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“The times they are a-changin’.” Leave it to Dylan. If you want to sum up a time, a place, an emotion – any time, place or emotion - Bob Dylan is the man for the job. The times are changing. As of this week, we’ve got a new President and with him we’ve got a new vision. Fear and Shame are being packed up and replaced with Hope and Change. We believe in the power of music and as this world continues to change, we’re out there searching for new sounds to fill your soul. That’s why if you look at JamBase this month you’ll see features on Animal Collective, one of the most innovating, exciting bands on the scene, Jessica Lea Mayfield, a young teenage singer-songwriter bound for the big time, as well as Toubab Krewe, The Rosebuds, Umphrey’s McGee and our 2008 Band of The Year: My Morning Jacket. All of these acts bring something new to the conversation. And it’s our belief that with a little help from a leader we believe in, all this new music will allow us to find our way in these ever-changing times. With eyes forward and ears open we’re moving towards the light, get on board! |
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Join The Dead on their first tour in five years. Tickets go on sale this weekend – see details below
4/12- Greensboro NC- Onsale 1/24
4/14- Washington, DC- Onsale 1/23
4/15- Charlottesville, VA- Onsale 1/23
4/17- Albany, NY- Onsale 1/24
4/18- Worcester, MA- Onsale 1/24
4/19- Worcester, MA- Onsale 1/24
4/21- Buffalo, NY- Onsale 1/24
4/22- Wilkes-Barre, PA- Onsale 1/24
4/24- Uniondale, NY- Onsale 1/24
4/25- New York, NY- Onsale 1/24
4/26- Hartford, CT- Onsale 1/23
4/28- E. Rutherford, NJ- Onsale 1/24
4/29- E. Rutherford, NJ- Onsale 1/24
5/1- Philadelphia, PA- Onsale 1/24
5/2- Philadelphia, PA- Onsale 1/24
5/5- Chicago, IL- Onsale 1/24
5/7- Denver, CO- Onsale 1/24
5/9- Los Angeles, CA- Onsale 1/24
5/10- Mountainview, CA- Onsale 1/25 |
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EAGLES OF DEATH METAL
Josh Homme and crew come screaming into the US after a short European tune up and they are ready to show you what they can do... Don't miss them on this tour. |
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DAR WILLIAMS
Melodic story-songs are Dar Williams specialty and she showcases them on this tour along side the talented Josh Radin and Jesse Harris. A serious triple threat... |
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BLK JKS
 You will soon be hearing much more from BLK JKS. Rising from the streets of Johannesburg, South Africa, they’ve been called “dub-metal,” “Afro-punk,” “post-Afrobeat” and you might be able to consider them some sort of slammed together amalgamation of TV on the Radio, Yeasayer, Liquid Liquid and Fela. But those are just boxes for writers and publicists to wrap up ideas beyond our normal lexicon. Like anything genuinely new and groundbreaking, there are no easy words to describe BLK JKS. You’d be far better served to just light one up and let the shifting silver beats, huge guitars, minor chord drones, and psychedelic bombast wash across your dome. After a chance meeting with super-producer Diplo in Africa, BLK JKS came to the U.S. in 2008 for a string of shows. The massive success led to a recording session at NYC’s Electric Lady studios. Produced by The Secret Machines’ Brandon Curtis, who came to the band as a fan, the MYSTERY EP will be released on March 10 through Secretly Canadian. Get a taste of what’s to come on MySpace. Give them a listen on MySpace. |
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If you are the kind of person that never has enough music in your diet and your tastes cover all the classics from blues to country to jazz to r&b, then Damn Fine Day is for you. Every day their resident experts email you a classic deep album track along with an accompanying anecdote about the song/album. Just this week there have been classics from Aretha, Curtis Mayfield, Mott the Hoople, The Time and Dire Straits. Check them out and raise your "High Fidelity" IQ. www.damnfineday.com
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The JamBase Store
 Looking for some hot new threads to wear in 2009 to a show? Look no further, we have just launched a merchandise store with some great new designs. We have everything from T-shirts to hats to mugs. Check out our New JamBase Store and be sure to keep an eye out for our upcoming fresh new designs! |
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Umphrey's McGee: Power to the People
 With a brand new album full of never before heard songs and a revolutionary pre-order campaign that allows fans to “unlock” exclusive material, Umphrey's McGee is harnessing the power of their community. Released on Inauguration Day, Mantis finds the band advancing as songwriters while retaining their patented razor sharp compositions. Like America herself, Umphrey’s McGee is moving into a brave new world… More |
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| Toubab Krewe: Crossing Divides |
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This truly international band discusses their new live album, the shape shifting nature of their Afro-inspired mélange and how it's all about doing what you want in the new century… More |
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| Band of the Year: My Morning Jacket |
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We sit down with Jim James for a deep conversation in search of MMJ's inspiration. Come along for a look at the Jacket you haven't yet seen. This is JamBase's Band of the Year... More |
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Umphrey's McGee Deluxe Mantis Prize Pack Giveaway!
 To celebrate the release of Mantis, the new album from Umphrey's McGee, SCI Fidelity and JamBase are giving away a Mantis deluxe prize pack. The deluxe package includes: a copy of Mantis on CD, a copy of Mantis on 180g vinyl, a DVD that includes the Umphrey's McGee 10th Anniversary Retrospective and other unreleased videos, a Mantis poster, and some other treats from the Umphrey's HQ, all in a hand-signed Mantis box set. Not all package contents will be the same, and in each you will find some personal additions from the band members themselves. More |
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People Really Do Win Contests!
"Thank you, I am looking forward to the show! Happy Holidays!"
Matisyahu Festival of Light VIP Giveaway!
- Spencer Z.
"I am so excited to be a winner!"
Taj Mahal Signed Guitar Giveaway!
- Lindsey M.
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