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"Dirty 30s"

Off! Magazine, December 2004 (Vol. 5, Issue 12)

by J. Sohn
Started as a "project band", the Dirty 30s were born when Jason Riley and Brian Heuring began writing catchy tunes on a four track for a good time. Within a few months the Rolex timing of Stu Faris and the thundering bass licks of Jeb Venable were thrown into the mixer and the results are southern fried.

Raised in Cape Girardeau, banging out there unique brand of roots/rock, the Dirty 30s are a show to watch, making it known in November that they are here and ready to play.

It is evident that this band is working on what they want to do and they are doing it pretty well. I'd hate to slap a 'what they sound like' label on them at all because I think they have something for everyone. If you are a fan of Rev. Horton Heat, Mojo Nixon, Bob Dylan, Neil Young or just good old rock-n-roll this IS the band for you. When this band comes around be sure to catch them live for an excellent show. Then you too can see that The Dirty 30's have a style all their own

A new album, produced and recorded in Brooklyn, NY by Eric "Roscoe" Ambel, will be released in early 2005. Ambel is best known for his work with The Bottle Rockets, Ryan Adams, and Steve Earle. Look for the new album and watch for them in Cape soon. - Off! Magazine, December 2004 (Vol. 5, Issue 12)


"Dirty 30s Live"

Dirty 30's Review by Matt Micheals

The Dirty 30's brought their unique blend of roots rock to BG's on Friday, November 19th. In a set sprinkled with a few jokes and some interesting banter with the crowd, one thing remained constant: the barrage of high-energy original tunes.

Lyrically, the Dirty 30's are compelling and honest. Songs like "Justine" and "Farm" tell a story about seemingly real people. Jason Riley's brash and aggressive vocals only help to drive this fact home. Instrumentally, the band seemed tight and focused. The blend of Brian Heuring's bluesy lead guitar, Jeb Veneble's solid and at times flashy bass runs, and Stu Farris's drum fills; kept the energy up and the riffs constant.
The show at BG's was the first "live-music" event of this kind. Judging from the size of the crowd and the way they responded to the band, I'd say this show was the proper start to a possible new venue in Cape Girardeau. If you haven't caught the Dirty 30's live, do yourself a favor, get a copy of their upcoming dates and circle the next one coming up.

One thing is certain, these guys don't disappoint.

For more information about The Dirty 30's, you can check out their website at www.thedirty30s.com.
- Capaha Arrow


"BG's Old Tyme Deli"

Dirty 30's Review by Cara Stone
Live music at the bar of BG's Old Tyme Deli may sound like an odd concept but the Dirty 30's were a perfect fit for the bar's first attempt at hosting local acts. I arrived to find a big yet intimate bar packed with an anxious crowd. The Dirty 30's were running a bit behind but once the PA problems were worked out the band proceeded to rock the house. Dirty 30's brand of roots rock n' roll sounded great at the new venue. For those of you who aren't familiar with the band, imagine a tight three-piece rock n' roll rhythm section with a charismatic front man wielding an acoustic guitar. The unique sound is a blend of a younger John Cougar/Springsteen mixed with the alt country sound of The Drive-By Truckers. The band played original songs including some of my favorites: "Drunken Americans", "Justine", "Crackle", and "To Hell with This I'm a Musician." It was a great show. Not all bands will work in BG's distinct setting, but Dirty 30's were a perfect fit and I hope to see them there again!
- Capaha Arrow


""Dirty Kids Playing with Filthy Rock-and-Roll""

"Dirty Kids Playing with Filthy Rock-and-Roll"

By Andy Dodson
Published: Wednesday, March 9, 2005
Capaha Arrow

I've spent the last two Friday nights down at Breakaway's soaking up cheap beer and solid local rock 'n' roll - a rarity for me except the cheap beer part.

Last weekend Fragile melted my face off with their incendiary alt-metal; this week Dirty 30's seized an opportunity to do the same with their alt-country. Dirty 30's music doesn't exactly aspire for face-melting volume; they just more or less rock your ass off with their bar-band swagger.

I entered the bar, as usual, during the opening band's set. This time I was subjected to the tepid efforts of Minds Above. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't dying for their set to be over with. However, I could tell that they knew they were having an off night. I give them a C for effort, kind of like the special kid in class; after all, certain allowances come with being the opening band.

On those grounds I will exempt Minds Above from the wrath of my persnickety music snobbery. Next time, fellas, leave your ballet shoes at home and bring your ass-kicking grunge rock boots. I think they're up to the challenge, but we'll see.

By 11 p.m. I needed a Red Bull - my evening redemption. Dirty 30's and my Jaeger bomb both cooperated in elevating my night to full on rockin'-out status. Dirty 30's eclectic- and professional-looking posters for their shows sparked a curiosity in me to see the band. But I remained a Dirty 30's virgin until last Friday night and I'd be lying if I said they were gentle.

The guys in the band aptly played the part of a dirty rock 'n' roll band. They adorned the shaggy hair, lots of flannel, denim and tattered T-shirts indicative of their music. The cool part was that I could tell it wasn't an act; Dirty 30's are dirty rock 'n' roll kids. Cape has finally spawned a gaggle of these types of young adults. If we can keep this breed from migrating to areas in search of more culture and less conservatism, then maybe Cape's music scene could actually compete with Carbondale's.

Five guys make up Dirty 30's, and several of them play in other local bands, such as Rock Solid, Squad Car and Pizzasaurus Rex. I find this revolving line of bands and musicians invigorating for our fledgling music scene. Be it only a faint shadow, this intermingling of bands vaguely reminds me of the now-mythic Seattle scene of the late '80s and early '90s.

The 30's have successfully resurrected the soulful yet gritty sound of alt-country pioneers Uncle Tupelo. I kept waiting to hear "Whiskey Bottle," but thankfully the 30's only play originals. However, the 30's music stands out as slightly more straight-up rock than country, but definitely an all-original sound, at least for Cape. I would label them more Drive by Truckers than Tupelo. I know some local bands despise mainstream comparisons, but if it dresses like a Trucker and sounds like a Trucker ...

- Capaha Arrow


Discography

Riley and The Dirty 30s
Heaven For Climate, Hell For Company
Aces Backed With Eights
River Water

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Bio

Dirty 30s were born when Jason Riley and Brian Heuring began writing catchy tunes on a four track. Within a few months the Rolex timing of Stu Faris and the thundering bass licks of Jeb Venable were thrown into the mix and the results are southern fried rock n roll.

Raised in Cape Girardeau, banging out there unique brand of roots/rock, the Dirty 30s are a show to watch, It is evident that this band is working on what they want to do, and they are doing it pretty well. I'd hate to slap a 'what they sound like' label on them at all because I think they have something for everyone. If you are a fan of Rev. Horton Heat, Mojo Nixon, Bob Dylan, Neil Young or just good old rock-n-roll this IS the band for you. When this band comes around be sure to catch them live for an excellent show. Then you too can see that The Dirty 30s have a style all their own.
A new album, produced and recorded in Brooklyn, NY by Eric "Roscoe" Ambel, will be released this year. Ambel is best known for his work with The Bottle Rockets, Ryan Adams, and Steve Earle.

All Shows
2004

9-01 @ Fredericks Music Lounge STL / Moonglades
9-14 @ Creepy Crawl STL / Trainwreck (Kyle Gass)
10-2 @ The Camp C.G. Mo
10-26 @ Fredericks Music Lounge STL / The Sundresses
10-29 @ Port Cape CG MO / Lost Possum
10-30 @ Mat and Corey’s CG MO
11-19 @ B.G's Ole Tyme Saloon C.G. MO
11-30 @ Fredericks Music Lounge STL

2005

1-19 @ Fredericks Music Lounge STL / The Melroys
2-11 @ Port Cape C.G. MO / Mike Renick Band
2-19 @ The Camp C.G. MO / Shooting Gallery
2-26 @ The Outland SPRINGFIELD MO
3-4 @ Breakaways C.G. MO / Minds Above
3-5 @ Rudyard Kipling LOUISVILLE KY / Shooting Gallery / Javelinas
3-19 @ Springwater NASHVILLE TN
3-25 @ B.G's Oyle Time Saloon C.G. MO
4-5 @ Fredericks Music Lounge STL
4-14 @ Lakeside Lounge NYC
4-23 @ Bar next door SPRINGFIELD MO
5-7 @ Port cape C.G. MO 5-14 @ Gearbox STL / Earl / The Whiskey Donts
5-20 @ Lemmons STL / Redding
6-10 @ Rude Dog Pub C.G. MO /
6-11 @ Mutiny CHICAGO / Late For Shouldas,
6-17 @ Lemmons STL / Backyard Tire Fire
6-18 @ Gearbox STL / Wormwood Scrubs / The Doxies
7-01 @ Gearbox STL / Brother From Another
7-22 @ Horseshoe in Chicago / Psychobilly Kadillacs
7-28 @ The Basement in Nashville / Spirtual Family Reunion, Justin Earle
8-12 @ Off Broadway STL / Billy Coma / The Nev
9-23 @ City Of Roses Music Festival CG MO
9-24 @ Pour House CG MO
9-30 @ Rude Dog Pub CG MO / Juniper Wind
10-01 @ Lemmons STL / The Round Ups
11-05 @ Off Broadway STL / Aintry / Giant Bear
11-1 1@ Rude Dog Pub CG MO / The Doxies

2006
1-7 @ Fredericks Music Lounge STL
2-12 @ The Red Sea STL
2-25 @ Rude Dog Pub CG MO