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Funk The West Coast and Ropeadope!
Funk The West Coast
Two of the west-coast’s funkiest trios are teaming up this summer to bring their unique music all along the Pacific Coast. San Francisco based Indubious, and Portland based Teddy Presberg and The Red Note Revivalists, will kick off their “Funk The West Coast Tour” this August and tear through the coast in what promises to be one of the most funky and fun band combinations to share the road.
- Visit the Outright Gig Website for info on these dates!
- Read the Official Press Release
- Check out Indubious on MySpace
Ropeadope Records!
Teddy Presberg recently signed with Ropeadope Records and they will be re-releasing his debut album "Blueprint of Soul" this fall. We are extremely excited to be part of this musical family which includes: Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra, Benevento Russo Duo, Charlie Hunter, Christian McBride, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, DJ Logic, Medeski Martin and Wood, Mike Gordon (Phish), Sex Mob, and TJ Kirk just to name a few! Check out their website and pick-up an album or two... they also make great clothes!
Burnside World Premiere!
Two original Teddy Presberg compositions are featured on the Thunderball Production Film "Burnside." The movie will be released on July 27th and has a special run at Portland, Oregon's Hollywood Theatre from July 27th-29th.
Spring '07
Prayed for Snow!
Teddy Presberg has three tracks on the film "Prayed for Snow" now available on DVD.
Prayed for Snow is a Lawless Production and features nothing but chest deep powder, sunshine, laughs and a month in Argentina skiing some of the world's scariest terrain.
For your listening pleasure, the film also features the music of Geijus, Ida Viper, Andy Combs and the Moth, and Everyday Prophets. For your viewing pleasure, all of the skiers featured on the film work as professional ski patrollers on Mt. Hood.
- Watch video clips on the Outright Music Website
- Find out more information about Lawless Productions and order your copy!
Free Blueprint of Soul Ringtones
Music from Teddy Presberg's album Blueprint of Soul is now available as ringtones for you for FREE! Isn't time you funkified your phone?
Introducing The Red Note Revivalists!
Blueprint of Soul - LIVE!
Teddy Presberg has formed a band to perform the music from his "Blueprint of Soul" album.
Calling themselves "The Red Note Revivalists" this power trio delivers a funky show that will please the experimental jazz lover's ear while tickling the feet of the folks who just like to get up, dance, and shake what their mama's gave them!
Three Pin Productions
Teddy's record label, Three Pin Records, has a palette of upcoming events that will satisfy every musical craving you have! We'll tell you that along with the funky sounds of The Red Note Revivalists w/ Teddy Presberg, they are also working on shows with the folk indie-goddess Raina Rose and the long awaited record release of Echo Helstrom. Check out the Three Pin website and tell 'em Teddy sent you!
Head Case Radio
Teddy Presberg is a supported band on this killer radio station that has a two-tier mission: 1) support funky cool independent bands, and 2) raise funding to aid in the fight against Multiple Sclerosis.
Blueprint of Soul: PRE-RELEASED!
Special Pre-Release Pricing - Now Available!
For a limited time only, you can now pre-order your very own copy of Teddy Presberg's debut album "Blueprint of Soul." Reserve your copy today at the Outright Music Online Store and save a few bucks before the official release!
Sitting in with Michael Schott
Michael has been singing and songwriting since 1992. His latest work is a reflection on the necessity of honesty in song. Teddy joins The Michael Schott Trio in action at the Clinton Corner Lounge this Friday!
Willamette Bistro Bash
Garett Brennan and the EBGBs will be performing acoustically, electrically, and big band funkadelicaly for three sets at this 20th year anniversary party!
summer '06
The Blueprint of Soul
We are nearing an official release date for the Blueprint of Soul album. The album features the ultra-cool design work and funky illustrations of Giovanni Salimena. You are going to want to buy this album for the artwork alone.
Special Pre-Release Ordering
Can't wait for the album to be released? Well now you can listen to the album in it's entirety at the Outright Music Website. Check it out and be ready for a special pre-release purchasing opportunity in the next couple of weeks!!!!
New Video!
If you got two minutes, check out this short and funky two-minute video titled "The Many Faces of Teddy Presberg." The video consists of photo stills taken by Jerome Hart from a performance at the 2004 Bite Of Oregon Festival, AND a new tune from the upcoming "Blueprint of Soul" album.
Two Show Run w/ Keith Greeninger
Teddy Presberg is pleased to join Garett Brennan as the opening act for two Keith Greeninger shows. The acoustic duo will be starting off the night in the Oregon towns of Portland and Eugene. Keith is Garett's buddy from Santa Cruz, who won the 2005 Telluride Bluegrasss Festival Songwriting competition.
Spring '06
May Shows
Garett Brennan and the EBGBs are back with a weekly residence for the month of May at the Laurelthirst Public House. The EBGBS will be playing happy hours on Wednesdays (6-8PM). The shows are free and the sets will consist of some new, killer acoustic tunes and of course some electric, eclectic improv.
Photo Gallery Live
The Outright Music Photo Gallery is now up and ready for viewing. Photographer Ryan Mastro recently journeyed to the industrial depths of Portland to shoot Teddy Presberg for the Blueprint of Soul album art. Make sure to check out Ryan's website below as he is one amazing photographer.
Blueprint of Soul
The Teddy Presberg debut album is due out this summer! Keep your ears open and your dancing shoes close by for this one!
April showers
Teddy is back in the US of A!
Over the last three months he has been busy jamming and learning the ropes and scopes of the Garifuna music in Belize. Garifuna Soul music come from the legendary Parranderos from the Caribbean coast of Central America, with an enchanting blend of African and Latin acoustic roots.
Blueprint of Soul
Teddy also traveled to Makaha, Hawai'i to mix his new album "Blueprint of Soul." You can now hear a special sneak preview of these songs at:
Happy New Year News - 2006
Keep It Simple Tour
The national tour supporting Garett Brennan's eco-green and independently released album, Little Cottonwood, was a hoot and a success. Thanks to Clif Bar, Alta, Utah, Garett, and all of the friends, family, and musicians that helped make this possible.
Central American Vision Quest
Teddy will be taking a break from the Outright Music Studios to research and write music on the beaches of Central America. No itinerary... just music and the moment. Look for Teddy to return to the States in late-April to play a few shows shows with Garett Brennan & the EBGBs at the closing day ski festivities in Alta, UT. Following the festival return shows will be the release of Teddy's debut album, "Blueprint of Soul."
Blueprint of Soul
Speaking of the new album, you can now hear a sneak-peak of the album at MySpace.
Outright Music Studios
Teddy recently completed the inaugural Outright Music Studios album featuring Gillian Howe. Gillian is an amazing singer-songwriter based in Portland, OR.
Outright Merchandise.
We are proud to announce the grand opening of our online store where you can purchase CDs, organic made in the US t-shirts, stickers, and more!
- Shop at the Outright Music Store
- Visit musician/artist Eben Dickinson's website (creator of the Outright Music logo).
It's November and We are live! - 2005
Blueprint of Soul
Teddy is currently mixing his debut album of basement funk, titled "Blueprint of Soul." Make sure to sign-up to the Outright Music Email List to be notified when this album drops next summer!
Garett Brennan's Keep it Simple Tour
Teddy Presberg will be joining Garett Brennan on the Keep It Simple Tour, supporting the release of Garett's independently produced album"Little Cottonwood."
The national tour includes shared bills with artists such as Peter Rowan, Sonny Landreth, Keith Greeninger, Brandi Carlile and Boston-area favorites Rachel McCartney and Anne Heaton. The album and tour are climate neutral and include sponsorships and endorsements by Clif Bar, Martin Guitar, and the town of Alta, UT.