"I never wanted to talk about it ever again.". In other news, What did Scott Adams say? Scott (Pringle) had never played a mandolin in his life. It said it invited and encouraged all staff, artists, crewand agents to participate. We didn't do it consciously, we just started playing faster and faster." "I like country from the '50s and '60s, old time music, Neil Diamond, Meatloaf, The Doors, Led Zep, Pearl Jam The Dead South appear to have reinstated cello player and vocalist Danny Kenyon, who left the group in 2020 following sexual misconduct allegations. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. The video for their song In Hell Ill Be in Good Company posted in 2014, has gotten more than 227 million views. Autistic musician, Oran Canfield, is a 20-year-old who is a world-renowned pianist and composer. How did they come up with it? Contributions: Vocals Musician Styles: Bluegrass, Folk, Funk, Rockabilly, raggae . For the most part, we all grew up listening to punk and classic rock, which formed most of our early musical experiences. characterized by its use of distorted guitars, dark punk folk is a gritty and often dark sounding subgenre that often deals with dark subject matter. "I just felt so disrespected.". The Dead South were nominated in the category of Recording of the Year. On June 18, 2021, the band posted a statement to the about section of its website saying the past year was "a time of reflection and learning.". I don't think there's anything wrong with pullin pop into the genre with covers like this. The Dead Southhas helped make bluegrass a viable genre in Canada. So somehow I ended up with a lady who took too many prescription pills and ended up losing her mind. Very cool. [31] The three incidents in question took place between 2007 and 2015. They also added that it was: Important we continue to be teachable, to be accountable, and to be mindful as men and community members.. I didn't know how to process it," she said. Piscataway, NJ. Equipped with everything from banjos, mandolins , cellos and guitars, The Dead South gets the audience immersed into a fun, kick-back and enjoy- the- music atmosphere. Despite all of this, Hilts says that he is grateful for his diagnosis. As a result of Dannys return to the fold, the group is poised for further success. [10] In presenting the award, CIMA President Stuart Johnston noted that the certification was given to recognize the talent and hard-working nature of the touring band. The woman said that since she's posted her story to Instagram, she has felt a huge weight lift off of her shoulders. "The normalization of sexual violence through pop culture, including music and movies, has made it much more difficult for people to come forward and tell their stories, for people to be held accountable. Good Company was remastered and re-released along with a bonus trackand you have embarked on your Canadian tour. Aside from their two singles, the band appears on the 2018 album Songs from the North, which was released by Gord Downie and The Tragically Hip. After posting on Instagram, she sent Kenyon a Facebook message to tell him it was her. The band's song Banjo Odyssey was released on their 2014 album Good Company. "We have begun to train our band members and team members on consent, professional conduct, and creating safer spaces for our fans and our team," the band's statement said. It taught me that I wasn't allowed to vocalize my feelings or discomforts to my partners during and surrounding sex and intimacy. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. The four of you have different musical backgrounds & tastes, how does this blend together? For people on the spectrum, music can be used as a means of expressing themselves and inciting social interaction. We want people to be up out of their seats, dancing, laughing, maybe having a beverage or two and ignoring real life for a short time. Jim and Louise Kenyon complained that CBC Saskatchewan violated a number of journalistic principles when it reported detailed allegations of sexual misconduct against their son Daniel, a prominent musician. cbc.ca. ", The band also released a statement on Aug. 19, saying it "is opposed to, and does not condone, harmful behaviour of any kind.". She said the next day she woke up to him masturbating in her bedroom and he ejaculated on her without her consent. "It feels to me, one of Danny's victims, that the band and record label endorse men who hurt women," she told CBC after hearing the news that Kenyon was again touring with The Dead South. They ended up with their own version of the bluegrass genre. I was listening to The Steel Drivers and looking for a middle ground between bluegrass and rock. Boost The Dead South Popularity Band #1451. "Obviously, we do not condone rape or violence, and Banjo Odyssey (like many of our songs) is written as a story, and not as something to be taken literally.". Six Shooter said its first training session on consent was scheduled for Aug. 25 and 26. I started playing acoustic when I was young and stuck with it. If you could tour with anyone / band, who would it be? itself is a perversion of the very concept of justice being tied to an individual's behavior rather than racial or ethnic origin. the post said. 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Were not afraid to share ideas and arrangements and let someone know if an idea stinks. The band, which included Scott Pringle, Eliza Mary Doyle, and Danny Kenyon, immediately began recording their first song. Were all fans of old western novels, and we like spaghetti western films, as well as (Quinten) Tarantino movies, said Hilts. Bluegrass Beyond Borders: Dave Wright & the Midnight Ramblers from Down Under, Bluegrass Beyond Borders: Bononia Grass plays with an Italian flavor, Russ Hooper: 74 years in bluegrass music and still gigging, Bobby Osborne & The Rocky Top X-Press at Bluegrass Wednesday Nights, Open Bluegrass Jam // Cinderlands Warehouse (Pittsburgh), Wernick Method Bluegrass Jam Class with Joel Denman Durango, CO, Open Bluegrass Jam // Cork Harbour Pub (Pittsburgh), Jason Fraley returns to Deeper Shade of Blue for one last show. The record is accompanied by a video fans created for The Recap, one of the albums most energetic tracks. And bluegrass seemed an unlikely direction in that band members had a background in punk, metal, classic rock, and classical music. He loves every genre of music with a particular fondness for acoustic folk/Americana, classic country, world music and, of course, bluegrass. Moravia de la O, a counsellor at the centre, said it looks like the band is trying to think critically about its role in perpetuating sexual violence. When Dead South released their album Illusion & Doubt in 2016, fans were quick to notice that something was different about cellist Nate Hilts. Miss Mary in particular, serves as an atypical and surprising example of folk music as interpreted by The Dead South and Hard Day showcases Hilts' grit and power as vocalist. Once weve written the full song, we play it as much as we can we practice it alone at home, in jam sessions, and try it out live to see how it feels. It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. Associated With We all got together [cellist Danny Kenyon; banjo player Colton Crawford; guitarist and mandolin player Scott Pringle] to decide what to use and put it together. Our site has more than 2 million unique monthly visitors and 1 million subscribers. OrangeRabbit 2 yr. ago. He has contributed to the San Francisco Chronicle, East Bay Express, Harp, Paste, Grammy.com, PlanetOut.com, American Profile, Creem, Relix, Downbeat, Folk Roots, New Noise and more national and international publications and websites than he can remember. The Dead South, a folk-bluegrass quartet composed ofNate Hilts (vocalist, guitar, mandolin), Scott Pringle (guitar, mandolin, vocals), Danny Kenyon (cello, vocals), and Colton Crawford (banjo, vocals), made their name in 2012. Danny Kenyon has "stepped down" from Regina band The Dead South after allegations of sexual misconduct surfaced on a social media site. It says that we deserve it. The band will embark on their Served Cold tour starting in Alberta in August 2021. "[18], The Dead South won Group of the Year at the 2019 Canadian Independent Music Awards, or "Indies", on 11 May 2019. When he made loud sounds, his hearing was so fragile that he would become physically ill an indication that he had autism spectrum disorder. "I kept saying 'no way' and just kind of just shoved him off and kind of hit him in the face and he kind of stumbled," she told CBC. It came under fire that same year, with many people concerned that the song is about rape. [23] On 11 November, they released their next single which is their cover of The Doors' "People Are Strange" along with the accompanying video. Henry Wickham, Kenyon College class of 1972, has agreed to share with readers a letter he wrote to our mutual alma mater, which we both have watched get captured by the left. The Dead South's Danny Kenyon (far right), who plays cello and sings, stepped down from the band Aug. 19 after multiple allegations about him were posted to the Survivor's Stories Regina. The Dead South is the band for you if youre looking for something special and unique in your music. His head was constantly moving side to side, and he seemed to be in his own world. One of the women who made an allegation against Kenyon in July 2020 says she feels like the band is sending a message that victims don't matter. Is neofolk pagan? The lead singer, Nate Hilts, had the largest hat Ive ever seen. [32] The band began training themselves and crew on consent, professional conduct, and creating safer spaces for their fans and the team. Say what?" "This training is essential, and one of the many steps we will take as a company toward creating safer environments for our community," said the record company in its online statement. Nate Hilts and Danny Kenyon came up with the idea for a "rockin' stompin' bluegrass band"[2] in 2012 while playing together in a short-lived alternative grunge band. The Dead South has a unique sound that blends elements of folk, bluegrass, and rock. So many changes! She said she promptly drove him home to get him out of her house, deleted him off of her Tinder account and never talked to him again. We have a good bond with each other. Sputnik Music also points out that the band's clothing style of ordinary white shirts, black trousers, black suspenders and the occasional flat-brimmed hat is often mimicked by their fans. [19] The Dead South again received a Juno Award for best Traditional Roots Album of the Year in 2020 for "Sugar & Joy", and performed via livestream during the virtual award ceremony. Dan Kenyon. In 2014, the band was picked up by a German record label and have been touring overseas ever since. Kenyon commented on the post from his private Instagram account. © 2021 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc. The statement said that we have seen posts from people claiming to have heard of Dannys sexual misconduct. Kenyon, who did not respond to requests from CBC News in 2020 when the initial allegations came out, commented on her post when it was published on Instagram. A member of Regina band The Dead South (TDS) is back with the group after sexual misconduct allegations against him surfaced in 2020. The five songs offered in the EP reminded Funk of alternative bands attempting to play bluegrass music and succeeding beyond expectations. Through partnerships with ethical ticket resellers, The Dead South are helping fans fight back against shady secondary ticket markets, and have become, in their success, a model of fan-first artist citizenship. Sound Department: The Trial of the Chicago 7. Mozartproject.org is a media and news platform that covers music genres, culture, fashion and the industry of entertainment. Colton is an avid metal fan, Danny is a classically-trained cellist, Scott enjoys the singer-songwriter genre and Nate is just a mess, hes all over the place. It was pretty nice to watch. Their sound, build on a taut configuration of cello, mandolin, banjo and guitar, speeds like a train past polite definitions of acoustic music into the grittier, rowdier spaces of the bluegrass world. "How many times did people raise issues with these lyrics and the band defended them? She said it was the first time people really validated that it wasn't right. Currently one of the hottest tickets on both sides of the Atlantic, The Dead South have doubled their draw with each subsequent tour since 2018. [21][22] This double EP release has all four members taking turns on vocals. 2019 will see the band make their debut at iconic venues and festivals in the USA and UK, Red Rocks and Glastonbury. He also is host of All Things Considered every weekday. The album was very well received critically, reaching #1 on the American bluegrass charts. While there is some debate as to whether or not musical ability is a sign of autism, it is clear that many autistic people are also musically gifted. Member of The Dead South accused of sexual misconduct returns to group | CBC News Loaded. Im doing a little bit of recording at home and working on perfecting my singing and guitar skills.. The folk/bluegrass quartet The Dead South has been described as "the evil twin" of Mumford & Sons for their twisted lyrics that often depict violence and gruesome deaths. "This training is essential, and one of the many steps we will take as a company toward creating safer environments for our community," said the record company at the time. 2 Comments. The Dead South explained in a 2014 Facebook post that they had faced criticism after its release as some people thought the lyrics condoned non-consensual sex. And he wasnt. The Dead South is preparing for its upcoming tour which starts up at the end of August. He said violence doesnt permeate every Dead South song, but he did argue that tragedies that suit their sensibilites are often accompanied by violence. I am sorry, and I will do better. Yeah, weird story, laughed Hilts. The Dead Souths music has a powerful, emotional, and heartfelt sound. Canfield, who is from the United States, has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. He also hopes that by speaking out about his diagnosis, he can help to break down the stigma surrounding autism. Danny Kenyon, a cellist and vocalist, has been reinstated as a result of this. Since allegations of sexual misconduct against Danny Kenyon were made public, the band has undergone a period of self-evaluation and introspection. In October 2016, a music video for "In Hell, I'll Be in Good Company" was released onto YouTube, retroactively fueling interest in Good Company. For a long time I blamed myself and I didn't really understand what had happened," she said. Danny Kenyon - @dwkenyon88 Stonehaven, Scotland Chilling with the kids training MMA kickboxing grappling and Motocross Show all results. The cello adds such a power to their songs, it stings that hes going to be gone - but at the same time, shitty things it seems like he did when he was younger. Tour: women share#metoo stories detailing 'toxic' culture of restaurant industry, Pressure increases on UnderstandUs founder to address allegations of sexual harassment, Tattoo artists advocate for safe spaces as #metoo movement hits Regina industry, CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. I like the idea of being able to pull out a guitar anywhere I am and play. until weve got a full song. AllMusic reviewer Timothy Monger considers that tradition to be "a gritty punk ethos with traditional bluegrass and old-time string band music"[26], In their review of Good Company, Sputnik Music notes that the band includes songs about the usual: lovin', cheatin', killin' and drinkin'." Best of luck with the album and enjoy the tour! Musical abilities are not affected by autism traits, according to a study that did not show a correlation between the MET and the AQ scores. The Dead South, the Dead Souths first full-length album, was released in September that year. [28], Sarah Murphy of Exclaim.ca says that the band's injection of folk and bluegrass sounds with a "punk rock ethos (not to mention a banjo player who's a self-proclaimed metalhead), the band bring a fresh perspective to classic genres. Login, Mariposa Folk Festival announces 2023 lineup, Beatcave to Host 6th Annual All-Inclusive Educational and Creative Songwriting CAMP in Toronto on March 4 & 5. Danny and I wish each other the best for the future. Women detail sexual misconduct allegations against former The Dead South band member | CBC News Loaded. 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