Musical Meditation
My younger brother Austin.
The Colin Trio and the Tree Top Tribe
I was so excited to watch and listen to The Colin Trio and the Tree Top Tribe play this past Wednesday. When I saw these two bands play for the first time I was stoked to say the least! They have a classic-vintage-sexy sound with a performance filled of energy, swagger, and enjoyment; a connection I crave. Enjoy my visual representation of the musicians as they perform as The Colin Trio and Tree Top Tribe!
Local Bands, The Colin Trio and the Tree Top Tribe perform at the LaurelThirst Public House on Wednesday January 8th, 2014.
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THE COLIN TRIO
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About Tree Top Tribe
Sit easily on a tree top and listen. You’ll no doubt want to join their tribe. – Paula Small of KBOO.
Current Lineup:
Mick Schafer – Vocals & Guitar
D.A. Wiley – Guitar & Mando
Tom Esch – Fiddle & Guitar
Colin Hogan – Keys
Brian Link – Bass
Matt Ramsdell – Da Drums
Tom Esch – Fiddle, Guitar
Biography
Tree Top Tribe grew out of kindred spirits coming together in Portland, Oregon to create an eclectic mix of blues, folk rock, bluegrass, and jazz – their rootsy sound engages the audience in a foot stomping, head nodding journey lead by their “great voice, great lyrics and great energy” – Paula’s Picks KBOO.
Mixing cello, banjo, fiddle and other traditional instrumentation, each of Tree Top Tribe’s songs brings something different and original to the listener. The music is influenced by American roots artists such as Richie Havens, Bob Dylan, the Blind Boys of Alabama, the Band and Muddy Waters but each song has its own flavor.
Their first CD, “The Blackberry Jam Sessions”, was recorded, mixed and produced by Dean Baskerville at Portland’s famed Kung Fu Bakery , where Dean has cut tracks with Everclear, Pink Martini, Sherly Crow and other world class artists.
“Sit easily on a tree top and listen. You’ll no doubt want to join their tribe.” – Paula Small of KBOO
Tree Top Tribe supports philanthropy. Some organizations they have played benefits or raised funds for include the Life Blessing Institute, The Honor and Respect Foundation, Locan Rebe, the Education Foundation of Forest Grove and the Washington County Bicycle Transportation Coalition.
Props to Nikki Kelly for help with the verbiage.
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TREE TOP TRIBE
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Vanity thru Comfort Birthday and CD Release Party
One of my dear friends KaiKani recently celebrated his 25th birthday and launch his album. You can find more about this works at http://www.worldwidevanity.com/ or connect on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vanity-thru-Comfort.
Photographs from the Lingua Franca Benefit Concert
Photographs from the benefit concert for the newly launched Portland based non-profit organization by Katelyn Convery called The Lingua Franca Project, in partnership with ABC for Life. For more information on The Lingua Franca Project visit http://www.abcforlife.org or contact Katelyn at linguafrancaproject@gmail.com or connect on their facebook page at The Lingua Franca Project.
Board members of The Lingua Franca Project
Sneak Peek! The Lingua Franca Project
I had the wonderful opportunity to document a benefit show for the newly launched Portland based non-profit organization by Katelyn Convery called The Lingua Franca Project, in partnership with ABC for Life.
I met founder Katelyn Convery in the summer of 2011 as she was preparing to make the move to Cape Town, South Africa from Portland, Oregon. Katelyn has become deeply involved with a number of non-profit organizations such as ABC for Life utilizing her efforts to promote and support programs in education, literacy, self enrichment and self-development.
As a musician, Katelyn, her brother and close friend performed for the attendees at the Purest Cafe located on SW Ash Street in downtown Portland. All donations are deposited to the Lingua Franca Project and will help provide more space for students and teachers.
Below is a sneak peek photograph from the musical performance. More images to come!
For more information on The Lingua Franca Project visit www.abcforlife.org or contact Katelyn at linguafrancaproject@gmail.com.
Fire Dancers perform for small group of campers
Fire Dancers perform for small group of campers at Makah Bay in Northern Washington.
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