Interview with Fuzz and Carrie Sangiovanni from Caravan of Thieves; Playing Catskill Chill
Bridgeport, Ct.’s Caravan of Thieves are heading to Catskill Chill this next month, and what a spectacle they’ll be bringing with them! Formed in 2008 by husband/wife team Fuzz and Carrie Sangiovanni, the quartet plays a style of gypsy inspired music that is certain to entertain Hancock, NY come September.
With as many albums under their belt as years active, Caravan of Thieves are keeping a steady pace in bringing their sounds to the crowd. With a focus on audience participation and interaction, the group strives to get the crowd involved in the music, making the experience truly interactive for those who wish to help them create a fun and festive atmosphere.
Interview with Travis Paparoski from FiKus; Playing Catskill Chill
Electo-Funkadelic-Hip-Rock. Ok, I can get into that! River Vale, NJ’s Fikus is the official host band for all of the official Catskill Chill pre-parties for 2012, and that’s no short order to fill, so expect a wild time if you get to check them out. The 5 piece’s meshing of acoustic and electronic instrumentation in their songs exemplifies a strong desire to forge a bond between the two mediums, and their performances take fans on a wild ride full of energy and sonic bursts.
Interview with Yellow Dogs from Iran; Playing “Made in Iran” event in NYC next week.
Yellow Dogs are a 4-piece post-punk band from Iran who are not legally allowed to play in their home country. As it turns out, the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance deems their music unfit for their conservative society, and the band will be arrested if they go home. If you would, I’d like you to re-read and think about that for a moment. It’s cool… The post will still be here when you’re done. Read More…
Zoogma Interview with Ryan Nall; Playing Catskill Chill
Oxford, Mississippi 4-piece Zoogma are hitting it very hard right now. What the fuck is a Zoogma, you ask? I couldn’t tell you, but they appear to be taking the wildly popular live-electronic music scene by storm. Offering a blend of rock, electronic, and hip hop, each member of the group incorporates both acoustic and sequenced instruments to deliver highly energetic sets. Not afraid to improvise, the group boasts of a strong ability to jam over their detailed beats, too.
moe.down 13 – 8/10-12 in Turin, NY
Get ready for Moe.Down! Now in its 13th year, the long running jam rockers are set to rage out in a very familiar place this year. Returning to Snow Ridge Ski Resort in Turin, NY, Moe. will bring their dedicated followers and fun loving people from all around to just a short drive from wherever you may be (Alaska not included). But why wait until Labor Day for all the excitement when you can have it even sooner this year?
Moe.Down 13 will now take place on August 10-12, right in the prime of summertime! Certain to have all the bells and whistles you know and love them for, Moe. and Co. always promise a great weekend of musical entertainment, friendly folks, and plenty to keep you occupied on the grounds. Just check out the lineup for 2012!
