Described by fans as “tight as The Allmans, loose as The Dead, funky as The Meters,” Shakedown String Band masterfully blends spontaneity with musicianship.
Hailing from Ocean Beach, San Diego, Shakedown String Band has evolved from their traditional “string band” roots; while the core of the sound relies heavily on vocal harmonies and soaring electric melodies, the momentum is powered by tight drums and percussion. Whether you’re a lover of acoustic strings or psychedelic jams, Shakedown String Band boasts a deep catalog of original music that offers a diverse palette for just about everyone.
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The best way to capture what we do as a band is to hear how the 7 of us play together in the moment with the energy of a live crowd. Live at Winstons Vol. 1 features 5 original songs along with the Grateful Dead’s triptych Help on the Way > Slipknot! > Franklins Tower.
Our last studio release Stargazer delivers a contagious blend of americana, country, psychedelic, and soul. Produced by Tim Bluhm of the Mother Hips, original lyrics transport listeners through starry desert nights, high alpine forests, and a 1969 road trip across America (true story). Also included is a swoon-worthy cover of the Grateful Dead’s Mississippi Half-Step.
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