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Tripp

- Carrboro, NC Rock / Powerpop / Alternative

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Members: Alex Wilkins- vocals, guitar, Alex Van Gils-bass, Paul Fisher-drums, Charles Cleaver-keys

Sounds Like: Fountains Of Wayne, Matthew Sweet, Ben Folds Five

Bio: Voted 'Favorite Local Band' - the Daily Tar Heel, Spring 2010!

For the members of Chapel Hill, NC band Tripp, recording their new album "We Are Happy Here" was, simply put, complicated. Songs like "Don't Change" and "Now & Never" would make one think the whole process was effortless, with its l... See Full Bio

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: Catch singer Alex Wilkins @awilkinsmusic at @TheCaveNC TONIGHT w/ @ClockworkKids 10pm FREE

Press

“While these are classic pop songs in the vein of Costello and Chilton, hints of folk rock and '90s alternative seep in, keeping things interesting throughout.”

— Jeremy Franklin, WLUR FM

“(On 'We Are Happy Here') the band earns attention, though, for the insistent effervescence of Wilkins' songwriting. His is a purer brand of pop than the indie realm tends to traverse... Wilkins has no interest in hiding behind sonic overload or trickery, putting the vocals up-front and pointedly singing with clarity. His bandmates—keyboardist Charles Cleaver, drummer Paul Fisher and bassist Alex Van Gils—flesh out his mostly romantic paeans with engaging melodicism and upbeat tempos, crafting radio-friendly fare for a post-radio age.”

— Peter Blackstock, Independent Weekly

“Led by Wilkins' affable, everyman tone and Swaso's six-string electricity, Tripp writes sharp, radio-ready themes, capable of swooping wide as breezily romantic pop or charging fast as open-road anthems. In both cases, expect a perfect springtime sentiment.”

— Grayson Currin, Independent Weekly

“Sharp guitar solos blend with Alex Wilkins' laid-back vocals. A lack of ballads leaves emotion that might normally be somber with an optimistically upbeat presentation, making even the most heartbreaking relationship situation seem light.”

— Melissa Brown, Daily Tar Heel

"Wilkins' infatuations proffer magnetic infatuations of their own, and his backing band—guitarist Hugh Swaso, drummer Paul Fisher and bassist Alex Van Gils—pushes those hooks deep with a crisp rock flair."

— Grayson Currin, Independent Weekly

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Don't Change

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Calling to Let You …

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Now & Never

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You'll Come Around

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Taste

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2012
Nov 30

Slim's Downtown
Raleigh, NC, US | 8:00pm
Slim's Downtown
Raleigh, NC, US
Fri Nov 30, 2012 8:00pm
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2012
Nov 16

Cat's Cradle
Carrboro, NC, US | 8:00pm
Cat's Cradle
Carrboro, NC, US
Fri Nov 16, 2012 8:00pm
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George Harrison Tribute "Handle With Care" patterned after "The Concert for George", a benefit for the SECU Family House in Chapel Hill. More acts to be confirmed shortly. Core bands (with guests) include Tripp, Jeff Hart & The Ruins, Virgins, Morning Brigade and Pinkerton Raid.
2012
Nov 10

Motorco Music Hall
Durham, NC, US | 6:00pm
Motorco Music Hall
Durham, NC, US
Sat Nov 10, 2012 6:00pm
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Food Truck Mash-Up
2012
Sep 27

Tir Na Nog Irish Pub
Raleigh, NC, US | 8:00pm
Tir Na Nog Irish Pub
Raleigh, NC, US
Thu Sep 27, 2012 8:00pm
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For Local Band, Local Beer w/ the Spacemen
2012
Sep 17

Local 506
Chapel Hill, NC, US | 8:00pm
Local 506
Chapel Hill, NC, US
Mon Sep 17, 2012 8:00pm
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Christopher West
Hey what's up? I just wanted to let you know I'm doing marketing for Artists, DJs, and producers. If you or anyone you know needs exposure let me know!
AnneMargaret
Alex and Tripp - We have enjoyed your music at our past holiday gatherings and are hoping you might be available this year also. Tentatively Dec. 6 at NHCCC. Triangle SAF
JustDave
Love the songs guys
TJ Johnson
Love it Guys... Great music and the recording quality is outstanding! Thanks for sharing your music with the world. TJ
The Tell
Always a pleasure, guys! Great show last night!