
Back Porch Swing
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Edmonton
From intimate "house concerts" in the comfort of your living-room to the large stages of folk festivals, Back Porch Swing are avid, enthusiastic performers suitable for a wide range of events. Highlights include: North and South Country Fairs, Blueberry Bluegrass Festival, Burningman, Robson Valley Music Festival, and the Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music Festival.
Jim Malmberg vocals, mandolin, and guitar
Penny Malmberg vocals, guitar, and mandolin
Cam Neufeld violin
Kevin Jacobson bass
Since 2003 Back Porch Swing has been writing songs and performing at festivals and clubs across western Canada. Their hot licks, tight harmonies, and funny lyrics are delivered in ever-changing musical styles that will have you wondering"what don't they do?" From square dancing to western swing, from bluegrass to folk, their "cowjazz" flavor will surely leave you a fan.
Here's what people are saying!
"this CD will earn them some well-deserved fans."
. . . . Penguin Eggs Magazine
"Will you come back next year?"
. . . . Don Gothard, Artistic Director
Peace Country Bluegrass Festival
"A great little CD!"
. . . . Tom Coxworth, CKUA Radio
"You did a great job hosting a workshop"
. . . . Valdy, at North Country Fair
" '...Butter...' and '...Fred Astaire...' should be hit singles! "
. . . . David Ward, CKUA Radio
"Thanks for everything, Back Porch Swing. You brought such a great energy to our week long adventure - Camp wouldn't have been the same without you, and it's no wonder to us that you wonderful folks were a Festival favourite. You really have given us all keys to happiness. Come back to Saskatchewan, and soon! "
. . . . Jennifer Bork, Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Tyme Festival