PERT NEAR SANDSTONE IN CONCERT:
Pert Near Sandstone continue to breathe new life into traditional bluegrass with their contemporary sound and vibrant performances. At their boot-stomping live shows the band tears through favorites like "Solid Gone" and "Ship of Fools" while a troupe of clog dancers provide a rhythmic counterpoint to the furious fiddling, creating an infectious energy that inspires plenty of dancing among concertgoers. With two piano players, four fiddlers, a washboard player, and plenty of additional backup singing by enthralled audiences, the band never fails to create a larger-than-life experience on their must-see tours.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Pert Near Sandstone was formed in the mid-'00s amid the roots music scene of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Along with bands like Trampled By Turtles and 4onthefloor, the group helped put the nascent scene on the map with their electrifying live shows and updated approach to traditional bluegrass. Beginning with a live album released in 2005, the band made a string of acclaimed recordings that included 2011's Paradise Hop -- a Top 10 bluegrass album on eMusic. The group delivered another stellar collection of songs on 2014's LP The Hardest Part of Leaving, building considerable anticipation for their next tour.
