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Get ready for Dave Matthews Band meets Jars of Clay on this exciting audio-ride through real life experiences. With their eclectic blend of instruments, energetic stage presence and heartfelt lyrics; Rufus Tree is designed to "rock with a purpose".
Genre: Rock: Modern Rock
Release Date: 2001
Rufus Tree
Rufus Tree
Record Label: Rufus Tree
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1. Angels 3:52 + MP3 $0.99
2. Remember My Chains 4:03 + MP3 $0.99
3. Falling Down 3:27 + MP3 $0.99
4. No One Besides You 5:03 + MP3 $0.99
5. Simon 5:04 + MP3 $0.99
6. Anything 3:35 + MP3 $0.99
7. Follow 3:56 + MP3 $0.99
8. Up to You 4:21 + MP3 $0.99
9. Still Waters 4:28 + MP3 $0.99
10. If I Know You 3:42 + MP3 $0.99
11. Smackin' 3:23 + MP3 $0.99
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Album Notes

Our upbeat rhythms and blend of unique instruments have led us to be compared to the likes of Jars of Clay, Lifehouse, and Dave Matthews Band. "You guys are going to go places!" said Carolee Riba, an Account Manager for WZSF-FM (106.7 the Fish) at a December blood drive in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

We have released a self-titled album, which was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee during the summer of 2001. Russ Long was the engineer who worked with us on the project. Other artists that Russ has worked with include: Sixpence None the Richer, DC Talk, and Newsboys. Michael Aukofer was the producer for the album. Michael has also worked with Alathea, Ryan Long, and Beggarman. We are in the process of putting together a second album which should be completed this fall (2004).


We are constantly growing and working to improve our music, stage presence and overall effectiveness. Many ideas that we've put into practice we've learned from more experienced artists. Since Rufus Tree's inception in 1998, we've had the privilege of opening for Derek Webb of Caedman's Call, The Normals, Satellite Soul, Mitch McVicker, Bill Mallonee of Vigilantes of Love, and Sonicflood. We've also played at Lifest 2003 (www.lifest.com) and at two Chicago Rush football games.


The media in Chicago and its surrounding areas has begun to take notice of our growing popularity. The Chicago radio stations 104.7 WCFL and 106.7 WZSF have interviewed us on the air while helping to promote our music. In addition, the Fox Valley Daily Herald featured us in a full-page spread entitled "Playing on Faith" during June of 2002.


Through the use of uncommon instruments such as the accordion, mandolin, and hammer dulcimer added to the standard guitar, bass and percussion norm, we've managed to create our own sound and spark interest in places that we never thought were possible.



"...and the joy of knowing Christ because there's no greater wealth."
-Rufus Tree

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REVIEWS

like apple pie tides in high grass blowing beauty all over
author: tyler
                            
by far has to be one of the best albums i own. i am friends with these guys and they lift me up when i am feeling so far away from god! god blessed these guys with an amazing talent!thankyou twt
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We love Rufus TREE!
author: CUMC YG
                            
We love Rufus Tree, and having heard them live 3+ times...They rock! Gotta love this CD...Listen to ANGELS!
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The greatest Band EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love you guys YOU ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
author: Kellie Dietrich
                            
The cd was perfect, there was a lot of great moments and great songs where you could just here where they put there heart and soul in to making the cd and singing the songs it was great and so were they. YOU GUYS ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND YOUR AMAZING AND AWSOME I MISS YOU GUYS COME BACK SOON LOVE, Kellie Dietrich
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Awesome music, the sweetest bunch of guys u'll ever see
author: Megan Mueller
                            
This Cd is awesome, its original, not like other music. The dulcimer and harmonica really give it a great sound. Simon is the most amazing song!
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