Modern Fools with Slim Volume & Rachel Berlin

Prepare for a night of incredible music presented by NH Music Collective:

MODERN FOOLS

Despite their name, there's nothing particularly modern or foolish about the songs of this New Hampshire foursome. Unless you count devising their name by trying to fit letters into the Waffle House logo. Since that fateful, syrup-soaked morning, they've been refining a sound best described as "seriously retro, cosmic Americana", with songs that meld together the country rock of Gram Parsons with the song-craft and harmonies of Dr. Dog.

The group's members have been making music together for between 1 and 16 years, depending on which combination you pick... But as Modern Fools, this iteration took shape in 2019, and has continued to hone in on their particular brand of dream country, while opening for the likes of Steve Earle, Charlie Parr, Ryan Montbleau and Bonnie “Prince” Billy.

Their 2020 debut album SEER was a search for meaning; after suffering a serious car accident and the end of a long-term relationship, lead singer and songwriter Josh Blair transformed his personal upheaval into nine songs that fused cosmic Americana influences with his own unique voice.

The band's sophomore release, Strange Offering (May 2023), covers familiar sonic territory with a newfound optimism; like SEER, it was recorded in Blair’s New Hampshire studio and mixed by Seattle-based engineer Kevin Suggs (KEXP). While the albums have a kindred style, the substance has evolved to reflect the band’s growth together. Strange Offering presents melancholic themes of loss and existential dread in an oddly upbeat and comforting manner.

It's clear that their listening tastes look backward with reverence, but there's a new confidence in Modern Fools that is ready for what tomorrow may bring.

Josh Blair - Guitar/Vocals

Justin Gregory - Drums/Vocals

Jonathan Braught - Guitar/Vocals

Ian Galipeau - Bass/Vocals

Nick Hayes - Keys

Links:

www.modernfoolsmusic.com

www.facebook.com/modernfools

www.instagram.com/modernfoolsmusic

www.youtube.com/@modernfools

SLIM VOLUME

INSTAGRAM: @slim_volume

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089062434880

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@slim_volume

WEBSITE: https://slimvolumeband.com/

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2EmnZaeLhQQTtUHcaMQSuj?si=HRymuNd5S8K4Pq2mWkyIQg

RACHEL BERLIN

Rachel Berlin is a singer-songwriter born and raised in Concord, NH. Influenced by the legends of Laurel Canyon and the greats of the Grand Ole Opry, Rachel has developed her unique sound as a blossoming songwriter. She blends Joni Mitchell-type tunings and birdlike melodies with a classic outlaw country sound. Her songs are inspired by common encounters in her life and lay her soul bare to all who may listen. Rachel has performed across the state including but not limited to the Bank of NH Stage, Concord Market Days Festival, Pembroke City Limits, The Hen House, and an array of various living rooms. 

Instagram: @Rache1berlin

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.pauley.965/

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@rachelberlin5894