil Youngs Unknown Legend which blew my mind away. Closed their set with Wild Heart which was also incredible.

Will see them again when they swing by my home front in Pawtucket, RI. See them if you get a chance probably my favorite newer band of the past 3 years.

Pre-ordered the new album. Can't Wait!

Wolof7,
The Futurebirds are coming back to the Visulite on March 15.  Just saw it today on their website.

I just discovered these guys, thanks to this forum.  I'm listening to Baba Yaga right now.  I can definitely hear Athens GA.  Now I need to go find their other albums.  :drum:

If I were staying home tonight I would gladly pay $3.50 for this live stream HD show!

https://www.tourpedo.com/shows/futurebirds (https://www.tourpedo.com/shows/futurebirds)

I recorded this show if anyone wants to see it.

Quote from: Hawkeye on Jun 02, 2014, 09:52 AM
I recorded this show if anyone wants to see it.

Hey Hawk!  I'm definitely interested.  I would have tuned in if I wasn't at Blitzen Trapper at Gabe's that night.  Are you uploading it to YouTube or a file sharing site?  Appreciate it!

I'm not sure yet...I probably won't be able to get to it until tomorrow night...class tonight from 6-10PM.  And I haven't sat down and re-watched it, but from skimming through it, I'm pretty sure it recorded with few hitches...I was concerned at first!  I tried it on two computers...one worked, one did not.  The sound is not synced very well with the video for the first song but I think it straightens out after that.  Will keep you posted.  Watching this show was my consolation prize for not getting to go out Friday night...pretty cool that they made this available.  I would definitely use this type of streaming service (Tourpedo) again to see live shows!

Hey, I'm back.  Thanks, Yac, for the nudge!  :thumbsup:

Watched and the show was great.  Sound was off for the first song, but yes, evened out after that.  Too bad they streamed from a show with no one.  I've seen them in a room full of 300 people and a room of 6 people.  I just wish they'd draw a bigger crowd wherever they go.  They so deserve it.  Their sets could definitely stand to be about 30 mins longer, at least.  If they did that and brought it every night, they might be drawing more peeps to the shows.

Good to see you here, Jenny!

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Hey, I'm back.  Thanks, Yac, for the nudge!  :thumbsup:

Watched and the show was great.  Sound was off for the first song, but yes, evened out after that.  Too bad they streamed from a show with no one.  I've seen them in a room full of 300 people and a room of 6 people.  I just wish they'd draw a bigger crowd wherever they go.  They so deserve it.  Their sets could definitely stand to be about 30 mins longer, at least.  If they did that and brought it every night, they might be drawing more peeps to the shows.

Well they definitely brought it last night! Saw them at Rough Trade, a fairly new venue, in Brooklyn and there were probably aroud 200 people there, by no means packed. 'Ski Chalet' is like a perfect live song. They have this long breakdown where they go into another song than go right back into the end of Ski Chalet, I remember thinking how many other bands, bigger bands too, wish they could pull off a performance like that. You're right though, definitely could have been a longer set. They played for about an hour fifteen, and that's only because they came out for one last song after they left and everyone started doing the Tomahawk Chop. They seemed pretty stoked about that..

saw these dudes on Friday, got to chat with Carter and Daniel.  They played some great new songs and played a new(ish) cover of Brooks and Dunn's Neon Moon.  It was a great cover, found this on youtube but the version they played included the whole band.

http://youtu.be/CgoIAFe0qeQ (http://youtu.be/CgoIAFe0qeQ)

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saw these dudes on Friday, got to chat with Carter and Daniel.  They played some great new songs and played a new(ish) cover of Brooks and Dunn's Neon Moon.  It was a great cover, found this on youtube but the version they played included the whole band.

http://youtu.be/CgoIAFe0qeQ (http://youtu.be/CgoIAFe0qeQ)

THAT was awesome, thanks.

New album "Hotel Parties" out 9/25.

Anyone hear/have any thoughts on the new tracks?

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New album "Hotel Parties" out 9/25.

Anyone hear/have any thoughts on the new tracks?

that "for you" track sounds very cool. seen these guys 5 times, all insanely rockin shows

Went through Hotel Parties twice so far. I had high expectations considering Baba Yaga was probably my favorite album of 2013 and one of my favorites in recent memory. It's not bad, but not the greatness I was hoping for. Definitely several solid tunes, but the songwriting isn't nearly as strong as the last album imo. The last few songs feel especially blah. Maybe it will grow on me some more, but right now it feels like a 7/10.

Ran through it again. I dunno what I was listening to before, I was probably distracted. The back end is solid too. A couple slow burners, I think that's what threw me off. People should enjoy this album.

http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2015/09/album-stream-futurebirds-hotel-parties.html

album is streaming!

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http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2015/09/album-stream-futurebirds-hotel-parties.html

album is streaming!

Thanks! I am really liking it. Hopefully they add some Texas dates soon. Can't wait to see them again.

Solid album. I dig their other 2 albums better but it is still a very solid effort. Loving 27 and Rodeo. Rest has to grow a bit, esp the last 2 slow burns which will likely be my favorites in time.. 8/10

Quote from: wolof7 on Sep 28, 2015, 06:36 PM
Solid album. I dig their other 2 albums better but it is still a very solid effort. Loving 27 and Rodeo. Rest has to grow a bit, esp the last 2 slow burns which will likely be my favorites in time.. 8/10

Got mine in the mail a few days ago, but haven't had a chance to give it a good listen.  Appreciate the nudge your review provides.

I've put this record on a couple of times over the weekend but I haven't really sat down and really listened to it properly yet. 

I did like what I was hearing though and I think it is a solid album. 

Going to see them in Cleveland in November which will be my 3rd time seeing them live!   :beer:

Paranoia letters is a great opener, subtle but effective. This album is definitely a grower.

Hard As You Like = High Time by G. Dead at times.

Quote from: johnnYYac on Oct 03, 2015, 02:55 PM
Hard As You Like = High Time by G. Dead at times.

I thought the same thing!  Great minds...  :beer:

seeing them in Birmingham on thursday, really awesome venue. anyone thats close come by and say whats up!

Great writeup on the recent show in DC

http://livemusicdaily.com/2015/10/12/futurebirds-psychedelic-space-country-hotel-parties-engulf-the-black-cat-in-dc/

Damn, that review makes me want to see them BAD!  Too bad they aren't coming to my crappy state.  :angry:

the show in birmingham tonight was just....WOW!!! seen them 7 times and this was by far the most interactive and crazy show i had seen. absolutely unbelievable

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setlist from montgomery tonight.

Encore
Ski Chalet > Rocks off > Ski chalet

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Birmingham Last night

Add in a MONSTER "Dig" before that line and a "Ski chalet" at the end

Rocks Off, nice!  (Stones cover, I'm assuming?)

I love Rodeo.

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setlist from montgomery tonight.

Encore
Ski Chalet > Rocks off > Ski chalet

Sick! Both of their great covers (Wild Heart, Neon Moon) plus Tan Lines, Death Awaits, Serial Bowls and Ski Chalet!

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setlist from montgomery tonight.

Encore
Ski Chalet > Rocks off > Ski chalet

Sick! Both of their great covers (Wild Heart, Neon Moon) plus Tan Lines, Death Awaits, Serial Bowls and Ski Chalet!

and unknown legend! (neil young cover)

so Jacket fans are Jacket Junkies, what does that make Futurebirds fans?

Egg heads

If you are a Roky Erickson fan, the FBs covered him on Holloween and here is the audio link.....

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ujyz8naqf30589n/Halloween-Futurebirds.mp3?dl=0

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If you are a Roky Erickson fan, the FBs covered him on Holloween and here is the audio link.....

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ujyz8naqf30589n/Halloween-Futurebirds.mp3?dl=0

thats tight. glad to see a decent number of birds fans here. going to see them close out their tour friday in atlanta with @wcazcooper95!!

Hi everyone,

Saw the Futurebirds in Ausitn over the weekend.  Really great show and crowded!  Love to see the success for these guys.

One thing of note, there Steel Pedal player (Dennis Love) wasn't there for the show.  Is everything ok?  That steel pedal is such a huge part of their sound.  I hoping he's still with the band.....

Quote from: vadermaul on Jan 25, 2016, 11:19 AM
Hi everyone,

Saw the Futurebirds in Ausitn over the weekend.  Really great show and crowded!  Love to see the success for these guys.

One thing of note, there Steel Pedal player (Dennis Love) wasn't there for the show.  Is everything ok?  That steel pedal is such a huge part of their sound.  I hoping he's still with the band.....

really? thats odd. im good buddies with 2 of the members. ill try and see whats up....youre right, hes a HUGE part of the band.

^^^Really interested if all is well?  I should've ask one of the guys or souviner guys but I was a few drinks in and happy, lol

I saw a picture of there Dallas show & he wasn't on stage for that show either  :undecided:


Because of the show being a Saturday night I brought about 8 friends to the show & they all enjoyed it.  I felt they were a little cheated without that golden steel pedal.  But still a great show.

I'm friends with one of the songwriters and guitarists of Futurebirds and asked him about the steel pedal player, D Love. He said everything is fine within the band, but D Love had a family emergency he had to take care of the past couple of days. he should be returning to the tour shortly. you guys had me scared for just a second

Quote from: wcazcooper95 on Jan 26, 2016, 10:55 AM
I'm friends with one of the songwriters and guitarists of Futurebirds and asked him about the steel pedal player, D Love. He said everything is fine within the band, but D Love had a family emergency he had to take care of the past couple of days. he should be returning to the tour shortly. you guys had me scared for just a second

yep hes got it covered^

Bump. I kinda lost track of these guys after Hotel Parties. Looks like they were in the studio in the fall, so I'm guessing a new LP is coming this year. From recent pics it looks like they have a new drummer? And did they lose the pedal steel player after all?

Quote from: Osistheones on Jan 22, 2019, 10:26 PM
Bump. I kinda lost track of these guys after Hotel Parties. Looks like they were in the studio in the fall, so I'm guessing a new LP is coming this year. From recent pics it looks like they have a new drummer? And did they lose the pedal steel player after all?

last i knew was "early 2019" on a new album.

I just saw them last Saturday in Oxford, MS and they tore it up, like they always do. They do have a new drummer (Jeff) after Johnny Colorado hung it up, and they have never replaced the pedal steel man, though they have had guys sit in on occasion. Most notably at their recent anniversary show in Athens, Robb.

I always forget to ask about the new record but I'll see if I can't find some intel.

Quote from: Crispy on Jan 23, 2019, 04:09 PM
I just saw them last Saturday in Oxford, MS and they tore it up, like they always do. They do have a new drummer (Jeff) after Johnny Colorado hung it up, and they have never replaced the pedal steel man, though they have had guys sit in on occasion. Most notably at their recent anniversary show in Athens, Robb.

I always forget to ask about the new record but I'll see if I can't find some intel.

They recently released Portico (Vol 1 & 2) together on a 12".  Sounds pretty rad.

I saw Womack & Cartez on their living room tour this weekend. Carter told me their album will be out sometime this year.

I'm pretty sure Carl is involved in this album.  This is all judging from their IG, so not sure if he is producing it or just guesting on it, but he was there in the studio with them.  Love that

Carl STAYS working hard

Quote from: parkervb on May 22, 2019, 09:03 AMCarl STAYS working hard

Isn't this the truth. The guy just loves music and loves helping others make it.
I already have tickets to see him with Tyler Ramsey and Ray LaMontagne this year but I'd add Futurebirds to list if need be.  :thumbsup:

the birds rule

Quote from: SplatSplatSplat on Jun 04, 2019, 10:04 PMthe birds rule

I totally second this!!!!
Saw them a few months back at the Beat Kitchen in Chicago. Small club on a Saturday night, and the place was half full. I don't get how they don't have a bigger following as they make killer fucking, and sometimes spacey, music.
Futurebirds and the Felice Brothers should tour together. Hard working musicians who touch on various genres of music.

New single coming out tomorrow http://www.futurebirdsmusic.com/

Listened to My Broken Arm this morning for the first time, and DIG IT!!!!

Is this the song that Carl plays the pedal steel?

https://www.jambase.com/article/futurebirds-10-years-of-touring

New single Trippin' on Spotify

Curious to see if Teamwork comes out by year end. I wonder what the hold up has been. Label issues? A few months ago Thomas said it was coming in the fall and I saw November mentioned somewhere, but it sure has been quiet aside from the 2 singles.

Right there with you...  Been patiently waiting.  Heard a few unknown songs at the last couple shows I went to, think it will be an extremely strong record (whenever it comes out...)

New single and album out 1/15/20

https://liveforlivemusic.com/features/futurebirds-waiting-call-video-2019/?fbclid=IwAR2BAmV5AGXeESeFSQCZ7WD7eK0TEIYoLciaMhyK3UHS_nqIy-3vqXhBGVY

Looks like they're doing a mini OBH next year in NC. Pretty cool.

Quote from: Osistheones on Nov 06, 2019, 08:53 PMLooks like they're doing a mini OBH next year in NC. Pretty cool.

Any details?

https://www.futurebirds.colortestmerch.com/collections/teamwork-pre-order/products/pilot-cove-cabin-bundle-teamwork-pre-order

Thanks O.  That actually looks pretty cool.

Carl joined Futurebirds on stage last night in Denver to help out on Powderfinger! Maybe if we're lucky Rizzosgirl will share the video that she captured of it.  :cheesy:

Aha, here we go: 

That's awesome. I seen Ray Lamontagne was in Denver over the weekend so no surprise Carl showed up at this show. Has anybody seen Ray and Carl's show yet? I'm going to see them in Seattle this weekend and can't be more excited!

The new LP is out. It's pretty good, maybe a little spotty on the back half. Lots and lots of horns which is a cool new twist, but also I miss the stank of their earlier stuff. I initially really enjoyed Thomas' songs on here, was a tad disappointed with Daniel's songs. Will probably grow on me as their past releases have.

I really like the 4 tunes that had already been released. I need to listen to the rest a few more times.

Full band livestream tomorrow night and they also pressed Hampton's Lullaby

finally listened to this over the weekend. Pretty solid, some classic Futurebirds stuff with a few new twists in there.

New EP with Carl out next week!

Quote from: Cameron on Jul 22, 2021, 07:07 PMNew EP with Carl out next week!

Can't wait!

Excited for new Futurebirds tunes!  :bath:

If anyone has not seen this video, here is one I captured from way back in 2014.

https://youtu.be/L0iRpphoXug

jamming this jawn rn

Quote from: Cameron on Jul 22, 2021, 07:07 PMNew EP with Carl out next week!

this EP is awesome

Very cool!  Please post so it reminds me to check it out in case I forget.

the Carl sung tune "Blue Eyed Girl" is so good, big fan of "College Try" as well. I could have seen Jacket performing "Blue Eyed Girl"

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Quote from: SplatSplatSplat on Jun 04, 2019, 10:04 PMthe birds rule

I totally second this!!!!
Saw them a few months back at the Beat Kitchen in Chicago. Small club on a Saturday night, and the place was half full. I don't get how they don't have a bigger following as they make killer fucking, and sometimes spacey, music.
Futurebirds and the Felice Brothers should tour together. Hard working musicians who touch on various genres of music.

Dude, when they come through my town, it's literally like 15 people there. A fucking crime against humanity.  Considering we are in the South and these boys have a pretty good southern rock sound and are fucking excellent live, i'm amazed no one shows up to their shows. People around here will bitch and complain about a lack of good live music, which is mostly warranted, but absolutely do not turn up or even try out new stuff.

They do really well here in Austin but we haven't gotten a show for a while.

Love these guys. Even when it's just Cartez & Womack it's a great time. Too bad Jacket hasn't given them some shine with an OBH invite. Thought the EP with Carl was a bit disappointing. But yeah the attention to amount of good music ratio is way off.

Make sure you check out their solo stuff too, both Womz and Carter's.
Love the Futurebirds!
Join the "BirdFam" on Facebook if you have not already!

Where am I? What is going on?  :cheesy:

Blast from the past

Futurebirds & Carl Broemel - "Buffet Days"

I haven't listened to them before - Which album would you recommend I start with?  Thanks!

Quote from: ChiefOKONO on Jul 21, 2022, 12:29 PMI haven't listened to them before - Which album would you recommend I start with?  Thanks!

I like Hotel Parties myself.

Teamwork is my favorite. Looking forward to seeing them again in the fall.

Quote from: rkwedge on Jul 21, 2022, 12:51 PM

Quote from: ChiefOKONO on Jul 21, 2022, 12:29 PMI haven't listened to them before - Which album would you recommend I start with?  Thanks!

I like Hotel Parties myself.

I'll second Hotel Parties

Since I am a fan of hotel parties in general, I have a good feeling about the album, thank you :)

This new Futurebirds/Carl album is a continuation of an EP they did together in 2021. It was only 4 songs, this one is "The Carl Song"

Hotel Parties is probably my least favorite. Still good. Keep on flappin.

Is there a 21st century group that has as many good pipes in the group as these guys? Love their voices individually and how they blend. Just found they did this session with Carl.

Nice find Come Closer, that's really good. I agree with you on how well these guys voices blend.

Assuming it's long gone by now, but anyone know if Exhume is still out there? I remember it was available as a free download at one point way back when.

Second song released. "Sinz and Frenz"

I like this band a lot

Quote from: Ruckus on Apr 03, 2023, 03:26 PMI like this band a lot

Me three

they're not bad!  Thanks Ruckus!

It's been too long since I've been able to catch one of their live shows!  I'm really jonesin' for a Futurebirds show!!!

Here's a fun Red Rocks video from 2022.  Anyone have a track list for this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DgamEmuSLM

Anybody have spare tickets for their Oct 2 show at the Atlantis in DC?

Quote from: sreill3 on Sep 26, 2023, 12:00 PMAnybody have spare tickets for their Oct 2 show at the Atlantis in DC?

Hi!

Quote from: MMJCOBRA on Sep 26, 2023, 12:13 PM

Quote from: sreill3 on Sep 26, 2023, 12:00 PMAnybody have spare tickets for their Oct 2 show at the Atlantis in DC?

Hi!

What up Cobra!

Co-headline tour with The Nude Party just announced!

That's awesome!  I don't think I'll be able to go this time but I definitely would love to see them!

Quote from: Cameron on Nov 07, 2023, 01:45 PMCo-headline tour with The Nude Party just announced!

Saw Futurebirds for the first time last night. So much fun. Show was at Headliners in Louisville and had to be almost sold out.

I really only have been listening to the live album with Carl but really like what I know so far.

This was a fun tour with both Futurebirds and The Nude Party. This was also the last night of the tour so there were many sit ins throughout the night.

For the encore both bands plus the openers Fontayne were all on stage for Bertha and Sympathy For the Devil.

Great time.

Quote from: LBSUNFLWR on Mar 10, 2024, 01:17 PMSaw Futurebirds for the first time last night. So much fun. Show was at Headliners in Louisville and had to be almost sold out.

I really only have been listening to the live album with Carl but really like what I know so far.

This was a fun tour with both Futurebirds and The Nude Party. This was also the last night of the tour so there were many sit ins throughout the night.

For the encore both bands plus the openers Fontayne were all on stage for Bertha and Sympathy For the Devil.

Great time.

I was tempted to pull the trigger and get tix for this show as it was the closest they came to Ohio on this tour but ended up not doing it.  Sounds like it was a good show!

Hopefully they will hit us up for an Ohio show on the next tour!!!  :beer:

Hopefully! I'd certainly drive up to Cincinnati to see them.