Dead Sparrows Return to Madison With NYC’s Des Roar
Source: Media RelationsLocation: New York City
New York L.E.S. bands Dead Sparrows (formerly Madison’s The Cummies) and Des Roar plan a weekend of rock’n’roll for the first time ever in Madison, WI. Sunday’s show at Frequency will serve as the album release for the Dead Sparrows’ Into the Nettles.
“We haven’t been home as a band since we left in 2005,” said Jonny Airis, drummer of the Dead Sparrows “and we wanted to really dig in before we came back. But we wanted Madison to be the debut of the new album, and we’re glad to have Des Roar with us.”
While routinely playing in Madison, Dead Sparrows were well known among local promoters and venues, often playing as themselves or in other bands at the King Club, the former Slipper Club, the Corral Room, The High Noon Saloon and Stage Door Theater. Saturday’s show at The Corral Room will begin at 10:00pm, and Sunday’s album release will begin at Frequency at 9:30pm.
Arriving in New York, Dead Sparrows forged a relationship with Lower East Side music venues, gaining month-long residencies after a short period of solo dates and befriending local favorites, Des Roar, a California-sonic garage band. The two bands have played a multitude of shows together, promoting one another’s bands, securing opening slots for major touring acts and attracting the attention of rising-level New York publicity firms.
Both bands have had their share of successes. Des Roar most recently playing runway shows at both New York and LA Fashion Weeks this past year, while Dead Sparrows have added legendary Irish guitarist/producer to their lineup, pushing them before larger audiences. Finn is best known for his work with Dave Gahan of Depeche Mode fame and his songs have appeared on major soundtrack releases.
LOCAL DATES:
Saturday, May 30 @ The Corral Room
Dead Sparrows w/ New York counterparts, Des Roar :: 10:00pm
Sunday, May 31 @ Frequency – Into the Nettles Release Party
Dead Sparrows and Des Roar w/ The Optimistic :: 9:30pm
