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Social Networking: What works for you or your band?
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The Old Dominion / Virginia

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A group for those with ties to Virginia, a.k.a. The Old Dominion. Home of such notables as The Crooked Road, The Blue Ridge Mountains, Tidewater and BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC. Pull up a chair, take a sip, pass the bottle around.See More
Inky joined The Muckrakes's group Dec 11, 2011

The Old Dominion / Virginia

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A group for those with ties to Virginia, a.k.a. The Old Dominion. Home of such notables as The Crooked Road, The Blue Ridge Mountains, Tidewater and BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC. Pull up a chair, take a sip, pass the bottle around.See More
After Jack joined The Muckrakes's group Sep 30, 2011
Wayward Walker replied to The Muckrakes's discussion 'What's Your Favorite Musical Group from Virginia?' in the group The Old Dominion / Virginia
Nobody said the Carter Family? How's that possible? Or Patsy Cline? Neko Case?  
Sep 23, 2011

The Old Dominion / Virginia

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A group for those with ties to Virginia, a.k.a. The Old Dominion. Home of such notables as The Crooked Road, The Blue Ridge Mountains, Tidewater and BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC. Pull up a chair, take a sip, pass the bottle around.See More
Timothy Hank joined The Muckrakes's group Sep 23, 2011
The Muckrakes commented on Chris Harkness's blog post 'MM55 Radar Report - Big Circle TX'
Excellent blog, Chris. Enjoyed reading it as it's always nice reading and listening to other bands.
Jun 2, 2011
The Muckrakes commented on Brad Boyer's group 'ND Houston'
Thanks for the invite! Great to be a member of this group. If ya'll don't know who we are, check us out and learn a lil' more about the band.
Apr 26, 2011

ND Houston

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This Group is dedicated to talented and hard working Americana and Country artists and the dedicated fans that support them around the world...
The Muckrakes joined Brad Boyer's group Apr 26, 2011

The Old Dominion / Virginia

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A group for those with ties to Virginia, a.k.a. The Old Dominion. Home of such notables as The Crooked Road, The Blue Ridge Mountains, Tidewater and BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC. Pull up a chair, take a sip, pass the bottle around.See More
Wes Edwards joined The Muckrakes's group Apr 23, 2011

The Old Dominion / Virginia

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A group for those with ties to Virginia, a.k.a. The Old Dominion. Home of such notables as The Crooked Road, The Blue Ridge Mountains, Tidewater and BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC. Pull up a chair, take a sip, pass the bottle around.See More
Douglas Turner Day joined The Muckrakes's group Feb 16, 2011
Ron Warren commented on The Muckrakes's blog post 'DIY: Create your own Cigar Box Resonator'
Man , That Sounds GREAT ! I want One like it  ! I was able to srart getting My parts Together Last night . I Want to stat wok on one ASAP. I was Able to Get My Wooden Cigar Boxes at a little cigar store by My house . Price ? # for $1.00 !…
Feb 5, 2011

The Old Dominion / Virginia

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A group for those with ties to Virginia, a.k.a. The Old Dominion. Home of such notables as The Crooked Road, The Blue Ridge Mountains, Tidewater and BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC. Pull up a chair, take a sip, pass the bottle around.See More
Tim McElhannon joined The Muckrakes's group Feb 3, 2011
Kenny C replied to The Muckrakes's discussion 'What's Your Favorite Musical Group from Virginia?' in the group The Old Dominion / Virginia
I have to add:  Sons Of Bill
Jan 9, 2011
Melvin Ravelle replied to The Muckrakes's discussion 'What's Your Favorite Musical Group from Virginia?' in the group The Old Dominion / Virginia
Gene Vincent and The Blue Caps! Cracker Waxing Poetics The Boweevils
Jan 9, 2011

The Old Dominion / Virginia

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A group for those with ties to Virginia, a.k.a. The Old Dominion. Home of such notables as The Crooked Road, The Blue Ridge Mountains, Tidewater and BIRTHPLACE OF COUNTRY MUSIC. Pull up a chair, take a sip, pass the bottle around.See More
Melvin Ravelle joined The Muckrakes's group Jan 9, 2011

Review: “Grandiphonia” by The Muckrakes

Grandiphonia, the first full-length muster from hometown darlings The Muckrakes, is not an album but an ode to the history of American music. David Paul KleinmanTuesday, January 4th, 2011 at 1:46 pm It reverberates with sonic surprises that sound so natural, it’s easy to forget there were no trippy feedback effects back in the Sun…See More
Blog post by The Muckrakes Jan 5, 2011

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About The Muckrakes

THE MUCKRAKES ARE:

Jon Owings
Mike Turner
Jason Russell
Cory Nealon
Billy England
Dave Jackson

The Muckrakes hail from the backwaters Hampton Roads and formed after a lengthy search for like minded folks to create original roots inspired rock music.

The group was called together by vocalist / guitarist/ banjoist Jon Owings, percussionist Dave "Gravy" Jackson, and guitarist Mike "Spider" Turner. Answering the call was Cory "Juicebox" Nealon on lead vocals / guitar & lap steel, Jason Russell on bass, and Billy England on keyboards & mandolin.

They released their first self-produced 5-song EP in early 2009 which was hailed as, "a stomp strongly through weedy stagnant undergrowth with deftly articulated songs, lyrical stories wrought from heady memories, and true music-craft."

Pigeonholing South-East VA, fitting The Muckrakes into any one genre is a difficult task because they meld so many vibrant instruments into a heady mash uniquely all their own.

Their music can shift to sometimes quiet and reflective, sometimes foot stomping and rambunctious, sometimes pure and innocent, and sometimes dark and moody. This is a rock band with bluegrass guts, ragtime legs, folk sensibilities and a dash of the blues for good measure.

Together, the group has found the right combination of sweet and sinister, of power and weakness, of new and old and is here to help make the celebration of life a little more rowdy.

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Review: “Grandiphonia” by The Muckrakes

Grandiphonia, the first full-length muster from hometown darlings The Muckrakes, is not an album but an ode to the history of American music.

Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 at 1:46 pm


 

It reverberates with sonic surprises that sound so natural,…

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Posted on January 5, 2011 at 7:30am

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Review of The Hampton Hayride

--Photo and article by Sam McDonald / The Daily Press



HAMPTON HAYRIDE GOES OFF WITHOUT A HITCH



Creating an old-style, country-tinged variety show on the order of the Grand Ole Opry, the Old Dominion Barn Dance or the Louisiana Hayride is a daunting idea.



But Taphouse owner Peter Pittman is, apparently, a man not easily intimidated. He's found a way to lasso a herd of local talent and corral it into a cohesive… Continue

Posted on December 8, 2009 at 8:30am

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Alternative Recording Mediums / Formats

The Muckrakes is thinking about putting out a recording in another format as well as CD and digital download. Basically, the band sees the music industry changing and evolving and wants to keep up-to-date with various products and find new ways to merchandise and advertise.



It can get expensive for a band to release new material in a different medium, but we'd do it IF it was worth it to our fan and friend base.



We know that there's a fondness for vinyl and even… Continue

Posted on November 17, 2009 at 12:35pm — 23 Comments

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DIY: Create your own Cigar Box Resonator

Our very own Billy England (bassist of The Muckrakes) created his first cigar box resonator and recorded the steps for it in case you want to create your own. His blog about this DIY instrument is below:



CREATE YOUR OWN CIGAR BOX RESONATOR



I've always wanted to create my own instrument, you know; build my own guitar, design my own bass, re- build a piano to my specs but I lacked the time, tools and talent for woodworking so I put the idea in the back of my mind in… Continue

Posted on October 29, 2009 at 11:39am — 5 Comments

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THE MUCKRAKES: They Are Tidewater

The MuckRakes: We Are Tidewater

Words Carly Fuller Monahan

Photos Amy Jackson

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009



“There is not a band around here like us. Tag. We’re it. We’re Tidewater,” said Billy England, the band’s wiry, excitable bass player.



He was sitting at one of the sticky black tables that fill the floor of Colley Cantina in Ghent last week. He was drinking a pre-show beer and chatting me up. As we talked the rest of the band set up on the… Continue

Posted on October 21, 2009 at 12:00pm

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Seven is a lucky number for left-field country specialists The Muckrakes

By Sam McDonald

August 24, 2009





The Muckrakes play the sort of country music that you won't often see on cable television or hear on the radio alongside Kenny Chesney and Taylor Swift.



Their sound includes elements of bluegrass, older country from artists such as Merle Haggard, and the rootsy rock of bands ranging from Son Volt to the Grateful Dead.



Bassist Billy England — a veteran of punk bands including… Continue

Posted on August 25, 2009 at 8:18am

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At 11:54pm on June 20, 2010, Chris HarknessChris Harkness said…
Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment on my wall… I have been so busy lately that some of these replies are slow in coming and I apologize to anyone that I did not reply to in a timely manner… I am really enjoying No Depression and will try to respond quickly to questions and comments in the future… Thanks again and I welcome feedback regarding Honky Tonk Happy Hour…
At 6:30am on April 28, 2010, Craig YoungCraig Young said…
Thank you for contributing!
At 10:51am on February 9, 2010, Radio Free AmericanaRadio Free Americana said…
Hi Muckrakes, from RFA intergalactic headquarters in Verona, VA. Cat
At 1:57pm on December 22, 2009, Jefferson RossJefferson Ross said…
THANKS FOR THE GIFT OF FRIENDSHIP, MUCKRAKES!
At 8:31pm on December 3, 2009, ExebelleExebelle said…
Thanks for getting in touch! I checked out the tunes and really dig 'em. We should definitely set something up at some point. If y'all are looking to play in Richmond at some point just let us know. Talk soon.

- Ryan / Exebelle
At 11:14am on November 18, 2009, Jim MorrisonJim Morrison said…
Check out my house concert series in Norfolk, North Shore Point House Concerts, which features a ton of Americana acts.
At 9:05pm on November 17, 2009, J. JohnsonJ. Johnson said…
Thank you for the hospitality. Sounds great regarding the group site. I'm there now.
At 1:52pm on October 30, 2009, Marc PessarMarc Pessar said…
Thanks for the request. Nice to see some fellow Tidewater folks on this site.
At 12:20am on October 27, 2009, mojobonemojobone said…
Welcome to the Artist Lounge, thanks for joining us! We're looking forward to making your acquaintance. :-)
At 1:22pm on July 15, 2009, B. Dutch SeyfarthB. Dutch Seyfarth said…
yes! I'd love to hear it!

B. Dutch Seyfarth
1552 Perry St #B
Denver, CO 80204

rock on!

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