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Saturday, March 19 • 9:00pm - 10:00pm
Head for the Hills

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Rooted in the tradition of bluegrass, the music of Head for the Hills is a vibrant mixture of homegrown compositions, traditional harmonies, and a progressive approach to improvisation. The group’s engaging lyrical nature and songwriting seems to evoke reminiscent feelings of inspiration & timelessness while also visiting modern society. In the live setting, Head for the Hills can venture into a myriad of musical styles and sonic landscapes that caters to a boundless array of listeners. 2010 has been an outright explosive year for the quartet, having been voted by the Westword (Denver, CO) as the “Best Bluegrass” band in Colorado, a highly esteemed honor. Additionally, the band has been receiving national radio recognition and attention, from their recently released self-titled studio effort (Produced by Drew Emmitt) which peaked at #111 on the CMJ Top 200. This endearing release captures the true essence of the consistently evolving group. . Many respected avenues have sighted Head for the Hills as the next breath of fresh air to emerge from the acoustic realm. With their new release Head for the Hills and an ever evolving approach to progressive acoustic music, there is no telling what successes lay ahead for this group of talented musicians.
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Head for the Hills

"Head for the Hills has created a sound that is all at once organic, precise, timeless, and brand-new,” as reported by the Missoula Independent. The acclaimed Colorado quartet has been receiving nation-wide recognition in response to their refreshing take on acoustic music. Described... Read More →



Saturday March 19, 2011 9:00pm - 10:00pm CDT
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