Tickets to this show at the gorgeous amphitheater go on sale tomorrow 2/7

at 10 am Mountain time! Hop on and get yourself a few! All tickets General Admission #amoslee #dillonamphitheater #dilloncolorado #singersongwriters #indieartists #womeninmusic #duo #georgiamusicians #inconcert #livemusic #ontour #onstage #coloradomusicscene #GOAT #bestof2024

Van Morrison - Avalon Sunset

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Norman Greenbaum

Wie ein Mantel legt sich um mich

Sanft und schwer die Einsamkeit

Und mein Blut ist ruhig und kalt

In mir wächst Gelassenheit

Raben fliegen scharenweise

Der Adler fliegt allein ins Licht

Und nur ein Narr braucht die Gesellschaft

Ich brauch das alles nicht

Navigating the Discography of Pinegrove

Pinegrove’s Discography in chronological order (for reference):

Everything so Far (2015)

Cardinal (2016)

Audiotree Live (2016)

Skylight (2018)

Marigold (2020)

Amperland, NY (2021)

11:11 (2022)

Hailing from Montclair, New Jersey, Pinegrove falls somewhere between indie-rock and folk. Their discography (in chronological order) begins with Everything so Far, which is not so much an album as it is a dump of “everything [they had created] so far”. Many of the songs, on what we’ll call their debut compilation, were later rerecorded and released on their following two albums, Cardinal and Skylight. When compared, it seems the songs tend to age really well. The confidence gained by the entire band between 2015 and 2016 is remarkably evident in the contrast between Everything so Far and Cardinal. Even their live performance on Audiotree is exemplary of their gained confidence. The way that Evan Stephens Hall sings “I’m out” in “Need 2” on the recording from Everything so Far has nothing on the energy exuded in the Audiotree performance when Hall yells “I’M OUT” (it's enough to send shivers down your spine). It’s almost as if we can see him finally taking over his life; THIS time he really is out. “Angelina” is another great example of this across the board as it appears on Everything so Far, their Audiotree session, and Skylight. Their first recording of the song is still a fantastic. It holds a more raw (almost demo-ey), folky feel, but against the bands’ following two recordings, both from 2016 and 2018, the latter are more substantial. Seeing the band come into their own isn’t something that’s always easily seen in many band discogs simply because they usually produce one studio version of a song and call it a day. Pinegrove’s habit of rerecording and rereleasing songs allows for a more intimate listener-artist experience. It can become a very personal experience to become that acquainted with an artist as to hear them play the same song differently 2-3 different times.

Despite my describing the bands' early-early work as more folk-influenced, their broader discography across albums becomes more folky with age. I draw the line between Skylight and Marigold. In many of the songs on Marigold, it’s clear the feel has shifted from their early work, while still maintaining and showcasing the fantastic songwriting of Pinegrove’s front-man, Evan Stephens Hall. The banjo and lap-steel come through much more frequently in later albums (the lap-steel in “Phase” is phenomenal). While listening to many of the songs, I can't help but expect to hear mandolin- it would certainly fit the palette. In no way is Pinegrove another Lord Huron or Mumford & Sons. They have a more unique sound, which I believe comes from their experience writing and playing heavier music like they did in the beginning. Reference 1:54 in “Cadmium”- the guitar chugging is something few and far between in their later work (“Phase” and “Habitat” are exceptions to this). Even though they trade in their chugging guitar parts for banjo and lap-steel, it’s evident that they’re guided by the Hall’s songwriting, which keeps it in the realm of “Pinegrove”. 

It's songs like "Cadmium," "Portal," and "Recycling" that gave the band their break. Their claim to fame was their early indie-rock works, and it seemed to legitimize and allow them to mature and move into the new persona taken on in their more recent music.

In 2021, Pinegrove released a movie along with another compilation of songs (some new, and many existing repertoire). The movie is essentially a recording of all of the songs on the compilation released with it. The songs are tied loosely together by a plot concerning a mission to locate a Sloth named Lincoln who had gone missing. It all takes place in and around a studio somewhere in upstate New York. Inside the studio, each band member's area is designated by a certain color that also matches their outfit. The whole thing seems very thought out and purposeful. The hour and twenty minutes is well worth it to watch the movie… 

After Amperland, NY, came 11:11, Pinegrove’s most recent album from this year. Yet again, the song-writing (as I’ve been saying) remains consistent in quality, and the folk influence intensifies. 11:11 features a few more slow songs than we’re used to hearing compared to previous albums. 

Pinegrove’s discography is rich with great music, whether you’re looking more for indie-rock or folk-rock. Seldom does a band have such a robust repertoire that also maintains quality and consistency. Whatever the band chooses to take on is always done really well, and their transformation towards folk-rock is beautifully shown in a gradient of sound palette across albums. 

If nothing else, Pinegrove is just another band representing suburban New Jersey- something relatable for many. One can almost hear Montclair in their music. Now, go spend a few hours and explore all of this on your own- get acquainted. Happy listening...

📣 We did a new podcast interview w/ The Rant in support of our new album + upcoming show at Carolina Indie Fest 🎧 listen link via @therantnc —May 12 SANFORD NC @ Carolina Indie Fest, Sanford NC —MAY 13 HUNTERSVILLE NC @ NC Brewers & Music Fest —MAY 26 EASTON MD @ The Avalon Theatre —MAY 27 VIENA VA @ Avett Fan Meetup w/ Paleface @ Jammin Java —JUN 1 NEWPORT KY Paleface @ Southgate House Revival —JUN 2 FRANKFORT KY @ Locals —JUN 3 MADISON IN @ Paleface @ RiverRoots Revival — JUN 5 LOUISVILLE KY @ PORTAL at Fifteen Twelve —JUN 16 SILER CITY NC @ Concert & Art Show Opening @ NC Arts Incubator —JUN 23 BLACK MOUNTAIN NC @ Roadmaster Stage — JUL 7 CRAMERTON NC @ Confluence —JUL 8 LANSING NC @ The Primavera Roadhouse —JUL 16 WILLIAMSPORT PA @ Bullfrog Brewery And more being added… @ncbrewsmusic @ncartsincubator @jamminjava @midwood_entertainment @huggermuggerbrewing @localsfoodhub @rivercitysessions @primavera_roadhouse @roadmaster_stage @carolinaindiefestival @confluencesouthfork @sghrevival @riverrootsfest @avalontheatre @portal_louisville @bullfrogbrewery #newalbum #paleface #beyondthebells #concert #ontour #festival #musicfestivals #festivals #newmusic #rocknroll #indierock #alternative #folkrock #altfolk #femaledrummer #drummer #musicians #duo #musiciansofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/Cr04EnMsUbs/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Psssssssst who thinks we can get it to 150? If you haven't heard it yet you should check out my new song and see what all the fuss is about #folkpunk #folksinger #folkmusic #punk #banjo #jobanjobanjo #guitar #ukulele #newmusic #indierock #indiefolk #indiepunk #singersongwriter #softpunk #soloartist #washboard #folkrock #acoustic #electricukulele #guitarsolo #independentartist https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn5Nx-rpgJU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[Hotel California] [Eagles] [1976] [LP] Oh how I love it, this ingenious improvised guitar duet... But also the vocals of Don Henley and at all everything, just great! . . . . . On a dark desert highway Cool wind in my hair Warm smell of colitas Rising up through the air Up ahead in the distance I saw a shimmering light My head grew heavy and my sight grew dim I had to stop for the night . There she stood in the doorway I heard the mission bell And I was thinking to myself "This could be Heaven or this could be Hell" Then she lit up a candle And she showed me the way There were voices down the corridor I thought I heard them say . Welcome to the Hotel California Such a lovely place (such a lovely place) Such a lovely face Plenty of room at the Hotel California Any time of year (any time of year) You can find it here . Her mind is Tiffany-twisted She got the Mercedes Benz She got a lot of pretty, pretty boys That she calls friends How they dance in the courtyard Sweet summer sweat Some dance to remember Some dance to forget . So I called up the Captain "Please bring me my wine" He said, 'We haven't had that spirit here Since 1969" And still those voices are calling from far away Wake you up in the middle of the night Just to hear them say . Welcome to the Hotel California Such a lovely place (such a lovely place) Such a lovely face They livin' it up at the Hotel California What a nice surprise (what a nice surprise) Bring your alibis . Mirrors on the ceiling The pink champagne on ice And she said, 'We are all just prisoners here Of our own device" And in the master's chambers They gathered for the feast They stab it with their steely knives But they just can't kill the beast . Last thing I remember, I was Running for the door I had to find the passage back To the place I was before "Relax, " said the night man "We are programmed to receive You can check out any time you like But you can never leave" . . . . . #HotelCalifornia #NewKidInTown #TheEagles #TheEaglesBand #TheEaglesHotelCalifornia #GlennFrey #DonFelder #JosephFidler #JoeWalsh #BernieLeadon #RandyMeisner #AsylumRecords #BillSzymczyk #Rockmusic #CountryRock #WestCoastMusic #SoftRock #FolkRock https://www.instagram.com/p/CpQbg9zohT0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Listen/purchase: Yule Tidings This Christmas by HogersWolf

Super excited to announce we have a lovely full band show 24th Feb at @thecavpresents @thecavendisharmsstockwell 🤩 alongside @amfirmin @linfakear @rhys.underdown 🤩 So grateful to be performing with a very awesome and talented bunch @gilles_182 @george_purnell @cantdraw_tattoo @oliver_m_gale @thedentonway Tickets in the bio! Come come come 😃 . . . . . #livemusic #music #concert #live #musician #rock #singer #guitar #singerwongwriter #band #instamusic #love #folkrock #newmusic #musicphotography #gig #artist #rocknroll #rehearsal #indie #musicians #altfolk #party #jazz #guitarist #festival #live #liveband https://www.instagram.com/p/CnUP-y0NRBk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Sábado 19 de noviembre

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Casa Las Primas Rosita Renard #1463 Estación Príncipe de Gales Desde las 15:00

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Si eres amante del género Folk Rock te presentamos a "Dalton Deschain & the Traveling Show" con su tema "Bloodsuckers" una canción increíblemente explosiva que te hará vibrar con su sorprendente producción. La canción nos entrega una energizante lírica la cual te adentrará en sus ritmos rápidos y adictivos mientras presenta una historia sobre ser absorbidos por todo lo que sucede en la vida utilizando de metáfora vampiros y los bichos chupadores de sangre, sin duda un tema maravilloso extraído del nuevo EP "Cemetery Sunset". Si te gustó el pequeño fragmento que te dejamos no dudes en escuchar la canción completa a través del enlace en la biografía de @daltondeschain #indiefolk #indiemusic #singersongwriter #music #indie #indierock #songwriter #newmusic #livemusic #musician #folk #songwriting #singer #acoustic #folkmusic #instamusic #indieartist #folkrock #songs #fathomlane #indieband #artist #nowplaying #indiepop #altcountry #love #guitar #womenwhorock #art #indieartists --- (en Mexico City, Mexico) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjhKEdADyMP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Loving seeing these videos and pictures from the shows...Did that really happen? Was it a dream? Back home now and wondering...did you feel it too? Missing our fans and friends and stage time and magic...Need more again soon! #blackmoresnight #concert #RitchieBlackmore #candicenight #folkrock #tourlife https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd6w8sQFXFp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

(Vlasis Metaxas)

My Cover of Beck's "Pay No Mind(Snoozer)" :)