 The Dixie Red Delights's Profile |
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| Last Login: | Apr 9, 2009 (250 days back) |
About Me |
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Infectiously soaked bluegrass steeped in rural Americana and ensconced in dirty country rock HAM IN THE BASEMENT The Dixie Red Delights features the original music of Erin McDermott accompanied by the talents of Doug Perkins, Jen Wells and Ben Roy. Erin McDermottErin has been writing and performing her songs for over seven years, opening for the likes of Grammy award winner Tim O’Brien, Darol Anger, Mike Marshall, Russ Barenberg and Railroad Earth. Erin’s relaxed, low key stage presence makes her new friends every night. With a voice that has been described as Alison Krauss, Natalie Merchant and Janis Joplin in a drunken brawl, Erin’s vibrato and supple, yet strong voice creates an atmosphere that is completely unique and inventive. Jen WellsClassically trained on upright bass from age 11, Jen honed her craft in Kansas City, Missouri, performing in school orchestra, youth symphonies, rock bands, and pit orchestras. She went to college with a music scholarship and performed with the wind symphony, symphony orchestra, and jazz band as well as various jazz combos, pit orchestras, and choral accompaniments. Jen is a member of Kappa Kappa Psi, national honorary band fraternity. With tasteful bass lines and sheer knowledge, Jen communicates a perfect rhythm that steals the show. Ben RoyA central Vermont native, Ben has been performing in the area since his teenage years, collaborating with many of the area's best talents. With a diverse listening and playing background, he never fails to surprise his bandmates and audiences with creative, exciting beats and unmatched energy, making the percussion a key melodic component. Sitting in from time to time:Matt SchragMatt Schrag, a relative newcomer to the Vermont music scene. Originally from Virginia, Matt has already found his nitch playing regularly with some of Vermont’s finest including The Gordon Stone Band, The Dixie Red Delights, Brett Hughes, Adam Frehm, Mike Santosusso, and D Davis among others. Also a fine singer, Matt brings a traditional, yet incredibly fresh approach to his lively mandolin playing conveying the most subtle yet dynamic leads on his instrument.“Erin McDermott writes short stories in song about small town life in Vermont. Her characters come alive in the songs and you get to know these real people by the time the second chorus comes around. With a voice as strong and as uniquely expressive as her lyrics, Erin is a songwriter to watch in the coming years.” Tim O’Brien (Singer/Songwriter) "Erin McDermott's voice is true and authentic, it embodies everything Vermont and good." Jamie Masefield (Jazz Mandolin Project) |
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My Interests |
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Music:Member Since: 13/02/2008Band Website: dixiereddelights.com Band Members: Erin McDermott Vocals, guitar Doug Perkins Mandolin, acoustic/electric guitar Jen Wells Upright bass Ben Roy Percussion Influences: The Gourds, The Dead, Wilco, Ryan Adams, Timmy O, Darrell Scott, Robert Earl Keen, Dolly Parton, Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall (mostly winter) Charlie O's, Patty Griffin, Joni Mitchell, AKUS, The 80's, Mingus, Whiskey, Beer, PBR, Frank Zappa, Spearhead, Old Crow, Trixie, Old Cat Fork, Bear Hoot Hollow, Chester, Artemis, American Spirit, Kristina Stykos and her rocking studio, David Grisman, The Police, Andy Fischbeck, G-Man, JEkis, Dixie Chicks, R.E.M., The Kinks, Talking Heads, Bill Monroe, Doc Watson, Made in Iron, Neti Pot, and of course maple syrup. Sounds Like: Alt-Country/Disco Grass Record Label: Halogen Records Type of Label: Indie |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Americana / Bluegrass / Country) |
My Blog |
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Red Heads.. Tour |
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| Howdy Folks,We are taking a brief hiatus for the month of May to gear up for our upcoming summer tour and so I can go hang out in Nashville with Darrell Scott. We hope that you will all spread the w... Posted by on Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:21:00 GMT |
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Upcoming Shows & Summer Tour! |
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| We're gearing up for some exciting shows.. and even more exciting: our summer tour! That's right. We'll be starting out in Wilmington, NC and working our way back for a few weeks. Keep an eye on the d... Posted by on Fri, 20 Feb 2009 06:46:00 GMT |
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Localfolk Smokehouse Tonight! |
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| Hey all friends and fans!Welcome to 2009!2008 was a great year for us -- it saw the recording and release of our debut disc, "Bear Hoot," lots of great and memorable gigs, like the Vermont Brewer's Fe... Posted by on Fri, 02 Jan 2009 12:10:00 GMT |
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Thanks! |
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| Thanks to everyone who came out to support us at our CD release party last Saturday! We heard that some folks who came out couldn't even make it upstairs to the actual show, but we are eternally grate... Posted by on Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:35:00 GMT |
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Guest Musicians, Seven Days & WGDR |
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| We're only three days away from the CD release party (at the Black Door, Dec. 6th), and are ready to rock!The party will feature lots of fun surprises, but will also feature two incredible guest music... Posted by on Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:21:00 GMT |
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First Review |
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| The first review of "Bear Hoot" is in, from the Times Argus. Check it out:http://www.timesargus.com/article/20081128/FEATURES02/81
1280302/1011/FEATURES02The only thing that confuses me is that the rev... Posted by on Sat, 29 Nov 2008 13:39:00 GMT |
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Bear Hoot Has Arrived! |
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| Hooray! After 7 months of working on an album, it feels nice to finally have it delivered. It sounds really awesome, so you should check it out! Doug's screaming guitar harmony solo on "Renewable Verm... Posted by on Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:53:00 GMT |
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Do Bears Hoot? |
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| We often ponder the question of bears hooting. Erin swears she heard one the other night and many Vermonters adamantly insist that yes, bears do hoot. There exists no scientific evidence to back this ... Posted by on Sun, 16 Nov 2008 13:57:00 GMT |
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Higher Ground Tonight! |
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| Hey Friends and Fans!We're playing at Higher Ground tonight, opening up for Hot Buttered Rum. It should be a super terrific show and we're really looking forward to playing there. Tickets are $10 in a... Posted by on Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:13:00 GMT |
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Halloween Costume Party at the Bee’s Knees! |
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| We'll be performing tonight at the Bee's Knees in Morrisville for their Halloween party! There are prizes to be won, so dress in your best costume and come on down to rock out, dance, and party with u... Posted by on Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:08:00 GMT |
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