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Over the years, a community of musicians who’ve passed through the Magnolia area and spent time at the band’s house have come to be known as “The Family.” Also the case with new friends or fans, the ever expanding “Family” can be explained by the camaraderie that occurs when folks relate to the charitable spirit of the band or their infectious sound.
They’d start by tracking the songs live, capturing the groove and spontaneity of their live shows. Soon their sound was reflective of a variety of genres. Some nights they’d have a blues rock feel and others an americana or folk vibe. We’re still serious and obviously a little more mature… but there’s a looseness to the new record that wasn’t there before.”
Folk Family Revival will be playing at KHYI’s Texas Music Revolution 20 on Saturday March 26th, 2016
For almost five decades, KPFT 90.1, as an independent community radio station, has been Houston’s home for independent music, news and public affairs programming.
To celebrate the station’s 48th birthday, KPFT will present a special birthday party benefit at The Heights.
Some nights they’d have a blues rock feel and others an Americana or folk vibe.
They’d rather let the music do the talking.
Water Walker, the band’s newest release (due out on Rock Ridge Music on April 7, 2015), includes 12 songs that were weaned and whittled on the road, where the Texas-based band of brothers — featuring Mason, Barrett and Lincoln Lankford, along with family friend Caleb Pace — built up their audience one gig at a time.
After releasing their debut album in 2011, the guys hit the Texas circuit hard, opening shows for legends like Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Wanda Jackson.
She’s joined by legendary producer and musician Lloyd Maines, who’s played an instrumental role in the creation of some of Texas’ most beloved albums.
– Lisa Morales – Drawing from a creative palette informed by the rhythms, colors and flavors of the Southwest, singer-songwriter Lisa Morales crafts songs with thoughtful, beautiful lyrics in English and Spanish.
– The Peterson Brothers – The Peterson Brothers combine youthful energy and modern influences with old-school blues, soul and funk to a create a sound that is uniquely their own.
“We’ve met a lot of people since we released Unfolding, and that’s one of the reasons Water Walker sounds so different. Whenever the guys were in Magnolia, the band’s Texas hometown, they were usually working with Armstreet, slowly piecing together a collection of poetic songs ranging in topics from politics, faith, power, love, and the modern world.
Always wanting to try new things and be willing to change, we started getting in touch with our youthful side. Sure, it was work… but it was also a good hang.
If there’s anyone who knows the value of a good hang, it’s the guys in Folk Family Revival. Over the years, a community of musicians who’ve passed through the Magnolia area and spent time at the band’s house have come to be known as “The Family”.
Their live shows feature not-to-be-missed jam-band inspirations.
– Folk Family Revival – Armed with a sound that mixes the rootsy stomp of the Southern states with the trippy swoon of the West Coast, Folk Family Revival make music for rock clubs and rodeos, dive bars and honky-tonks, or campfires and cantinas.
And be sure to get to The Heights early – GenerAsian Radio will be in the house laying down a great set of world beats to kick things off!
Soon their sound was reflective of a variety of genres. You get the sense that these guys just enjoy good company and good tunes… and they seem to be a magnet for both.
“We can (all) do more if there’s more people working together,” says Mason. This wide-ranging experimentation and push to progress helped fuel Water Walker.
“I’m a huge Dylan fan,” says Mason Lankford, “and I’ve noticed from his live recordings that a song never sounds the same way twice.
“We’ve met a lot of people since we released Unfolding, and that’s one of the reasons Water Walker sounds so different. When we did Unfolding, our producer and friends used to say we were kids who sounded like old souls. At times called a country band, the young group used the label as motivation to push their boundaries and develop a diverse yet distinctive set.
We’re better players, better communicators, better friends. Proceeds from ticket sales will help provide much-needed support for KPFT.
(VIP Suites are also available –to donate for a VIP suite, contact KPFT directly at 713-526-4000, extension 314.)
Featured performers include:
– Ruthie Foster – Award-winning singer-songwriter Ruthie Foster can burn down any stage with her combustible blend of soul, blues, rock, folk and gospel.
You get the sense that these
guys just enjoy good company and good tunes… and they seem to be a magnet for both.
“We can all do more if there’s more people working together,” says Mason.