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is - Biograpy of a Jam Trio
is is an unusual, three piece jam band that delivers live performances to electrify
audiences. The bands name, which loosely means “The present tense”, emphasizes
their improvisational nature. Each show offers a unique experience that includes
diverse, memorable songs and exceptional musicianship.
is is;
Michael Friest - bass and vocals
Matt Donahue - drums
Pieter Van Leeuwen - piano, organ, rhodes, synth and vocals
In the late ‘90’s, Michael and Pieter
moved from upstate New York to central California to write captivating music
and eventually tour. Upon meeting their first drummer “Tuck”(also from New York State)
in March of 2004, they soon completed their search for a new sound. Within a few rehearsals it became apparent that they had found what they were looking for so they set out to tour as a three piece. Recently with the addition of their new drummer Matt Donahue, is is exploring new territory and continuing to write and perform live. Plans are in the works to go into the studio to do some much anticipated recording as well.
is has a distintive, exciting style; a high energy form of music that combines
insightful songwriting, soulful vocals and dynamic jams. is unites its audience
in a moving, musical experience while accomplishing an incredibly full sound
with only three members.
Over the past four years, is has performed vigorously throughout the U.S.,
touring extensively through California with numerous performances in Nevada,
Utah and Colorado. Since their cross-country 2007 summer tour, is has been establishing themselves on the east coast. The band now lives in the Dutchess County area of New York State and continues to be devoted to
touring and live performance.
is looks forward to playing for you in your area soon.
Contact vanpie@hotmail.com or (845)238-7154
Venues Played
The Connecticut Yankee, San Francisco CA
Jelly's, San Francisco CA
Moe's Alley, Santa Cruz CA
The Catalyst, Santa Cruz CA
14 Below, Santa Monica CA
Blackwatch Pub, Upland CA
Frog and Peach, San Luis Obispo, CA
Divided Sky Tahoe
Bar of America, Truckee CA
Cabaloosa, New Paltz NY
The Oasis, New Paltz NY
Henflings, Ben Lomond, CA
The Attic, Santa Cruz CA
Smiley's, Bolinas CA
The Old Western Saloon, Point Reyes CA
Caspar Inn, Caspar CA
Humboldt Brewery, Arcata CA
Rumours, Eureka CA
Aptos Club, Aptos CA
Britannia Arms, Aptos CA
Brainwash Pub and Laundromat,
San Francisco CA
The Octopus Club, Pacifica CA
The OC Compound, Orange County CA
Last Day Saloon, San Francisco CA
Viva, Monterey CA
Shoreline Amphitheater, Levis Stage, Mountain View CA
Tradewinds, Cotati CA
Windjammer, Aptos CA
Coastline Brewery, Capitola CA
The Poet and Patriot, Santa Cruz CA
The Shanachie Pub, Willits CA
The Pioneer Saloon, Woodside CA
Rassela's Theatre, San Francisco CA
Ukiah Brewery, Ukiah CA
The Uptown Nightclub, Oakland CA
The Boom Boom Room, San Francisco CA
The Catacombs Bar, Boulder CO
Quixotes True Blue, Denver CO
Fly Me To The Moon, Telluride, CO
Gunnison Brewery, Gunnison, CO
6 Rivers Brewery, Mckinlyville, CA
Soho (formerly Zebulon's) Petaluma, CA
Mystic Hot Springs, North Monroe, UT
Monterey Healthy Living Festival, Monterey, CA
Daynight Delight Festival, Apple Valley, CA
Moonlight Mountaintop Festival, Carmel Valley, CA
Gathering of the Tribes, Mt. Shasta, CA
Great Basin Brewing Co., Sparks, NV
Starry Plough, Berkeley, CA
Ireland's 32, San Francisco, CA
Road 34 Bar, Fort Collins, CO
Dulcineas, Denver, CO
Heartwood Institute, Garberville, CA
Black Nuggett, Carbondale, CO
Off Limits, Chico, CA
Tradewinds, North Tahoe, CA
Cooper's, Nevada City, CA.
The Chaffee Gathering, Girard, PA
Conor Oneills, Boulder, CO
The Evergreen Lodge, Yosemite, CA
Snug Harbor, New Paltz, NY
Keegan Ales, Kingston, NY
Castaways, Ithaca, NY
Kimballs, Williamsport, PA
Baccus, New Paltz, NY
The Gilded Otter, New Paltz, NY
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