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KEVIN GIRAGOSIAN
c/o
DIGGING RECORDS
14107 S. Parker Road
Homer Glen, IL 60491
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                           The Neverly Brothers

                                                                                                                                                                

Experience the fiery energy of The Neverly Brothers musical concept as they bridge the gap between 50s rockabilly and the early 60s British invasion on a retro-sonic joyride from Memphis , Tennessee to Liverpool , England …and back!.


Musical Description
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The Neverly Brothers are not an “oldies cover band,” nor are they a tribute act. They are a very unique and exciting retro-sonic concept…AND ABOVE ALL THEY ARE TRUE ENTERTAINERS! Their enthusiastic stage show will transport you back in time on a retro-fueled musical tour of one of the most exciting phases in pop music history: the transition of rock n’ roll from its American Rockabilly roots to the British Invasion. Their song sequence & selection, accompanied by narrative historical footnotes, will illustrate how the music and energy of the 1950s American Rockabilly & Rock n’ Roll pioneers set the stage for the adventurous young bands of the early 1960s British Invasion movement. Their repertoire consists of show-stopping renditions of early hits by The Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis up through The Beatles, The Kinks, The Rolling Stones and many other artists who shaped rock n' roll during the years 1955 through 1965.

 

Formed:  June 2003   Home base:  Chicago, Illinois

 

About the Band members:

 

*Kevin Giragosian – vocals, guitar, harmonica - Kevin has been a prominent figure on the Chicago live music circuit for over 20 years. His original recordings, with his former power-pop band THE WOMBATS, have been aired on various Chicago area commercial and college radio stations including WXRT and Q101. His love of vocal harmony, early-American rockabilly artists and British Invasion bands brought him to create this unique and powerful musical act. As a vocalist he is extremely versatile and equally effective singing either lead or backing harmony. His signature “electrified” acoustic guitar sound he developed for the act has also become a highlight and integral part of their sound. In addition to being a talented vocalist and guitarist, on stage Kevin fronts the band - assuming the role as the “virtual tour director.” By sprinkling the show with insightful bits of music trivia and history between songs, he adds more meaning and relevance to the music - giving concerts goers a new-found appreciation for songs and artists they’ve long been familiar with. These narrative footnotes add yet another unique facet to their one of a kind act. Kevin’s energy, showmanship, personality, strong vocals & aggressive guitar playing make him one of the most engaging and entertaining front men on the live circuit today - at the helm of one of the most potent and talented true rock n’ roll bands around.

 

*Kegham Giragosian – drums, vocals - Keg started his musical career in the early 1990s as the drummer and harmony vocalist for brother Kevin’s former band The Wombats. As the drummer for The Neverly Brothers, he has developed his own unique, energetic and visually entertaining playing style. He stands, not sits, behind a minimalist drum kit - consisting of only a bass drum and a snare drum – and swings his arms in windmill circles beating the snare drum with brushes - not sticks. Although it may look unorthodox, he lays down a solid beat and driving rhythm more powerful than most drummers using conventional 4 and 5 piece kits. Keg is also a strong vocalist who sings lead on a number of songs. But his true vocal assets lie in his vocal harmonies and engaging counter melodies. When Kevin & Kegham sing those sweet two-part vocal harmonies, a la The Everly Brothers or John Lennon & Paul McCartney, you’ll find yourself saying: “Only brothers could harmonize like that!” His intuitive vocal sensibilities and unique and animated drumming style make Keg an integral part of the signature “Neverly” look and sound.

 

*Craig Gigstad – vocals, Upright Bass Fiddle - Craig has been a veteran of the Chicago music scene for over 20 years – touring and performing with a variety of local acts and national recording artists. He is equally versatile as a vocalist and an instrumentalist and, like his “Neverly brethren,”  he is a true entertainer. Craig sings his share of backing vocal harmony but truly shines when spotlighting his robust lead vocals on barnburners such as Jerry Lee Lewis “Great balls of fire.” Augmenting his vocal talent is his powerful and exciting bass playing. Whether riding the bass like a wild stallion or slapping out a solid rockabilly groove, he maintains a steady pulse that rattles the rafters and keeps audiences alternately tapping their toes and stomping their feet. Together with Keg’s solid drumming and Kevin’s muscular rhythm guitar, Craig’s bass playing adds to what some fans have described as “pound for pound the most formidable rhythm section on the planet.” His powerful upright bass playing, his vocal talents and his stage presence give Craig the distinction of rounding out that unmistakable “Neverly” look and sound.

 

Live Appearances of note:

RAUE CENTER FOR THE ARTS - CRYSTAL LAKE, IL - October 2008 & January 2006
ILLINOIS STATE FAIR - AUGUST 2008 & 2007

TASTE OF CHICAGO – July 2007

NAVY PIER OUTDOOR BEER GARDEN-Chicago, IL – 2007, 2005, 2004
PRAIRIE CENTER FOR THE ARTS – Schaumburg, IL – April 2007

ARCADA THEATER – St. Charles, IL – October 2004

WILLOWBROOK BALLROOM – Willow Springs, IL – September 2006 & September 2005

Numerous festivals throughout the Midwest

Hundreds of night club performances

Various corporate & private events

 

Television Appearances:

WFLD FOX MORNING NEWS SHOW – April 2008

WGN TELEVISION CHANNEL 9 NOON NEWS SHOW – April 2008 & April 2007

WGN TELEVISION CHANNEL 9 CHICAGO MORNING NEWS SHOW – January 2006, February 2005 & October 2004

WTTW TELEVISION CHANNEL 11 CHICAGO Restaurant review series “Check, please!” – November 2004

 

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"NEVERLY FRIENDLY"  WEBSITES & LINKS

WJJG 1530 AM  Radio - Elmhurst  - "The Exit Realty Radio Hour"
Hosted by Tom Sailer & Chris Hochsted
- Hear Tom's comments & live performance updates on his favorite Retro-Rockers,
  The Neverly Brothers! -
Saturdays from 9am - 10am

Ballydoyle Irish Pub - Downers Grove, IL
www.Ballydoylepub.com

Chicago Southland Convention & Visitor Bureau - Official Website
www.visitchicagosouthland.com

Chicago Southland Convention & Visitor Bureau - Video with The Neverly Brothers
www.visitchicagosouthland.com/multi_games.cfm?game=cscvbvideo

Indian Prairie Public Library - Darien, IL
www.indianprairielibrary.org

Nitelife Magazine
www.nitelife.org

Who's Next!  Cable TV Show
www.whooznext.com

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