The Band of Heathens plays the Abbey July 21

Americana/Southern Rock – Doors Open @ 8:00pm  All Ages   $15 – $20

Originally conceived as a loosely-knit collective showcasing four of Austin’s best up-and-coming artists, The Band Of Heathens is quickly becoming one of the most exciting new acts in American Music. The band’s debut album LIVE FROM MOMO’S features dynamic songwriting with powerful vocal harmonies and superb musicianship.

The broad appeal of The Band of Heathens can be credited to musical diversity. The idea for this collective hatched from a Wednesday night residence that saw the four principle songwriters, Colin Brooks (Chippin’ Away at the Promise Land, 2002 & Blood and Water, 2005), Ed Jurdi (Longshores Drive, 2003), Brian Keane (I Ain’t Even Lonely, 2006) and Gordy Quist (Songs Play Me, 2004), sharing the bill as separate acts. Seth Whitney would stay on stage all night, providing groove-filled bass lines to lay the foundation for all the songs.