GANDALF MURPHY & THE SLAMBOVIAN CIRCUS OF DREAMS: A Night At The Puppet House

Gandalf Murphy & The Slambovian Circus of Dreams

A Night At The Puppet House

© 2005 Slambovian Music (798398000428)

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An electric evening of fun amongst the puppets includes much loved Circus favorites and a few rarities. Drawing primarily from the "Flapjacks" album, "A Night At The Puppet House" is spooky good. Included is a great performance of " The Yodel Song".

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In 1998 The Circus emerged from the misty hills of Sleepy Hollow, New York and exploded upon the Hudson Valley music scene with their stunning self-produced debut release, "A Good Thief Tips His Hat". The quirky quartet then began touring throughout the northeast and rapidly developed a fiercely loyal, all-ages following. Featured recently in Relix Magazine, the New York Times and on the CBS hit show, Joan of Arcadia, the band's charismatic live performances and whimsical blend of folk, rock, hillbilly and pop have simply captivated audiences and critics alike.
Their much celebrated new release "Flapjacks from the Sky" has garnered high praise from music writers, sparked generous activity at radio, and continues to invoke wave after wave of enthusiastic response from music fans world-wide. The music of Slambovia has been described as "Hillbilly-Floyd, folk-pop", "alt-country roots-rock, and "surreal Americana". Yet as earthy as their music seems, The Circus has a spiritual side - "Talkin' to the Buddha," "Call to the Mystic," "Living with God," "Flapjacks from the Sky". Dancing freely between existing religious and philosophical mythologies, their music is not only uplifting and empowering but fun, a lot of fun. As Woody Guthrie said: "It's not enough for a song to be good, it must be good for something." Gandalf Murphy and The Slambovian Circus of Dreams ... Their music can "Heal what ails ya!
"Gandalf Murphy's repertory is filled with lively songs that are imbued with mystical stirrings and idealism suggestive of the 1960's." - The New York Times
"The Slambovians cast a wide net... (their) music seems to energize anyone who hears it." - Relix Magazine
"Onstage they create an enchanting atmosphere, a tasty recipe combining musical ability and finesse with charismatic personalities." - Taconic Weekend
"Don't say I didn't warn because with a charisma bordering on cultish, the Slambovians will lure you in and they will become your new favorite band." - KyndMusic
"They're not just a band. That's something like saying the Bible is just a book." - Westchester County Weekly
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  • This totally rocks, you guys are amazing thanxs for everything
    author: Athena

    This cd really gave me what I was looking for, thanks so much, I loved it.

  • Awesome they are the best!! We love them!!!!
    author: Sal & GinaD

    Awesome performers. They are the greatest band. We love them!!! Can't wait for the new album.

  • Really like the unique & diverse sound
    author: Tommy DeLisle

    Saw them in Tampa at The Tropical Heat Wave. Sound mix was distorted at first but came around. Show was entertaining. They played the same songs off of the Puppet House CD so I had to have it. Very unique sound & liked the crowd interaction.

  • An absolute must have!
    author: Mark Stein

    Not many bands are better live than in the studio but this one is.

  • Can't Decide, But I Think it's a Good Thing
    author: Rachel Kissinger

    Hmmm...I really like the collection of songs on this CD. There's a bit of diversity in the style and tempo of songs, so it's not just the same damn thing over and over again. Love the song I WISH...you know the road to hell is paved with good intentions, so they say.

  • A must listen
    author: JIMBO

    If you have or have never seen "The Circus" live, you will want this CD. It showcases the band at is best....LIVE! You will hang on for every track, just to find out what happens next! To the bands credit they are an origional & their music can not easily be labeled or limited. They will try anything and even the casual listner will soon find themselves hooked!

  • Album has everything you could ever ask for.
    author: Doug

    Gandalf Murphy’s voice is soothing but sophisticated, just like his music. Every song is multi-layered with beautiful instrumentation throughout. He literally can make you slam the steering wheel of your car drumming wildly one minute, then make you stare into oblivion the next. Truly amazing.

  • Almost better than being there!!!
    author: Bill & Vickie

    Was there for this performance and this is about as close as you can get to the Circus experience!!! Awesome CD!!!

  • Sweet tunes!
    author: Mena

    This cd is the sweetest music I have heard in some time. It takes you away to where you need to be and leaves you feeling blessed to have been able to go there! Keep it coming, I need to go on that trip again!

  • almost as good as being there!!
    author: mary

    Hear the full range of the Circus! Good intentions, free souls, sing-alongs and the absolute best "Yodel" song!! Turns my commute into a release!

  • I feel like I am at a live show!
    author: Hudson Valley fan

    Terrific CD, just the band and the way it feels to be there listening to them live. Good recording and like the banter they included as well. I smile every time I listen to it and sing along to it all.

  • Just like being there!
    author: MFT Maria

    Listening to this CD is just like being at one of their concerts. Unfortunately, I live too far to attend most of the concerts, so I found it comforting to hear their voices and closed my eves and pretended to be there. I love them and I love their sound. Well worth the money!

  • A taste of the live shows
    author: Lenore Hammers

    One of the endearing traits of the Circus is their on-stage magic: part gurus, part friends in from town. This CD gives you a taste of that live show feel. Plus, if you've been dying to learn to yodel, this is your chance! A great live album, and the chance to hear your favorite songs in a fresh way.

  • The Circus takes you places you need to go...
    author: Debbie (RavenSky) Swift

    What a delima. I have a 6 CD changer in my car and thanks to this being a double album I now have one too many Gandalf Murphy CDs! I need to rotate them! A happy delima fer sure ;-) Keep them coming! This is an intimate double live album that I bought at Falcon Ridge Folk Festival. Awesome CD and you learn how to yodel...what more could you ask! Buy all their CDs today, you won't be sorry!

  • Absolute must listen for all circus members, no everyone.
    author: Philly Fan

    This CD really captures THE CIRCUS live. It is a short trip to feeling like you are there in person being taken on a ride to that mystical land of Slambovia...it is a HAPPY PLACE.

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