The Dead South combines a unique sound with their fantastic storytelling lyrics to produce this fantastic album that has songs that are both fun and upbeat as well as sorrowful. For your event’s refund or credit eligibility visit your account or learn more about options for canceled, rescheduled and postponed events. They ended up with their own version of the bluegrass genre. Songs Sort by: Bestselling. The numbers are adding up for this Billboard charting, JUNO Award winning, Next Big Sound Trendsetting, Road Gold certified band. Directed by Craig Ross Jr.. With Matthew Marsden, Samuel Hunt, John Savage, Elizabeth McLaughlin. "[17], Chris Conaton of PopMatters gave it an 8/10, praising the diversity of the themes and the manner in which it incorporated different styles of music: "Sugar and Joy shows there's a lot of life in the corner of roots music where playing loud and fast while also leaving room for slower, more nuanced songs is considered a great combination. They agreed that they wanted to perform their own version of traditional folk and bluegrass. Though the song and respective album were released in 2015, they appeared in the Top 50 on the Billboard music charts and on the Top 20 on US iTunes overall chart during December 2017.[1]. The Dead South is a folk-bluegrass musical ensemble based in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Please hold on to your tickets as they will be honored at the rescheduled show. Cool venue. The Dead South (CAN) recorded their video for their bandsong at and around Orange Blossom Special 2015 [11] Freitas of MusicExistence notes the "evil twin" comparison, but considers that, with Good Company, the band stands on its own merit in the folk world. The Dead South - In Hell I'll Be In Good Company (World Wide Dance Party Edition) Over the course of two full-length albums, it's true that the villainous, murderous match-strikers and revenge-takers outnumber those with good intentions, but in the end, no heinous act goes unpunished. It's nice to hear an album that embraces the core tenets of 21st-century Americana (or Canadiana, in the Dead South's case) while still doing their own thing. Read more. Release Date April 26, 2014. Search at Ticketmaster.com, the number one source for concerts, sports, arts, theater, theatre, broadway shows, family event tickets on online. One person found this helpful. Hope to see Dead South again they were GREAT!! In classic Dead South fashion, a woman takes too many pills and murders her husband, before she comes to and realizes what she's done” describes Hilts, as their type of humor. The five songs offered in the EP reminded Funk of alternative bands attempting to play bluegrass music and succeeding beyond expectations. [4], The band toured extensively and repeatedly in Canada and Europe. Loved the club. Helpful. The Dead South is a quartet with a big sound, even when they are only using Danny Kenyon's cello and Colton Crawford's banjo and kick drum. To date, The Dead South have released one EP - The Ocean Went Mad and We Were to Blame (2013), and three studio albums: Good Company (2014), Illusion and Doubt (2016), and Sugar & Joy (2019). The sound, build on a taut configuration of cello, mandolin, banjo and guitar, speeds like a train past polite definitions of bluegrass into the grittier, rowdier spaces of the traditional world. Written By Nate Hilts, Scott Pringle, Danny Kenyon & 1 more. [11], Illusion and Doubt was the band's second album, and was noted for its eccentric lyricism, and unusual musical influences, including its usage of a cello. Opening band The Hooten Hallers also fantastic. The band was initially formed in 2012 as a quartet by Nate Hilts (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Scott Pringle (guitar, mandolin, vocals), Danny Kenyon (cello, vocals) and Colton Crawford (banjo). Much better than I expected my husband listen to the band I wasn't real familiar with them you can tell they've been playing together for a long time excellent musicians and great performers, Regardless of your favorite genre, you will love this show. Fusing a gritty punk ethos with traditional bluegrass and old-time string band music, Canadian ensemble the Dead South emerged out of Saskatchewan's prairie-bordered capital city, Regina. After almost 2 years of absence from the band, Colton "Crawdaddy" Crawford returned to the lineup, replacing Doyle as banjoist. While the band played various venues, they would sell what would eventually become their self-released EP The Ocean Went Mad and We Were to Blame. [15], By March 2019, Good Company and Illusion and Doubt had sold 90,000 physical copies, and The Dead South's songs had a total of 55 million streams on Spotify. Email Address. [1] The album contains a total of 14 tracks, including a rendition of Banjo Odyssey, which previously appeared on The Ocean Went Mad and We Were to Blame. [19] The Dead South again received a Juno Award for best Traditional Roots Album of the Year in 2020 for "Sugar & Joy", and performed via livestream during the virtual award ceremony. [5] Crawford learned banjo and Pringle learned how to play the mandolin to supplement his guitar. "[13], Amanda Hathers, of CanadianBeats, opines that, while the album provides "the traditional folk/country experience, chock full of banjo plucking, twang and impressive harmonies, the band's ability to make the music entertaining and engaging is impressive. [7], In July 2020, allegations surfaced accusing Danny Kenyon of sexual misconduct. Festivalpark Werchter - Werchter, Belgium, Knitting Factory Concert House - Spokane - Spokane, WA, Big Sky Brewing Company Amphitheater - Missoula, MT, Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park - Grand Junction, CO, By continuing past this page, you agree to our, options for canceled, rescheduled and postponed events. Would definitely head there again. Frometa opines that The Dead South strive to create a sarcastic sound all their own. The album was very well received critically, reaching #1 on the American bluegrass charts. On this album there's not a duff or filler track, but Honey you is my favourite. "[26], The Dead South said they were taking steps to be "part of the solution," including supporting victims organizations, discussing the impact of their song "Banjo Odyssey," implementing training for band and team members and creating a code of conduct to adhere to. [1] Miss Mary in particular, serves as an atypical and surprising example of folk music as interpreted by The Dead South and Hard Day showcases Hilts' grit and power as vocalist. "[24], MusicCrowns.org reviewer James Cooke suggests that the band's "gritty vocals, aggressive guitar strumming, mandolin chops, banjo licks and a steady kick drum to fuse it all together," to deliver a unique sound that doesn't exactly fit the traditional definition of bluegrass. Their live performance was OVER THE TOP FABULOUS! Currently one of the hottest tickets on both sides of the Atlantic, The Dead South's rise to touring juggernaut status is in part a very modern music biz fairytale, an algorithm-breaking success story in a one hundred-million view youtube hit. Official Music Videos. [26] The three incidents question took place between 2007 and 2015. In August 2020 Kenyon left the band, following sexual abuse allegations.[2][3]. "[26], Six Shooter Records, who represent The Dead South, released a statement on 19 August saying in a discussion about the song "Banjo Odyssey" "and our responsibility as a record label with respect to both artistic expression and social responsibility." All staff, artists, crew, and agents were invited and encouraged to participate.[26]. - Danny Kenyon, cellist of The Dead South "In Hell I’ll Be in Good Company" Track Info. Vinyl: $31.42 MP3: $9.49. Peter Churchill of Americana UK gave the album a 9/10, writing "There is a feeling, when first listening to the album, of anticipation, of wondering in what direction these bunch of outrageously talented musicians might head with the next track. Boots, the album's first track, begins soft and quiet before picking up speed before its end. The Dead South: Good Company", "The Dead South "Illusion & Doubt" (DevilDuck, 2018)", "The Dead South's 'Sugar and Joy' Is One of 2019's Most Entertaining Albums", "Here Are All the Winners From the 2020 Juno Awards", "Canadian Bluegrass Band The Dead South Release New Album Illusion And Doubt", "The Dead South 'Illusion & Doubt' (album stream)", "Is The Dead South's 'In Hell I'll Be In Good Company' bluegrass or not? After the grunge band's demise, Colton Crawford and Scott Pringle joined what would become the Regina-based band The Dead South. Certain award groups do not simply award one winner. Leave a tip for The Dead South's Road Crew: [26][27], The lyrical content of The Dead South's song "Banjo Odyssey" off their 2014 album Good Company has been in question since its release, but became more so following the allegations being published. In the wake of the American Civil War two vampires rise and fight to reclaim their land from the inhabitants of a sleepy Southern town. Just discovered this band, this was our 1st time seeing them. AllMusic reviewer Timothy Monger considers that tradition to be "a gritty punk ethos with traditional bluegrass and old-time string band music"[21], In their review of Good Company, Sputnik Music notes that the band includes songs about the usual: lovin', cheatin', killin' and drinkin'." Sign Up [6] On tour, Danny Kenyon was occasionally replaced on cello by Erik Mehlsen, owing to Kenyon's career in engineering. Good Company's single "In Hell, I'll Be in Good Company", produced by Orion Paradis at SoulSound studio, was created along with a video on YouTube, and is credited as contributing to the breakthrough release for the band. [25], Cooke notes that The Dead South's release of "In Hell, I'll Be in Good Company" is labelled as bluegrass, but has caused fans to question whether the label is appropriate or not. From Banjo Odyssey to Travelin' Man, and everything in between, The Dead South were dead on! Opening acts were entertaining and impressive and the Dead South totally rocked the place. Sugar and Joy is one of the most entertaining albums I've heard in 2019. Nate Hilts and Scott Pringle harmonize beautifully, and Danny Kenyon sings as great as he plays cello - and he can play the hell out of that cello. Will definitely see them every time they come into town and would even travel to see them. What one will find quickly while listening to the LP is that The Dead South are master storytellers that really know how to bring a song to life". CD: $12.98. Top Albums Good Company The Dead South. goffredi Foot thumping fun, puts a smile on my face every time I hear the dead south. The Dead South perform their song "That Bastard Son" live and unplugged.A LaMosiqa Oneshot.http://www.thedeadsouth.comhttp://www.lamosiqa.com Through partnerships with ethical ticket resellers, The Dead South are helping fans fight back against shady secondary ticket markets, and have become, in their success, a model of fan-first artist citizenship. The Dead South. [8] On August 19th 2020, Kenyon left the band.[2][3][8]. RJ Frometa, of Vents Magazine, notes the odd clothing style – referred to by the band itself as "their distinctive hillbilly cum pioneer look"[22] – as well, considering them "fun, modern-day hillbillies who marry an incredible stage presence with their distinct country twang that includes banjos, mandolins, a cello, guitars, whistles, finger snapping and occasionally some head banging." [27] The band began training the band and crew on consent, professional conduct, and creating safer spaces for our fans an the team. 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