Special Red Barn Radio Pre-Show Event
Wednesday March 16, 2011 you'll be able to hear Morgan O’kane with band of brothers, on Red Barn Radio as he does an early set at 5:15 PM.
Red Barn Radio showcases Old Time and Bluegrass musicians, both from the Kentucky Commonwealth and neighboring states where Kentucky music has settled and flourished.
Morgan O’kane is an exuberant and intensely talented musician from Charlottesville, Virginia – residing in NYC. His distinct sound is an evolution of his work with“scum billy” band Casa De Chihuahua and time spent playing in the New York Subway system. In 2010 Morgan is emerging above ground, equipped with a suitcase, kick pedal, banjo, a sense of urgency and a debut full length recording, “Nine Lives”
A capable one man band, Morgan is often accompanied around the globe by a revolving door of inspirational musicians such as fiddle player Ferd Moyse of the Hackensaw boys, Dobro player Ezekiel Healy, Banjo “ninja” Philip Roebuck, singer/songwriters Domino Kirke, Zack Orion, and cellists Ben Sollee and Leyla McCalla.
This Pre-Show Event is FREE, then stay for our regular Broadcast Recording at 7 PM with the Rigney Family Band.
http://www.morganokanemusic.com/
Recent Reviews
Morgan O’Kane – Nine Lives
“Could a banjo revolution be underway? With Old Man Luedecke bringing the instrument some mainstream attention in Canada, he’s now got some hefty competition from O’Kane, a Virginia native who’s partly built his reputation playing in the New York subway. What is most immediately apparent on Nine Lives, O’Kane’s debut album, is the sheer force of his banjo playing ability. On tracks such as “Time” and” Tallulah May” he is able to lay down a relentless groove that brings the banjo back to its pre-bluegrass origins as a true rhythm instrument. In fact, everything about O’Kane seems out of time, from the subtle Irish overtones in his style, to his gruff, shouted vocals. Nine Lives is simply a stunning glimpse of an artist destined to make a mark in the Americana field in short order.” Jason Schneider, Exclaim! May,2010
“We are talking sheer joy here. Blow the roof off intensity. Gonzo spirit meets articulately flying fingers…OH!” Feb. 2010/Jessie Scott, Musicfog.com
“the groove is mesmerizing and deep, featuring his homemade brand of banjo virtuosity that leaves other players scratching their heads.” Feb. 2010, Ben Sollee/ Buzzgrinder
“Brooklyn-based O’Kane’s music does not need kick-starting. This is mountain music that makes your feet want to move. Great banjo playing with a side of raw and rough vocals, often set just a little behind the music, giving the arrangements their gutsy, authentic feel. His songs are a curious mix of Appalachian Folk, Bluegrass, and Zydeco. This upbeat debut album is highly recommended if you like organic mountain music. It’s hard not to be a fan of this kind of music when it’s done with such skill by talented performers like Morgan O’Kane.” May 2010/ Callitfolk 05/10
“”A hugely enjoyable album with a definite feel good factor” May 2010 / UK’s themusiccritic.com
” a true banjo virtuoso…exudes vitality…an unbridled sense of freedom seeps through every track” Apr. 2010/ rootstime.be
“Banjo genius Morgan O’Kane’s performances dazzled and surprised” Feb. 2010/ Pete Knapp – Shuteye Records
“Amazing” Mar. 2010/ Warren Catlett – Radio free Americana
“These guys are wicked!” Oct. 2009 /Steve Finnerty – Alabama 3
“Morgan O’Kane is an extremely talented Americana banjo player and singer, who combines technical skill with phenomenal energy and a raw punk attitude. He is a one man festival waiting to happen… during his three days at our festival he was omnipresent – playing at car crash speed and singing like his life depended on it, at any time of the day or night, with any musician who could keep up with him, from German ska bands to Irish trad outfits, and creating an instant party wherever he went. We’d have him back anytime.” Jan. 2010/ Kieran Gilmore –OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL Belfast,N.I.
“If Uncle Dave Macon married Bruce Springsteen their love child would be Morgan O’Kane” May 2010 / Michael Jonathan, Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour
A capable one man band, Morgan is often accompanied around the globe by a revolving door of inspirational musicians such as fiddle player Ferd Moyse of the Hackensaw boys, Dobro player Ezekiel Healy, Banjo “ninja” Philip Roebuck, singer/songwriters Domino Kirke, Zack Orion, and cellists Ben Sollee and Leyla McCalla.
This Pre-Show Event is FREE, then stay for our regular Broadcast Recording at 7 PM with the Rigney Family Band.
http://www.morganokanemusic.com/
Recent Reviews
Morgan O’Kane – Nine Lives
“Could a banjo revolution be underway? With Old Man Luedecke bringing the instrument some mainstream attention in Canada, he’s now got some hefty competition from O’Kane, a Virginia native who’s partly built his reputation playing in the New York subway. What is most immediately apparent on Nine Lives, O’Kane’s debut album, is the sheer force of his banjo playing ability. On tracks such as “Time” and” Tallulah May” he is able to lay down a relentless groove that brings the banjo back to its pre-bluegrass origins as a true rhythm instrument. In fact, everything about O’Kane seems out of time, from the subtle Irish overtones in his style, to his gruff, shouted vocals. Nine Lives is simply a stunning glimpse of an artist destined to make a mark in the Americana field in short order.” Jason Schneider, Exclaim! May,2010
“We are talking sheer joy here. Blow the roof off intensity. Gonzo spirit meets articulately flying fingers…OH!” Feb. 2010/Jessie Scott, Musicfog.com
“the groove is mesmerizing and deep, featuring his homemade brand of banjo virtuosity that leaves other players scratching their heads.” Feb. 2010, Ben Sollee/ Buzzgrinder
“Brooklyn-based O’Kane’s music does not need kick-starting. This is mountain music that makes your feet want to move. Great banjo playing with a side of raw and rough vocals, often set just a little behind the music, giving the arrangements their gutsy, authentic feel. His songs are a curious mix of Appalachian Folk, Bluegrass, and Zydeco. This upbeat debut album is highly recommended if you like organic mountain music. It’s hard not to be a fan of this kind of music when it’s done with such skill by talented performers like Morgan O’Kane.” May 2010/ Callitfolk 05/10
“”A hugely enjoyable album with a definite feel good factor” May 2010 / UK’s themusiccritic.com
” a true banjo virtuoso…exudes vitality…an unbridled sense of freedom seeps through every track” Apr. 2010/ rootstime.be
“Banjo genius Morgan O’Kane’s performances dazzled and surprised” Feb. 2010/ Pete Knapp – Shuteye Records
“Amazing” Mar. 2010/ Warren Catlett – Radio free Americana
“These guys are wicked!” Oct. 2009 /Steve Finnerty – Alabama 3
“Morgan O’Kane is an extremely talented Americana banjo player and singer, who combines technical skill with phenomenal energy and a raw punk attitude. He is a one man festival waiting to happen… during his three days at our festival he was omnipresent – playing at car crash speed and singing like his life depended on it, at any time of the day or night, with any musician who could keep up with him, from German ska bands to Irish trad outfits, and creating an instant party wherever he went. We’d have him back anytime.” Jan. 2010/ Kieran Gilmore –OPEN HOUSE FESTIVAL Belfast,N.I.
“If Uncle Dave Macon married Bruce Springsteen their love child would be Morgan O’Kane” May 2010 / Michael Jonathan, Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour
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