FREEKBASS &
LOTUS GROOVE
with THE KNOW
NOTHINGS

Thursday, October 30 -- 8:00 PM

Freekbass has collaborated with funk legend, Bootsy
Collins, for several projects, the most recent being Freekbass', The Air Is Fresher Underground, released in late October, 2003. Underground features guest appearances by Bootsy, Catfish Collins, Buckethead, Bernie Worrell and a few of the Woo Warriors, to name a few. This is Freekbass' second album to be executive produced by Bootsy, the first being Body Over Mind, Gemini/Bootzilla, 2001.

The whole Freekbass story, however, goes back to the very first "Bootsy" collaboration. In the mid '90's, Freekbass had co-founded the group "SHAG", a solid-roots funk band. During this time, he was introduced to Gary "Muggbone" Cooper, who asked Freekbass and SHAG guitarist, Chris Donnelly, to play on a compilation Jimi Hendrix tribute album for P-Vine Records, Japan. Coincidentally, the recording session was to take place at Bootzilla Rehab Studios, recording den of none other than Boosty Collins. Freekbass and his guitarist, both named "Chris", were immediately dubbed "Chris Bass" and "Chris Guitar" by Bootsy, in order to not get them confused. But it was when "Chris Bass" laid down his bass tracks that Bootsy called out: "Play that Freaky Bass, Baba!" ... Bootsy has called him Freekbass from that moment on ... It was the beginning of an inspirational and enduring friendship that continues today.

www.freekbass.com

Lotus Groove is an always evolving musical entity. The latest lineup pairs original bass player Jim Garibaldi with long time singer Andrew Saltzman, former NJs and the Jeff Guitarist Jeff Gill, and seasoned jazz drummer Ty Landrum. Seen with acts like Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root, Jazzam, Ekoostik Hookah, Papadosio, and Freekbass the band is known for it's thrilling live performances. The band can be seen collaborating with such musicians as Erik Diaz of Hot Tuna, Mike Lobalzo of Really, Aaron Brookes of Trendy and a host of other great players. It's quite hard to pinpoint their exact style as the band drifts from raw improv to straight rock. One thing you can be sure of is you will be hearing a lot about this band as they continue their musical quest.

Lotus Groove Website

Hailing from Stow, Ohio, The Know Nothings, deriving their name from the mid-nineteenth century political party, was founded by guitarist David Coffield and bassist Mark Chesnes in 2007. Frontman Kyle Buckley followed soon after, followed by drummer Bob Willoughby. Blending classic and modern rock, blues, and psychedelic, The Know Nothings is looking to take their stale local scene by storm. With positive feedback from fans and peers alike, the band is generating some buzz with their entertaining live show. Check them out at their next show, and get ready to rock your socks off!

The Know Nothings Website

Advance discount tickets: $8.00
Day of Show: $10.00

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