The Hopeful Romantics

Rank #17 Martinez, CA Americana / Folk / Roots Music

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Members: Hope Savage-Danny White-Brian Walker-Brian Wilson- Bruce Campbell-Julia McLeod

Sounds Like: Cowboy Junkies, Crooked Still, Jerry Garcia, Gillian Welch, The Duhks

Bio: The Hopeful Romantics formed in 2009; a bunch of friends that just can’t help but play what doesn’t get played on the radio. Paying no attention to a particular style, their own award-winning Americana sound has emerged blending roots, country, folk and rock....sometimes dark and swampy, sometim... See Full Bio

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The Hopeful Romantics has a show on 02/23/2013 at 08:00 PM @ Roxx ... in Martinez, CA http://www.reverbnation.com/c./poni/179428424 #concert

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“Many country musicians find inspiration in pathos. The Hopeful Romantics go one step further, telling stories of tempestuous relationships, addiction, and death in such sordid and hard-boiled detail that they could almost be crime reporters for a small-town newspaper. The characters in this album fail drug tests, fall in love, get jilted, break up, thump Bibles, and die young. The songs are old-timey and melodic, enhanced by Hope Savage's pliant female tenor. (self-released)”

— Rachel Swan-Local Licks Columnist, East Bay Express

“String band, the Hopeful Romantics have one foot in the past, singing sweet country harmonies with a bit of a twang, but they give their classic Americana a modern feel by taking inspiration also from such innovative alt-country songwriters like Gillian Welch and Neko Case. This five-piece ensemble mix it up with guitars, a mandolin, fiddle and an upright bass, telling little stories in song format, like they did in the good old days. It's authentic, yet it's glaringly obvious these are some city slickers, which isn't a bad thing. It gives their music a freshness, rather than sounding like an old timey tribute band. - Aaron Carnes sanjose.com”

— Aaron Carnes, http://www.sfstation.com

"The Hopeful Romantics are a Martinez, California-based Americana outfit, about as grounded in musical devotion as one could possibly be while dividing their attentions between thematic issues as diverse as religious conversion, death, loneliness, love, and murder. They are like the Arcade Fire of Americana Sundays at the popular venue Armando's in Martinez, an irreverent blast of satirical wit and wood music excellence fueled by a set of character-laden voices that gift the whole enterprise with lift well above what one could possibly imagine. The Hopeful Romantics are a real delight, a great find for the "pure" music lovers among us. No artifice at all here, just thoughtful, humorous, and wonderfully-executed original music. Testimony to their range and excellence is that I couldn't decide which of their videos to feature, each successive review of alternatives yielding wonders exceeding those of the previous offerings, all of which are great."

— RAR, RARWRITER.com

“The local Martinez band, The Hopeful Romantics (‘Tics), is keeping this traditional (FOLK) music alive. With the release of their second CD, Callin’ Your Name, the ‘Tics have put together thirteen clever and tuneful songs. The album opens with a heart-wrenching ballad on the demise of a teenage drug addicted girl named “Angelina.” The haunting pedal steel guitar in the background only adds to this extremely sad song. Then there is the interstellar man “Jesus of Roswell,” a cheery tune about an alien encounter and taking us to the Promised Land. These two songs represent some of the ‘Tics most effective songwriting, from bleak to laugh-out-loud funny! My favorite song of the album is “Invite the Last Tear.” The sincerity of Hope Savage’s vocals on this song, about the end of a relationship, is raw and passionate. What a combination of great vocals, superb musicianship and wonderful songwriting! I highly recommend this collection of songs of social consciousness”

— PAUL COTRUVO, Community Focus

"Invite The Last Tear". This song is a beautiful illustration of what its like when a couple comes to the end of a long relationship. When you've known and loved someone for so long its not easy to move on without shedding some final tears of sadness. The songwriting and music production are great and the vocal performance is marvelous. The lead singer's voice really pulls at your heartstrings and you can feel the pain in the songwriter's message. I love this song! Other great songs by THR include: Could Be Thursday, Johnny Lee Miller, and Come Home. These tracks in particular, really stood out to me because I could relate to the message being conveyed in these songs. An awesome album that I believe Americana and Folk music fans will enjoy. As a band, The Hopeful Romantics are like a slice of pumpkin pie and a hot cup of Starbucks coffee -- the perfect blend of sugar, spice and warmth. Don't miss out on this amazing band...go visit their website now!

— Senseitional, IAE (I am entertainment) Magazine

“Pete Wilson's Annual Show "The Best Music You've Never Heard" KGO Radio host RON OWENS and San Jose Mercury News Music Critic BRAD KAVA review "Invite The Last Tear" which made 7th of over 150 submittals. Written by Hope Savage and Danny White, Here is what they had to say: "Wow, Tracy Chapman!" "Unreal" "Got that Natalie Merchant kind of feel. Serious, mature" "That's phenomenal!" "This is great stuff!"”

— Brad Kava, KGO Radio

"Love the real musicians! You guys are great. Really enjoy their music!" Kellie Fuller * Kellie in the Morning Show

— Kellie Fuller, KVYN Radio 99.3 Napa, CA

“Hope Savage and Danny White's song "Invite the Last Tear" is selected as a finalist in the folk category, 12th Annual Great American Song Contest GASC FINALISTS / 2010 Review: "THERE IS SOME REAL TALENT BEHIND THIS SONG AND THE HOOK IS EXCELLENT! (A "10"). The laid-back, melancholy vibe is quite fitting for the sad and trying theme as well. This is strong enough to be passed along to the finalist tier of judging. Keep up the good work and good luck with your music. The number of songs selected from the 12th Annual Great American Song Contest exceeded any previous year, according to GASC Judges, who reviewed entries from over 1600 songwriters in 45 countries. ”

— Music Industry Professional, Great American Song Contest

“Interview done for Vallejo Public Access Television”

— Liza Marie Sparks, Behind the 8th Note - Interview with The Hopeful Romantics

“Another Stand out track, "Johnnie Lee Miller," opens with a simple yet powerful guitar lick that immediately grabs your attention, followed with a mandolin and pedal steel counter punch that is joined by a haunting harmonica before the first words are even sung. In my opinion this is really the most narrative song of the collection, a tale of abuse and murder – that musically grabs you before you even realize the subject matter – it's just so damn catchy. The story is laid out before you and it also features harmony vocals that at times reminded me of Sandy Denny's work on Led Zeppelins 4th release - obviously this is a personal favorite on this collection. ”

— Chris Bryant, martinez.patch.com

“We speak today of the Hopeful Romantics, a group of musicians formed about a year ago around the rallying cry of Americana music, a mongrel hybrid of bluegrass, country, Appalachian, back porch, Grateful Dead-tinged hippie folk, with subtle dabbles of rock and roll at the creamy center, though you have to listen closely to hear that. ”

— Jim Caroompas, Caroompas Room

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ROXX on Main
Sep 17, 2011
Hopeful Romantics will be playing at ROXX on Main September 24 at 6:00pm. Join ... [more]

Coming Up!
Jun 23, 2011
Listen in on KVYN 99.3 FM (KVON 1440 AM) in Napa on the early KELLIE IN THE MORN... [more]

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The Hopeful Romantics "Lay Me Down" LIVE @ Armando's

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Feb 23

Roxx on Main
Martinez, CA, US | 8:00pm
Roxx on Main
Martinez, CA, US
Sat Feb 23 8:00pm
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Family friendly restaurant serving small plates, fine wine and beer, house-made desserts. Join the whole crew of the Hopeful Romantics in their final show before Hope leaves town!
2012
Nov 11

Armando's
Martinez, CA, US | 3:00pm
Armando's
Martinez, CA, US
Sun Nov 11, 2012 3:00pm
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Americana Sunday
2012
Nov 3

Art House Gallery
berkeley, CALIF, US | 7:30pm
Art House Gallery
berkeley, CALIF, US
Sat Nov 03, 2012 7:30pm
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2012
Oct 20

Roxx on Main
Martinez, CA, US | 7:00pm
Roxx on Main
Martinez, CA, US
Sat Oct 20, 2012 7:00pm
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Indoor and outdoor seating. Small plates, beer and wine and Hopeful Romantics. What more can you ask for ?
2012
Oct 13

Live On Tap! - Downtown…
Pittsburg, CA, US | 9:00pm
Live On Tap! - Downtown P...
Pittsburg, CA, US
Sat Oct 13, 2012 9:00pm
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Rosana Alves
Hi ... Great sounds here! \o/ All the best for you and your songs! Xoo from Brazil
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Stopping by to show some love!
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Great tunes!
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Stopping by to Show some Love and Support. And Listen to Some of Your Awesome Music! Wishing You Success with Your Music.
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Music......I like your music! Enjoy your musical journey. Cal.
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Q: To Hopeful Romanics: When will you be bringing your musical talent to Prescott Valley ? You could perform at Tims Toyota center or various other nite clubs we would love to see you !! Your White Fans

A: We would love to perform in Prescott Valley. Tell everyone you know about us and maybe we can get booked into your beautiful town.

Asked by anonymous. Answered on Sat Aug 18 2012

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