The Vinyl Stash
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July 2006 Issue:
Holy cow! This isn't a good debut in the least- it's great on every conceivable level. Like an unexpected slap across the kisser, The Vinyl Stash roars into the forefront with a new release that's so perfect that it's almost frightening. It's funny, fresh and riotously rocking.
How is this possible? Here is a Long Island-based band that takes its cues not from the hair metal of the 80s or whiny emo tripe but seemingly from such funk/rock stalwarts as Frank Zappa, George Clinton and perhaps Maryland's All Mighty Senators. Get your funk shoes on, because The Vinyl Stash is one of the most groovin' bands we've heard in a long while.
Comprised of vocalist Jimmy Dowd, bassist Spencer Coleman, guitarist Ziv Shalev, and drummer Eran Asias, this is stuff that's indefinable yet danceable, creative, and totally tongue-in-cheek. The review copy sent to us didn't include any liner notes, but it sounds wonderful (and completely release-able as is) and is mastered to perfection.
Anyone brave enough to slip this disc into their CD players will hear songwriting and musicianship that reveals gobs of influences, from The Red Hot Chili Peppers to Was (Not Was) to The Beatles to Tony Orlando & Dawn (we're not kidding), but the entire melodic stew is as nourishing as any locally produced music you'll ever hear. Highlights include the uproarious opener, "Winebox Rules," an ode to a good party with an Issac Hayes-ish spoken word intro; "Stupid Games," which shows off the band's versatility; and the semi-jazzy "The Big Pushover," which we can't figure out in the least, but it sure is fun. From the sound arrangements to the overall upbeat demeanor of this stunning effort, we say now what we say rarely: Major labels, get out those contracts. The Vinyl Stash is certainly ready for bigger and better things. The name of the group belies what they are about: Four music fans who have used their influences to create their own amazing sound. Miss this one at your own risk. If their live shows are as excellent as this record, they won't be playing the Kenny's Castaways of the world much longer. Good Times doesn't know if this album is commercially available as of yet, but for now, learn about the band at thevinylstash.com or at their MySpace area.
One more time: Holy cow. Variety Bash is, in a word, tremendous
---Syl Nathan - Good Times Magazine
Discography
The Vinlyl Stash Variety Bash LP
Coming Soon....The Vinyl Stash Soul Poet LP
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Bio
THE VINYL STASH
In the summer of 2006 a beat up '94 mini van named 'Cherry' carried a bunch of funky rag-a-muffin musicians that called themselves The Vinyl Stash. She carried them from Montauk to Manhattan; from Connecticut to Rhode Island. The van took boat rides to Block Island; joy rides to Queens and even drove clear up the length of New York State to Plattsburg. Every time 'Cherry' stopped The Vinyl Stash got out... Rocked The Party...got back in...and they were off to Rock another.
However, like Mick Jagger says "The road ain't always smooth." And vocalist Jimmy Dowd and guitarist Ziv Shalev went from riding high supporting The Vinyl Stash's debut album Variety Bash to sinking into a few potholes..i.e.----no drummer; no bass player-----CRASH.
The two road brothers continued to do a handful of cover gigs with a variety of very talented drummers and bassists. On many occasions Rodney Ledbetter, a drummer Jimmy had toured with in such groups as 'The Soul Poets' & 'SuperHyperMost', was playing these gigs. Rodney and Jimmy had collaborated for many years prior and he was a sure fit for the original group. The Vinyl Stash was now three in search of a bass.
In the beginning of 2010 and three bass players removed, Spencer Coleman, one of the founders and the original bass player, rejoined the group. The Vinyl Stash began to play regularly hitting NYC with a funky vengeance.
The band is currently in their brand new experimental and unlimited studio...'Cherry Van Studios' recording their follow-up album Soul Poet. At Cherry Van Studios the four are completely uninhibited and free to do anything they want. With catchy tunes and innovatve recording ideas...the sky's the limit for The Vinyl Stash.
Taking over the world one hit and one keg at a time!!!!!
Contact info: Jimmy Dowd 516-287-5182 thevinylstash@verizon.net
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