Sisters Leah and Chloe of Rising Appalachia perform at Red Rocks earlier this year.
I am excited that one of my favorite bands, Rising Appalacha are headlining the Fox Theatre in Boulder this eve. The beautiful harmonies of sisters Leah and Chloe are a joy to hear. Joined their band, percussionist Biko Casini and bassist/guitarist David Brown, Rising Appalachia brings a folk sound as unique as the wind.
From the bands recent press release, “Rising Appalachia brings to the stage a
collection of sounds, stories, and songs steeped in tradition and a devotion to world culture. Intertwining a deep reverence for folk music and a passion for justice, they have made it their life’s work to sing songs that speak to something ancient yet surging with relevance. Whether playing at Red Rocks or in rail cars, at Italian street fairs or to Bulgarian herbalists, this fiercely independent band has blazed a unique and colorful path across the globe. 11 years into their movement, Rising Appalachia believes that the roots of all these old songs are vital to our ever evolving soundscape.”
This will be the third time this year that I get the opportunity to enjoy the harmonies of Rising Appalachia. The first time this year I caught the band warming up for Elephant Revival at Red Rocks. Next the band was featured at ARISE Music Festival outside of Fort Collins.
The Fox Theatre will actually be most intimate setting I have seen Leah and Chloe perform this year. The band has had a strong upbringing and rich history of performing in many situations including busking on the streets of New Orleans. “Proudly born and raised in the concrete jungle of Atlanta, Georgia, sharpening their instincts in the mountains of Appalachia, and fine tuning their soul on the streets of New Orleans they have crafted a 6-album career from the dusts of their passion.”
Arrive early to enjoy the sounds of The Brothers Comatose. This will be my first opportunity to check out what seems to be a very fun band.
I am really looking forward to continuing to celebrate Rising Appalachia’s sound, the Cubs win and escaping the election news for tonight’s performance.