Head for the Hills

Thursday, October 14 • Doors 8pm • Show 9pm • $7 Cover • Over 18 Only • $2 Minor Surcharge

w/ Elemental Shakedown

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 lyrical nature and songwriting seems to evoke reminiscent feelings of inspiration & timelessness. 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, not only from their recently released self-titled studio effort, but also from E-Town (Boulder based not for profit radio station and community builder) as a portion of their performance of Harvestival-Fort Collins, CO (recorded October 2009) was aired nationally on radio stations all across the country this past April, alongside the David Grisman Quintet. Among many, past E-Town Broadcasts and performers have included: T-Bone Burnett, Earl Scruggs, Sam Bush, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones,  Del McCoury Band, Hot Rize and many more.

The band is also heavily interfaced in charitable efforts. Head for the Hills is proud to partner with Conscious Alliance, a Boulder, CO based non-profit group, and their mission to fight hunger in Native America. A limited edition “Head for the Hills 2009 Commemorative Poster” by Rob Marx was available at all 2009 performances. Proceeds from the poster went to benefit Conscious Alliance and their valuable efforts.

The shared vision amongst the members of Head for the Hills is not only to carry on the spirit of bluegrass, but also to expand the general definition as we venture through the post-traditional bluegrass era. Head for the Hills draws significant inspiration from the sounds of the bluegrass forefathers such as John Hartford, David Grisman, or Bill Monroe, but also appeals to anybody who enjoys experiencing the excitement, innovation, or element of youth that is incorporated into each and every performance.

Many respected avenues have sighted Head for the Hills as the next breath of fresh air to emerge from the acoustic realm. With direction from a plethora of talented company 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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