Great New Band

[DLCSBMMK]

Hello. This is my cousin's band. Check them out, please.

http://www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

[DLCSBMMK]

Got any feedback? Good or bad?

[n3wyears]

they sound like a pretty good band overall but I am not a fan of the vocals. It might just be me but the vocals are just average. It also bugs me how much they are like a dave matthews cover band playing their own songs. just my opinion

[DLCSBMMK]

they sound like a pretty good band overall but I am not a fan of the vocals. It might just be me but the vocals are just average. It also bugs me how much they are like a dave matthews cover band playing their own songs. just my opinion

I can really see that b/c they are all really into DMB. They're more of a live band. When you hear them live, you really don't think 'dave'.

[Pig17]

Interesting, but waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay too much like DMB.

[cotton#36]

I was diggin the music on what is it!!! sounds tight but vocals are meh but it would make me dance

[DLCSBMMK]

They just found out that they will be playing the side-stage at the July 31/August 1 Indianapolis DMB shows.

[broydan]

Awesome Thread OP. I posted a thread about this band immediately after seeing them open for g. love. They were incredible live, and I couldn't ignore the likeness to dmb. But when It comes down to it i can't hate a band that sounds similar to my favorite band. Who is your cousin, because if its donnie then you're lucky, he's ridiculous at the drums. Rusty went to my high school for a few years and was friends with my brother, he was always a great all around musician, and I'm glad he's doing big things. But yea if anyone gets the chance to see these guys play, then do it. They are excellent.

[DLCSBMMK]

Awesome Thread OP. I posted a thread about this band immediately after seeing them open for g. love. They were incredible live, and I couldn't ignore the likeness to dmb. But when It comes down to it i can't hate a band that sounds similar to my favorite band. Who is your cousin, because if its donnie then you're lucky, he's ridiculous at the drums. Rusty went to my high school for a few years and was friends with my brother, he was always a great all around musician, and I'm glad he's doing big things. But yea if anyone gets the chance to see these guys play, then do it. They are excellent.

Rusty is my cousin. They just got done with a N. Carolina/S. Carolina string of shows and stayed with me for a few days. I got to know the rest of the guys very well. But, Rusty is easily the least-talented member of the band. LOL. They're great even if I'm related to the frontman. Haha.

[broydan]

Rusty is my cousin. They just got done with a N. Carolina/S. Carolina string of shows and stayed with me for a few days. I got to know the rest of the guys very well. But, Rusty is easily the least-talented member of the band. LOL. They're great even if I'm related to the frontman. Haha.


Yea they're all really good, if you haven't seen this video of Donnie you have to, his expression is very similar to Carter. which is a great thing. the Sax player is really good at just chillin on the tracks and then wailing during his solo's. Tailwind has got to be my favorite track although its only on their reverbnation site.

Donnie Marple Drum-off performance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZR0aJ01Gdc

[DLCSBMMK]

Yea they're all really good, if you haven't seen this video of Donnie you have to, his expression is very similar to Carter. which is a great thing. the Sax player is really good at just chillin on the tracks and then wailing during his solo's. Tailwind has got to be my favorite track although its only on their reverbnation site.

Donnie Marple Drum-off performance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZR0aJ01Gdc

I've seen Donnie play on my personal drums in my room at my house. Beat that. Lol. Tailwind is good. Their cd is on itunes now (including tailwind).

[broydan]

I've seen Donnie play on my personal drums in my room at my house. Beat that. Lol. Tailwind is good. Their cd is on itunes now (including tailwind).

damn thats sweet. yea i might get it, but I really just can't wait to see them play live again. alot of fun.

[DLCSBMMK]

damn thats sweet. yea i might get it, but I really just can't wait to see them play live again. alot of fun.

I don't know when they're playing in Ohio again. They do have dates in Kentucky, Indiana, and West Virginia. That is, if you really want to commute, ha.

[DLCSBMMK]

damn thats sweet. yea i might get it, but I really just can't wait to see them play live again. alot of fun.

Have you heard "Fool In The Dark"?

[bannar7]

good stuff. id definitly pay to see them play

[DLCSBMMK]

good stuff. id definitly pay to see them play

If you ever get the chance, I would definitely recommend it. As good as their studio stuff may sound, the essence of who they are, as a band, comes out in their live playing.

[broydan]

Have you heard "Fool In The Dark"?

yea man i've listened to everything i could find without buying the album on itunes. I also downloaded a live show of theirs from internet archive.

[DLCSBMMK]

Upcoming Shows:

Jul 10, 2009 Forecastle Festival - East Stage, Louisville, Kentucky 9:30pm

Jul 12, 2009 All Good Music Festival - Grassroots Stage, Masontown, West Virginia 11:00am

Jul 24, 2009 Paducah Music Festival - Carson Center Lawn, Paducah, Kentucky 7:30pm

Jul 25, 2009 Rathskeller-Biergarten w/ Lloyd Dobler Effect, Indianapolis, Indiana 6:00pm

Jul 31, 2009 Verizon Wireless Center/Dave Matthews Band Side Stage, Noblesville, Indiana 6:00pm

Aug 1, 2009 Verizon Wireless Center/Dave Matthews Band Side Stage, Noblesville, Indiana 6:00pm

[dunlapmb07]

this just made me get tickets to noblesville wasn't sure if i could afford both nights but fuck it if i'm gonna see some good music other then "the boys" then fuck it good stuff

[DLCSBMMK]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdC8VD22V7s&feature=channel

Check Donnie out. Sick.

[broydan]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdC8VD22V7s&feature=channel

Check Donnie out. Sick.

yea that shit was awesome

[drop2d]

They do sound way too much like DMB. They even do that truncated-signature-DMB-jam-switch type thing. I only have room enough for the original DMB in my catalog. That's not to say they are not talented b/c they certainly sound like they are, especially the drummer.

[DLCSBMMK]

They do sound way too much like DMB. They even do that truncated-signature-DMB-jam-switch type thing. I only have room enough for the original DMB in my catalog. That's not to say they are not talented b/c they certainly sound like they are, especially the drummer.

I don't hear DMB in their sound as much as some do. Maybe I don't want to hear it but I think their sound is unique. I know the influence is heavy but when I hear them and dave, I don't automatically associate the two. That's just me though.

[avsfan]

as many others have posted, love the music, but the vocals, not so much, i bit too breathy for me

[DLCSBMMK]

as many others have posted, love the music, but the vocals, not so much, i bit too breathy for me

Yeah. Their producer had a little to do with that. He sounds solid live, though.

[rustysurf83]

Do they plan on coming out West anytime soon? I'd definately like to check them out.

[3gendmb]

me and my dad saw them open for tea leaf green, and i think i saw them playing a small thing at one of the dave shows in west palm or tampa. they are definately talented and their album sounds really good. my only problem with them was one: they had trouble playing in harmony during their jams, like it seemed that they would get slightly behind one another and it messed up their sound. and the other problem- not really a problem though- was that me and my dad thought they sounded exactly like dave and that some of their riffs are really similar. good band though, i like his locals, but not entirely original.
and the drummer is really talented, he won some drum off in new york or something i think

[DLCSBMMK]

Do they plan on coming out West anytime soon? I'd definately like to check them out.

I know they do not have any western dates yet. I do know that they are trying to put together some shows out there but it would be in the latter portion of this year/early next. I'll post the dates if/when they are confirmed.

[DLCSBMMK]

me and my dad saw them open for tea leaf green, and i think i saw them playing a small thing at one of the dave shows in west palm or tampa. they are definately talented and their album sounds really good. my only problem with them was one: they had trouble playing in harmony during their jams, like it seemed that they would get slightly behind one another and it messed up their sound. and the other problem- not really a problem though- was that me and my dad thought they sounded exactly like dave and that some of their riffs are really similar. good band though, i like his locals, but not entirely original.
and the drummer is really talented, he won some drum off in new york or something i think

They played in Birmingham on the DMB sidestage. I've never heard them be out-of-sync during their jams but it could happen. I tease Rusty (songwriter/guitar) a lot for his riffs sounding like Daves. Donnie won the Guitar Center National Drum Competition.

[3gendmb]

o yeah thats right, birmingham. it couldve been the monitors that messed them up, i dont know. itll be interesting to see what path their band takes.

[DLCSBMMK]

o yeah thats right, birmingham. it couldve been the monitors that messed them up, i dont know. itll be interesting to see what path their band takes.

Yeah, they're trying to make it as far as they can without a major record label. We shall see, though.

[vtshwheels77]

I can dig it, but there are some obvious dave references is there. Kind of a turn off haha... Sounds good though.

[DLCSBMMK]

I can dig it, but there are some obvious dave references is there. Kind of a turn off haha... Sounds good though.

See them live if you get the chance. I think anyone would be sold if they could hear them in person.

[JohnK86]

They´re not vomit inducing, but they copy Dave Matthews Band like nobody´s business.

[pearlmathewsjam]

Sorry I'm not really a fan. theyre trying way too hard to sound like DMB.

[cworty06]

tailwind sounds like spoon

[DLCSBMMK]

Sorry I'm not really a fan. theyre trying way too hard to sound like DMB.

If you only knew; that actually couldn't be further from the truth. They are concerned first and foremost with being unfairly (okay, somewhat fairly) coupled with other DMB tribute/cover/influenced bands. But, if you really listened to them, they don't actually sound that much like DMB. Sure, they took what DMB was/is doing and tried to put their own spin on it. DMB wasn't the first band with a sax playing rock. If these guys didn't have a sax the DMB connection wouldn't be there. What has happened here is that these guys grew up, musically, listening to DMB, among others, and thus their ideas and styles were geared towards that type of sound. But, when they play, people can't get past the stylistic nod (having a sax, playing jammy-type rock) to their favorite band to see that they actually don't sound that much like their idols. I'm sure it happens all the time to up-and-coming bands, though. Most people aren't willing to acknowlege them as having their own sound just because there are shreds of influence in there too. Influences, shminfluences I've always said.

[broydan]

tailwind sounds like spoon

yea and i love it

[ripburn]

They are pretty good. I agree with most of the comments about them sounding like DMB.

[drop2d]

If you only knew; that actually couldn't be further from the truth. They are concerned first and foremost with being unfairly (okay, somewhat fairly) coupled with other DMB tribute/cover/influenced bands. But, if you really listened to them, they don't actually sound that much like DMB. Sure, they took what DMB was/is doing and tried to put their own spin on it. DMB wasn't the first band with a sax playing rock. If these guys didn't have a sax the DMB connection wouldn't be there. What has happened here is that these guys grew up, musically, listening to DMB, among others, and thus their ideas and styles were geared towards that type of sound. But, when they play, people can't get past the stylistic nod (having a sax, playing jammy-type rock) to their favorite band to see that they actually don't sound that much like their idols. I'm sure it happens all the time to up-and-coming bands, though. Most people aren't willing to acknowlege them as having their own sound just because there are shreds of influence in there too. Influences, shminfluences I've always said.

They are far more talented than any DMB cover band that I've heard. But there is no denying that they sound just like DMB. The singer/guitarist even looks a little like Dave and dances like him on stage. And in the middle of a breakdown in 'Fool in the Dark' (I think that was it) - there is a blatant Minarets rip off riff. You can't really believe that they are not at least 90% DMB? I understand that they are friends of yours... but they are not going to make it anywhere without changing their sound a little. It's fine to be influenced by a band, but it doesn't mean you have to be a copy.
I'm really not trying to throw out insults here, I just hate to see talent wasted (and I truly believe they are very talented). So my only hope is that they change their sound to become something original. I don't remember any 'up and coming bands' that lasted more than 10 minutes that sounded exactly like someone else.

[rustysurf83]

Well...just my opinion, but I like that they sound like DMB because...well, I like DMB?

[broydan]

Well...just my opinion, but I like that they sound like DMB because...well, I like DMB?

:thumbsup:thumbsup:thumbsup exactly. I kept telling the people when i played it for them or told them about elmwood, "Why wouldn't I like a Band that sounds like my favorite band?".

[DLCSBMMK]

Well...just my opinion, but I like that they sound like DMB because...well, I like DMB?

:thumbsup:thumbsup

[codyk09]

sweet mojos in columbia..ill hit that up

[DLCSBMMK]

They are adding dates to their tour regularly, so keep tuned in to their website for more info.

[DLCSBMMK]

I'm really not trying to throw out insults here, I just hate to see talent wasted (and I truly believe they are very talented). So my only hope is that they change their sound to become something original. I don't remember any 'up and coming bands' that lasted more than 10 minutes that sounded exactly like someone else.

I'm not offended by differing opinions. I'm just think that if I listened to them and had to name a band they sound like, my first response would be Bela Fleck and the Flecktones it they had a vocalist. Then again, they would still sound like some other band. But, that's the name of the game in this age. Nothing's original, it's all been done before. So....lol.

[DLCSBMMK]

This is the most current list of dates. Please, I encourage you to check them out. Say what you will about their sound, they are phenomenal musicians and are guaranteed to entertain. Trust me.

7/31/09 - Dave Matthews Band Side Stage - Verison Wireless Center - Noblesville, IN

8/01/09 - Dave Matthews Band Side Stage - Verison Wireless Center - Noblesville, IN

8/08/09 - Pavilion at Epicentre w/ Pat McGee Band - Charlotte, NC - 7:00pm

8/13/09 - The Pour House w/ Pat McGee Band - Raleigh, NC - 8:00pm

8/14/09 - Visulite Theatre w/ Pat McGee Band - Charlotte, NC - 8:00pm

8/15/09 - Wind Jammer w/ Pat McGee Band - Isle of Palms, SC - 9:00pm

8/16/09 - Kelly's w/ Pat McGee Band - Nag's Head, NC - 8:30pm

8/21/09 - Wild Wing Cafe - Mt. Pleasant, SC - 10:00pm

8/22/09 - Wild Wing Cafe - Hilton Head, SC - 10:00pm

8/27/09 - Church McKee Arts Center - Keyser, WV - 7:00pm

8/28/09 - Club Cafe - Pittsburgh, PA - 8:00pm

9/04/09 - Mohican North Star Casino - Bowler, WI - 8:00pm

9/05/09 - Mohican North Star Casino - Bowler, WI - 8:00pm

9/06/09 - Minnesota State Fair - St. Paul, MN - 4:00pm

9/07/09 - Minnesota State Fair - St. Paul, MN - 4:00pm

9/10/09 - High Noon Saloon - Madison, WI - 8:00pm

9/11/09 - Mojo's - Columbia, MO - 8:00pm

9/12/09 - Rathskeller Biergarten - Indianapolis, IN - 8:30

9/16/09 - Bluebird - Bloomington, IN - 7:00pm

9/19/09 - North Carolina Turkey Fest. - Reaford, NC - 8:00pm

10/1/09 - Double Door Inn - Charlotte, NC - 8:30pm

11/5/09 - Fairmont State, Colebank Gym - Fairmont, WV - 7:00pm

[djmmjd]

Well I can easily tell they're very talented and I'm sure they're very good live. However, for building following and being successful (at least in this genre of music) the most single most important thing is originality. While I'm sure they have tons of other influences, the only one you hear distinctly is DMB. Due to DMB's level of success and distinct brand of sound, this will only hurt Elmwood. I hope step they outside themselves to see that. The demographic they'll want and need is the same people who love DMB. Most DMB fans will resent hearing a band this similar to them while admiring their talent and flattery. For goodness sakes, John Mayer was called Dave Matthews for years and we know he doesn't sound like DMB. Do you really think the majority of the public will see the subtleties?

What's my point? These guys are good. Talented. Have Potential. And they can easily have minor success being a live touring band on the verge of survival. I just hoped they don't invest all their chips in this singular sound.

I also believe that if a band and its members truly dig inside themselves to reach for their wealth of inspirations they'll always come out with a unique sound. However, a lot of musicians get caught favoring one style and a band comes out sounding like another (like DMB) and it's usually because of the band's main leader's direction.

I say this as a lifetime musician who has yet to truly figure out my sound or vision. However, until I was 17, I tried to sing and play like Dave in every way. I then started to see others and others upon others do it and it always left a sick feeling in my mouth. From there I changed my searched and have continued to bring my other influences just as strongly.

[DLCSBMMK]

Well I can easily tell they're very talented and I'm sure they're very good live. However, for building following and being successful (at least in this genre of music) the most single most important thing is originality. While I'm sure they have tons of other influences, the only one you hear distinctly is DMB. Due to DMB's level of success and distinct brand of sound, this will only hurt Elmwood. I hope step they outside themselves to see that. The demographic they'll want and need is the same people who love DMB. Most DMB fans will resent hearing a band this similar to them while admiring their talent and flattery. For goodness sakes, John Mayer was called Dave Matthews for years and we know he doesn't sound like DMB. Do you really think the majority of the public will see the subtleties?

What's my point? These guys are good. Talented. Have Potential. And they can easily have minor success being a live touring band on the verge of survival. I just hoped they don't invest all their chips in this singular sound.

I also believe that if a band and its members truly dig inside themselves to reach for their wealth of inspirations they'll always come out with a unique sound. However, a lot of musicians get caught favoring one style and a band comes out sounding like another (like DMB) and it's usually because of the band's main leader's direction.

I say this as a lifetime musician who has yet to truly figure out my sound or vision. However, until I was 17, I tried to sing and play like Dave in every way. I then started to see others and others upon others do it and it always left a sick feeling in my mouth. From there I changed my searched and have continued to bring my other influences just as strongly.

How do you, yourself, think they sound like Dave? I'm curious to hear in-depth criticism on why they sound like DMB. What is it? Many people simply say, "they sound like dave". But that's all they say. Will you, if you don't mind, be more specific on what you think it is sounds too similar?

[DLCSBMMK]

All quiet on the western front?

[JonesI15]

Sounds good to me. Thanks for posting. I do agree that they have a DMB sound to them, but as I'm a big fan of DMB, I like it. Like it's been said, they probably sound different live, just like every other band. I'd like to hear some live stuff, and then make more of a "judgment". Either way, something I can easily get into.

[DLCSBMMK]

Sounds good to me. Thanks for posting. I do agree that they have a DMB sound to them, but as I'm a big fan of DMB, I like it. Like it's been said, they probably sound different live, just like every other band. I'd like to hear some live stuff, and then make more of a "judgment". Either way, something I can easily get into.

Yeah, Definitely. Check out the dates I posted earlier to see if you can try to make one.

[DLCSBMMK]

Here's an updated list of tour stops. A few are different and some are added from my post earlier.

08/08/09 - Pavilion at Epicentre w/Pat McGee - Charlotte, NC - 7:00pm

08/13/09 - The Pour House/ with Pat McGee - Raleigh, NC - 8:00pm

08/14/09 - Wild Wing Cafe-Willmington, NC - 8:00pm

08/15/09 - Wind Jammer/ with Pat McGee - Isle of Palms, SC - 9:00pm

08/16/09 - Kelly's/ with Pat McGee - Nag's Head, NC - 8:30pm

08/21/09 - Wild Wing Cafe - Spartenburg, SC - 10:00pm

08/22/09 - Wild Wing Cafe - Hilton Head, SC - 10:00pm

08/27/09 - Church McKee Arts Center - Keyser, WV - 7:00pm

08/28/09 - Club Cafe - Pittsburgh, PA - 8:00pm

09/01/09 - Duffy's - Chicago, IL time TBA

09/04/09 - Mohican North Star Casino - Bowler, WI - 8:00pm

09/05/09 - Mohican North Star Casino - Bowler, WI - 8:00pm

09/06/09 - Minnesota State Fair - St. Paul, MN - 4:00pm

09/07/09 - Minnesota State Fair - St. Paul, MN - 4:00pm

09/08/09 - The Bottleneck - Lawrence, KS

09/10/09 - High Noon Saloon - Madison, WI - 8:00pm

09/11/09 - Mojo's - Columbia, MO - 8:00pm

09/12/09 - Rathskeller Biergarten - Indianapolis, IN - 8:30pm

09/16/09 - Bluebird - Bloomington, IN -7:00pm

09/19/09 - North Carolina - Turkey Fest. - Reaford, NC - 8:00pm

09/24/09 - The Pour House - Raleigh, NC Time TBA

09/25/09 - Wet Willies - Columbia, SC

09/26/09 - Wet Willies - Charleston, SC

10/01/09 - Double Door Inn - Charlotte, NC - 8:30pm

11/05/09 - Fairmont State - Colebank Gym - Fairmont, WV -7:00pm

[TWFootball7]

saw the at deer creek, they had a big crowd and everyone loved it before the show!

[DLCSBMMK]

saw the at deer creek, they had a big crowd and everyone loved it before the show!

Nice

[thebigwhiskey]

Probably getting a lot of "they sound like Dave" comments because we are on Antsmarching.org. The similarity is there definitely, especially in a song like 'What's It For," yet it isn't too much of a copy at all. And of course like any good band that lasts they will develop their sound.

[DLCSBMMK]

Probably getting a lot of "they sound like Dave" comments because we are on Antsmarching.org. The similarity is there definitely, especially in a song like 'What's It For," yet it isn't too much of a copy at all. And of course like any good band that lasts they will develop their sound.

That's true. You should check their schedule a couple of posts up or check their website for concert dates to see if you could check them out.

[fixyjohn]

o yeah thats right, birmingham. it couldve been the monitors that messed them up, i dont know. itll be interesting to see what path their band takes.

hai i am vijay interested in music

[fixyjohn]

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[pattywagon]

Saw them both nights at DC and they were pretty good. They do sound like DMB a little, but at least they don't just cover DMB songs. Also Daryl(G-Money) Dave's head of security was watching Elmwood also and he seemed to enjoy them alot. My friend and I got a pic with G-money after Elmwood was done...pretty neat. We also talked to Rusty the lead singer for a little bit about the band and where they were from and all that jazz he was a real nice guy seemed to enjoy what he was doing and that's all thta matters really.:thumbsup:thumbsup

[broydan]

check out the new vids they have, the new song Snakebite sounds awesome
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px3z4F-Vvr0&feature=channel_page

[taracote]

I did not find the music but they all very handsome!!!!

[DLCSBMMK]

I did not find the music but they all very handsome!!!!

www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

when their music player loads, just press play and there ya go.

[Koumoulas]

Snakebite reminds me of JTR

[Koumoulas]

And lol ridiculously DMB influenced

[comerelaxnow]

these guys are DMB version 2.0

[kanedmb]

yeah snakebite sounds like one sweet world to me, as well as jtr. and the chorus of tailwind reminds of that second chorus of dancing nancies. i really love this band though, wow

[DLCSBMMK]

I think all their songs sound like Crash if only for a moment. That's just me.

If you're interested, keep checking for dates. I would highly recommend giving them a chance live.

[drop2d]

Snakebite reminds me of JTR

Little bit... but the opening riff is pretty much the same as the opening to Breakdown by Tantric.

[mmccoy173]

lol... pretty sweet band! I think most of us pick up the connection with DMB because we're all obsessed with DMB, and we found out about the band in a DMB forum. If we ran into this band randomly at a show, I'm sure you would have a much different perception of them. Sounds like they sing their own stuff, and it's pretty good in my opinion, regardless of who else they 'sound' like. I wish they would play in ca, I'd see them.

[taracote]

Interesting, but waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay too much like DMB.
They are okay but there is room for improvement !

[DLCSBMMK]

They are okay but there is room for improvement !

The same could be said for every band in the world.

[Bjkennedy24]

Caught the last 5-6 songs of their set at the MN State Fair today, really enjoyed them and the crowd was way into it.

They seem like really talented musicians, pulled out some great jams.

I'd definitely see them again...

[DLCSBMMK]

Caught the last 5-6 songs of their set at the MN State Fair today, really enjoyed them and the crowd was way into it.

They seem like really talented musicians, pulled out some great jams.

I'd definitely see them again...

They are playing there again tonight if you can make it.

[broydan]

yeuh. elmwood.

[DLCSBMMK]

FREE LIVE SHOW!!!!

If you were there or not, this is the tape of ELMWOOD playing the DMB sidestage on August 1st. Three of the songs feature Australian guitar prodigy and winner of Australia's Got Talent: Joe Robinson.

http://www.archive.org/details/ElmwoodLivedmbSidestage-FeaturingSmoknJoeRobinson08-01-09_849

Enjoy!

[thebigwhiskey]

They are opening up for O.A.R. during their fall tour.

[DLCSBMMK]

They are opening up for O.A.R. during their fall tour.
:thumbsup yep

[DLCSBMMK]

Fusing together a series of strikingly inspired influences-- from the vocal acrobatics of Sparks or the Associates to the firm production and galloping percussion of Kate Bush's Hounds of Love-- Leeds art-pop quartet Wild Beasts have arrived at a sound both comfortingly familiar and distinctly eccentric. When frontman Hayden Thorpe isn't moaning or cooing catty double entendres, he's brandishing a dramatic falsetto or unleashing glass-shattering shrieks, projecting the vulnerability and depravity of his sexually frustrated protagonists. In contrast to the fidgety, impulsive rock of their promising 2008 debut Limbo, Panto, Two Dancers finds Wild Beasts refashioned as a steely art-funk outfit that's all the more alluring for its newfound austerity.

huh?:ugh

[broydan]

Hey everyone just stoppin in to get everyone to check the tour to see if there are dates near them seriously go check these guys out. you won't be disappointed.

http://www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

[DLCSBMMK]

These are the dates for the next tour. If you can get to a show, you'll be entertained; guaranteed.

Oct. 3, 2009 10:00pm Zydeco Birmingham, Alabama

Oct. 14, 2009 7:00pm Uptown Amphitheater - NC Music Factory w/ O.A.R. Charlotte, North Carolina

Oct. 16, 2009 7:00pm House of Blues w/ Blues Traveler Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Oct. 17, 2009 7:00pm Battleship Amphitheater w/ O.A.R. Wilmington, North Carolina

Oct. 19, 2009 7:00pm Saenger Theater w/ O.A.R. Mobile, Alabama

Oct. 21, 2009 7:00pm House of Blues w/ O.A.R. Dallas, Texas

Oct. 22, 2009 7:00pm House of Blues w/ O.A.R. Dallas, Texas

Oct. 23, 2009 8:00pm Stubb’s Small Room Austin, Texas

Oct. 24, 2009 7:00pm Verizon Wireless Theater w/ O.A.R. Houston, Texas

Oct. 27, 2009 7:00pm Brady Theater w/ O.A.R. Tulsa, Oklahoma

Oct. 28, 2009 7:00pm Assembly Hall w/ O.A.R. Champaign, Illinois

Oct. 29, 2009 7:00pm Convocation Center - NIU w/ O.A.R. DeKalb, Illinois

Oct. 30, 2009 7:00pm Elliot Hall of Music w/ O.A.R. West Lafayette, Indiana

Nov. 2, 2009 7:00pm DeVos Performance Hall w/ O.A.R. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Nov. 3, 2009 6:30pm Savage Hall - University of Toledo w/ O.A.R. Toledo, Ohio

Nov. 4, 2009 6:00pm Thomas Field House, Lock Haven University w/ O.A.R. Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

Nov. 5, 2009 7:00pm Colebank Gym - Fairmont State University Fairmont, West Virginia

Nov. 6, 2009 7:00pm Lambros Arena - Hartwick College w/ O.A.R. Oneanta, New York

Nov. 7, 2009 7:00pm Ryan Center - University of Rhode Island w/ O.A.R. Kingston, Rhode Island

Nov. 8, 2009 7:00pm MAC Center - Monmouth University w/ O.A.R. West Long Branch, New Jersey

[Seanieb]

That is an interesting mix of OAR and DMB, but I think that they will need to find their own identity to break out of it. Drummer is wicked good, Sax is legit. Voice is a lot like OAR and I feel like he is emulating Dave in ALOT of ways (Guitar, Songwriting, Arrangements, Lyrics) There is a fine line between imitation and emulation, right now it looks more like imitation. I think the songwriting needs to grow as well. Talented fellows though, I wish them the best! They are doing way better than I am...

[DLCSBMMK]

That is an interesting mix of OAR and DMB, but I think that they will need to find their own identity to break out of it. Drummer is wicked good, Sax is legit. Voice is a lot like OAR and I feel like he is emulating Dave in ALOT of ways (Guitar, Songwriting, Arrangements, Lyrics) There is a fine line between imitation and emulation, right now it looks more like imitation. I think the songwriting needs to grow as well. Talented fellows though, I wish them the best! They are doing way better than I am...

While they don't have any western dates yet, I would suggest trying to catch a show sometime down the road. See if your opinions still stand then. Keep checking this thread periodically as I will update it when new dates are added. I know they want to branch westward in the reasonably near future.

[broydan]

Hey everybody, just lettin you know that OAR is kicking off its fall tour soon and Elmwood is opening so if there is a show near you, definitely go check it out.

[FJM005]

saw the at deer creek, they had a big crowd and everyone loved it before the show!


I'll second that. I also saw them at Deercreek, and they really put on a great show!

[thebigwhiskey]

Huge opportunity for these guy opening for O.A.R. Someone pulled some strings for this.

[DLCSBMMK]

Huge opportunity for these guy opening for O.A.R. Someone pulled some strings for this.

They've got a booking agency. I'm sure that's who 'pulled the strings'.

[Mr. Biff]

Another great 'unknown' band is the Blue James Band: www.bluejamesband.com or www.myspace.com/bluejamesband

Recorded stuff is great and they've got a keys player who KILLS it live. Guitar player's really good too. Just heard that they'll be opening for Rusted Root in Redondo Beach, CA at the end of the month.

[dunnthat]

elmwood rocks, Here is a collection of great talent and ambition. I have met all these guys and they are all fine people. I wish them all good luck and know they will someday hit the big time.

[DLCSBMMK]

elmwood rocks, Here is a collection of great talent and ambition. I have met all these guys and they are all fine people. I wish them all good luck and know they will someday hit the big time.

They recently opened for Blues Traveler. During BT's set, they invited Derek, sax, up to play a song. He and John Popper then preceded to trade solos for a few minutes. It was a great time for all.

[broydan]

new myspace layout. fyi.

[DLCSBMMK]

On tour with O.A.R., Elmwood has been well-received by many concertgoers.

The remaining dates as of now are:

Oct. 30, 2009 7:00pm Elliot Hall of Music w/ O.A.R. West Lafayette, Indiana

Nov. 2, 2009 7:00pm DeVos Performance Hall w/ O.A.R. Grand Rapids, Michigan

Nov. 3, 2009 6:30pm Savage Hall - University of Toledo w/ O.A.R. Toledo, Ohio

Nov. 4, 2009 6:00pm Thomas Field House, Lock Haven University w/ O.A.R. Lock Haven, Pennsylvania

Nov. 5, 2009 7:00pm Colebank Gym - Fairmont State University Fairmont, West Virginia

Nov. 6, 2009 7:00pm Lambros Arena - Hartwick College w/ O.A.R. Oneanta, New York

Nov. 7, 2009 7:00pm Ryan Center - University of Rhode Island w/ O.A.R. Kingston, Rhode Island

Nov. 8, 2009 7:00pm MAC Center - Monmouth University w/ O.A.R. West Long Branch, New Jersey

[Bearclaw_]

Saw these guys open for O.A.R. last night at Purdue and WOW. EVERY single one of these guys are VERY talented. I was blown away. They have more talent than O.A.R., they should have been the headlining band. These guys simply rocked it and it was amazing. Bought there stuff on itunes when I got home.

[DLCSBMMK]

Saw these guys open for O.A.R. last night at Purdue and WOW. EVERY single one of these guys are VERY talented. I was blown away. They have more talent than O.A.R., they should have been the headlining band. These guys simply rocked it and it was amazing. Bought there stuff on itunes when I got home.

Good stuff

[broydan]

Saw these guys open for O.A.R. last night at Purdue and WOW. EVERY single one of these guys are VERY talented. I was blown away. They have more talent than O.A.R., they should have been the headlining band. These guys simply rocked it and it was amazing. Bought there stuff on itunes when I got home.


This is what I've been trying to tell people. Watch out for this band. They are ridiculously talented and they are great performers. When i saw them open for G. Love they stole the show and I keep hearing the same story from other people who see them. These guys need to tour the country solo, and headline some shit. I can't wait to see them again.

[DLCSBMMK]

NEW DATES ADDED!

Be sure to check these guys out if you get the chance!

Nov. 12, 2009 - 8:00P Brick Street w/ Corey Smith Oxford, Ohio
Nov. 13, 2009 - 7:00P Newport Music Hall w/ Corey Smith Columbus, Ohio
Nov. 19, 2009 - 8:00P Double Door Charlotte, North Carolina
Nov. 20, 2009 - 8:00P Soapbox Wilmington, North Carolina

Dec. 2, 2009 - 7:00P Club Cafe Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dec. 3, 2009 - 8:00P Frankie’s Toledo, Ohio
Dec. 4, 2009 - 8:00P Otto’s DeKalb, Illinois
Dec. 5, 2009 - 8:00P The Intersection Grand Rapids, Michigan
Dec. 6, 2009 - 7:00P Canopy Club Urbana, Illinois
Dec. 8, 2009 - 8:00P House of Blues Dallas, Texas
Dec. 9, 2009 - 8:00P Cain’s Small Room Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dec. 10, 2009 - 8:00P The Mink Houston, Texas
Dec. 11, 2009 - 8:00P Alabama Music Box Mobile, Alabama

Jan. 13, 2010 - 7:00P Three 20 South w/ Tea Leaf Green Breckenridge, Colorado
Jan. 14, 2010 - 7:00P Fox Theater w/ Tea Leaf Green Boulder, Colorado
Jan. 15, 2010 - 7:00P Bluebird Theater w/ Tea Leaf Green Denver, Colorado
Jan. 16, 2010 - 7:00P Belly Up w/ Tea Leaf Green Aspen, Colorado
Jan. 17, 2010 - 7:00P Aggie Theater Fort Collins, Colorado
Jan. 20, 2010 - 7:00P Bottleneck w/ Tea Leaf Green Lawrence, Kansas
Jan. 21, 2010 - 7:00P Cabooze w/ Tea Leaf Green Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jan. 22, 2010 - 7:00P High Noon Saloon Madison, Wisconsin
Jan. 23, 2010 - 7:00P Lincoln Hall w/ Tea Leaf Green Chicago, Illinois
Jan. 26, 2010 - 7:00P Bluebird w/ Tea Leaf Green Bloomington, Indiana
Jan. 27, 2010 - 7:00P Blueberry Hill w/ Tea Leaf Green St. Louis, Missouri
Jan. 28, 2010 - 7:00P 20th Century Theater Cincinnati, Ohio
Jan. 29, 2010 - 7:00P West Virginia University w/ Tea Leaf Green Morgantown, West Virginia
Jan. 30, 2010 - 7:00P 9:30 Club w/ Tea Leaf Green Washington DC

Feb. 2, 2010 - 7:00P Jefferson Theater Charlottesville, Virginia
Feb. 3, 2010 - 7:00P Chameleon Club w/ Tea Leaf Green Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Feb. 6, 2010 - 7:00P Paradise w/ Tea Leaf Green Boston, Massachusetts

[multipool]

I saw you guys in Grand Rapids last week with OAR. You guys rocked!

[broydan]

I'll be at the Oxford, OH and the Columbus shows. any other ants?

[DLCSBMMK]

They have no shows scheduled near me. So, no. I'll see Rusty in 2 weeks for thanksgiving. Lots of music playing will ensue. That's all I got, though.

[FiveForMe]

I have the game finally, and im sad but there arent any cephalopods. Please, can you make a patch which adds cephalopods and corrects the bugs preceding versions? Thanks...Other, the game is great

[ShAkiNMoNkEY41]

I'll be at the Oxford, OH and the Columbus shows. any other ants?

When will they be performing in Oxford? I'm digging their sound and would like to see them.

[robaljoo]

Loving the band your Working with Mitch, now when are you going to work with me like you promised busy man?

[olla86]

NEW DATES ADDED!

Be sure to check these guys out if you get the chance!

Nov. 12, 2009 - 8:00P Brick Street w/ Corey Smith Oxford, Ohio
Nov. 13, 2009 - 7:00P Newport Music Hall w/ Corey Smith Columbus, Ohio
Nov. 19, 2009 - 8:00P Double Door Charlotte, North Carolina
Nov. 20, 2009 - 8:00P Soapbox Wilmington, North Carolina

Dec. 2, 2009 - 7:00P Club Cafe Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dec. 3, 2009 - 8:00P Frankie’s Toledo, Ohio
Dec. 4, 2009 - 8:00P Otto’s DeKalb, Illinois
Dec. 5, 2009 - 8:00P The Intersection Grand Rapids, Michigan
Dec. 6, 2009 - 7:00P Canopy Club Urbana, Illinois
Dec. 8, 2009 - 8:00P House of Blues Dallas, Texas
Dec. 9, 2009 - 8:00P Cain’s Small Room Tulsa, Oklahoma
Dec. 10, 2009 - 8:00P The Mink Houston, Texas
Dec. 11, 2009 - 8:00P Alabama Music Box Mobile, Alabama

Jan. 13, 2010 - 7:00P Three 20 South w/ Tea Leaf Green Breckenridge, Colorado
Jan. 14, 2010 - 7:00P Fox Theater w/ Tea Leaf Green Boulder, Colorado
Jan. 15, 2010 - 7:00P Bluebird Theater w/ Tea Leaf Green Denver, Colorado
Jan. 16, 2010 - 7:00P Belly Up w/ Tea Leaf Green Aspen, Colorado
Jan. 17, 2010 - 7:00P Aggie Theater Fort Collins, Colorado
Jan. 20, 2010 - 7:00P Bottleneck w/ Tea Leaf Green Lawrence, Kansas
Jan. 21, 2010 - 7:00P Cabooze w/ Tea Leaf Green Minneapolis, Minnesota
Jan. 22, 2010 - 7:00P High Noon Saloon Madison, Wisconsin
Jan. 23, 2010 - 7:00P Lincoln Hall w/ Tea Leaf Green Chicago, Illinois
Jan. 26, 2010 - 7:00P Bluebird w/ Tea Leaf Green Bloomington, Indiana
Jan. 27, 2010 - 7:00P Blueberry Hill w/ Tea Leaf Green St. Louis, Missouri
Jan. 28, 2010 - 7:00P 20th Century Theater Cincinnati, Ohio
Jan. 29, 2010 - 7:00P West Virginia University w/ Tea Leaf Green Morgantown, West Virginia
Jan. 30, 2010 - 7:00P 9:30 Club w/ Tea Leaf Green Washington DC

Feb. 2, 2010 - 7:00P Jefferson Theater Charlottesville, Virginia
Feb. 3, 2010 - 7:00P Chameleon Club w/ Tea Leaf Green Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Feb. 6, 2010 - 7:00P Paradise w/ Tea Leaf Green Boston, Massachusetts
Thanks for news! I will visit some of this performances! No doubt!:leroi

[Peterson]

Well I think they are good..And they should appreciated so that can do more good..

[broydan]

They have no shows scheduled near me. So, no. I'll see Rusty in 2 weeks for thanksgiving. Lots of music playing will ensue. That's all I got, though.

I know you've been thinking of a DMB cover for them... what've you got?

[DLCSBMMK]

I know you've been thinking of a DMB cover for them... what've you got?

I know they try not to play Dave covers for the simple reason that they already get the comparisons anyway. But, the last time they were staying at my place, we had a long jam session. One of the songs we played was #41. Tore it up.

Also, one time they were playing the bar scene and nobody was there. Only two guys at the bar and they weren't listening. So, instead of playing their songs, they covered a few DMB songs and dicked around on stage for a while. I'm pretty sure they could play any Dave song they'd like to.

[broydan]

Yeah I figured thats why they don't want to do them. But seriously, playing some rare tracks would be really cool. like blue water would be awesome, so would shotgun. hell i'd love them to play loving wings just for the donnie and derek jam. but i completely understand why they wouldn't.

[DLCSBMMK]

Yeah I figured thats why they don't want to do them. But seriously, playing some rare tracks would be really cool. like blue water would be awesome, so would shotgun. hell i'd love them to play loving wings just for the donnie and derek jam. but i completely understand why they wouldn't.

I'd like to hear them destroy Drive In, Drive Out.

[broydan]

oh shit you're right. that would be sick, and on that note, they would rip up Last Stop. But I can't start thinking about this because its not gonna happen, just setting myself up for disappointment haha

[DLCSBMMK]

oh shit you're right. that would be sick, and on that note, they would rip up Last Stop. But I can't start thinking about this because its not gonna happen, just setting myself up for disappointment haha

If you ever catch them just practicing/jammin. They play pretty much anything. And...They record their practices. It could happen:cool

[jamesscherer]

I'd like to hear them destroy Drive In, Drive Out.

I've been into this song a lot lately so I'd love to see these guys cover it.

theres guys are comin to my town in a couple weeks, good chance ill be there

[jamesscherer]

btw, elmwood is good but i just checked out joe robinson, who apparently plays w/ elmwood sometimes and he is fuckin good

[broydan]

Yeah joe robinson stole a week of my life when I found out about him through elmwood. the kid is just fuckin nuts. its unreal how good he is. if you haven't seen this, then watch it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKq1VTs1yCo

[DLCSBMMK]

Yeah joe robinson stole a week of my life when I found out about him through elmwood. the kid is just fuckin nuts. its unreal how good he is. if you haven't seen this, then watch it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKq1VTs1yCo

Yeah. He's pretty good. And, he's extremely young. When he starts to form his own sound rather than being a very good Tommy Emanuel copy, he'll be fantastic.

[Ezhuks]

I'll join the ranks of people saying "great music, meh vocals". Thanks for introducing us to this band, DLC.

[DLCSBMMK]

I'll join the ranks of people saying "great music, meh vocals". Thanks for introducing us to this band, DLC.

Try to check them live if you get a chance.

[joshddutton]

They do sound way too much like DMB. They even do that truncated-signature-DMB-jam-switch type thing. I only have room enough for the original DMB in my catalog. That's not to say they are not talented b/c they certainly sound like they are, especially the drummer.

I think when DMB came along they sort of created a new genre.. how many bands out there sound like nirvana or stp or nickelback.. no one says much.. it's just acceptable.


...but when you put a sax, acoustic guitar, drums and a violin together people say "aw they are to much like DMB" DMB to me created a new genre and the few that have followed in their footsteps are suprisingly successful cause people dig it. Look how much they are touring.

[DLCSBMMK]

FREE DOWNLOAD: NEW LIVE COMPILATION

"Elmwood: Live Selections, Vol. 2"

Track Listing:
1. What is For? - Convocation Center @ NIU/DeKalb, Illinois
2. Night Caper - House of Blues, Houston, TX
3. Waterloo - Elliot Hall of Music @ Purdue University/West Lafayette, Indiana
4. SnakeBite - Elliot Hall of Music @ Purdue University/West Lafayette, Indiana
5. (Untitled) Ways of a Maid - House of Blues, Houston, TX
6. Wood Duck - Convocation Center @ NIU/DeKalb, Illinois
7. The Letter - Ryan Center @ University of Rhode Island
8. Sweet Freedom - Assembly Hall /Champaign, Illinois
9. Fool in the Dark - House of Blues -Dallas, TX
10. VRNI (Feat. Mike Paris of O.A.R.) - @Monmouth University/West Long Branch, New Jersey
11. Polygon Prison (Feat. Jerry Depizzo of O.A.R.) - @Monmouth University/West Long Branch, New Jersey

http://www.archive.org/details/Elmwood

[DLCSBMMK]

****.

www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

www.elmwoodband.com

http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Elmwood-Band/81214135095?ref=ts

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=25989757682&ref=ts

[DLCSBMMK]

www.myspace.com/elmwoodband
www.elmwoodband.com

NEW DATES ADDED!!!

March 24, 2010 - 8:00pm Headliners w/ Tea Leaf Green 18+ - Louisville, Kentucky
March 25, 2010 - 8:00pm Mercy Lounge 18+ - Nashville, Tennessee
March 26, 2010 - 8:00pm Orange Peel 18+ - Asheville, North Carolina
March 27, 2010 - 8:00pm Lincoln Theater w/ Tea Leaf Green - Raleigh, North Carolina
March 28, 2010 - 8:30pm Blind Tiger w/ Tea Leaf Green 18+ - Greensboro, North Carolina
March 30, 2010 - 8:00pm Attitudes w/ Tea Leaf Green - Blacksburg, Virginia

June 5, 2010 - 12:00pm Mountain Jam - Hunter, New York

MORE DATES TO COME.

[Mr_Walkaway]

Glad to see you guys coming to Greensboro, I think I'll try to make that one.

Marple is a kick-ass drummer, BTW

[broydan]

awesome. Might try and head out to the louisville show.

if you haven't seen this its great.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QGb3dAx9oo

[DLCSBMMK]

Stay tuned for a 'big announcement' regarding Elmwood's summer tour.

[baxterbaker1]

your guys seems to be fine. Thanks for keeping us updated with their activities. Please do share their up coming schedules. Thanks in Advance.

[mmccoy173]

Any CA stops? I'd go in a heartbeat.

[DLCSBMMK]

Glad to see you guys coming to Greensboro, I think I'll try to make that one.

Marple is a kick-ass drummer, BTW

your guys seems to be fine. Thanks for keeping us updated with their activities. Please do share their up coming schedules. Thanks in Advance.

Since this seems to be a trending topic, no member of the band posts here. I am not affiliated with them in any official capacity; Just an FYI.

Any CA stops? I'd go in a heartbeat.

Not yet. Please check this thread every-so-often because I post all new tour dates as soon as I know about them.

[DLCSBMMK]

www.myspace.com/elmwoodband
www.elmwoodband.com

new dates added!!!

march 24, 2010 - 8:00pm headliners w/ tea leaf green 18+ - louisville, kentucky
march 25, 2010 - 8:00pm mercy lounge 18+ - nashville, tennessee
march 26, 2010 - 8:00pm orange peel 18+ - asheville, north carolina
march 27, 2010 - 8:00pm lincoln theater w/ tea leaf green - raleigh, north carolina
march 28, 2010 - 8:30pm blind tiger w/ tea leaf green 18+ - greensboro, north carolina
march 30, 2010 - 8:00pm attitudes w/ tea leaf green - blacksburg, virginia

new dates added:

april 1, 2010 - 8:00pm club cafe - pittsburgh, pennsylvania
april 22, 2010 - 8:00pm otto’s 21+ - dekalb, illinois
april 23, 2010 - 10:00pm schuba’s - chicago, illinois
april 24, 2010 - 8:00pm intersection lounge - grand rapids, michigan

may 1, 2010 - 12:00pm beale street music festival - memphis, tennessee

june 5, 2010 - 12:00pm mountain jam - hunter, new york

more dates to come.

more dates to come.

[jambands67]

more dates to come.

Elton John will be playing across the street from you in Grand Rapids.

[DLCSBMMK]

Elton John will be playing across the street from you in Grand Rapids.

I'm not a member or associated with the band in any official capacity. This seems to be a common misconception; one that I never meant to imply.

[Mr_Walkaway]

I'm not a member or associated with the band in any official capacity. This seems to be a common misconception; one that I never meant to imply.

Heh, I like how you keep responding with that and everyone else (including me!) keeps ignoring it... maybe we should start a new Elmwood Band thread thread that states very publicly on the front page how you and we have no association to the band.

Anyway, discounting all that, everyone on this site should check this band out.

[DLCSBMMK]

Heh, I like how you keep responding with that and everyone else (including me!) keeps ignoring it... maybe we should start a new Elmwood Band thread thread that states very publicly on the front page how you and we have no association to the band.

Anyway, discounting all that, everyone on this site should check this band out.

I keep saying it because, like you've noted, people keep inferring it from my posts. I don't want it to come off like I'm a member of Elmwood shamelessly promoting myself. I am associated with them but I'm not a band member and I don't hold an official title within the band or their inner-workings. So, I'm simply trying to disassociate myself from them, in that regard, so there is no confusion.

[AntsCrushMe]

this guys freaking rock...a must see. Saw em a few times already and both chicago shows and the Deer Creek side stage this summer!

[DLCSBMMK]

NEW DATES ADDED

April 28, 2010 - 8:00pm Brick Street - Oxford, Ohio

June 18, 2010 - 6:00pm Dave Matthews Band Side Stage - Indianapolis, Indiana
June 19, 2010 - 6:00pm Dave Matthews Band Side Stage - Indianapolis, Indiana

[KevinTH5]

Listening to Waterloo now. So far I like what I hear for the most part. I guess they have a DMB feel but having listened to this one song the first band that came to mind was O.A.R...I do hope that most of there stuff stays away from the O.A.R. sound...because I fucking HATE O.A.R.

OK just heard What Is It For...That's DMB not O.A.R...Man that song is pretty badass.

And if Dreaming Little Things verse isn't early DMB I don't know what is...Good shit though. I think I like these guys.

[bennettr]

These guys are cool. I saw them in blacksburg, va opening for tea leaf (More like, tea leaf was the after show band.) I can't imagine how he writes some of his songs that sound so similar to some DMB stuff. For example, the song "ways of a maid" has a salsa jam with the same chord progression as warehouse aaand they sing "twist and shout" during it - so similar to dmb's louie louie in warehouse. Regardless, they are all really down to earth guys and I would definitely see them again if I get the chance.

[DLCSBMMK]

NEW DATES!

"Dreaming Little Things" album on iTunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/dreaming-little-things/id317201617

www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

April 13, 2010 - 3:00pm Clark University - Worcester, Massachusetts
April 15, 2010 - 8:00pm Cabooze 18+ - Minneapolis, Minnesota
April 21, 2010 - 8:00pm Mothers Pub - Ames, Iowa
April 22, 2010 - 8:00pm Otto’s 21+ - DeKalb, Illinois
April 23, 2010 - 10:00pm Schuba’s - Chicago, Illinois
April 24, 2010 - 8:00pm Intersection Lounge - Grand Rapids, Michigan
April 28, 2010 - 8:00pm Brick Street - Oxford, Ohio

May 1, 2010 - 2:15pm Beale Street Music Festival/Budweiser Stage - Memphis, Tennessee
May 7, 2010 - 8:00pm Wild Wing Cafe 21+ - Savannah, Georgia
May 8, 2010 - 8:00pm Wild Wing Cafe 21+ - Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina

June 4, 2010 - 12:00pm Mountain Jam - Hunter, New York
June 5, 2010 - 8:00pm Water Street Music Hall 16+ - Rochester, New York
June 18, 2010 - 6:00pm Deer Creek - DMB Side Stage - Noblesville, Indiana
June 19, 2010 - 6:00pm Deer Creek - DMB Side Stage - Noblesville, Indiana
June 24, 2010 - 8:00pm Wild Wing Cafe 21+ - Greenville, South Carolina
June 25, 2010 - 8:00pm Wild Wing Cafe 21+ - Wilmington, North Carolina
June 26, 2010 - 8:00pm Wild Wing Cafe 21+ - Hilton Head, South Carolina

July 17, 2010 - 2:45pm RockFest - Mainstage; [Late night afterwards] Cadott, Wisconsin


As always, keep checking this thread for dates; They'll be here when I know about them.

For live taper pulls check:
http://www.archive.org/details/ElmwoodBand

[DLCSBMMK]

Just announced: Elmwood will be playing at Bonnaroo!

[theBLINDmelon]

I think I'll be heading to Schuba's.

[Mr_Walkaway]

Everytime I listen to this band, I want to listen to them more. It's a loop.

[DLCSBMMK]

Everytime I listen to this band, I want to listen to them more. It's a loop.

Keep up with them here:

www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Elmwood-Band/81214135095?ref=ts

http://www.archive.org/details/ElmwoodBand

[dance41nancies]

I purchased their album off amazon - very good stuff. Definite influence from DMB but in a bad way at all. Dare I say this - I like the album Dreaming Little Things more than three DMB studio albums and a couple they don't surpass are almost in the same ball park.

If they tour close to South Dakota, I'd go.

[Tomacco]

Joe Robinson told me he'll be playing with Elmwood at Deer Creek, both nights (DMB sidestage). :multi

[DLCSBMMK]

I purchased their album off amazon - very good stuff. Definite influence from DMB but in a bad way at all. Dare I say this - I like the album Dreaming Little Things more than three DMB studio albums and a couple they don't surpass are almost in the same ball park.

If they tour close to South Dakota, I'd go.

Check this thread every so often; I post all their tour dates.

Joe Robinson told me he'll be playing with Elmwood at Deer Creek, both nights (DMB sidestage). :multi

I did hear that Joe was playing a few dates on this leg of the tour. That should be fun.

[Mr_Walkaway]

Bought CD, haven't stopped listening to it.

If Donnie Marple ever stopped playing with them, I would move to Nashville to be their drummer.

[twodrunkduck]

the music is good, but the vocals hm...messed up

[Mr_Walkaway]

Not that it's specifically related to Elmwood, but you guys should check their drummer out:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6dEVTFDBN0

[VanHorneDog]

re-listening to them, remind me of OAR Part II.

[Mr_Walkaway]

re-listening to them, remind me of OAR Part II.

OAR on crack, maybe...

[VanHorneDog]

OAR on crack, maybe...

not that it is a bad thing. they just sound like OAR/DMB without the college reggae

[LastStop@GreySt]

Hey just checked these guys out. Good shit :thumbsup. Listening to a show on the archive (sideshow for DMB last year). Here's the link: http://www.archive.org/details/elmwood2009-08-01.km184.flac

At first, the DMB comparisons are blinding (and that's just because I'm a huge DMB fan). But these guys are mad talented. Their sound will change, as did DMB's. Their initial sound happens to sound similar to DMB. Looking forward to seeing these guys the first chance I get. Thanks for the thread!

[cry_minarets458]

I bought their CD two weeks ago. I love it. My favorite song is "Tailwind." Great, great tune. I'm looking forward to seeing this guys this year.

[DLCSBMMK]

Be on the look out for more summer dates. I'll post them as soon as I get them.

[Mr_Walkaway]

Hey man, if you're friends with them, can you tell them to hit up central NC sometime? I'd love to see them live, but can't go to Wilmington for one show.

[peterwerner]

amazing band, i really like them, maybe cause they are a bit similar to DMB, but i still like them!

[Turfdoc]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL3kaSXYvHU&feature=related

Watched/Listened to several. Very similar, but very talented people. Loved this one. Really like the tone of his voice. Good playing as well.

[CDuron04]

I can really see that b/c they are all really into DMB. They're more of a live band. When you hear them live, you really don't think 'dave'.

Dude their song samples were from live shows... But anyway Cool music. Very DMB which is good and bad but i am not digging the vocals either. I hate OAR and thats what the guy sounds like... Looks like they are being met with some success which is always super cool so i wish them luck.

[DLCSBMMK]

Dude their song samples were from live shows... But anyway Cool music. Very DMB which is good and bad but i am not digging the vocals either. I hate OAR and thats what the guy sounds like... Looks like they are being met with some success which is always super cool so i wish them luck.

Nearly a year ago (when I posted that), the songs on their myspace were studio cuts.

However, I'm glad you like their music. Keep checking this thread periodically to check tour dates. Perhaps you'd be interested in catching them live?

[TWFootball7]

tour dates?

[cry_minarets458]

Elmwood was fantastic at Deer Creek. Glad I got to see them.

[DLCSBMMK]

tour dates?

For tour dates, check http://www.myspace.com/elmwoodband or check this thread every-so-often. I update them when I find them out.

Elmwood was fantastic at Deer Creek. Glad I got to see them.

Very cool. They got to meet Stefan at Bonnaroo and Rashawn checked their set at Deer Creek and met them. I'm glad you got to check them out.

[DLCSBMMK]

July 15, 2010 - 6:30pm Rathskeller Biergarten Indianapolis, IN
July 17, 2010 - 2:45pm RockFest - Mainstage (2:45pm); Late night following Cadott, WI
July 22, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Mount Pleasant, SC
July 23, 2010 - 9:30pm Tangerine Caribbean Grill 21+ Carolina Beach, NC
July 24, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Columbia, SC

August 26, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Greenville, SC
August 27, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Savannah, GA
August 28, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Head Island, SC

September 8, 2010 - 8:00pm Beachland Ballroom & Tavern Cleveland, OH
September 9, 2010 - 7:30pm Rathskeller Biergarten 21+ Indianapolis, IN
September 10, 2010 - 7:00pm The Intersection Grand Rapids, MI
September 11, 2010 - 10:00pm Club Cafe 21+ Pittsburgh, PA
September 17, 2010 - 6:30pm Cornell College Mt. Vernon, IA
September 18, 2010 - 10:00pm Schubas Chicago, IL


Read more: http://www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

[FunkyTeaParty41]

pretty sure that schubas date (after the dmb show at wrigley) is 18 or 21+. damn.

[DLCSBMMK]

July 15, 2010 - 6:30pm Rathskeller Biergarten Indianapolis, IN
July 17, 2010 - 2:45pm RockFest - Mainstage (2:45pm); Late night following Cadott, WI
July 22, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Mount Pleasant, SC
July 23, 2010 - 9:30pm Tangerine Caribbean Grill 21+ Carolina Beach, NC
July 24, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Columbia, SC

August 26, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Greenville, SC
August 27, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Savannah, GA
August 28, 2010 - 9:30pm Wild Wing Cafe Head Island, SC

September 8, 2010 - 8:00pm Beachland Ballroom & Tavern Cleveland, OH
September 9, 2010 - 7:30pm Rathskeller Biergarten 21+ Indianapolis, IN
September 10, 2010 - 7:00pm The Intersection Grand Rapids, MI
September 11, 2010 - 10:00pm Club Cafe 21+ Pittsburgh, PA
September 17, 2010 - 6:30pm Cornell College Mt. Vernon, IA
September 18, 2010 - 10:00pm Schubas Chicago, IL


Read more: http://www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

September 22, 2010 - 7:00pm The Old Rock House St. Louis, MO
September 23, 2010 - 9:00pm Coe College Cedar Rapids, IA
September 24, 2010 - 7:00pm Western Technical College La Crosse, WI
September 25, 2010 - 8:00pm 7th St. Entry at First Avenue Minnneapolis, MN

October 1, 2010 - 8:00pm Southgate House Newport (Cincy area), KY
October 2, 2010 - 9:00pm Nick's Riverside West Lafayette, IN

[Mr_Walkaway]

....and still nothing in NC that I can make :-/

Oh well, maybe next year.

[DLCSBMMK]

....and still nothing in NC that I can make :-/

Oh well, maybe next year.

Where in NC are you located? If you don't mind me asking...

[DLCSBMMK]

October 3, 2010 - 7:00pm Third & Lindsley 18+ Nashville, TN
October 14, 2010 - 9:00pm Peachtree Tavern Atlanta, GA
October 15, 2010 - 9:00pm Karma Greenville, SC
October 16, 2010 - 9:00pm The Soapbox Wilmington, NC

[Mr_Walkaway]

Where in NC are you located? If you don't mind me asking...

Central NC. If they had a show in Greensboro or Winston Salem, I wouldn't miss it. If they were in the Charlotte or Raleigh area, I'd make every possible effort to get there.

I had thought they had posted something about getting more NC shows up in October and November at one time.

[DLCSBMMK]

Central NC. If they had a show in Greensboro or Winston Salem, I wouldn't miss it. If they were in the Charlotte or Raleigh area, I'd make every possible effort to get there.

I had thought they had posted something about getting more NC shows up in October and November at one time.

They have not yet scheduled November dates that I know of. I hope they do schedule a NC/SC swing because that means I'll likely be able to see them again as well.

[DMBBroncos]

God damn it! I missed them in my city (Cedar Rapids) by literally a couple hours! Just found them. Fuck! They're pretty good. Let them know they need to come back very very soon.

[DMBBroncos]

Nevermind the 23rd is tomorrow haha im a dumbass. How much are tickets?

[DLCSBMMK]

Nevermind the 23rd is tomorrow haha im a dumbass. How much are tickets?

Not sure. I can't imagine them being more than 10-15 bucks though.

[DMBBroncos]

Wow, they were great! Got to meet Rusty after the show and let him know the reason I know about them and was there (and even bought a cd) was cause his cousin was out here promoting his ass off on the dmb message boards ha. He said "that's it cuz, nice!"

[DLCSBMMK]

Wow, they were great! Got to meet Rusty after the show and let him know the reason I know about them and was there (and even bought a cd) was cause his cousin was out here promoting his ass off on the dmb message boards ha. He said "that's it cuz, nice!"

Nice. :thumbsup

[DLCSBMMK]

October 3, 2010 - 7:00pm Third & Lindsley 18+ Nashville, TN
October 14, 2010 - 9:00pm Peachtree Tavern Atlanta, GA [

Added/Revised Tour Dates

October 15, 2010 - 9:00pm Lagoon Field w/ Medeski, Martin & Wood Hampden Sydney, VA
October 23, 2010 - 8:30pm House of Blues w/ Umphreys Mcgee Cleveland, OH
October 28, 2010 - 7:00pm The Canopy Club w/ Umphrey's Mcgee Urbana, IL
October 29, 2010 - 7:00pm Der Rathskeller, University of Wiconsin Madison, WI

[ProudMonkey65]

Alright, I apologize in advanced if I'm stepping on toes here, but I can't post threads and didn't know where else to post it.. I'm just promoting my buddies band.. Local Chicago Southside band called "Safe Haven"..and I believe their single is called "Leaving On A Monday".. here is a link to download their new EP.. just type in the code NYNEG. Thanks! lemme know what ya think?

http://www.bandsonabudget.com/downloads/safehaven

[liljoey90]

Added/Revised Tour Dates

October 15, 2010 - 9:00pm Lagoon Field w/ Medeski, Martin & Wood Hampden Sydney, VA
October 23, 2010 - 8:30pm House of Blues w/ Umphreys Mcgee Cleveland, OH
October 28, 2010 - 7:00pm The Canopy Club w/ Umphrey's Mcgee Urbana, IL
October 29, 2010 - 7:00pm Der Rathskeller, University of Wiconsin Madison, WI


I just checked them out online, they sound awesome! I like that they sound similar to DMB. Do you know if they plan on coming to NY anytime soon?

[DLCSBMMK]

I just checked them out online, they sound awesome! I like that they sound similar to DMB. Do you know if they plan on coming to NY anytime soon?

Right now, they don't have any New York dates scheduled that I know of. However, I don't believe they have scheduled many dates in the latter portion of January or the following months in 2011.

Check this thread every-so-often as I update the tour dates whenever I hear of them.

[Dorothy456]

Upcoming Shows:

Jul 10, 2009 Forecastle Festival - East Stage, Louisville, Kentucky 9:30pm

Jul 12, 2009 All Good Music Festival - Grassroots Stage, Masontown, West Virginia 11:00am

Jul 24, 2009 Paducah Music Festival - Carson Center Lawn, Paducah, Kentucky 7:30pm

Jul 25, 2009 Rathskeller-Biergarten w/ Lloyd Dobler Effect, Indianapolis, Indiana 6:00pm

Jul 31, 2009 Verizon Wireless Center/Dave Matthews Band Side Stage, Noblesville, Indiana 6:00pm

Aug 1, 2009 Verizon Wireless Center/Dave Matthews Band Side Stage, Noblesville, Indiana 6:00pm


Nice posting Man ............

[dmb27364041]

:thumbsdow I disagree with everything about this band. Talented individuals. But please be original if you want to be an original band. Thanks.

[DLCSBMMK]

Elmwood will be featured on The Rock Boat XI cruise.

January 6 - 8:00pm Rock Boat XI Tampa, FL
January 7 - 8:00pm Rock Boat XI Tampa, FL
January 8 - 8:00pm Rock Boat XI Tampa, FL
January 9 - 8:00pm Rock Boat XI Tampa, FL
January 10 - 8:00pm Rock Boat XI Tampa, FL

For more information, visit:

http://www.therockboat.com/

&

www.elmwoodband.com

www.myspace.com/elmwoodband

[Mr_Walkaway]

:thumbsdow I disagree with everything about this band. Talented individuals. But please be original if you want to be an original band. Thanks.

Heh. Okay, thanks for the advice, sir.

[zconner2]

Too much sax. If they toned down the sax the songs wouldn't get old as quick.

I've been listening to them or a week or so now..a lottt of potential here

[Andrew4Bama]

Got a message from some Elmwood page on Facebook that they created an board. http://elmwoodband.proboards.com

[liljoey90]

I heard Elmwood broke up, is this all true?

[DLCSBMMK]

I heard Elmwood broke up, is this all true?

Not entirely. They disbanded from their former form (Acoustic Guitar, Sax, Bass, Drums). The singer/acoustic guitarist and drummer stayed together, and have recently added, or at least are in the process of adding, a bassist, keyboardist, and electric guitarist.

You can read all about Elmwood news and information from the fan-run form (downgraded ants, haha) here:

www.elmwoodband.proboards.com

A brief review of the posts on the board (including from the band themselves) will get you up to date.

[Mr_Walkaway]

Here's their updated facebook page if anyone's interested:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ruston-Kelly-the-Commonwealth/113296432087125

[Lynchmobb41]

I really like the song Wood Duck!

[Mr_Walkaway]

I really like the song Wood Duck!

Yeah, Wood Duck is pretty awesome. I like Snakebite a lot as well, especially when the jam out the mid section.

[Mr_Walkaway]

Looks like Rusty is going a different direction with things now. Here's his newest facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ruston-Kelly/294163590603320