Join us as we welcome The Calico Crows to the Arable tasting room for the first time!!
Saturday August 2, 6-8pm - All ages. FREE
A little about the band:
The Calico Crows weave song-driven Americana with roots and indie folk influences, creating sounds that span from delicate balladry to gritty, foot-stomping anthems. Their distinctive approach combines traditional American folk instrumentation with modern indie sensibilities, anchored by the percussive, bright attack of banjo paired with the warm, sustained tones of cello.
Though The Calico Crows formed recently (late 2024), each member brings years of experience from diverse musical landscapes. At the heart of the band is songwriter Brad Nolen on vocals and acoustic guitar. Nolen’s musical journey began with solo acoustic performances in coffee shops across San Diego and New Haven, Connecticut, before settling in Eugene to form the group. Nolen augments his sound with harmonica and occasionally adds his own percussive accompaniment on tambourine or kick drum, driving the songs without overwhelming their intimate character. Devin Newman, who also performs with Satori Bob, brings both banjo and guitar to the mix. His instrumental versatility allows the band to shift seamlessly between rootsy, traditional sounds and more contemporary neo-folk arrangements. Bassist Terry Travis provides the rhythmic foundation but also adds melodic depth to the sound. His demand as a player is evident in his work with two other bands, including the psychedelic rock ensemble Drive to Space. Titus Young rounds out the lineup on cello, bringing classical training from his Masters in Music Performance from the University of Oregon and his position with the Eugene Symphony to the band's unique sound.
The Calico Crows' music is fundamentally song-driven, with Newman and Young creating melodic interludes that complement Nolen's storytelling. This approach reflects the band's commitment to the Americana tradition of narrative songcraft while incorporating the textural sophistication of indie folk. Their instrumentation choices—particularly the banjo-cello combination—create a sound that's both authentically rooted and refreshingly innovative.
Drawing from influences that span traditional American folk, contemporary Americana acts like Wilco and The Jayhawks, and the orchestral indie-folk of bands like The Decemberists and Fleet Foxes, The Calico Crows have carved out a distinctive niche in the Pacific Northwest's rich musical ecosystem. Their sound bridges the gap between intimate coffeehouse performances and the grand, sweeping arrangements of modern indie folk, creating music that feels both timeless and thoroughly contemporary.
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