The Late Ancients
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States | SELF
Music
Press
"The [Ancients] have a great Blues Rock sound in the tradition of many of the bands that we play on SRrocks.com. I know I can be real tough on bands with Female vocals but I was very impressed by the unique signature vocals of Brittany Staub. As a band they have a great blend of harmonies. " - SR Rocks - Bernard Overly
"With guitars, pianos, organs and horns all featured throughout the album, the band’s sonic palette allows for some great instrumental improvisation. Just don’t call them a “jam band.” - Justin Pope, Trenton Times (Aug 24, 2012)
"With guitars, pianos, organs and horns all featured throughout the album, the band’s sonic palette allows for some great instrumental improvisation. Just don’t call them a “jam band.” - Justin Pope, Trenton Times (Aug 24, 2012)
"Nice crafty original music, and all great players too. They're a great live show and I really enjoyed sitting in!" - Glenn McClelland, Keyboardist of Ween; Blood, Sweat and Tears
"The first thing that jumped out to me with The Late Ancients is the harmonies. It reminds you of some of the great classic rock bands of the 60's and 70's yet it doesn’t sound old."
- Your Local Note (Jun 04, 2012)
Discography
SONGS FROM THE WIGWAM
(Release Date; October 22, 2013)
1. Enter The Wigwam
2. Flash
3. Higher
4. Cross of Lorraine
5. Spirit Drive
6. Dovetail
7. The Liar
8. On The Old Brandywine
9. Back To The Desert
10. Whiskey Jim
11. The Matador
12. Country Livin'
13. Exit The Wigwam
The Late Ancients (Release Date: August 28th, 2012)
1. 9 to 5 Blues
2. The Muse
3. Scarlet Maiden
4. At The Station
5. Poor Elvira
6. Wheels of Fire
7. Mission Bell
8. Moving Train
9. Senorita Serenade
10. Wings of the Dove
11. The Getaway
Live At The Fire - EP (2012)
1. The Muse
2. Poor Elvira
3. Rag Mama Rag
4. Scarlet Maiden
5. Senorita Serenade
6. The Getaway
Demo Disk (2011):
1. The Getaway
2. Moving Train
3. Mystic Winds
4. Scarlet Maiden
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Bio
Founded in the summer of 2011 by guitarist and songwriter Pete Beck, The Late Ancients are one of the hardest working bands in Philadelphia. Drawing from their influences, the band combines Traffic-like Psychedelic anthems with unique songwriting and vocal harmonies that bring you back to the days of CSNY.
This modern twist to a classic sound originated in Bucks County with guitarist/songwriter Pete Beck, bass player James Hill and guitarist/vocalist Brittany Staub. Shortly after forming and playing a few shows, the band was joined by keyboardist Mark Brown of the Baltimore-based jam band The Bridge. Working with several different drummers over the past 2 years, the band cut their self-Titled debut LP in August of 2012. They continue to work hard as they play shows and festivals in PA, NY, MD, DE and WV, with more dates and cities planned for the near future.
Along with a busy show schedule, The Late Ancients hit the studio again this summer to record their second full-length record with all new material. The album is set for release on October 22. You can find their music on Itunes, Amazon, Spotify, Bandcamp and CD Baby.
The Late Ancients are...
Brittany - Vocals/Rhythm Guitar
James - Bass
Mark - Vocals/Keyboards
Pete - Vocals/Lead Guitar
Dave - Drums
Press
"Nice crafty original music, and all great players too. They're a great live show and I really enjoyed sitting in!"
- Glenn McClelland, Keyboardist of Ween; Blood, Sweat and Tears
"The first thing that jumped out to me with The Late Ancients is the harmonies. It reminds you of some of the great classic rock bands of the 60's and 70's yet it doesnt sound old."
- Your Local Note
With guitars, pianos, organs and horns all featured throughout the album, the bands sonic palette allows for some great instrumental improvisation. Just dont call them a jam band.
- Justin Pope - Trenton Times
"The [Ancients] have a great Blues Rock sound in the tradition of many of the bands that we play on SRrocks.com. I know I can be real tough on bands with Female vocals but I was very impressed by the unique signature vocals of Brittany Staub. As a band they have a great blend of harmonies. "
- Bernard Overly , SRrocks.com (Mar 10, 2013)
"I first encountered The Late Ancients during a show at the Grape Room, probably about a year ago, and was absolutely blown away. Not only did they have a sound that I quickly fell in love with, but every member of the band was clearly a top-notch individual player. It was also refreshing to see a band with a female lead vocalist, as very few Philadelphia rock bands showcase a female fronted sound."
- Dan Cooper, Root Down In The Shadow (May 20, 2013)
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