Some Assembly Required
Poquoson, Virginia, United States
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"From the first moment I heard Some Assembly Required, I felt they produced a heartfelt, vibrant and fresh approach to the music. With respect for tradition and an eye on the future, it truly makes for great results every time, every listen. You will always hear something new and different with every performance. guaranteed."
Chris Gowen, WSVS AM 800, the Country Legend, Crewe, VA - WSVS AM 800
"From the first moment I heard Some Assembly Required, I felt they produced a heartfelt, vibrant and fresh approach to the music. With respect for tradition and an eye on the future, it truly makes for great results every time, every listen. You will always hear something new and different with every performance. guaranteed."
Chris Gowen, WSVS AM 800, the Country Legend, Crewe, VA - WSVS AM 800
I can say that after weeks of listening I remain very impressed. The sound, the song selection, the presentation (graphics), the commentary; even to the face of the CD itself. You guys got the job done, first class. - Daly and Associates
Some Assembly Required is a quartet from Richmond, Va., with a unique approach to bluegrass music. This 11-song project is a blending of familiar numbers such as "Red Clay Halo" and "Wrong Road Again" along with original pieces composed by band member Leo Szydlowski. The band's performances are flawless, as demonstrated on "Just Like Candy," Hank Williams' "There'll Be No Teardrops Tonight," and Gordon Lightfoot's "Go My Way." One particular highlight is Lynn Stephens' emotional version of "Footprints." "Tools Of The Trade" is contemporary bluegrass performed with style from a group that displays a truly creative spirit. - Bluegrass Unlimted, August 2009
I can say that after weeks of listening I remain very impressed. The sound, the song selection, the presentation (graphics), the commentary; even to the face of the CD itself. You guys got the job done, first class. - Daly and Associates
I don't think I've ever seen a group of musicians happier about the release of a new project than the members of Some Assembly Required. There were strong performances throught the CD by band members and guests. The last song on the CD is titled "A Place To Rest". It was written by Leo Szydlowski and is sung by Leo and Lynn. It is a sentimental song about life at home. This is a fine song and was really quite a surprise for me. I believe this is Leo's best work.
As with most bands the lead pickers and singers tend to get mentioned over and over and those who are the bedrock upon which the band rest are often neglected. I want to correct that right now by complimenting Ernie Freeby on his rock solid and unobtrusive bass playing throughtout the project. It is my opinion the Some Assembly Requried has produced a recorded project they can all be proud of. Let me say that if you enjoy seeing and hearing them in a live setting, then you will very much enjoy the CD, "Tools Of The Trade." - Bluegrass Virginia Blogspot
Discography
"Tools of the Trade" is the first CD release for the band. Members have recorded with many other bands during their careers and have regularly performed on live radio at WSVS AM 800 recently sharing a two hour broadcast with the Steep Canyon Rangers and Curly Seckler. WSVS streams music on the net and previous shows can be heard from their archives. SAR's music can also be heard on the web site at: www.assemblyrequiredbluegrass.com
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Bio
If you absolutely love splendid vocal harmony, Some Assembly Required is what you are looking and listening for.
Lynn Stephens is the 2006, 2008 & 2010 Virginia State Champion female vocalist and Leo Szydlowski is an award winning song writer and the 2010 Virginia State male vocalist. Bill Richardson has played bass with a number of bands over the years and is a true professional. Scott Street brings a love for the music and an expertise on the instrument.
Influences include the Rice Brothers, Claire Lynch, Emmylou Harris, the Louvin Brothers and many other traditional and contemporary Bluegrass artists.
When you see SAR perform you will immediately recognize the unique song and harmony arrangements. They deliver their material with feeling for the songs that has been noticed by the studio and mastering engineers that worked on their latest project. Countless people have said how they relate to the music and how moved they are by a performance.
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