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theyards
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» label: unsigned
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The Yards
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We're the Yards...a funk-jazz-jam band based in Lawrence, Kansas, now sometimes featuring a 3-piece horn section on the tip top!
Why this name?
...inspired by The Meters!
Do you play live?
We play live mostly in Lawrence, Kansas, but have ventured to neighboring states Missouri and Colorado.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
Makes it instantly available to those with the technology.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Sure, why not?
Band History:
Born in a small studio in Lawrence, Kansas on Sunday November 5, 2000. The Yards became favorites of mp3.com, amassing over 100,000 plays before its demise. The Yards have opened for John Scofield, Karl Denson, Toots & the Maytals and more. Currently living and breathing the funk in Lawrence, Kansas still...The Yards have just released a 7" single called 'Munchimoo Boogaloo' available exclusively at hammondbeat.com.
Your influences?
Meters funk, Booker T's melodies, Medeski, Martin & Wood's sense of adventure
Favorite spot?
New Orleans!!!!
Equipment used:
Hammond organ, drums guitar and bass!
Anything else...?
Like the organ? Go to hammondbeat.com . . . for fans of the funk & groove revolution!