Blackberry Wood
Blackberry Wood is a musical group based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It consists of guitar, vocals, stand-up bass, drum-kit, percussion, and horn section. Depending on the event and their line-up, they will also perform with accordion and fiddle.
History
The band was formed in 2004 as a two piece, consisting of Kris and Corinne. In 2006, the group expanded to a three piece, and by the end of that year had become an eight piece. The group has been interviewed by Nardwuar the Human Serviette, Canadian celebrity interviewer.[1]
Albums
Blackberry Wood's first album, a self-titled CD, was released in 2007. A remastered version of "Travelling Horse Opry", featuring art from Vancouver artist Jordan Bent[2] was released in May 2010.
Performances
The group has played many shows throughout Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the United States. In 2008, 2009, and 2010 Blackberry Wood toured the United Kingdom, including Glastonbury Festival the latter two years.[3] [4] [5]
In the summer of 2011 the group plans to return to the United Kingdom.
References
- ↑ "Nardwuar vs. Blackberry Wood & Andrew W.K.". Nardwuar vs. Blackberry Wood & Andrew W.K. 4 July 2009. Retrieved 25 November 2010.
- ↑ "Jordan Bent". JordanBent.com. 1 April 2009. Retrieved 14 April 2009.
- ↑ "London gets a woody for East Vancouver's Blackberry Wood". http://www.straight.com/article-232921/london-gets-woody-local-blackberry''. 18 June 2009. Retrieved 25 November 2010.
- ↑ "Glastonbury Festival Line-Up - Glastonbury Festival 2010". http://www.efestivals.co.uk/festivals/glastonbury/2010/lineuppage.shtml''. 21 June 2010. Retrieved 25 November 2010.
- ↑ "Glastonbury 2010 Line-Up". http://www.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk/line-up-poster/''. 25 November 2010. Retrieved 25 November 2010.