Mama Tried at The Stage, February 12
By WTJU
Don’t miss Mama Tried LIVE on WTJU Saturday, February 12, from 2-4pm in support of the Folk Marathon! 91.1 FM, streaming at wtju.net. You can also live video stream it at WTJU’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. This is a free concert (although it is a part of the Folk Marathon so donations are welcome).
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Mama Tried is a 5-piece band from Charlottesville, Va., with Susan Munson on guitar and vocals, Charlie Pastorfield on guitar and vocals, Stuart Holme on bass, Kent Raine on drums, and Sam Johnston on keys, vocals and harmonica. These five play high-energy versions of early Grateful Dead songs, plus their own impressive material, with a heavy accent on improvisation.
Even though their name is taken from a Merle Haggard tune, they are definitely a “jam band,” with the ability to go out exploring while remaining cohesive, then get back smoothly to the original song, and make it all sound good. Members in Mama Tried also perform with some of Charlottesville’s favorite bands, including Alligator, Mojo Pie, The Cows, and the Skip Castro Band. These seasoned musicians will not disappoint!
