Appalachian Still

Appalachian Still is an acoustic band out of Northampton, Massachusetts. Playing a booty-shaking mix of old-time, bluegrass, classic rock, and folk, these New England boys have managed to create a unique sound that is distinctly their own yet remains rooted in the heart of Appalachia. Drawing from a repertoire of original material, traditional fiddle tunes, and some unlikely covers, their music can be appreciated by Old Grampa Jones and Dead Heads, alike.  One listener described the music as "really boring, twangy, country crap with too many notes" but it was later revealed his parents had threatened him with banjo lessons when he was a child if he didn't eat his peas.  

Adding to the band's distinct sound is the varied musical background of the band members.  They combine old-time clawhammer banjo, bluegrass and rock infused mandolin, jazz, funk, and folk-influenced guitar, acoustic bass steeped in honky-tonk country and rock, and drums. Yet in recent years, all band members have gravitated towards the traditional music of the Appalachians, finally blending their varied genres and three-part harmonies to become Appalachian Still.

Since forming in the Spring of 2005, Appalachian Still band members have come to consider themselves lucky, as they have seen the remarkable success typically reserved for musicians who don't drool out of the side of their mouth.  This is due in large part to their undying love of the music and ability to connect with their audience. After busking on the streets of Northampton and honing their chops together in local coffee shops and bars, they have graduated to the regional circuit, playing venues, festivals and cow pastures throughout the Greater New England area and beyond. Having proven themselves to be a bonafide force on the music scene, TV and radio have taken notice. Their songs are now featured on commercial and college radio stations from Vermont to Georgia and have been used in radio spots to promote summer festivals.

With each appearance, Appalachian Still's corn-shucking sound builds a bridge back to the early 1900's, bringing the listener back to days gone by when songs featured good ole themes such as drinking, cheating, murder, and trains.  And who doesn't like trains?