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Doppler Shift

About Me

Formed in May of 2004, Doppler Shift is an experimental jazz-funk-rock band comprised of drums, bass, tenor saxophone, and trumpet. Inspired by groups such as the John Zorn Masada Quartet and the Gerry Mulligan Quartet, and fueled by James Brown, Ornette Coleman, Helmet, Medeski Martin and Wood, Doppler Shift has no chording instruments by choice, giving the listener a transparent groove to move your ass to. Jazz sure as shit ain't dead - it's just been waiting. Besides - hasn't everything with guitars already been done? Since putting together their first album masterpiece, "Physics" (October 2005), Doppler Shift has been receiving critical acclaim. Listen to a sample of some of the many tracks off our 1st release, "Physics" and make sure to purchase a copy, which can be made through messaging Doppler Shift here on myspace or directly through CDBaby
With junglebop/freespazz drummer Dave Marsalek of SPIZM / Trioizm & The Chicago Junglebop Syndicate onboard, who knows what sonic limits this modern experimental funkjazz quartet will conquer? Doppler's also fully integrated trumpeter Brian Niebuhr's implementation of an electric pickup & effects. The horn not only goes to 11 but through the roof!
Doppler Shift is now in support of its highly acclaimed 2nd full length release RESISTOR, which was officially released June '08 on Chicago's IZM RECORDS [the home of JUNGLEBOP & FREESPAZZ]. Area shows & regional touring Winter-Spring '09. Keep posted!
RESISTOR is available for purchase directly thru myspace.com, iTUNES , CD BABY & everywhere for online download
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Member Since: 06/02/2005
Band Website: http://dopplershiftmusic.com/
Band Members: Brian Niebuhr - Trumpet / Electric Trumpet / Samples, Leader
{Scotland Yard Gospel Choir/CJS/The Skalawags}

Ray Pandocchi - Tenor, Alto Saxophone
{CJS/Slim Jim Conspiracy}

Jon Marchese - Bass
{Fog Hill/CJS}

Dave Z Marsalek - Traps/samples
{Spizm/Trioizm/Chicago Junglebop Syndicate}

Influences: John Zorn, Morphine, The Vandermark 5, Helmet, James Brown, Squarepusher, Parliament, Ornette Coleman, Miles Davis, Gerry Mulligan Quartet, Primus, Jaco Pastorius, Sonny Rollins, Liquid Soul, Blue Meanies, Joshua Redman, Medeski Martin and Wood, Trioizm
Sounds Like: "just enough rock aggression and rhythmic raucousness to appeal to this generally jazz-averse rockist...explore[s] the intersection of jazz, funk, rock ,and experimental music at their most extreme. The band is following in heavy footsteps in this endeavor--the Vandermark 5, George Clinton, Miles Davis and the Stooges of "Funhouse" have all aspired to the same--but it more than holds its own on "Resistor," the group's extremely impressive second album..."
-- jim derogatis, chicago sun-times

"Doppler Shift struts 'n' slams heavy funk...the sax-trumpet combination cry madly alluring melodies...'Physics' is one hell of a romp, the aural equivalent of a triple cappucino on ice on an 85 degree day."
-- jazzreview.com

Record Label: iZm Records
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

WNUR 89.3fm Sat March 14th @ 5pm

So DOPPLER SHIFT will be a special feature on WNURs upcoming saturday program, from 5-7pm. Be sure to checkout 89.3fm (northwestern university radio) on the radio or online at WNURWe'll be following ...
Posted by on Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:34:00 GMT

UPCOMING DS ::: March 09

Catch DOPPLER SHIFT on the air Sat March 14th on WNUR 89.3FM (Northwestern College Radio) for an in-studio performance (being taped Sun March 9th). Time of airplay will be announced asap.BIG UPCOMING...
Posted by on Sun, 01 Mar 2009 14:22:00 GMT

Doppler Shift LIVE VIDEO ///WEEDS 08.31.07 - Rhonda A La Turke

This video was graciously shot by fellow Chicago Junglebopian, L Zaide, at Weeds on Aug 31st 07 for the 2nd Annual Junglebop Syndicate Showcase & Jazzfest Postparty. This was one of the 1st times we ...
Posted by on Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:17:00 GMT

niebs buys a new amp. WORD.

that's right...I BOUGHT A NEW AMP.100 watts of fender-made solid-state balls-crushing MAYHEM. ever think you'd hear that about an electric trumpet? you've got to believe me, this amp has NUTS...as in,...
Posted by on Thu, 23 Oct 2008 02:22:00 GMT

Resistor review at Chicago Sun Times- Jim DeRogatis

Checkout the blog review we received for RESISTOR on Jim DeRogatis' blog page, from the Chicago Sun Times!Chicago Sun Times Blog-Jim DeRogatis
Posted by on Mon, 29 Sep 2008 01:54:00 GMT

Where to purchase RESISTOR

DOPPLER SHIFT's latest full length release RESISTOR is OUT NOW!Places to purchase:MYSPACE-SNOCAPSCD BAbyReckless Records {thru their site or at the Wicker Park & Loop locations in Chicago...soon at Br...
Posted by on Sat, 19 Jul 2008 12:09:00 GMT

phew!

so, dave and i just got back from tearing things up with chicago junglebop syndicate over at reggie's on the south side tonight.  we are exhausted, but happy.  why so happy, you ask?we are happy becau...
Posted by on Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:39:00 GMT

April/May happenings in Chicago

Doppler Shift just lined-up 3 more shows for April/May which we're very excited about.Coming up next saturday April 19th Doppler Shift plays at Reggies Record Breakers at 10:15pm. 2105 s State St in ...
Posted by on Fri, 11 Apr 2008 12:22:00 GMT

studio notes ::: Resistor

So Doppler Shift exited the studio 03/16/08 after 2 long yet productive weekends recording & mixing the new full length RESISTOR. So far the mix sounds BIG with BALLS and outstanding in quality. Pro...
Posted by on Tue, 25 Mar 2008 23:22:00 GMT

IN THA STUDIO MARCH 7TH-16th

Doppler's going to be busy this weekend & next, buried in the studio setting out by Barrington, IL to record our 2nd full length release RESISTOR to be released on Chicago's IZM RECORDS This will be ...
Posted by on Fri, 07 Mar 2008 15:42:00 GMT