Foundation Presents
G. Love & Special Sauce
ANDREW GREENE
Fri, March 11, 2011
7:00 pm
The Beacham
$20.00 - $25.00
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G. Love & Special Sauce
G. Love & Special Sauce is an alternative blues band from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Formed in 1992, the group (Garrett Dutton, better known as G. Love, Jeffrey Clemens on drums, Mark Boyce on keyboards, and Timo Shanko on bass) are known for their unique “laid back” blues sound.
The group released their first album; self titled, in 1994 on Okeh/Epic, a subsidiary of Sony Music. On the strength of the single “Cold Beverage”, in part due to MTV rotation, the album nearly went gold. After which, trying to capitalize on the success of the album, the group toured heavily, eventually landing a spot on the H.O.R.D.E. tour.
In 1995 they released their follow up album Coast to Coast Motel. Though it did not sell as well as the first album, it is generally considered among critics as the stronger of the two albums.
On tour following the release of the second album the group nearly broke up, due to bickering of finances. Deciding on a hiatus the three members went their separate ways, working on various side projects.
By October 1997 the group had reconciled their differences and released their third album, Yeah, It’s That Easy, which along with their own work, showcased their collaboration with several other bands and musicians, including All Fellas Band, Philly Cartel, King’s Court, and Dr. John. This soul-influenced album showed to be similar with their debut album then previous release.
Soon after G. Love & Special Sauce set out on another world tour, returning to Philadelphia in 1999 for the release of their fourth album, Philadelphonic. Philadelphonic was followed up with Electric Mile in 2001, an album that shows the wide-ranging influences of the group, incorporating hip-hop, funk, psychedlia, blues, and soul in equal and ambitious measure.
The group released their first album; self titled, in 1994 on Okeh/Epic, a subsidiary of Sony Music. On the strength of the single “Cold Beverage”, in part due to MTV rotation, the album nearly went gold. After which, trying to capitalize on the success of the album, the group toured heavily, eventually landing a spot on the H.O.R.D.E. tour.
In 1995 they released their follow up album Coast to Coast Motel. Though it did not sell as well as the first album, it is generally considered among critics as the stronger of the two albums.
On tour following the release of the second album the group nearly broke up, due to bickering of finances. Deciding on a hiatus the three members went their separate ways, working on various side projects.
By October 1997 the group had reconciled their differences and released their third album, Yeah, It’s That Easy, which along with their own work, showcased their collaboration with several other bands and musicians, including All Fellas Band, Philly Cartel, King’s Court, and Dr. John. This soul-influenced album showed to be similar with their debut album then previous release.
Soon after G. Love & Special Sauce set out on another world tour, returning to Philadelphia in 1999 for the release of their fourth album, Philadelphonic. Philadelphonic was followed up with Electric Mile in 2001, an album that shows the wide-ranging influences of the group, incorporating hip-hop, funk, psychedlia, blues, and soul in equal and ambitious measure.
ANDREW GREENE
“Andrew Greene is a powerhouse performer of the blues. Simply put, he writes some of the best blues rock songs I've heard in years. After my first listen, I could tell that he had a passion for great songwriting and the people who have mastered the craft. In 2009 he released a simple acoustic demo that was among my favorite CDs of the year. I expect this boy to move mountains." ~Dan Cloutier, singer-songwriter and open mic host at Amazing Things Arts Center in Framingham, MA
Delta blues meets classic rock meets folk-pop is one way to describe Boston-area singer-songwriter Andrew Greene, whose infectious raspy vocals deliver raw passion and innovative phrasing. Combine all that with advanced guitar techniques and soulful harmonica playing and its evident why this self-described "poet with a guitar" has gained the admiration of fans and fellow musicians. Greene has opened up for artist such as; John Hammond, Geoff Mauldar, Arlo Guthrie and The Marshall Tucker Band.
Greene combines a laid-back approach on stage with a quiet yet powerful passion that creates a direct intimacy with his listeners. While a skilled and confident performer, Greene is not afraid to show his vulnerability and bear his soul, doing so in a heartfelt and captivating style that is all his own.
"Andrew Greene's poignant lyrics and unique approach to the delta blues style guitar make him a true original. He is definitely much more than a singer-songwriter. He can really sing and he can really play, check him out." - G.Love & Special Sauce
Greene’s connection to music began at age six, when he saw a broken guitar in the trash while walking with a neighborhood pal. He picked up the broken instrument and took it home, determined to play it until finally his parents bought him his first guitar. From there he began his fascination with music and eventually a journey that led him to develop his skills listening to the likes of The Beatles, Led Zeplin, Howling Wolf, Sunny Boy Williams, Chris Whitley, Muddy Waters, and Bob Dylan. At 14 he started playing harmonica and soon after began combining the harp with his guitar playing and songwriting.
“I can’t wait to find out what Andrew Greene will be up to next.”-John Hammond
It wasn’t until age 21, after his apartment and all of his personal belongings were destroyed in a fire, he began to focus on songwriting and performing seriously -- realizing the music he created was an extension of himself that could never be taken away. Once the songwriting took over, he never looked back and began honing his performance skills at area open mics and soon after was asked to play a wide range of shows and as well as accompany other artists at their gigs and on their albums.
His first CD, recorded at Rock Salt Studios in Watertown. Produced and engineered by studio owner Eric Salt, who says Greene’s songs “Seem to channel voices from the ether”.The album, says Greene, is self-titled and doesn’t have a theme. “All the songs are different… It’s a way to show people how many directions my music can go. The idea is to show all the pieces of who you are and all the places where you’ve come from”. With release of his CD, Greene’s music is bound to resonate throughout Boston and beyond.
“If the Delta Blues players like Blind Willie and Muddy could sing like Andrew Greene, Rock and Roll would never have become the most popular genre of music. All the girls would be screaming for the blues and specifically Andrew Greene's style of it. He blends folk and soul with the blues to deliver his own unique style which is so rhythmic and emotive that it pulls you in and leaves you wanting more, and all of this from a handsome twenty something package leaving you to wonder if God is indeed a fair God,” ~ Marc Bridge, singer-songwriter
Delta blues meets classic rock meets folk-pop is one way to describe Boston-area singer-songwriter Andrew Greene, whose infectious raspy vocals deliver raw passion and innovative phrasing. Combine all that with advanced guitar techniques and soulful harmonica playing and its evident why this self-described "poet with a guitar" has gained the admiration of fans and fellow musicians. Greene has opened up for artist such as; John Hammond, Geoff Mauldar, Arlo Guthrie and The Marshall Tucker Band.
Greene combines a laid-back approach on stage with a quiet yet powerful passion that creates a direct intimacy with his listeners. While a skilled and confident performer, Greene is not afraid to show his vulnerability and bear his soul, doing so in a heartfelt and captivating style that is all his own.
"Andrew Greene's poignant lyrics and unique approach to the delta blues style guitar make him a true original. He is definitely much more than a singer-songwriter. He can really sing and he can really play, check him out." - G.Love & Special Sauce
Greene’s connection to music began at age six, when he saw a broken guitar in the trash while walking with a neighborhood pal. He picked up the broken instrument and took it home, determined to play it until finally his parents bought him his first guitar. From there he began his fascination with music and eventually a journey that led him to develop his skills listening to the likes of The Beatles, Led Zeplin, Howling Wolf, Sunny Boy Williams, Chris Whitley, Muddy Waters, and Bob Dylan. At 14 he started playing harmonica and soon after began combining the harp with his guitar playing and songwriting.
“I can’t wait to find out what Andrew Greene will be up to next.”-John Hammond
It wasn’t until age 21, after his apartment and all of his personal belongings were destroyed in a fire, he began to focus on songwriting and performing seriously -- realizing the music he created was an extension of himself that could never be taken away. Once the songwriting took over, he never looked back and began honing his performance skills at area open mics and soon after was asked to play a wide range of shows and as well as accompany other artists at their gigs and on their albums.
His first CD, recorded at Rock Salt Studios in Watertown. Produced and engineered by studio owner Eric Salt, who says Greene’s songs “Seem to channel voices from the ether”.The album, says Greene, is self-titled and doesn’t have a theme. “All the songs are different… It’s a way to show people how many directions my music can go. The idea is to show all the pieces of who you are and all the places where you’ve come from”. With release of his CD, Greene’s music is bound to resonate throughout Boston and beyond.
“If the Delta Blues players like Blind Willie and Muddy could sing like Andrew Greene, Rock and Roll would never have become the most popular genre of music. All the girls would be screaming for the blues and specifically Andrew Greene's style of it. He blends folk and soul with the blues to deliver his own unique style which is so rhythmic and emotive that it pulls you in and leaves you wanting more, and all of this from a handsome twenty something package leaving you to wonder if God is indeed a fair God,” ~ Marc Bridge, singer-songwriter
