THE BILLS
''YES PLEASE''
APRIL 23 2013
45:42
1. Hallowed Hall /3:37
2. The Plant Song /3:55
3. Shining Face /4:05
4. After Music /2:43
5. Not the End /3:59
6. Little Tribune /4:19
7. Scotch Bonnet /2:57
8. Pandora's in Flames /3:31
9. Love's Medley /4:24
10. Gale in My Sail /3:49
11. Quarter Century Mazurka /2:30
12. Blackberry, Ivy and Broom /2:56
13. The Gardenton Waltz /2:57
REVIEW
"perfect enough to make grown men cry and every woman swoon" - INsite Austin
The Bills are known the world over for their exquisite songcraft, superb arrangements and dynamic live performances. The Bills do not disappoint fans on this long-awaited album. Yes Please features some of their finest collaborative songwriting to date, including the bluegrassy "Blackberry Ivy and Broom," the Gypsy-flavored "Gale in My Sail," the sea-faring song "Pandora's in Flames" and of course, their rollicking anti-apocolypse song "Not the End." Showing off their first-class musicianship, the album also features several instrumentals, including the Celtic-inspired "Scotch Bonnet" and Richard Moody's melodic "The Gardenton Waltz."
With twelve original compositions and one lush arrangement of a medley of gypsy-jazz ballads, these tracks draw all the beauty and energy you can imagine out of acoustic instruments and multi-layered vocal harmonies. Influenced in equal parts by Django Reinhardt, Sam Bush, Stan Rogers and Chopin, The Bills have crafted an album that appeals to acoustic music fans of all ages and styles--from bluegrass and gypsy jazz to classical and folk music from around the globe. When asked if they want another helping of The Bills' tasty tunes and lively performances, folks everywhere can't help but say "Yes Please!"
ABOUT THE BILLS
From the beautiful West Coast of Canada comes this extraordinary quintet, renowned among folk music fans of all ages for their instrumental virtuosity, lush vocal arrangements, exuberant live performances, evocative songwriting, and refreshingly innovative interpretations of traditional tunes from around the globe.
In 2004, with the release of their stunning third CD, Let Em Run, The Bills secured their place as one of the most inventive and talented acts on the North American and Western European folk music scene. Let Em Run has generated enormous praise from critics and fans alike, and was nominated for the 2005 Canadian JUNO award for Roots/Traditional Album of the Year.
Drawing musical inspiration from a broad range of North American traditions, a melange of European stlyings, rhythms of Latin America, and melodies of the wandering Romany peoples, The Bills have forged a musical style all their own that transcends musical boundaries and defies simple categorization. With three main writers in the band, The Bills have developed a glorious and growing repertoire of songs that speak of their own part of the world.
Since forming in 1996, The Bills have toured theatres and festivals from Copenhagen to California, thrilling audiences with their breathtaking musical explorations and their natural onstage humour and charm.
Whether entertaining an intimate theatre audience or a festival crowd of 10,000, these five gifted multi-instrumentalists are masters at bridging the gulf between stage and audience to create a completely unique and exciting musical experience.
The Bills are ready to take you on a joyous musical ride, so get on board and experience Canada’s foremost roots music sensation.
DoWnLoAd
''YES PLEASE''
APRIL 23 2013
45:42
1. Hallowed Hall /3:37
2. The Plant Song /3:55
3. Shining Face /4:05
4. After Music /2:43
5. Not the End /3:59
6. Little Tribune /4:19
7. Scotch Bonnet /2:57
8. Pandora's in Flames /3:31
9. Love's Medley /4:24
10. Gale in My Sail /3:49
11. Quarter Century Mazurka /2:30
12. Blackberry, Ivy and Broom /2:56
13. The Gardenton Waltz /2:57
REVIEW
"perfect enough to make grown men cry and every woman swoon" - INsite Austin
The Bills are known the world over for their exquisite songcraft, superb arrangements and dynamic live performances. The Bills do not disappoint fans on this long-awaited album. Yes Please features some of their finest collaborative songwriting to date, including the bluegrassy "Blackberry Ivy and Broom," the Gypsy-flavored "Gale in My Sail," the sea-faring song "Pandora's in Flames" and of course, their rollicking anti-apocolypse song "Not the End." Showing off their first-class musicianship, the album also features several instrumentals, including the Celtic-inspired "Scotch Bonnet" and Richard Moody's melodic "The Gardenton Waltz."
With twelve original compositions and one lush arrangement of a medley of gypsy-jazz ballads, these tracks draw all the beauty and energy you can imagine out of acoustic instruments and multi-layered vocal harmonies. Influenced in equal parts by Django Reinhardt, Sam Bush, Stan Rogers and Chopin, The Bills have crafted an album that appeals to acoustic music fans of all ages and styles--from bluegrass and gypsy jazz to classical and folk music from around the globe. When asked if they want another helping of The Bills' tasty tunes and lively performances, folks everywhere can't help but say "Yes Please!"
ABOUT THE BILLS
From the beautiful West Coast of Canada comes this extraordinary quintet, renowned among folk music fans of all ages for their instrumental virtuosity, lush vocal arrangements, exuberant live performances, evocative songwriting, and refreshingly innovative interpretations of traditional tunes from around the globe.
In 2004, with the release of their stunning third CD, Let Em Run, The Bills secured their place as one of the most inventive and talented acts on the North American and Western European folk music scene. Let Em Run has generated enormous praise from critics and fans alike, and was nominated for the 2005 Canadian JUNO award for Roots/Traditional Album of the Year.
Drawing musical inspiration from a broad range of North American traditions, a melange of European stlyings, rhythms of Latin America, and melodies of the wandering Romany peoples, The Bills have forged a musical style all their own that transcends musical boundaries and defies simple categorization. With three main writers in the band, The Bills have developed a glorious and growing repertoire of songs that speak of their own part of the world.
Since forming in 1996, The Bills have toured theatres and festivals from Copenhagen to California, thrilling audiences with their breathtaking musical explorations and their natural onstage humour and charm.
Whether entertaining an intimate theatre audience or a festival crowd of 10,000, these five gifted multi-instrumentalists are masters at bridging the gulf between stage and audience to create a completely unique and exciting musical experience.
The Bills are ready to take you on a joyous musical ride, so get on board and experience Canada’s foremost roots music sensation.
DoWnLoAd
