The Black Crowes

[suites]

A real shame that I hey are not playing together. I've seen CRB and not even in same league as the Black Crowes

 

Imagine how great they could be if they gave a shit and played 2.5-3 hour shows like our boys Wilco do. They have a HOF back catalog and know how to pick covers. Ever hear their cover of Girl from the north country

[Vacant Horizon]

Yeah, the bass player is definitely a straight ahead bass player - but it suited the music fine, last night. Also he was ok in the mix, last night.

 

Good to hear.  Last time a I saw them was outside, so sound wasn't the best.  I'm seeing them in Nov.  I'm getting spoiled as they come around 2 times a year.  I've seen them so many times.  Better each time.  Saw Betty at show last fall.  There is supposed to be an official release of some Betty Blends again, but not heard any more about it.  

 

Regarding Casal, he is just one cool dude.  Great stage presence and not flashy.  Just stands up there and plays, like my favorite bands :-).  Don't think I've heard him play a B-Bender.  Can't wait!  He's in 3 of my current favorite bands...Circles Around the Sun, CRB and Hardworking Americans.  Crazy!

[Analogman]

A real shame that I hey are not playing together. I've seen CRB and not even in same league as the Black Crowes

 

Imagine how great they could be if they gave a shit and played 2.5-3 hour shows like our boys Wilco do. They have a HOF back catalog and know how to pick covers. Ever hear their cover of Girl from the north country

 

Almost:

 

 

Rich Robinson will reunite with former Black Crowes members Marc Ford, Eddie Harsch and Sven Pipien to go along with Joe Magistro, Matt Slocum, Adrien Reju and Katrine Ottosen for The Magpie Salute.

 

The new project will make their debut on January 19 at Gramercy Theatre in New York performing songs from The Black Crowes catalog, solo material from Robinson and Ford along with other tunes.

 

“The name The Magpie Salute comes from a superstition based in the UK,” Robinson said about the band’s name. “There are many variations, but the version I’m drawn to is the belief that if you see a Magpie, you would do well to salute it ‘to ward off negativity, or to have a good day.’”

 

Robinson also touched on the decision to recruit former Black Crowes members for the band. “I wanted to try something different. I wanted to hear this music with two drummers, two keyboard players, and multiple singers. I, and everyone involved, love playing music. Not only on our own, in The Crowes and in my band, but playing music in general. We want to make music again together with a fresh perspective.”

 

Pre-sale tickets will be available October 19 followed by a general on-sale October 21. All ticketing information is available here.

[Shug]

For those that know, this speaks volumes.  I knew this was coming, hallelujah!

 

 

Rich Robinson—singer-songwriter-guitarist and co-founding member of The Black Crowes—has announced the formation of THE MAGPIE SALUTE. It’s an exciting new band that brings together four key members of The Black Crowes—Rich, guitarist/vocalist, guitarist Marc Ford, keyboardist Eddie Harsch, and bassist Sven Pipien—with members of Rich’s own band: drummer Joe Magistro, keyboardist Matt Slocum, and backing vocalists Adrien Reju and Katrine Ottosen, along with some other friends.

THE MAGPIE SALUTE will be unveiled January 19 when they headline the Gramercy Theatre in New York, performing songs from The Black Crowes catalog, solo material from Rich and Marc plus “whatever else may materialize,” says Rich. Pre-sale tickets will be available October 19, followed by the general on-sale October 21: See link below and watch the video trailer here.

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/00005150D3CD36D9

“The name The Magpie Salute comes from a superstition based in the UK,” explains Rich about the band’s moniker. “There are many variations, but the version I’m drawn to is the belief that if you see a Magpie, you would do well to salute it “to ward off negativity, or to have a good day.” The way you salute the Magpie, based on some traditions is to say ‘Good Mornin' Captain.’ The reason we salute is to show we're unarmed, or what I like to say is ‘we come in peace.’ The Magpie falls within the Crowe umbrella of species, figuratively and literally. Magpies can be black and white which represents the light and the dark. I figured all of these things touch on many aspects of my life and this experience.”

Asked about THE MAGPIE SALUTE’s multiple players and singers, Rich says, “I wanted to try something different. I wanted to hear this music with two drummers, two keyboard players, and multiple singers. I, and everyone involved, love playing music. Not only on our own, in The Crowes and in my band, but playing music in general. We want to make music again together with a fresh perspective. To present this music I wrote in a different light with these amazing players is going to be really special to me.”

Will the Gramercy Theatre show have the songs and improvisational flights that The Black Crowes were famous for? “Absolutely, that's what we do when we get together,” says Marc. “Now the vocal position will obviously be different... it opens other places to go with different singers. The bottom line for me is that we love playing together; we have a respect for what we've done together and for all of the people that want to hear it.”

THE MAGPIE SALUTE marks the reunion of the Robinson and Ford guitar team. (Ford left The Black Crowes after their fourth album and 1997 Further Festival tour.) “The Crowes have had their share of guitar players,” says Rich. “Each one has been really cool to play with and each one has brought their own unique playing to the band. That being said, I personally feel that Marc and I have a very deep musical connection. The way he and I played together on those records really showcases that musical bond. As I get older I realize what a gift it is to play with people with whom you share that language of music.” Reflecting about their deep musical connection, Marc says: “It's one of those things that was there before we met. Musically we were already family.”

The seeds were planted for THE MAGPIE SALUTE in August 2016 when Rich performed in Woodstock (New York) at Applehead Studio where he’s recorded his last three albums. “Sven Pipien has been playing with me on my current tour. So for fun I decided to invite Marc and Eddie from the original Crowes lineup to join us. It turned out to be such a cool, cathartic, and inspirational experience for us all. We all have such a strong musical connection from that band. Most importantly we all have a life's worth of family experience together. We've travelled the world together, seen a lot of far out experiences, playing with our heroes, emotional ups and downs, all wrapped within a very unique life experience, which is the thread that has always kept the connection together.” Marc says about the show at Applehead Studios: “The playing was an amazing second to seeing their faces.”

THE MAGPIE SALUTE chose NYC for their first show because, says Rich, “New York has always been really supportive of me and the Crowes. I thought it would be a great place to unveil this.”

[calvino]

I wonder if Rich asked Gorman.

[Analogman]

He is probably too tied up with his radio show.

 

I also wonder when the new Trigger Hippy album will come out.

[suites]

I wonder if Rich asked Gorman.

I was thinking that as well...considering that he went to back for Gorman on the pay issues.

 

They should get Rod Stewart to lead band

[Shug]

I wonder if Rich asked Gorman.

The "two drummers" comment Rich made in his press release would indicate that he wants Steve and has probably asked him.  i would guess that Steve has not committed yet.  He might show up as  special guest or join the band later, like he did for the 2005 reunion.

[SteveMck]

Very interesting, I'm certainly intrigued by this.  I assume they will add more dates?  Maybe release a record?

[Analogman]

 

It is with the saddest of hearts that we bid farewell to our dear friend Eddie Harsch. Eddie was a brilliant musician, with a beautiful heart. We should remember Eddie for his music, his great sense of humor, and his positive outlook on life.

We ask that everyone please respect the privacy of Eddie's family at this time. Let's honor him by celebrating his musical contributions to the world, and by sending positive thoughts and prayers to him and his family. Our hearts will forever remain with our musical brother.

[suites]

 

 

It is with the saddest of hearts that we bid farewell to our dear friend Eddie Harsch. Eddie was a brilliant musician, with a beautiful heart. We should remember Eddie for his music, his great sense of humor, and his positive outlook on life.

We ask that everyone please respect the privacy of Eddie's family at this time. Let's honor him by celebrating his musical contributions to the world, and by sending positive thoughts and prayers to him and his family. Our hearts will forever remain with our musical brother.

 

SHIT...that stinks....always seemed like a happy guy....I know he had his troubles with "stuff".

[Analogman]

I would think Rich would not bring him and Marc in if they were trashed. But - what do I know. I have always wondered what he was up to all these years. I have seen scary videos of Marc and what he has been into.

[nalafej]

oh no. terrible news.

[calvino]

Yeah - terrible news.

[nalafej]

Man, I put on Descending in his honor. Excellent tune. RIP EH

[Analogman]

Steve talked about Ed on his show:

 

Ed Tribute

[calvino]

Ha! Was listening to this as I came into this thread -- nice piece.

[Analogman]

It was heavy.

[nalafej]

Steve talked about Ed on his show:

 

Ed Tribute

 

Thanks for sharing. That was a great tribute. I laughed out loud and then nearly came to tears by the end.

[SteveMck]

Steve talked about Ed on his show:

 

Ed Tribute

Yes, thank you for posting.  Gorman's tone was perfect, very nice tribute, great mix of humor and sentiment.

[Analogman]

I hope he writes a book some day. I use to listen to his show when it was just a podcast. There was more talk about music and whatnot then.

 

He talks some more about Ed around 39 and towards the end at 1:12 minutes.

 

Steve Gorman Sports

[calvino]

Interesting video for CRB's ""Forever As The Moon" tune -- have been on a Game of Thrones kick the last two weeks, so it reminds of the show.

 

Really starting to like this group, which makes the Crowes' hiatus/ending easier. Need to catch a Rich show at some point...

 

http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/7597391/chris-robinson-brotherhood-video-forever-as-the-moon-alan-forbes

[Lammycat]

Interesting video for CRB's ""Forever As The Moon" tune -- have been on a Game of Thrones kick the last two weeks, so it reminds of the show.

 

Really starting to like this group, which makes the Crowes' hiatus/ending easier. Need to catch a Rich show at some point...

 

http://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/7597391/chris-robinson-brotherhood-video-forever-as-the-moon-alan-forbes

I missed Rich and Luther Dickinson a month or so ago here (school night). I really like his latest album, though.

[Analogman]

I decided not to buy the recent EP as I can't get into the last album. Speaking of the Black Crowes - there is a guy putting up a bunch of 95/96 shows up at bt.etree.org. Supposedly - a lot of the shows are uncirculated or have not been out and around for a while.

[calvino]

I decided not to buy the recent EP as I can't get into the last album. Speaking of the Black Crowes - there is a guy putting up a bunch of 95/96 shows up at bt.etree.org. Supposedly - a lot of the shows are uncirculated or have not been out and around for a while.

 

Notice those shows - haven't downloaded them, yet.

 

I enjoyed the latest releases -- granted I borrowed them both from my library and did not purchase them  ---- though my philosophy on that sort of stuff, is that my tax dollars help purchase it...and I am sticking with that philosophy until my kids are out of private pre-school/day care and such).