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Tony Piscotti
Folk Rock / Indie / Pop

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Member Since	1/5/2005
Band Website	tonypiscotti.com
Band Members	BAND MEMBERS WANTED. (see my blog listing to the right for details)
Influences	Coffee, Peeling paint, Americana kitsch, books (that don't suck), words, silence, noise, an inspired volley of wit, Sierra Nevada IPA, Portland Oregon, The Columbia River Gorge, coffee at the Pied Cow in Portland, Wyoming sky at dusk, Keith Carter's photography, David Sedaris, Kurt Vonnegut, Sylvia Plath, Jack Kerouac, e.e. cummings, Pablo Neruda, Neil Gaiman, Rainer Maria Rilke, Tom Robbins, Einstein, my divine imperfection, and so forth. MUSICALLY: Glen Hansard, Ryan Adams, Whiskeytown, Wilco, Butch Walker, Rilo Kiley, The Pernice Brothers, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, Marshall Crenshaw, Third Wheel, Starsailor, Doc Watson, Jerry Douglas, Edie Brickel & New Bohemians, Jeff Buckley, Radiohead, Los Lobos, Buffalo Tom, Bjork, Loudon Waingwright III, Rufus Wainwright, Neil Finn, The Beatles, Grant-Lee Phillips, David Mead, Keane, Mike Doughty/Soul Coughing, David Byrne, Fiona Apple, Willy Porter, Jonatha Brooke, Peter Mulvey, Death Cab For Cutie, Duncan Sheik, Steve Earle, Sam Phillips, Aimee Mann, Lucinda Williams, The Sundays, Elvis Costello, Alanis, Damien Rice, The Shins, Nick Drake, Annie Higgins, classical guitar compositions of Juaqin Rodrigo, etc so on and so forth.
Sounds Like	A road trip across the U.S. at the point where the flatlands begin to sprout mountains
Record Label	Greentown Records
Type of Label	Indie

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About Tony Piscotti

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Tony Piscotti may only be a few years into the solo singer/songwriter realm, but he is no stranger to crafting infectious melodies and beautifully simplistic acoustic guitar-driven pieces of art. Tony's first notoriety came as half the nucleus of the much-acclaimed indie band Rain Merchants while attending college on the plains of Central Illinois some years back. Rain Merchants combined Tony's acoustic guitar and songwriting prowess with the unparalleled stage presence of Hedy Burress, who later went on to fame in the acting environs of Hollywood, California. As Hedy pursued a lucrative film and television career Tony turned inward in order to hone his songwriting skills.

Traveling to kinder his inspiration took him to Portland Oregon, Los Angeles and eventually back to his native Chicago where he reentered the music scene as a sideman with former Rain Merchants band mate Joe Armstrong and his new band. Splitting his time between his sideman duties and performing in various acoustic duo combinations allowed Tony to pen a set of intimate, catchy and confident songs that is currently available in a collection entitled Soapbox Parade on Chicago's Greentown Records (Pied Cow Music-ASCAP).

Around the centerpiece of Piscotti's compositions are performances by some amazing guest musicians, including producer/guitarist Joe Armstrong, actress Hedy Burress on vocals, Jason Upchurch on electric and upright basses, Daryl Coutts of the RONNIE BAKER BROOKS BAND on Hammond organ, Michael Babincak (formerly of the JOE ARMSTRONG BAND) on electric guitar, Greg Fundis & Matt Katzfey from 56 HOPE ROAD on drums/percussion and many more!

Soapbox Parade showcases Tony's unique ability to readily combine such diverse instrumentation as strings, accordion, mandolin along with clever folk and rock arrangements in a way that speaks directly to the listener's soul. The sincere and accessible feel of Tony Piscotti's Soapbox Parade will ensure that he and his unique musical voice will not be unknown for long.

"Eloquent and groovin' folk with amazing musicianship."
—Derek Sivers, president, CD Baby

"I love the arrangements on this CD...this is a very well done record!"
—John Lefler, Dashboard Confessional guitarist

"...Piscotti lavishly arranges his record with the sort of perfectionism that is often left to the masters of the recording industry."
—Smother.net CD Review

It will stay for years in your 5-disc changer!

"...an excellent album that you will enjoy from the first chord to the last reverberation. Tony's songs are unique — both in sound and in thought. Buy it, and prepare yourself for a wonderful experience."

neat folk rock from Tony and guests...

"...nice mixture of acoustics, organ, strings and female voices as well as good singing from Tony, who proves himself an excellent songwriter and arranger...Highly recommended."

I can't get enough of this CD!!!

"...like a favorite novel you reread again and again. Piscotti has a great talent for poetic lyrics and really knows how to write melody lines that make the lyrics come alive...never trying to be edgy for the sake of being trendy, there's nothing forced. It's just great to listen to!"

UBER.

"...Piscotti really knows how to write smart (and sometimes breathtaking) songs. Soapbox Parade is a mighty piece of work, and I look forward to the next effort. We need more craftsmen like Piscotti in this world."

It's pure in its sincerity and fun as hell in its sound."

"...Far from sappy, too cool for bitter, this singer/songwriter sentimentality holds the music up as a rockin good megaphone to blast these heartfelt lyrics and smooth voice through. Buy this CD!"

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Emily

Alive Day

Joe

Zimm

Dave

~Cura~

Corrbette

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Michael Brunnock	Oct 30 2008 1:09 AM --> --> --> CDBABY LINK for MICHAEL BRUNNOCK'S "So I do" --> ............ ....Michael Brunnock's "So I do" Contemporary folk rock, lyrically charged, Neil Young meets Coldplay on a bus while on vacation in Ireland. The bus driver plays the banjo. ................
Michael Brunnock	Oct 28 2008 6:44 PM --> --> --> CDBABY LINK for MICHAEL BRUNNOCK'S "So I do" --> ............ ....Michael Brunnock's "So I do" Contemporary folk rock, lyrically charged, Neil Young meets Coldplay on a bus while on vacation in Ireland. The bus driver plays the banjo. ................
Samantha Crain and the Midnight Shivers	Oct 6 2008 12:01 AM heya! we're playing at double door in chicago on october 17th with the everybodyfields, katie herzig, and mccarthy trenching...hope you can swing by... loveski, samantha
Alive Day	Jul 25 2008 5:45 PM Dude you ruled on Weds...Martyrs will never be the same...great times...must do again!!!
Alive Day	Jun 29 2008 4:47 PM GREAT job bro!! Thanks for playin and making the night a success!!!
The Echo Lounge	May 11 2008 7:02 PM
Joe	Jan 15 2008 1:08 AM Hey Loc. I had a dream last night... and in it you were bald but had some sort of short, blonde, spiky wig glued to your head. Most peculiar.
Jennifer Peterson	Dec 30 2007 6:22 PM
Alive Day	Dec 21 2007 7:46 PM Thanks for making the show...can't wait till your next gig!!!
Jennifer Peterson	Nov 21 2007 4:05 PM Happy Turkey-day!
Kelly	Oct 19 2007 1:15 AM I haven't seen you in twelve years. TWELVE. hundred. gazillion.
The Micah Walk Band - New Album Now Available!	Oct 17 2007 8:03 PM Since you're our friend, YOU ROCK! cheers, mwb By the way, this Saturday we're at The Store (2002 N Halsted) and there is NO COVER! 10pm - 1am
~Cura~	Sep 24 2007 8:33 PM Yo, Mr. Songwriter, when can I hear some new tunes??? When do you play out with Danny again?
Suzanne Spinosa	Aug 30 2007 3:22 AM Mr. Piscaaaaaateee!!! Got no time!
Becca D'Hand	Aug 18 2007 9:34 PM Blah blah. Tony is the greatest singer/songwriter ever. Blah blah blah. I will tell Misters Finn and Seymour that you said hello.
LoVERS iN aRMS	Jul 30 2007 1:31 PM All love from LIA!! Tony rocks!
~Cura~	Jul 6 2007 9:44 PM DigIn the new pic! Whens the next show?
Sam Saunders	Jun 27 2007 10:48 PM Hey, thanks for stoppin in Tony! I sent Danny the pics I took of your guys' set. I also posted a couple in my blog. As far as upcoming gigs go we're playing Fourth Of July at Phyllis'. It's actually taking place outside the club which should be fun. And then we're playing that Saturday at Quenchers. :)
Sam Saunders	Jun 23 2007 10:50 PM Hey dude, it was great seeing ya last night! Yeah, it was kind of a bummer it was such a slow night but as I was just saying to Danny I always try to make the most out of those situations, ya know? Anyhow, I really enjoyed your guys' set. Your harmonies and your guys' guitar interaction really makes for a nice full sound! :)
Diana	Jun 22 2007 2:07 PM OMG: you just quoted my favorite rilke section ever! I love that book...I used to have picnics with me, myself and that book in a grassy little spot by my old place. Man, the world just seems right with rilke...and grass. Grass is good too.
Becca D'Hand	May 16 2007 12:00 AM CROWDED HOUSE REUNION HOUSE OF BLUES AUGUST 18TH!!! TICKETS GO ON SALE THIS SATURDAY!!! You're the only one I know, (besides my friend Alana), who would be screaming about this.
Sara Radle	May 15 2007 6:23 AM
	May 9 2007 12:46 PM How are you?
"Frei aber Froh" aka Meg	May 8 2007 2:27 PM Missed you the other night. Was good to see Joe and your Bro. Would have been nice to see you too. I hope you're well.
	Apr 26 2007 4:31 PM Hello, Tony!
Danny Pantalones and the Hola Bitcholas!	Apr 21 2007 4:42 PM Thanks again for the wonderful time last night - Debbie and I were crackin' up on the way home. We got REALLY lost and ended up driving all over downtown Chicago prior to finding Lake Shore Dr....LOL! Could it have been all the alcohol? Nahhh! The drunks sure were out in full force. See ya soon!
Stripped	Apr 20 2007 7:52 PM Hey there, hope you're having a great day. Come check us out next week!
Joey Everett	Apr 12 2007 5:10 AM HOPE YOU HAD A GREAT EASTER!!!!! JUST SENDING SOME LOVE YOUR WAY!!!! PEACE, JOEY
Ricardo Rodriguez Bassist	Apr 8 2007 12:30 AM New videos and songs added :) Hope your having a good easter. Regards, Ricardo
Diana	Apr 2 2007 6:16 PM hi and hello. I was thinking drinks sometime this week?
Becca D'Hand	Apr 2 2007 4:00 AM Awesome to see you last night. Emily is a bowl of peaches. See you in two years!
Zimm	Apr 1 2007 11:05 PM Sorry I tried to kick your ass on the couch last night...you spank hard ;) ...Emily's gotta love that. Good times were had by me, hope they were for you as well. Guitar Hero is next. Lub ya.
Dwight & Nicole	Mar 28 2007 8:43 PM * sending love *
Selena	Mar 14 2007 2:57 PM Hey Tony Piscotti ... how's things? hope we get rain soon!!!! SX
Ricardo Rodriguez Bassist	Mar 3 2007 2:22 PM I just wanted to drop by, say hello and wish you a great weekend :) Ricardo
Jeffrey Benjamin Alvarez	Feb 17 2007 4:23 PM Hey tony, I can't believe I recognized you at the Grafton. Great music, keep it up.
"Frei aber Froh" aka Meg	Feb 17 2007 4:52 AM Just saying hi. Up for the symphony this weekend???
The Certain Someones	Jan 24 2007 6:57 PM Bea-U-tiful work, sir! Thanks for being our friend :) Gwen Greer and The Certain Someones
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