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Russ Thompson

Rank #7 Raleigh, NC Singer Songwriter / Folk / Rock n Roll

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Members: Russ Thompson-Guitar and Vocals, Q Jones-Congas, Lindsey Tims Guitar/Fiddle

Sounds Like: Dave Matthews Band, Bob Dylan, Sublime, Steve Earle, Tom Waits

Bio: Russ Thompson is a solo artist from Raleigh,NC. Russ' sound is comparable to folk/rock. His raspy, soul driven, voice carries with it a strong blues feel; and the passion with which he plays provides all who listen with a vividly painted picture of the emotion that goes along with the lyrics. ... See Full Bio

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Going to do some busking on the streets of Artsplosure today listen for me in City Market somewhere and follow the music...

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“Russ Thompson “Acoustic” Born in Mississippi, Russ Thompson has been a “southern boy” most of his life. And for 18 of his 27 years, he has called Raleigh home. I like this album. Funny thing is, I don’t really like Dave Matthews (send hate mail to Dave Rose at Deep South), and I can certainly hear the Matthews influence here. Acoustic albums, while easier to record, have a more difficult time conveying a sense of complete gratification to the listener because of the simple musical style. But with this record, I almost find it difficult to imagine these songs performed any other way than with Thompson’s full rich voice and an acoustic guitar that has absolutely amazing tonality in these recordings. Acoustic guitar players take note: THIS is the way an acoustic guitar should sound. “Stormy Boy” is the standout track on the record. Ben Harper fans take notice, you’ll like Russ Thompson, and specifically this track. Thompson is currently booked weekly at several bars and”

— Dave Rose, Raleigh Downtowner

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Trying to be heard
Sep 15, 2009
I know this is not much of a BLOG, but I am not much for writing on the internet... [more]

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Play "Fists of Change"

Fists of Change

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Leaving

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Play "Stereo feat Mic Savvy"

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Stormy Boy

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May 18

SULLIVAN'S STEAKHOUSE
RALEIGH, NC, US | 7:00pm
SULLIVAN'S STEAKHOUSE
RALEIGH, NC, US
Sat May 18 7:00pm
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May 21

Renaissance Raleigh Nor…
Raleigh, NC, US | 8:00pm
Renaissance Raleigh North H...
Raleigh, NC, US
Tue May 21 8:00pm
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May 23

Ruckus Pizza Pasta & Sp…
Cary, NC, US | 8:00pm
Ruckus Pizza Pasta & Spirits
Cary, NC, US
Thu May 23 8:00pm
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May 24

Tra'Li Irish Pub
Raleigh, NC, US | 10:00pm
Tra'Li Irish Pub
Raleigh, NC, US
Fri May 24 10:00pm
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May 25

McKinley's Restaurant &…
Clayton, NC, US | 12:00pm
McKinley's Restaurant & Pub
Clayton, NC, US
Sat May 25 12:00pm

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Chris Thompson
Keep up the good work Russ!! Diggin the music bro. (My CAPTCHA code to post the comment was "Lionel Richie"..... haha)
The Stone Chiefs
Rock on, Russ. The tunes sound good. Thanks for dropping a line. Maybe we can gig together one of these days.
Sharon Berry-Vivian
Great music. Would love to feature you on WSHA's Sound Check program-- we spotlight local artists. Let me know if you're interested. Sharon