friday's child reviews
A
band with its own genre...
Power
Acoustic Rock
"If you love acoustic guitars, great lyrics, and an uncompromising
attitude toward the quality of music being written and played, then
don't miss Friday's Child. Called Power Acoustic, Friday's Child has
one of the best live shows of any Indie band active today. They also
have more instrument endorsements, due to their skill and playing
and writing, than any three major label bands combined.Best to start
with their live album and work your way backwards. You won't be disappointed."
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Click here to read Jim Abbot of the Orlando Sentinel's article on Friday's
Child, relative to the band's 2005 appearance at the Florida
Music Festival.
"Here
is an album that music lovers have been waiting for. The "In
A Word" album reflects Friday's Child songs, combined
with a smooth transition to the new lineup. Tom's lyrical
style is surreal. This makes you think, and it is combined
with fantastic melodies. Forceful vocals and the best musicianship
have made this project a success. Friday's Child will be a
force to be reckoned with within the music industry."
December
16, 2004
DJ/Producer Bert Gagnon
The Songwriter's Network
CyberstationUSA.com (10 million on-line listeners)
FIVE
STAR AMAZON FAN REVIEWS
"They're
a great band, what more can I say. This is another great CD,
after 'Boy Without a Name' , 13 and their Live CD. They're
raw and have a lot of energy. The songwriting skills of Tom
Walker are probably one of the best out there..... pity that
the mainstream media has missed out on this great band. This
band is what the music scene needs today."
Great Band, September 2, 2005
Reviewer: M. Muhsin (NJ)
"Finally
there's a new band that can actually write songs! I got this
CD about a week ago, and I haven't stopped listening to it.
Most of the new stuff out there sounds the same not only band
to band, but song to song. These guys have a unique sound
as a band. It is acoustic guitar driven, but very powerful.
Sort of a stripped down Dave Matthews Band vibe with a harder
sound like early Live. Each song is unique as well. There
is obviously no "formula" these guys use when they
write. You have a song like "Flypaper" that has
a bouncy, raw sound, "Lions Fall" that is majestic
and moving and "Blood Moon" that has a "poppy"
feel, just to name a few. They have a couple earlier CD's
that I just ordered. I can't wait 'til they arive."
Great New Band!!!, August 18, 2005
Reviewer: Big Jonesy
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"The
boyz from Jersey were back in town, and rocked out live in
the studio once again. They busted in with a healthy dose
of new tunes, and a few of their old rockin' classics. Their
new acoustic set showed these guys can't be pigeonholed. Always
a favorite with the listeners, TOM WALKER, RICK IPPOLITO and
DAVE DRZEWIECKI always lay down a solid, tight show. Look
for their new cd, coming out soon!"
Review of 6/7/2003 Live Performance, CyberstationUSA.com
"Friday's Child... The Myth. The Legend. The Band."
Bordersstores.com Events Page, © Copyright 2002, Borders
Properties, Inc.
"Friday's Child recently performed on the Songwriters
Network, an Inet radio show on Cyberstationusa.com...Friday's
Child's performance on our show was stunning....unbelievable
sounds, smooth riff's, dynamic lyrics, complicated chord structures
that would please the most discriminating ear..Tom Walker
sports a Taylor guitar that sings and comes up with an acoustic
sound that I have never heard anyone else do...together with
Rick Ippolito (bass) and Dave Drzewiecki (drums) the trio
has a powerful sound that rocks tremendously. Their two cd's
"Boy Without a Name" and "Thirteen" are
a piece of excellent work. Rock-Art is probably the best characterization
for this group as they have worked in art with their rock
at an extremely high level. As I can go on about this group,
I will end this review with the following thought: Get their
cd's now!!!! and definitely go see their gigs as they will
truly entertain you... Best Wishes for this group as they
will go far in their music."
Bert Gagnon, Creator/Producer, CyberstationUSA.com, Songwriters
Network
"Friday's
Child is an eclectic rock band with a strong Borders following. This
is their sophomore endeavour, and we just love them! They
have and old school 'modern rock' feel about them, and it
really comes through live. Track #1 is a cultural ' jab.'"
Borders Books and Music Listening Post Review, Massachusetts
Region
© Copyright 2001, Borders Properties, Inc
"Of
all the band's I've heard, Friday's Child's music is the most
universally accessible. Great music. Great lyrics. No pretension."
Alan Nuñez, Community Relations Coordinator (1995
- 1999), Borders Books & Music
"High-powered and eclectic, this musical trio has taken
the New York scene by storm, inciting rave reviews and cultivating
an ever-growing fan base...The sound is stripped down to the
essentials with just the right amount of melody and brutal
reality."
Terry Lagerstedt, The Fairfield County Weekly
"It won't take you long to understand why Friday's Child
has become one of the most loved bands in the area. With incredible
energy, memorable lyrics, charm and charisma, the band delivers
their powerful sound, effortlessy creating a relationship
with any crowd."
Anne Stanton, Community Relations Coordinator (1996 - 2000),
Borders Books Music & Café, Stamford, CT
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"One
of the best albums in a long while..., January 22, 2001"
"Friday's Child is a wonderful and unique band that have
a lot of energy. They write original, good music and heart felt
lyrics. I just ADORE this band to death. Ever since I discovered
them, I haven't missed a show. The album is awesome as well.
It's one of the best I've heard in a long while--adding diversity
and originality to a time when, sadly, others sell out. I guarantee
you'll LOVE this album!"
"I can't begin to say just how much I love this CD...these
guys know their instruments, have great voices, and a ton of
energy! I've seen them perform many times at the Garden State
Plaza, and every time, I love them more and more. They write
good music that people can appreciate and are a true treasure
in today's world of 'lost music'."
"If you like Dave Matthews or Billy Joel, you'll love Friday's
Child. I've had this album for quite some time and have never
tired of hearing these songs. Tunes like 'The Path' and 'Icon'
have become the soundtrack to my life. 'North By Northeast'
is an amazing number. I've witnessed Friday's Child play this
song live at the Baggot Inn and the Lion's Den in NYC and it's
flat-out incredible. The way these three musicians handle their
instruments is nothing short of genius. One final note - Friday's
Child have recently released a six-song EP entitled '13' that's
just as masterful as this one. " |
Original
Sound!!!, January 14, 2001 Reviewer: John Bennett from Carver,
MA USA
"It's so nice to see a band creating their own sound! With
harmonious chord progressions and intriguing stories behind
every song, this cd has more emotion behind it then practically
my entire collection. I would recommend anyone who enjoys wonderfully
played acoustic guitar, and creative mind provoking lyrics to
purchase this cd. These guys are going far, I'm glad I got to
see them at a small performance while I still can! "
Fantastic! June 13, 2000
"I think this is the best work they have ever done."
NEXT SUPER TRIO!, April 21, 2000
Reviewer: A music fan from NYC AREA
"One of the most exciting CD's I have ever heard from a
band that no one has ever heard. MTV watch out! Here comes Friday's
Child."
13 proves to be another artistic success for Friday's Child,
March 22, 2000
Reviewer: A music fan from New York City
"Friday's Child rocks - period! Why aren't these guys signed
to a major label? Intelligent and playful lyrics combined with
skillful musicianship makes this trio a band to watch! They
also have a full length album called 'Boy Without A Name'." |
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The
Cutting Room, New York City
Luna Stage, Montclair New Jersey
The Bottom Line, New York City
Webster Hall, New York City
Le Bar Bat, New York City
The Red Lion, New York City
Parkside Lounge, New York City
12th and Porter, Nashville, TN
Douglas Corner, Nashville, TN
The Outer Limit, Nashville, TN
The End, Nashville, TN
Windows on the Cumberland, Nashville, TN
The Iron Horse, Northampton, MA
Elm Street Theater, Somerville, MA
Theodore's, Sprinfield, MA
Capo's, Easthampton, MA
The Dewey Beach Club, Dewey Beach, DE
The Red Light Café, Atlanta, GA
The Stanhope House, Stanhope, NJ
The Hard Rock Cafe, Philadelphia, PA
Maxwells, Hoboken, NJ
The Goldhawk, Hoboken, NJ
Ang-E B's, Elmwood Park, NJ
Dunamis Café, Springfield, MA
Maxs Kansas City, New York City
The Baggot Inn, New York City
The Lions Den, New York City
Paddy Reillys, New York City
The Skybox Café, Fairfield, CT
The Playwright, Stamford, CT
McGearys, Albany, NY
The West Strand Grill, Kingston, NY
The Rat, Montclair State University, NJ
Billy Pats, William Paterson University, NJ
Taps, Garfield, NJ
Love Sexy, Hoboken, NJ
The Crossroads, Garwood, NJ
The Plum Street Pub, New Brunswick, NJ
The All American Sports Grill, Murfreesboro, TN
Scott's Bar & Grille, Harrisburg, PA
Internet Café, Red Bank, NJ
Central Station, Orlando, FL
Shannagolden, Orlando, FL
The Blind Pig, Ann Arbor, MI
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NJ
Fort Lee, NJ
Livingston, NJ
Mays Landing, NJ
Paramus, Garden State Plaza, NJ
Paramus, Rte 17, NJ
Ramsey, NJ
East Brunswick, NJ
Wayne, NJ
Rockaway, NJ
Watchung, NJ
Mt. Kisco, NY
Kips Bay, NYC, NY
Park Ave, NYC, NY
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Bryn Mawr, PA
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The Digital Café Tour Founding Band
Winter NAMM 2007 - DCT's "Broaden Your Band: How
to Mic Your Band" @ Audix Mics Booth
Winter NAMM 2006 - "Broaden Your Band: How to Bring
the World to Your Music" @ Audix Mics NAMM Booth
Summer NAMM 2005, Indianapolis, IN
Florida Music Festival, Orlando, FL, May 2005
Summer NAMM 2004, Nashville, TN
CMJ 2003, NYC - Headliner at the Red Lion
Millenium Music Conference 2003, Harrisburg, PA
Panelists and Performers at upcoming Folk Alliance Conference,
Nashville, TN (February 2003)
Dewey BeachFest, Dewey Beach, DE - September 27, 2002
- Sponsored by the Millenium Festival
Summer NAMM 2002, Gaylord Arena, Nashville, TN for Taylor
Guitars
USA Songwriting Competition Showcases - 10/13/01 (Nashville,
TN), 07/18/02 (Nashville, TN)
Atlantis Music Conference 2002- USA Songwriting Competition
Showcase 08/03/02
Nashville New Music Conference 2001, October 10 to 14,
2001
Headliner, Marlin Room, Viper Ball, Webster Hall, March
17, 2001
Health Crisis HIV Benefit, Webster Hall, 1999
Headliner, CMJ Music Marathon, 1997 and 1998
Headliner, Lifebeat Benefit Concerts for Victims of HIV,
1997 and 1998
Headliner, The Viper Ball, with the Commitments Andrew
Strong, The Bottom Line, 1999
The Bottom Line New Music Festival, 1998
NARAS Peekaboo Festival of New Music featured artist (shared
bill with Lisa Loeb)
Stamford, CT Summer Outdoor Music Festival (opened for
Black 47) |
"Boy
Without a Name" · Released Fall 1997 Honeybee Music
"13"
Released Fall 1999/Winter 2000 Honeybee Music
"Live
at the Goldhawk" - Released late August 2002
"In
a Word" - (Jan. 1, 2006. I-Tunes Only)
"Democracy:
Live at Luna Stage" Enhanced CD (Jan 1, 2007) |
On-going
Homegrown Spotlight on WDHA-FM, "Goodbye to a Friend"
and "Chasing Game" (live) featured
WDHA-FM, NJ , Jim Monaghan Show, "Man is Island"
from "In a Word" in rotation on his show
CyberstationUSA.com (10 Million listeners)
WDVR-FM, Princeton, NJ (live interview/performance)
WPKN-FM, Bridgeport, CT (live inverview/performance)
WDST-FM, Woodstock, NY
WBRS-FM, Boston, MA
WBRB-FM, Boston, MA
WVAQ-FM, West Virginia (top 40 Radio) |
1999
National Association of Campus Activities Showcase, Northeast
Region, Easton, PA
College of William and Mary, VA
William Paterson University, NJ
Montclair State University, NJ
University of Connecticut, Bridgeport, CT
Rutgers University, NJ
College Nights at The Red Lion, The Baggot Inn, and The Lion's
Den, NYC, (New York University, Columbia University, Hunter
College, Brandeis, School of Visual Arts, Parsons, etc.) |
Featured
Indie Artists in Daylle Deanna Schwartz's 2002 book, "The
Real Deal: How to Get Signed to a Record Label" |
Founding
band of The Digital
Café Tour. On Verizon FiOS Video-on-Demand.
Fox
News Coverage of "Florida Salutes its Heroes" Concert,
Panama City, FL, June 2004
Live
on "Artworks." Channel 5 AT&T Broadband Cable,
Northern CT
Digital
Café Tour Web TV |