Unsigned Bands: Kickin’ Bear

Kickin' Bear:

***June 2010 HIGH TIMES Unsigned Band of the Month***

Kickin’ Bear was formed three years ago in the tiny beach community of Ocean City, New Jersey. The group was founded by members Rob Swift, Chris Ingram, Wayne Gallagher, and Tom Williamson during the dissolution of their Jersey Rock band, After the Universe.

Kickin’ Bear is a roots rock band living and gigging in West Philadelphia. Originally from Southern NJ, its members have been playing music together since childhood, performing in various bands and projects. The Bear combines elements of rock & roll, blues, folk and world sound to achieve a unique musical experience that is classic in appeal yet fresh in content.

The band set out for Philadelphia in the fall of 2009, hoping to bring their music to a wider audience. With new bassist Dan Boardman and violinist Eamonn Connor, they have already performed at popular Philadelphia venues such as The North Star Bar, Connie’s Ric Rac and The Fire. Kickin’ Bear live shows have always been known as crowd pleasers, with soaring vocals and evocative songwriting from pianist Wayne Gallagher, mind-bending guitar work from Rob Swift and a assortment of interesting instruments appearing on stage such as Indian sitar, violin, mandolin, banjo, Fender Rhodes and more.

Kickin’ Bear recently finished recording their first album, which will soon be available on iTunes, Amazon, and other music outlets. 100% self produced and recorded, the album attempts to recreate the sound of old 70s vinyl by combining traditional recording methods and vintage instruments to produce a unique and retro sound. Looking forward, the band remains focused on composing fresh and inspiring music, and experimenting with technologies both new and old, while growing into a nationally recognized act.

Rob Swift: Lead Guitar, Harmonica, Sitar, Uke, Lead and Backup Vocals

Tom Williamson: Guitar, Mandolin, Lead and Backup Vocals

Chris Ingram: Drums, Percussion, Banjo, Vocals

Eamonn Connor: Violin, Cello, Vocals

Visit Kickin’ Bear at: 

kickinbear.com

www.myspace.com/Kickinbear

www.reverbnation.com/Kickinbear

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