Blues

From Bonnaroo to the 10,000 Lakes Festival, Turbine has quickly gained a devoted audience who have come to expect the unexpected. Chosen by Relix Magazine as “Artists on the Verge", they can scratch like a DJ with their harmonicas, turn an electric guitar into a silver fiddle, and sing three-part harmonies over wild, high-energy sci-fi rock soundscapes.

Hailing from New York City, Turbine has graced the stage at almost every major festival across the country including Bonnaroo, Wakarusa, 10K Lakes, Gathering of the Vibes, and Telluride Nightgrass just to name a few. They have also been fortunate enough to perform with many influential bands including Del McCoury Band, Benevento-Russo Duo, and moe.

Playing the harmonica and acoustic guitar at the same time, Ryan Rightmire has rocketed this classic folk combo into the 21st century. He manipulates effects that can turn his harmonica into an organ, and even a turntable. Now endorsed by Hohner, Ryan has been to known to wow audiences with his ability to play the harmonica with a balloon. Jeremy Hilliard, in addition to being a prolific songwriter, brings an explosive electric guitar style steeped in the blues and roots traditions of the south. Jeremy moved to NYC from Virginia to pursue a music career, and happened to move next door to Ryan. They soon formed Turbine as a duo, and released their first album “Don’t Mind if I Should.” After adding a rhythm section including Justin Kimmel on bass they recorded “Reward” to critical praise. With Justin’s ability to seamlessly play any style and sing, their three-part harmonies became a signature aspect of their new songwriting style. Their newest member, Octavio Salman, was born in El Salvador and brings a fiery approach to the drums that you’ll just have to see to believe.

In 2010 Turbine released its first official live album. It includes eight tracks highlighting their 2009 Summer Tour. Spanning their first two albums, as well as a sneak peak into their forthcoming studio release, this live document allows new listeners to hear what their fans have known for some time.. these songs, much like their makers, are hard to forget!
 

"In Search Of...", TTC's second CD on Harmonized Records impresses with an eclectic selection of originals influenced by Funk, Jazz, Progressive, Blues and improvisational Rock. "In Search Of." was recorded at iMusicast Studios in Oakland, CA and remixed/mastered at Skyline Studios by Grammy Award winning Rock 'n Roll engineer Michael Rosen (Santana, Joe Satriani, Huey Lewis). Released in February '02, TTC's inaugural CD "Just Like in the Old Country" offers a studio/live mix highlighting the band's eclectic array of jams.

Their critically acclaimed debut One Fine Color (2006), has now been followed-up by a new album--Patience on Friday-- that weaves heartfelt, poignant and even somewhat humorous songs of loss and renewal, of growing up and moving on, into one cohesive collection of music. The sonically rich and eclectic songs range from ragtime Americana to folk and rock croonings and modern day R&B. It is all tied together thematically through Montbleau's lyrics. Strong press, radio, concert sales, album sales and MySpace presence keep this young band and their loyal following growing fast.

Having spent years exploring the inner workings Jazz, Funk, Blues, Latin and Electronica, the modern sound of Nucleus is a rock and roll power trio with a twist. One of the most innovative and trailblazing bands on the up-and-coming national scene, Nucleus is no stranger to the road. Known for their relentless coast-to-coast excursions, the years of solid playing in so many places have given the band an expansive palette to fuel their musical progression. With many well known festival appearances on the horizon and a groundbreaking new album The Art of Reaching, Nucleus is poised to make a lasting impression on the grassroots music scene and beyond. While The Art of Reaching is Nucleus' fourth official release, it is also the first studio release since 2001 and thus captures alot of the progression and evolution the band has gone through in the last four years. Based around the vocal rock trio format but enhanced with horns, keyboards and studio wizardry, The Art of Reaching creates its own unique musical world within the sacred architecture of a classic rock and roll album.

NM's unique style blends free-flying rock with acoustic stylings, tight vocal harmonies and lyrical songcraft. With a fearless pioneering spirit, they've become one of the most cutting edge bands on the scene today.

"New Monsoon was formed around Bo Carper's acoustic finger-style picking and the sharp, driving leads of electric guitarist Jeff Miller. The interplay of warm acoustic tones and charged electric bite-born from a shared love of Led Zeppelin III-has remained at the heart of its sound through various line-up changes, now a streamlined quintet with Phil Ferlino (keyboards), Marshall Harrell (bass) and Sean Hutchinson (drums). New Monsoon is built on the pillars of the 60's SF scene-a healthy dose of improvisation, a psychedelic character and a broad stylistic reach-without expressly emulating anyone" - Dennis Cook, Relix Magazine

"They have a collective power that comes off as a real unified force on stage..It's not just a band, you know? It's something transcendental" -Michael Shrieve

New Monsoon has shared the stage with heavyweight guests Mike Stern (Miles Davis), the late, great Martin Fierro (Zero, Legion of Mary), Steve Kimock, and Tim Carbone (Railroad Earth), to name a few.They've toured with String Cheese Incident, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Umphrey's McGee (Big Summer Classic Tour), supported Moe, The Wailers, etc and are a featured headliner in venues such as the Fillmore (SF), Gothic Theater (Denver), and Warehouse Live (Houston). They are also a perennial favorite of the festival circuit including marquee festivals like Bonnaroo, Wakarusa, Langerado, High Sierra, Telluride Bluegrass, Austin City Limits and many others.

The band's quality associations continue with their recorded output. 2007's "V" was produced by longtime Grateful Dead sound engineer John Cutler, and 2005's "The Sound" was helmed by original Santana percussionist Michael Shrieve and Paul Kimble (Grant Lee Buffalo, Luna).

"Fluid flights emerge from many of the album's (New Monsoon V) best tracks-vivid songwriting fuseed with reemerging themes of search and discovery-they hang humbly from well-fortified compositions." -Jamie Lee, Relix Magazine

"This diverse cast of coconspirators speaks to the range and simmering possibilities within New Monsoon's framework, a creative space that embraces instrumentals as well as dead solid songcraft. They are comfortable with complex, genre-scuttling wordless fare that blends World music with heavy metal and Nashville pickin' but is equally at home with road tales that drag us to "Alaska" or up "On The Sun" with words that echo the encompassing good will and philosophy of Robert Hunter and Jerry Garcia." -Dennis Cook

Their new album, aptly titled "New Monsoon Live," was recorded during an epic 3 night run in Texas last September. Building upon their most successful studio album to date, "New Monsoon V," this live two-CD set is the band's first official release from the current 5-piece line-up, and their first live album since 2004. New Monsoon Live captures the band reaching one of their highest emotional, technical, and musical peaks.

"New Monsoon Live is defined by its powerful melodic sense and commitment to the spirit of the songs. The jam or solo always serves the song, not the other way around. There is no aimless noodling to be found here, no wasted notes." -Rob Johnson, Hittin' the Note

Allen’s strong vocals and ability to compose and perform stellar guitar-driven tracks has garnered praise and has earned him comparisons to guitar legends SRV, Eric Clapton, John Scofield and Trey Anastasio. To no surprise, each of these legends has influenced his playing since he first picked up the guitar at 8-years old. Live performances are laced with improvisation and experimentation and feature Allen's strong vocals and ability to perform captivating lead and rhythm guitar parts.  The MAB is a “must see” and “must hear” band.  Max's last two albums, Earthwalker and That's Why each provide a highly enjoyable and solid variety of music.

Winners of the Boston Music Award for the "BEST LIVE SHOW" in New England the critics had lots to say about this release. "Picture if you will, summer at its best. The whole deal - frozen margaritas, sand between your toes, sun on your face..... Imagine if you could bottle that. Now go pick up "Can U Get It" and tell me if it isn't damn close."- Meghan Sheehan, Northeast Performer. "The new CD(Can U Get It) Zips along like a lively summit conference between The Dave Matthews Band and Little Feat, with African Drumming and enviromentally concious lyrics as well." - Steve Morse, The Boston Globe " Vineyards Entrain is enroute to huge success...with their ability to reliably merge funk, rock, reggae, swamp and worldbeat rhythms into a sweaty good time."- The Boston Herald.

Kenny Oliverio (upright bass, vocals) is the newest addition to the band, playing upright bass; he fills the shoes of Duke Bardwell (former bass player for Elvis Presley) who was very instrumental in getting Dread Clampitt where they are today. Helping to mold the music and lives of the guys, they call him the Godfather. The music, dubbed "hipbilly" by Balder Saunders, combines Bluegrass, Blues, Rock & Roll, Louisiana Bayou Funk & Swamp music with a heavy reliance on Jazz rhythms. It's a difficult sound to describe, so we suggest taking a minute to listen to what they have to offer. The lyrics are clever and often heartfelt. They combine a mixture of humor with a real outlook at the world and the people and places around them.