Crossings brings The Pines to Zumbrota's State Theatre on Saturday, September 28, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $18 in advance, $20 at the door, and can be purchased online or by calling 507-732-7616. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
Rising out of the prairies of the Midwest, The Pines are one of the most distinct and powerful indie-rock/Americana groups to hit the national scene in years.
With roots in the folk and blues of the heartland, The Pines craft that music into something new, a sound that wavers on the edge of traditional acoustic music, but embraces the nuances of today’s indie-rock and blues music. Founded by Iowa natives David Huckfelt and Benson Ramsey, The Pines weave together many musical styles to create their own unique sound that is hip and haunting. They'll be joined on stage this night by Alex Ramsey on keys and backup vocals and bassist James Buckley.
Ramsey was reared on folk and blues music and those influences continue to shine through, even on louder electric songs. Huckfelt shares that deep love for traditional music, and together the two craft songs that evoke the ancient, while incorporating newer rock and pop grooves. Both strong writers, singers and instrumentalists, Huckfelt and Ramsey have distinct voices that complement each other; audiences and critics alike tout them as a powerful young force in American roots music.
Showcasing their distinct blend of dark atmospheric indie-folk, rock and blues, The Pines cook up a diverse palette of musical flavors and songs that reflect on cold days, dark nights and the hope that shines in between.
The State Theatre is located at 96 East 4th Street in Zumbrota. For more information call 507-732-5210.