Bonnie & the BANG BANG

Rank #64 San Francisco, CA Rock / Blues / Grunge

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Members: Patrick James Stiles - Joe Warren - Jake Dineen - Robby Cronholm - Jonathan Kepke

Label: Indie

Manager: Independent

Bio: Bonnie & the BANG BANG is predicated on writing grooving, hypnotic rhythms highlighted by dark, cutting lyrics that entrance the listener in a dreary, dreamy narrative.

Bonnie & the BANG BANG was founded by Patrick James Stiles (vocalist), Jake Dineen (multi-instrumentalist) and Joe Warren (guit... See Full Bio

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“Bonnie & the BANG BANG Kick Off Their Shoes at Dance Parties”

— Katie Kopacz , SF Station

“From the opening chord of Bonnie and the Bang Bang’s debut album, Ode to Darkness, the listener is transported to a campfire in rural America at the turn of the century, where the ghost stories are that much more chilling—because they just might be real. The lo-fi, stark recording adds to the rustic quality, but aside from the obvious Americana influence of the music—the banjo and mandolin help in that regard—the music is infused with a gospel edge, at least in terms of the emotional depth. There is no doubt that Bonnie and the Bang Bang are a part of the indie-folk fusion movement. The bluegrass instrumentation and old timey spiritual sound are tempered with a subtly lush layering. On top of the plucking of each guitar string is the rich tone of the long sustaining keyboard and the eerie, macabre vocal harmonies, creating a dark, gothic-indie folk sound that is like a surreal artifact of a long-forgotten era—something like reading an alternative reality history book.”

— Aaron Carnes, http://activate.metroactive.com

"Bonnie & the BANG BANG are too good to remain only known in the South Bay. They are the real deal. They have a lead singer who sings with a power most can only dream of, and writes lyrics that can manage to be dark, twisted, witty and fun all at the same time. The keyboard player provides some downright catchy and always fitting backing. Joe and Jake provide a perfect one-two punch on guitar, banjo and kick drum. DIY bands sometimes tend to overproduce, probably because of inexperience, as well as recognizing the material they have recorded does not sound very strong. Bonnie & the BANG BANG choose to keep the production sparse, and let the extremely well written and powerful songs stand on their own."

— Ed Maxwell, Local Bay Area Music

“In all, this band is one of a kind, and if you are a lover of alternative-indie bands, they are a MUST listen. ”

— http://www.thelocalmusicscene.org/

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Bonnie & the BANG BANG - "Simple Ships" (Live at Milk Bar)

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Wed
Jun 19

LaSalles
Chico, CA, US | 8:00pm
LaSalles
Chico, CA, US
Wed Jun 19 8:00pm
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Jun 20

Heart and Soul Creations
Sheridan, OR, US | 9:00pm
Heart and Soul Creations
Sheridan, OR, US
Thu Jun 20 9:00pm
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Jun 22

The White Eagle
Portland, OR, US | 6:00pm
The White Eagle
Portland, OR, US
Sat Jun 22 6:00pm
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Jun 23

Tonic Lounge Portland
Portland, OR, US | 8:00pm
Tonic Lounge Portland
Portland, OR, US
Sun Jun 23 8:00pm
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Country Trash blends floor stomping rhythms, blazing guitar leads, and some banjo twang, Country Trash brings a contagious amount of energy to any room. Whether you know the songs by heart, or it's your first time, you'll find yourself singing, drinking, and dancing right along with them.
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Jun 26

Queen Bean
Modesto, CA, US | 7:00pm
Queen Bean
Modesto, CA, US
Wed Jun 26 7:00pm
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Delaney Simpson
So much love for you guys and your music..I see you have a lot of shows posted for up the coast...that's what I'm doing right now. I'll try to find you :-)
Delaney Simpson
So glad you're back from the tour. Hope you had a great time..I know the audience did :-) I'm at the Brainwash tomorrow night. Stop down? Welcome home guys :-)
Delaney Simpson
The video is Awesome, guys! I'm glad you finally explained how you got your name :-) Very cool!
Delaney Simpson
Here enjoying my favorite music and band this morning...as always! "Play Dead" and all the way through...perfection!
Delaney Simpson
3 great reasons for a special weekend...1) Remembering & thanking our troops (2) 75th anniversary of my Golden Gate Bridge (3) Listening to the great music you have here. ...
Delaney Simpson
Of course I'm here...you are at the top of my "Band to be in love with" list. Double plays on everything today (and triples on "Simple Ships")...oh what beautiful notes you ...