Richie Allen & the Bad Ideas
Denver, Colorado, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2014 | SELF
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The overall feel of the music is solo-indie, with strong pop sensibilities. His guitar playing is very melodic, a very easy listen, and coincides well with the vocal work. The music is slightly socially conscious, very modern and honest. “The American” is case in point here. This song, and a couple others on the record, sound like a tune that would fit will in a Hunter S. Thompson story. Cheers to Buchborn for creating a sound that is easily appealing while still managing to raise the hairs on our back.” Tim Wenger May 1st, 2014 - Tim Wenger
"Richie Allen & The Midvale 9 are a new band in Philly, making the rounds at open-mics and presented a full showcase set for just the 2nd time in their history. They bring elements of 60's. folk-rock and country into their songwriting. One highlight was a Neil Young & Crazy Horse cover “Cortez The Killer”. Richie is recording a solo album with the help of the band, and meanwhile has gigs with the band on 2/4 at The Grape Room, and an appearance at a songwriter festival in Cape May NJ at the end of March."
- Dan Herman, Radio Crystal Blue (Jan 22, 2012) - Radio Crystal Blue
“Creative, well-crafted songwriting and compelling well-executed performance.”
Kerry Leigh/KDENT Productions
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Discography
"Live at Swallow Hill Music" release date: March 25, 2015
Track List:
1. Hard Times 2. Perfect Remedy 3. Stand Up 4. Father and Son 5. Hindsight 6. Hey Button 7. For a Moment 8. Under Big Skies 9. The American 10. I Remember 11. Last Lullaby
"Richie Allen Buchborn" release date: September 15, 2013
Track List:
1.Sunshine 2. Hindsight 3. Sunnyside Avenue 4. Painted Feet 5. Stand Up 6. The American 7. Hard Times 8. Time to Change
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Bio
Richie Allen & the Bad Ideas were formed when Richie Allen, hooked with
his old friend, and established local drummer, Jake Williams. The two
went to work hand picking local musicians that would fit their vision of
a live-performance centered aesthetic. The intricate styles of bass man
Vaughn Smith from The Blunt Instruments, the soulful voice of Miranda
Clemenson, and the transcendent sounds of cellist Kari Clifton rounded
out the group. Richie Allen & his band count Neil Young, Damien
Rice, and Dave Matthews among their influences. Although focused on
original tunes, the band has covered everyone from Cat Stevens to the
Notorious B.I.G..
Richie
writes songs celebrating the pleasures of the day-to-day, wrapping big
ideas in the study of small moments. The songs range from gentle ballads
to gruff rockers, from quiet meditations to inspiring anthems. The
connective tissues holding it all together are Richie Allen’s dynamic
voice and versatile guitar technique, which can range across genres
without ever seeming out of place.
In
September of 2014, the song "Last Lullaby" was included among winners
of the song contest sponsored by the Colorado Music Business
Association. In June of 2012, Richie was a finalist in the songwriting
contest hosted by The Philadelphia Songwriter's Project. After a
successful 2013 release of his self-titled album, Richie hit the road
and has returned to Denver, Colorado to contribute to the vibrant music
scene.
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