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Drinking One More Night

Drinking One More Night

The Famous

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Drinking One More Night is a story about internal struggle and the kindness of others when the days are long, but the nights are longer
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“The Famous successfully combine the transcendent roar of punk with the brutal honesty and black wit of traditional country” —Trouser Press

“Deep down and dirty swamp rock that breaks any perceived formula ” 
—Americana-UK.com

Ghost Town Parade

Ghost Town Parade

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    Machines 4:00
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    Another Time 3:53
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    California Night 3:31
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    I Tried My Best 4:07
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    Style Over Substance 3:41
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    A Long Time Coming 3:51
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    Godspeed You! Black Francis 0:50
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    Fingers Crossed 4:46
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    I'll Be True 3:17
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    50 Miles To Firebaugh 4:02
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    Enjoy The Silence 3:53
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    Junkyard Stomp 0:45
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    Calling 2:53
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“If country music’s original outlaws had made their break with Nashville in the post-punk era, it might have sounded a lot like this.” –No Depression

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May13

The Famous @ The Hotel Utah Saloon

Wednesday, May 13 @ 4:00PMWed, May 13 @ 4:00PM

The Hotel Utah Saloon, San Francisco, CA

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May17

The Famous + The Emery Villains + Outlaws in the Golden State

Sunday, May 17 @ 2:00PMSun, May 17 @ 2:00PM

Ivy Room, Albany, CA

The Famous
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Evoking images of desert plains and ghost towns, the music of The Famous is like swallowing hard liquor -- a raw, scorching blast of rocket-fueled, post-punk guitar and country twang -- the blasphemous marriage of indie-styled rock & roll and cowboy laments.

Emery Villains
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Emery Villains formed in 2019. Started by Scott Holderby (lead vocals and guitar) with Rhoda Jean Steen (vocals and guitar). The Carolina Drifters from the 50's, featuring Rhoda and her brothers Paul and Clarence, were the backup band for the Black Jack Wayne Show on channel 2, backing Johnny Cash, Buck Owens, and others. Rhoda Jean Steen's presence serves as a direct link to the roots of rockabilly and the Carolina Drifters' contributions to the genre. Her participation with Emery Villains is a beautiful blend of past and present, ensuring the music's legacy continues.

Scott looked over to his guitar player Danny White (vocals and lead guitar) from Mordred to do the finger picking. Scott then turned to a high school friend, Hank Alva (vocals and upright bass) to round out the groove of the tunes.

That's absolutely right! Emery Villains is a great example of a modern band keeping the rockabilly sound alive and fresh for a new generation of fans. They're part of a newer wave of rockabilly bands that are blending traditional sounds with modern energy and style.

Bands like Emery Villains, and others like Brian Setzer, Reverend Horton Heat, and Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys, are all helping to carry the torch for rockabilly music, while also pushing the genre forward with their own unique twists and interpretations. It's great to see rockabilly's legacy living on through these bands, and introducing the music to new fans who may not have been born when the genre first emerged. They're keeping the spirit of rockabilly alive, with its signature blend of country, blues, and early rock 'n' roll, while also making it relevant and exciting for contemporary audiences.

Emery Villains, in particular, has a great sound that blends classic rockabilly with a modern edge. Their music has a high-energy feel that's perfect for dancing, and their lyrics often have a fun, tongue-in-cheek vibe that's reminiscent of the genre's early days.

Outlaws in the Golden State
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OUTLAWS IN THE GOLDEN STATE is a “punktry” band out of Gold Country in the hills of Northern California!!

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May28

Battle of the Green Day Cover Bands

Thursday, May 28 @ 6:30PMThu, May 28 @ 6:30PM

924 Gilman, Berkeley, CA

On May 28th, Gilman will be holding a benefit show to raise money for the venue.

May 28th marks the day Green Day first played Gilman, Operation Ivy's last show.

10 bands will be paying tribute to Green Day each in their own unique way.

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May31

The Famous @ Winters Tavern

Sunday, May 31 @ 3:00PMSun, May 31 @ 3:00PM

Winters Tavern, Pacifica, CA

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