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Ben Rudnick and Friends |
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| Quirky lyrics and the swing and bounce of American roots music are singer-songwriter Ben Rudnick's trademark, and he combines them to winning effect in his latest musical potpourri. A Frog Named Sam traces the saga of a water-loathing frog whose move to the big city leads to the conclusion that there's no place like home. "Race Car" is an exhilarating ride and "Drink It Up" is a sunny celebration. A couple of exuberant instrumentals, "Ben's Jig" (by Rudnick) and "John's Jig" (by mandolin master John Zevos) nearly steal the show, featuring Mark Yacovone's gorgeous accordion work. Enjoyable versions of some traditional tunes—"Erie Canal," "Old Joe Clark," "Greensleeves"—make the mix, too. Among Rudnick's other terrific bandmates are Cowboy Junkies' Jeff Bird on harmonica and bass player Johnny Sciascia of indie country band The Coachmen. "...very Widespread Panic-ish or like Phish! I have heard this a billion times and still like it."—Daddy Brad, DaddyLab.Com "Little Deadheads! The tracks from the Grateful Dead influenced kiddie jam band are groovy."—Parenting Magazine Tickets $15, babies under 2 free Part of our B.Y.O.K. series. |
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