Concerted Efforts welcomes Pat McGee to the roster

Concerted Efforts is proud to welcome a fan favorite like Pat McGee. Pat has built a solid following with 7 great albums and more than 14 years of touring.

"We recently decided to change how we do things," says McGee. "I have been doing some solo, duo, and trio touring, in addition to full band dates. It keeps things interesting." This shift and Pat's revolving live lineups will give fans some variations in the live setting that are sure to please.

McGee was able to whet fans' appetites for some new music with the iTunes-only release of "Live From The Southland" in January 2009. The recording was made at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA, and charted at #5 on the iTunes Rock Chart. Two months later, 2007's "These Days (The Virginia Sessions)" was released nationally on Rock Ridge Music.

"While I continue the work on my next record, due out later this year,'These Days' will finally get the full release we always hoped it would have," says McGee of the album that was previously only sold at band concerts. A song from the record, "Come Back Home," will be serviced to radio as well as to the United States Armed Forces, who will be able to download the track for free.

www.patmcgee.net

Latest release: "These Days (The Virgina Sessions)" via Rock Ridge Music.

Available this summer for festivals & special events (full band, trio or solo acoustic).

Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Cha's Featured in Film

In the Electric Mist features Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones and an all-star cast in this psychological thriller based on the bestselling novel by James Lee Burke. While on an investigation into a series of grisly murders, veteran detective Dave Robicheaux (Jones) navigates his way through the Louisiana bayou and the dark, sultry world of New Orleans mobster "Baby Feet" Balboni (John Goodman). Layers of corruption and long-dead secrets reawaken grudges and a lethal alliance. Other stars include Peter Sarsgaard, Buddy Guy, Levon Helm and Ned Beatty. Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas are featured backing up Buddy Guy in an outdoor party scene. The movie is available on DVD.

To view trailer, click here.

Buckwheat Zydeco's Alligator Records Debut Lay Your Burden Down

Alligator Records has set a May 5, 2009 release date for Lay Your Burden Down, the stunning label debut from American musical legend, Stanley “Buckwheat” Dural Jr. and his band, Buckwheat Zydeco.

The New York Times says, “Stanley ‘Buckwheat’ Dural leads one of the best bands in America. A down-home and high-powered celebration, meaty and muscular with a fine-tuned sense of dynamics…propulsive rhythms, incendiary performances.” The Louisiana accordion and organ master and vocalist recorded the new CD at Dockside Studios in Maurice, Louisiana with Steve Berlin (Los Lobos) producing (as well as leading the horn section). The album features five originals and songs made famous by Led Zeppelin, Gov’t Mule, Bruce Springsteen, Captain Beefheart, JJ Grey & Mofro. Buckwheat Zydeco celebrates its 30th anniversary with the new CD and a lengthy tour.

Hot Club of Cowtown joins Concerted Efforts roster

The Hot Club of Cowtown, featuring original members Elana James on violin and vocals, Whit Smith on guitar and vocals, and Jake Erwin on bass and vocals, have reunited and joined Concerted Efforts roster.

The Best of Hot Club of Cowtown, a 20 song retrospective, was released by Shout ! Factory in 2008, and a new studio cd is completed and due later in 2009.




Samantha Crain & the Midnight Shivers Release Debut Album

Songs In The Night will be released on April 28, 2009 on Ramseur Records (Avett Brothers). Performances are scheduled at South by Southwest, as well as national tour dates with Thao and the Get Down Stay Down (Kill Rock Stars) and select dates with William Elliot Whitmore (ANTI-).

"With a voice like Billie Holiday's tippin' kid sister raised on T. Rex demos and Radiohead ballads, Samantha Crain is a refreshing metaphysical artist that demands attention." -River Cities Reader






Oumou Sangare to Release Seya (Nonesuch/World Circuit)

Seya (Joy) is the first album in six years from 'Mali's Star of Stars' and it reaffirms her position as one of Africa's great female vocalists and an African phenomenon. Since Moussoulou, her debut release, rocketed her to national superstardom in 1989 she has retained her position as one of West Africa's most admired and outspoken artists.

US tour slated for this July. Stay posted for updates.