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Friday, June 19, 2009 


http://pollstar.com/blogs/hotstar/archive_/2009/06...

This week's cover story in Pollstar!

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Tuesday, April 14, 2009 

THANK YOU HOBOS!
Heartfelt thanks to all the fans and friends who came out to show their support and enjoy the music on the first leg of our Spring, 2009 tour! This was, hands down, the most successful tour we've had to date. It was wonderful to see old friends and new faces at every stop along the way, and we can't wait to do it all again with the second leg of our Spring tour starting Saturday, 4/25 at the MCDOWELL MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL in Scottsdale, AZ! We'll continue our western sojourn with stops in Solana Beach, CA (4/27, BELLY UP); W. Hollywood, CA (4/28, THE ROXY); Crystal Bay, NE (4/30, CRYSTAL BAY CASINO- CROWN ROOM) and the grand finale in San Francisco (5/1 and 5/2, THE FILLMORE). Please make sure you get your tickets ahead of time, as we are well on our way to being sold out for these shows. Tickets and info for these and ALL tour dates can be found at http://www.railroadearth.com/tourdates/


WHAT'S GOOD IN YOUR HOOD?
The family is second only to the music, which is why we've launched a new on-line community! Find or share lyrics and chords to RRE songs, view setlists from RRE shows,  trade recordings, find a ride, chat with other music lovers, find out who's in your neighborhood... all your hobo needs can be fulfilled!! http://ignoredbydinosaurs.com/forum/index.php
 

NEW MANDOLIN RELEASE FROM JOHN SKEHAN
Our own mandolin phenom, John Skehan, takes things in a new (old) direction with this recording of eighteenth century mandolin duets:  "John Skehan and Todd Collins perform the Mandolin duets of Emanuele Barbella". You can preview some of the music or purchase the CD at http://cdbaby.com/cd/skehancollins and join their myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/johnskehanandtoddcollins.


RAILROAD EARTH- TELL A FRIEND!
It's now easier to find the band on Facebook! If you aren't already  signed up on our fan page, please join us at http://www.facebook.com/railroadearth. You can also get the latest news and info on our myspace page http://www.myspace.com/railroadearth. Please help us out by sharing this information with your friends, and let 'em know we'd love to be their friend, too!


THIS WEEK'S FORECAST
The Forecast is a page brought to you by Railroad Earth devoted entirely to various green-related issues, environmental action and sustainability causes. Biologist Christiana Conser provides us with food-for-thought in her weekly blog, which features topics about the aforementioned issues with links, information, and tips on how to get involved. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. We  encourage fans to post comments and opinions on the The Forecast page, and also share with us how you are getting more involved.

This week's Forecast:
"Global warming isn't just about melting glaciers, it is changing life in forests, and the birds and butterflies in our backyards..  This week The Forecast discusses "Real Spring" - a new book that looks at the  impacts of climate change on the world immediately around us." www.railroadearth.com/theforecast


Thanks again, and hope to see you soon!

Your friends from Railroad Earth
http://www.railroadearth.com
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Monday, April 13, 2009 

Current mood:  inspired


Greetings,

Todd Collins and I are pleased to announce the release of our recording of eighteenth century mandolin duets. "John Skehan and Todd Collins perform the Mandolin duets of Emanuele Barbella" is now available. You can preview some of the music at http://cdbaby.com/cd/skehancollins and please visit our myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/johnskehanandtoddcollins for more information. many thanks to everyone who has supported us over the years by coming out to our various cafe and coffee house gigs where we worked out the kinks in this music. we hope you will enjoy what you hear.

cheers,

John Skehan





Todd and John have been performing as a mandolin duo for a number of years, usually playing Bluegrass, Celtic and Old-time fiddle tunes, and Jazz as well as their own original compositions. Delving into these tightly knit Baroque duets started out as a fun musical diversion, but before too long the idea of a record project became increasingly appealing. This literature would traditionally be performed on classical Neopolitan, or "bowl-back" mandolins- ("tater-bugs" as the bluegrassers call them)-which have a very delicate sound compared to the modern F5 mandolin. The power of the F5, that versatile bluegrass warhorse, brings a new dimension to this repertoire, and we hope you will all enjoy it.


Please visit http://cdbaby.com/cd/skehancollins to preview more tracks and purchase the CD. To find out more about Todd Collins, please visit www.toddcollinsmusic.com to find out more about John and Railroad Earth, please visit www.railroadearth.com  



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Wednesday, March 25, 2009 

Current mood:  vibrant


SPRING TOUR IS UNDER WAY!

Railroad Earth is rolling towards the midwest as we speak! We're excited to have SPLIT LIP RAYFIELD  join us on the road through mid-April.

COMING UP THIS WEEK: spring tour kicks off this Thursday (3/26) at THE PAGEANT in St. Louis, MO, followed by our much anticipated return to the BARRYMORE THEATER in Madison, WI on Friday, 3/27. We have a special double header on Saturday 3/28, with an acoustic in-store performance at the APPLE STORE in Chicago, IL at 1pm, followed by an evening performance at the legendary HOUSE OF BLUES at 9pm. Sunday night 3/29 brings us back to the REDSTONE ROOM in Davenport, IA.

Tickets and info for these and all shows can be found at http://www.railroadearth.com/tourdates/



WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS TO 10K LAKES FESTIVAL!

We are looking forward to being back at 10,000 Lakes Festival in beautiful Detroit Lakes, MI (July 22-25), and have just learned that you and a friend have an opportunity to join us there for FREE! All entries must be received by 11:59PM JUNE 30th, 2009. On JULY 1st, 2009, the lucky winner will be selected at random from all entrants. 2) PLEASE NOTE: Only one entry will be accepted per valid email address. 3) All entrants must be at least 18 years old at the time of entry. 4) Winners must be US Residents.

For more information, please visit: http://musicallies.com/10klf/contest/myspace/index.shtml?railroadearth



for your viewing pleasure...

Check out the band in action at the Keswick Theater in Glenside, PA (3/7/09, special guests: New Riders of the Purple Sage), courtesy of Phrequency.com:

Elko and Interview -
 http://www.phrequency.com/genres/folk/090317_PHR_RailroadEarth_Elko.html


For Love -
 http://www.phrequency.com/genres/folk/090318_phr_rrearth_forlove5.html


Butterfly and The Tree -

http://www.phrequency.com/genres/folk/090319_phr_rrearth_butterfly.html

The Forecast -

http://www.phrequency.com/genres/folk/090320_PHR_RREarth_Forecast.html

Please help us keep the music flowing by forwarding this e-mail to your friends, posting it on message boards and networking websites (facebook, mypsace, tribe, twitter, etc) you belong to, and sending us your ideas about how to get the word out!

Thanks, as always for your love and support- see you on the rails!

Your friends from Railroad Earth
www.railroadearth.com
www.myspace.com/railroadearth
www.facebook.com/railroadearth




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Monday, March 02, 2009 

Current mood:  thankful

HERE COMES SUNSHINE!
Well, we finally got dumped on here in NJ- there's almost a foot of snow outside the window! Spring tour can't come fast enough- we've got lots of new spring and summer dates listed on our website, and are still working on filling in the rest of the summer. If you're anywhere near home turf, be sure to get your tickets SOON for this Saturday's show at the KESWICK THEATER (3/7/09) in GLENSIDE, PA, where we will once again share the stage with our good friends NEW RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE. It's your last chance to see the fellas in the Northeast for a few months, so don't miss the celebration! Tickets can be found at http://www.keswicktheatre...com/content.cgi?cid=3

For information and tickets for ALL upcoming shows, visit http://www.railroadearth.c..om/tourdates/

YOU CAN HELP!
Flyers and 8x10 posters for all upcoming Spring Tour shows are available for download on the Earthboard http://groups.yahoo.com/gr..oup/earthboard?yguid=1497..23052) and the Street Team message board (http://groups.yahoo.com/gr..oup/rrestreetteam/?yguid=1..49723052).
Please consider printing a few to take with you in your travels and help spread the word to all your music loving friends and neighbors!!

ATHENS IN THE NEWS!
Here's a nice, well-thought out review of the Athens, GA show (2/25/09, Georgia Theater) for your reading pleasure. Feel free to share the link with folks who ask the age-old questions "what kind of music do they play, and are they any good?" http://flagpole.com/Weekly../Features/RailroadEarth.25..Feb09

THIS WEEK'S FORECAST
The Forecast is a page brought to you by Railroad Earth devoted entirely to various green-related issues, environmental action and sustainability causes. Biologist Christiana Conser provides us with food-for-thought in her weekly blog, which features topics about the aforementioned issues with links, information, and tips on how to get
involved. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. We encourage fans to post comments and opinions on the The Forecast page, and also share with us how you are getting more involved.

This week's Forecast:
"This week's Forecast looks at how the birds of America are responding to climate change. Are birds the canaries in the climate change coal mine? Find out at www.railroadearth.com/theforecast"

Please help out by posting any or all of this information on your mypsace and facebook pages, and forwarding it to your friends and family- your love keeps the train rolling!

See you on the rails!
Your friends from Railroad Earth
www.railroadearth.com



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Wednesday, February 04, 2009 

Current mood:  chipper
Category: Music



RAILROAD EARTH FANCLUB TICKETING IS HERE!
RRE TICKETING has officially signed on with a new host for our service. We’ve done a lot of research and heard nothing but great things about our new hosting company. If you’d like to register for RRE Fanclub Ticketing (and save on service charges!), please visit: https://tixx1.artistarena.com/railroadearth/ Only a few shows are currently on sale there, but more are coming soon!

GIGS AND MORE GIGS!
We're putting the finishing touches on our Spring tour, which will take us through the deep south, across the midwest and down to Texas (then we'll catch our breath at home for a couple of weeks, and head west again to finish the job, just before diving head-first into festival season!)  all tour dates and details can be found at http://www.railroadearth.com/tourdates/ 

NEW JERSEY BIDS ADIEU TO THE BOYS!
Next weekend's show at the Stone Pony (2/13, Asbury Park, NJ) and the SPECTACULAR event that's coming together at the Keswick  Theater on 3/7/09 (Glenside, PA; with New Riders of the Purple Sage, and Larry Keel Band) will be the band's last "hometown" shows for quite some time, so make sure you get your tickets soon (and spread the word to all your music loving friends and neighbors to do the same!) Once tickets are gone, so is your chance to get that  hometown hobo groove on. Don't delay!

JOIN US ON MYSPACE AND FACEBOOK!
We are in the cyber swimming pool, so please be our friend, and tell your friends to check it out! http://www.myspace.com/railroadearth and http://www.facebook.com/pages/Railroad-Earth/7618547362  If you know of any other networking websites and would like to start Railroad Earth fanpage, please contact gayle@railroadearth.com for  discography, images, and other info to help you get started!

THIS WEEK'S FORECAST:
The Forecast is a page brought to you by Railroad Earth devoted entirely to various green-related issues, environmental action and sustainability causes. Biologist Christiana Conser provides us with food-for-thought in her weekly blog, which features topics about the aforementioned issues with links, information, and tips on how to get involved. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. We encourage fans to post comments and opinions on the The Forecast page, and also share with us how you are getting more involved.

This week's Forecast:
"Have you even wondering why you're one of those people who rarely sees any wildlife when you're out on the trail?  One small change in your approach in the great outdoors can transform your experiences, not only how much wildlife you see and how many fish you catch, but your satisfaction.  This week The Forecast discusses tips for deepening your connection to nature: get invisible, get into your breath, and keep your wake down."   www.railroadearth.com/theforecast

Thanks, and see you on the rails!

Your friends from Railroad Earth
www.railroadearth.com

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Wednesday, January 14, 2009 

Current mood:  jedi
cut and paste and pass it on....!

SUNDAY BREAKFAST!
WFUV (90.7 in the New York area, or http://www.wfuv.org/) will air a special in-studio performance and interview with Railroad Earth on Sunday, January 18th from 8-11am (EST). Thanks to DJ John Platt for having us on his Sunday Breakfast program!!

DON'T SAY WE DIDN'T WARN YOU:
Tickets for the Boulton Center show on 1/23 (Bayshore, Long Island)and Ridgefield Playhouse on 1/24 (Ridgefield, CT) are going FAST! Both shows are close to sold out- so make sure you get tickets soon (and please help us warn your music loving friends and neighbors to do the same)! For info and tickets on ALL shows, visit the Railroad Earth tour dates page

NEW SHOWS ANNOUNCED!
We're heading North! and South! and West! (and giving a little love to our friends here at home in the East!). We're still adding dates to the Spring tour and hope to see as many happy hobos as we can. For up-to-date CONFIRMED shows (don't believe it if you don't hear it from us!) visit www.railroadearth.com, or the Railroad Earth myspace page, or the Railroad Earth Facebook page .

THIS WEEK'S FORECAST:
..The Forecast is a page brought to you by Railroad Earth devoted entirely to various green-related issues, environmental action and sustainability causes. Biologist Christiana Conser provides us with food-for-thought in her weekly blog, which features topics about the aforementioned issues with links, information, and tips on how to get involved.  PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. We encourage fans to post comments and opinions on the The Forecast page, and also share with us how you are getting more involved.

This week's Forecast:
"Neil Young says, "Singing a song won't change the world",  so he's trying to change it one gas guzzler at a time.  This week The Forecast brings you more about his latest project, the LincVolt hybrid car."   www.railroadearth.com/theforecast

THIS TRAIN DEPARTS IN 48 HOURS
We're braving the elements and sub zero temperatures to get warm with all our friends in Buffalo (mmm..... wings....) Syracuse and Troy, NY this weekend (Thursday, Friday, Saturday)! Bring a new friend to the shows, and win our undying love and gratitude for LIFE!!

All the best and happy new year!

~Your friends from Railroad Earth
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Tuesday, January 06, 2009 

Current mood:  grateful
Though this is only one perspective, I think it's safe to say that a good time was had by all!

http://www.glidemagazine.com/hiddentrack/review-railroad-earth-the-aladdin/

It was wonderful to be able to move into one spot for a few days- to be able to relax a little, sight see a little, and share in the huge energy that the hobos brought every night was a true gift!!

Looking forward to many more wonderful moments in 2009!

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Wednesday, December 03, 2008 

Current mood:  chipper
Welcome to December, hobos!

SHERMAN THEATER FOOD DRIVE WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!
We are so grateful to everyone who brought donations for our food drive with Strangers Helping Strangers this past weekend! We had a a very impressive wall of food in the lobby by Saturday night. Thanks to the friends and fans who brought their good energy to the shows and made this a wonderful event for the band, crew and all of the hobo family! We hope to see all of you again as we bring our celebration of the New Year home for a show at PENNS PEAK (Jim Thorpe, PA) on January 3, 2009!!

LAST CHANCE TO SAVE $$ ON TICKETS FOR OUR NEW YEARS RUN!
Railroad Earth's Baseline ticketing is now offering individual-night tickets (as well as three-night packages, if there are any left!) for our New Year's Extravaganza at the ALADDIN THEATER in Portland Oregon on 12/29, 30 and 31. The service charge on these tickets is far more reasonable than purchasing through major ticket retailers, but Baseline ticketing will only be selling tickets THROUGH FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 AT 12PM (PST)!! (That's 3pm to us east coasters!). After that, any remaining tickets (and there aren't many!) will still be available through ticketmaster.com, all service charges apply. Take advantage of this opportunity to save some money by purchasing your tickets at at http://railroadearth.baselineticketing.com/  TODAY!

WHAT'S THE FORECAST?
The Forecast is a page brought to you by Railroad Earth devoted entirely to various green-related issues, environmental action and sustainability causes. Biologist Christiana Conser provides us with food-for-thought in her weekly blog, which features topics about the aforementioned issues with links, information, and tips on how to get involved.  PLEASE DO NOT REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE. We encourage fans to post comments and opinions on the The Forecast page, and also share with us how you are getting more involved.

This week's Forecast:
"If the Bush Administration gets it way, millions of acres of Oregon old growth forests are slated to be clear cut, as will protections for salmon bearing creeks and streams. This week The Forecast discusses the newly released Western Oregon Plan Revision (WOPR) and shows you ways you can help save Oregon's old growth forests. Check out The Forecast at http://www.railroadearth.com/theforecast."

For information about ALL upcoming tour dates and news, please visit http://www.railroadearth.com . And please share this e-mail with your music loving friends, message boards, and newsgroups- your help keeps this train rolling!

See you on the rails!

your friends from Railroad Earth

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Tuesday, September 09, 2008 

Current mood:  productive
First stop, CHICAGO!

Railroad Earth will be pulling into the House of Blues this Friday (9/12), ready to kick off the Fall tour in a huge way with our windy city hobo family! We'll ride the  highways and byways through Madison (Barrymore Theater, Saturday 9/13) and Milwaukee (Mirimar Theater, Sunday 9/14)  with our friends, the everybodyfields, opening the shows.


Great American Taxi joins our musical odyssey in Minneapolis (The Cabooze) on Tuesday 9/16, followed by Iowa City (Englert Theater, Wednesday 9/17), and the almost sold-out 2 night run at the Fox Theater in Boulder (Friday and Saturday, 9/19 and 20)....

The final leg of our tour brings us to Flagstaff (Orpheum Theater, 9/22) and up the left coast through Solana Beach, CA (Belly Up, Tuesday 9/23) with a stop in the City of Angels (The Roxy, Thursday 9/25).
The BIG FINISH will be in San Francisco, at the legendary FILLMORE THEATER FOR TWO NIGHTS! The Watson Twins will open the shows on 9/26+27, and we're planning all kinds of musical mischief and good times, so don't miss it!

Many of these shows are close to selling out, so please don't wait until the last minute to get your tickets!  http://www. railroadearth. com/rre/tour. do

Last, but not least, please help us keep on doing what we love- forward this message to your friends, post a note on your myspace or facebook pages, write your blogs, organize your carpools, help your out of town friends keep it real by organizing trips to the box office, whatever it takes to keep the music flowing!

See you on the rails!

your friends from Railroad Earth
www. railroadearth. com
www. myspace. com/railroadearth
Railroad Earth on Facebook
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