Thanks to everyone who came out to Hotel Cafe this past month during our residency! We've uploaded some live recordings from the shows to our iLike page . Just click on the orange button below and download away...they're FREE!!!
The Ken Oak Band, described by Billboard Magazine as 'soulful' and 'calming', are an acoustic duo comprised of Ed Gorski and Ken Oak. Grassroots college touring over the past three years has built them considerable buzz on the indie scene. Commonly billed as a 'cello rock' act, they consistently captivate audiences with their unique combination of cello and acoustic guitar providing a minimalist backdrop for deceptively sincere songwriting. They have been included on the soundtrack to major motion picture She's The Man, completed five national tours and produced two albums under their own label, Cello Rock Records. Their last effort (Vienna to Venice; made with veteran rock producer Duane Baron) was penned while touring in their Honda Element.
When they're not touring or recording, the Ken Oak Band are busy lifting the spirits of the Santa Monica locals during their regular busking sessions on Third Street Promenade. Street performing has taught them new levels of humility. With Ed's luscious strumming on rhythm guitar working in harmony with the deep, stirring chords Ken pulls from the cello, their sound communicates directly to the heart of the audience. Known for their warm, memorable melodies, the band are at their best lyrically when life gets complicated. Facing it with humanity and humor, the Ken Oak Band make music to love and be loved by.
KOB have sold over 25,000 albums independently. They have recently completed a month long residency at Hotel Cafe, Los Angeles.
"Cold of December" live at Third Street Promenade
video by lisa
Ken Oak Band - "Vienna to Venice"
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tracklisting
summer's kiss
analog girl
hey andrew
we're alright
trampoline
cold of december
annabelle
open letter
slow dance
grace falls
produced by duane baron
"Using the cello as a bass and lead instrument, Ken Oak Band is nothing shy of an acoustic dreamscape. The two members in the band layer their vocals surprisingly smoothly on their second album with rhythm guitar and dark cello beats. This album is basically everything you'd expect from a cross country acoustic tour. It's hearty and brooding, and it squeezes the heartstrings. The album starts off with two listen-up tracks, and equalizes itself as a pleasantly steady acoustic set. (Reminds me of a fresh Rocky Votolato or Iron and Wine) They actually stop by Rice and play gorgeous sets behind the RMC when they're in town. Playlist, and support."
Album Review by Alice C (91.7 FM, Houston)
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