NIKI BARR BAND IN BLOOM at THE 8 X 10 Club (Baltimore)
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Date: 2008-05-08, 12:32AM EDT
What defines them as an outstanding live band is now cultivated in Bloom
‘Confidence’, ‘intensity’ and ‘an outstanding live band’ were all said about the Niki Barr Band, when they opened for the Cult at the Rams Head Live a few months ago. The same can now be said about the Band’s new EP Bloom. It is their first truly ‘band’ effort and the music reflects that. While they share an interest in classic rock, Niki (vocals, guitar, keys) brings pop elements, BJ Kerwin (drums) grunge, Island Styles (guitar) progressive rock and Scott Ensign (bass) hard rock. The result isn't haphazard, but a fresh new approach that mixes all these influences and draws on each of their extensive backgrounds. This new sound will be unleashed on the world at the Bloom CD release show, May 24th at The 8x10 in Baltimore, MD.
“We’ve really taken a turn musically. Most people who have heard us in the past are in for a real shocker. We certainly have something to say in this record. It is more aggressive, both musically and lyrically,” says Niki Barr.
An early review by Bob Vinyl, who attended the Cult show at Rams Head Live recently wrote, “Bloom is a solid set of songs. The vocals are richer, the music sharper and the band is more cohesive and focused. They sound better as individual musicians and better as a unit and strong production gives them a bigger, crunchier sound. As good as they were live a few months ago; I have even higher hopes now.”
It is worth noting that the Niki Barr Band is no stranger to rigorous touring. The band has completed their 3rd (and Niki's 10th) Armed Forces Entertainment Tour, which took the band to locations around the world, performing for the US Troops in the Middle East, Japan, UK, and many other countries throughout Europe and Southeast Asia. The tours sparked the interest of Billboard, Rolling Stone, The Wall Street Journal, and Time Magazine, who featured stories of the band's tours overseas. Shortly after their return from their most recent tour in the Middle East, the band appeared on the nationally acclaimed NPR Radio show "Border Crossings" with host, Larry London.
The Niki Barr Band’s live show proves the band has the energy and enthusiasm to match their studio recordings. This will clearly be a treat for all of your senses. NBB is sandwiched between two exceptional local bands: The Cheaters and the Vespertine Movement. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are only $8. The show is open to All Ages. Visit www.the8x10.com or www.nikibarr.com for more info!
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