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Indian
Summer Jars - February 2011
http://www.myspace.com/indiansummerjars
Formed in 2006, Sarah Beth and Sarah King
of Indian Summer Jars have become known for making
a whole lot of sound come out of just two people.
Their songs are diverse and driving, with harmonies
that will melt your heart. They are driven by dynamic
and percussive guitar rythms, with lyrics of unusual
originality and mermorably distinct melodies to
seal the deal. Their catalog of songs is incredible
for such a ripe young band, over 250 titles to name.
The yin and yang of this duo is what has made them
work so well together and continue to grow as the
time moves forward. With Sarah Beth's smokey alto
vibe coupled with Sarah King's flexible and soultry
soprano/alto variations, the vocals are sure to
strike a chord with any listening ear. But the goodness
just doesn't stop there. Start to peel away the
rind of the song content and you'll find way more
than meets the wayfaring listeners ear. The songs
each are strong entities of themselves, but all
tie together a book that continues to be written
everyday, one with stories of great explorers, of
wild whiskey bars, of falling in and out of love
and lust and the dangers of deserts in biblical
times. It's all about release and forward motion,
about accepting faults in ourselves and eachother,
about redefining ourselves as we redefine eachother.
Sarah Beth and Sarah King became acquainted at The
Appalachian Brewing Company Open Mic Night in Harrisburg,
PA. Both women were solo performers at the time,
but enjoyed one another's music so much that they
began sharing gigs. After a while, it made sense
for the two to collaborate thus creating Indian
Summer Jars.
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Touring
history and Highlights:
A household name in the city of York, Pennsylvania,
ISJ has streteched their legs in the region with
some premier spotlights and showcases. Roger Williams
University, RI hosted the gals fall of 2009, Pennsylvania
FlavorFest showcase two years in a row (2009 and
2010), support act for national touring band The
Doerfels in 2010 at premier folk/bluegrass venue
The Purple Fiddle, WV, Radio interview in 2009 at
Virginia Tech performing live tracks from album
"Similar", Woodstove House Concert Series
Showcase in spring 2010 (Lancaster), support act
for Philly Local band the East Hundred (Fall 2010,
courtesy XPN), Radio airplay on Penn State College
Radio, MyRuralRadio artist of the month for February
2011.
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The
track "Runaway Train" from their 2008 album
'Similar' has received recognition from the Susquehanna
Folk Society as 3rd runner up in the 2008 Songwriter's
Contest. Their greatest step forward this passed year
has been signing onto Indie Label Radio Vibe Records
to record their second full length album, "Catalyst",
to be released spring of 2011.
The band name, Indian Summer Jars, is inspired by
the warmth and impulsivity that an unexpected turn
in the weather can bring. Indian Summer Jars (Sarah
Beth & Sarah King) feel that during the Indian
Summer people are more likely to be spontaneous venturing
outside of their comfort zone, breaking from routine,
and opening themselves up to experiences that will
shape and change their lives forever. The “Jars”
part of their name is indicative of preserving memorable
moments & experiences to share with others and
to inspire them to create their own. As a band, Indian
Summer Jars sound combines earthy, soulful harmonies
and strong guitar work - reminiscent of the full,
fiery sound of the Indigo Girls. |
Instrumentation
Sarah Beth Deardorff (vocalist/lead guitarist/primary
writer)
Sarah King (vocalist/guitarist/keys/percussion)
Bill Lanphier (djembe/percussion)
Discography
"Similar" 2008 Full Length album, self
release
(click to buy)
"Catalyst" Feb 2011, Radio Vibe Records
Release
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