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Formed in Sleepy Hollow, New York in the late 90's, Gandalf Murphy & the Slambovian Circus of Dreams is one of the best known and loved bands in their home state, singled out as Hudson Valley Magazine's "Band of the Year" for the past 3 years. On stage they create an enchanting atmosphere, using traditional folk instruments, tasty electric guitar and the distinctive singing and songwriting of Joziah Longo. Citing influences as diverse as Hank Williams, Dylan, Bowie, Incredible String Band and early Pink Floyd, Longo describes the band's music as "punk-classical-hillbilly-Floyd", a mental rollercoaster of whimsical, thought-provoking songs. The Circus' live shows are where the real magic comes down, earning them critical acclaim as well as a fiercly loyal following. Their last studio release, "Flapjacks From The Sky" has been hailed as a masterpiece by many and continues to make a buzz internationally as a great americana work of art. Their new cd, "The Great Unravel" coming spring '08! Official band website: www.slambovia.com. "Gandalf Murphy and The Slambovian Circus Of Dreams have the requisite skill and taste to inspire actual awe in even the most jaded of listeners ...simply one of the finest American bands out there on the road." ALLMUSIC.COM Super And Natural...I love this band! Gene Shay WXPN, Philadelphia "This band is a wonderful surprise - great songs and a whole lotta heart." Meg Griffin, Sirius Radio "Whenever I watch The Circus it reminds me to write and perform with my whole heart and soul." Dar Williams "The Circus reaches back for elements of early American music and makes it rock." Elisa Flynn, Fairfield County Weekly "If somebody forced me to describe the Gandalf sound I would say: It's as if David Bowie recorded 'Hunky Dory´ with the Band in the basement of Big Pink". Reinhard Holstein GLITTERHOUSE RECORDS, Germany "This band is a knock-out!" - The Trumpeter "A riveting, mesmerizing, crazy, amazing machine of music" - Chronogram "Imagine a band that has mixed 25 years of rock and roll with a dash of folk and a pinch of Americana into an enormous caldron over a blazing fire. Stir it all with creativity and season with talent. The result is the sound of a yesterday long forgotten, and a refreshing revival of what made you listen to music in the first place." - Falcon Ridge Folk Festival Review "Gandalf Murphy's repertory is filled with lively songs that are imbued with mystical stirrings and idealism suggestive of the 1960's." - The New York Times "The Slambovians cast a wide net... (their) music seems to energize anyone who hears it." - Relix Magazine "Onstage they create an enchanting atmosphere, a tasty recipe combining musical ability and finesse with charismatic personalities." - Taconic Weekend "Don't say I didn't warn because with a charisma bordering on cultish, the Slambovians will lure you in and they will become your new favorite band." - KyndMusic "They're not just a band. That's something like saying the Bible is just a book." - Westchester County Weekly Instrumentation Joziah Longo - vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica Tink Lloyd - accordion, cello, theremin, piccolo, vocals Sharkey McEwen - guitars, mandolin, bass, vocals Tony Zuzulo - drums, percussion Discography "THE GREAT UNRAVEL" Spring 2008!!! "ANCIENT MURPHY" 2007 "FLAPJACKS FROM THE SKY CONCERT DVD" 2006 "FLAPJACKS FROM THE SKY" 2004 Long awaited, much anticipated studio follow-up to "A Good Thief Tips His Hat", this double album elicited praise from fans, peers and critics alike: "A truly remarkable record. I couldn't believe how good it is. Had they made a single, it would be hailed as a classic." Bruce Warren, PD WXPN FM Philadelphia, PA "Flapjacks... abounds with humor, honesty, goodness and grace." - Chronogram "6 stars out of 5!" - Spider Glenn, WNTI "21 slices of jaw-dropping bliss! Flapjacks brims with hope, goodwill and unsinkable optimism" - Iowa City Press "A sustained moment of revelation. A quest for the real gold, the kind that can't be bought or sold. Life changing... a real masterpiece." - Pete & Maura Kennedy of The Kennedys "A triumphant record project that is bound to become a dynamic contribution to Roots Music." - 5 star album review ***** Roots Music Report "FLAPJACKS FROM THE SKY" is now playing on radio stations throughout the eastern US and nationwide on Sirius and XM Satelite Radio. __________________ "A Night At The Puppet House" 2005 Live performance at Stony Creek, Ct.'s historic Puppet Theater. "FAMILIAR MYSTERIES" (Compilation) 2002 The anthemic "Already Broken" from "Good Thief" is featured on this compilation of independent artists released by The Garland Appeal, a breast cancer prevention charity founded as a tribute to the late Linda McCartney. "LIVE AT THE TOWNE CRIER" 2001 Classic late summer performance captured on double CD. "SUDDENLY IT'S CHRISTMAS" 2001 Holiday single airs nationwide. "A GOOD THIEF TIPS HIS HAT" 1999 "Album of the Year" - Rhythm & News Reader's Poll 2000. "Best Albums of 1999" - Mixx Magazine For more information and music samples from all CDs please visit The Circus at www.slambovia.com