- 1.Walk Away
- 2.Where I Stand
- 3.Morning Song
- 4.Mississippi Breakdown
- 5.Movin On
- 6.Nice To Know
- 7.Billy Badass
- 8.Longest Path
- 9.Flat Baroque
- 10.On And On
- 11.Closer to Home
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- Old Salt Union was formed in 2011 by long-time friends Dustin Eiskant (guitar/ lead vocal), Ryan Murphey (banjo), and Justin Wallace (mandolin/ piano). In May of 2012, Old Salt Union became complete with the addition of John Brighton (violin/ mandolin) and Jesse Farrar (bass). Each member of Old Salt Union fills multiple roles in the band by playing various instruments and contributing vocal harmonies. Amongst the five men in Old Salt Union, from ages 23-30, there is over 70 years of musical training and experience. This diversity allows for flexibility in composition and in live performances. The end result is a well-rounded high-energy sound, with obvious bluegrass roots.
John Brighton-Belleville, Il(age 27) began studying violin at the age of three. He has played violin and viola with many St. Louis and Metro East ensembles, including the Illinois Symphony Orchestra and St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra, and national acts such as the Trans-Siberian Orchestra. He also played violin in the band Escape for several years. John is currently attending SIUE for a degree in violin performance.
Jesse Farrar-Belleville, Il(age 23) began playing the bass at age 3.Soon to follow were the guitar and piano. He attended EIU for music performance. He has composed 2 full albums of solo music and now slaps away at the upright bass.
Ryan Murphey-Belleville, Il(age 30) began playing guitar at the age of seventeen. At twenty-eight he began playing harmonica and at twenty-nine started picking the banjo. He is primarily a self-taught musician who has played in other bands such as Autopilot and SunkenGardenJokers.
Dustin Eiskant-Belleville, Il(age 29) began playing guitar at age seventeen. He is self-taught who has played in other bands such as Autopilot and SunkenGardenJokers.
Justin Wallace-Belleville, Il(age 27) began playing drums at the age of nine. He then started playing guitar the age of 10. He has been writing and composing music since the age of 13. He played drums in the band Escape for 7 years and at the age of twenty one began playing piano and the mandolin
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2013 IMC Award WinnersAlice Evans said…
Hey Guys! Dig your stuff!
2013 IMC Award WinnersTivoli Skye said…
Hey guys!
Top New artist ! fantastic- excited to hear & be with everyone in LA :) Have a safe trip.
YAY!-
Tivoli Skye
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IMC Members 2Tania Nicholson said…
Looking forward to hearing you play live in L.A.! You have a great sound. Illinois will be well represented there!
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IMC Members 2The Honorifics said…
Beautiful music! Love the acoustic sounds!
2013 IMC Award WinnersTivoli Skye said…
There's a reason why you are #1 you guys are great !!!! Tivoli Skye!
2013 IMC Award WinnersTivoli Skye said…
I love your music - everything you do is moving. Great lyrics, beat, vocals, and energy. I hope to meet you - you guys have an amazing group ! Naturally I have been voting for you!
Great story telling , harmony- This is where I stand !
:) Tivoli !
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2013 IMC Award WinnersTivoli Skye said…
Hey Guys I love you and your music- hope to be there at the IMC Awards- meet up then !!! 1 858 Tivoli 1 www.tivoliskye.com You guys are amazing !!!
Tivoli Skye
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IMC Members 2Anne Roos said…
Thank you for contacting me! Love your music, too! Wish I could sit in with your band and play.
IMC Members 2Lisa Sniderman said…
Thanks kindly for coming by and the comment too on Love Proof! Enjoying your style, feel, wonderful bluegrass sound!! ♥ Aoede ♪♫
Indie Music Channel Top New Artists con'ttaata ATP said…
hey, thanks for the request and nice comments! i liked your style and music. keep up the good music! love, taata
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