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Evangeline

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Jeffery Armstreet and Jonathan Barrick met in the summer of 2005 and soon developed a close friendship around their love for songwriting, story-telling and the beauty of melancholy. Their first collaboration, Evangeline, set the stylistic tone for their new partnership. Their deep emotional connection with the audience creates a uniqueness in their approach to songwriting as well as their performances.
In 2006 they formed their band aptly named Evangeline. The driving force behind their music is the desire to communicate the depths of life’s struggles and challenges in relationships, pain, death, life and faith. With influences ranging from Pedro the Lion to Johnny Cash and Counting Crows to Otis Redding, Jonathan’s sincere vocals combined with the lyrical honesty of the music’s delivery set Evangeline apart with an artistic focus and authenticity.“I think they’re great! Well crafted songs, beautiful voice. Familiar but still original. Jonathan’s voice reminds me a bit of Ben Harper. They’re perfect for the kind of music that’s being popularized by Grey’s Anatomy, etc. ….like The Fray.”~ MATT STERNBERGIn an industry that constantly begs for comparisons, Evangeline has made a debut album that will stand out from the crowd purely on the basis of intelligent, memorable songs coupled with great vocals. The album was ably produced by Robbie Seay who is an artist on the EMI Christian Music Group. Jeffery and Jonathan have crafted some fine songs that are radio friendly and defy format. The album was recorded in Houston and defines the 21st century "southern rock" sound. Evangeline's music is a natural to be used in many tv shows, films, and commercials. The release date for "We're Alright Down Here" is forthcoming.~ EDDIE LAMBERT, President of Rilex Entertainment"What is so totally unique about Evangeline is how their root, eclectic, deep seeded lyrical music could be so commercial".~ HARVEY COOPER, President of Coopermarket
“I’m drawn to this music because it moves me. This collection of songs is full of life and struggle and these guys are connecting with an audience on a deeper level than just melody and lyric. I’m proud to have spent time wrestling with these songs alongside this band and playing a small role in putting them together in album form, it’s a fantastic record!!”~ROBBIE SEAY Producer We're Alright Down Here

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Member Since: 1/16/2007
Band Website: evangelinegroup.com
Band Members: Jonathan Barrick - Vocals and GuitarJeffery Armstreet - Bass
Joe Degelia - Lead Guitar
And a host of other wonderful musicians...
Influences: The Wallflowers, Counting Crows, Ryan Adams, Patty Griffin, Jenny Lewis, T-bone Burnett, Odis Redding, the lap-steel.
Sounds Like: lovin' you
Record Label: Rainwater Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Radio update a.k.a. you = awesome

hey folks,Jonathan here. It's finally starting to get cold in colorado. The fall has this profound effect on me. I'm not sure why, but I process things better during this time of year. thoughts are cl...
Posted by Evangeline on Mon, 05 Nov 2007 03:29:00 PST

Booking Info

If you are wanting to book Evangeline please email us at [email protected]. We'd love to come play for you.Thanks,Jeffery
Posted by Evangeline on Sun, 21 Oct 2007 07:22:00 PST

Being played in your city?

Here is a list of radio stations where you can hear "Rain"KIXY / San Angelo, TX KLOG / Kelso, WAWEVA / Emporia, VAKAYL / Storm Lake, IA KFMI / Eureka, CA KGY / Olympia, WA KIXR / Ponca City, OK KKRB ...
Posted by Evangeline on Tue, 09 Oct 2007 02:59:00 PST

Concert Series in November

Hey Folks, Well, things went very well last weekend! Thank you so very much for coming out to see us, we had a great turn out and somehow managed to bring sexy back. For now, I (jonathan) am back in c...
Posted by Evangeline on Mon, 08 Oct 2007 02:44:00 PST

Hot 100

Our single "Rain" officially charted on its first week out. It debuted at 90 on the AC Hot 100. We think that's pretty cool!Jeffery
Posted by Evangeline on Fri, 28 Sep 2007 06:53:00 PST

Now on iTunes

Finally our music is up on iTunes. Please encourage everyone you know to go buy it!!!!There is another band on there called Evangeline that has since broken up. Ours is the album "We're Alright Down...
Posted by Evangeline on Mon, 24 Sep 2007 09:01:00 PST

5 top 40’s so far....

Hey guys,Well, I'm back in Houston. Long drive, but a good one. It was very interesting driving down through the town I grew up in. It was haunting, but good. I didn't expect to stop in North Texas fo...
Posted by Evangeline on Mon, 17 Sep 2007 02:10:00 PST

Fall is coming

Well,Things are happening... Jeffery and I are getting our set together as I, jonathan, begin my trek back to texas. I'm excited. There is something very beautiful about long drives alone. I really ge...
Posted by Evangeline on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:04:00 PST

First Top 40 Radio Add

Hey folks, We just got news that a major pop radio station san diego (103.7) played "Rain" today at around 4pm durring their "New Music Tuesdays" show. This means that we will see other radio stations...
Posted by Evangeline on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 04:18:00 PST

www.TripleARadio.com

Hey folks,Check us out on www.tripleAradio.com. There is a player on the main page featuring "Mississippi Line". Also, there were a few more radio adds, we will keep you posted as to what station you ...
Posted by Evangeline on Tue, 11 Sep 2007 09:05:00 PST