Rubber Knife Gang begins tracking sophomore release with Mind Ignition's Robert Fugate

Cincinnati based stringsters The Rubber Knife Gang are working with Mind Ignition's Robert Fugate on their follow up to their 2008 debut "A Rubber Knife Life".

 

StarDevils: Behind The Stove now playing On The MIC

Hi folks,

We recently dug into the vault and pulled out a performance by the StarDevils: "Behind The Stove" at the historic Rabbit Hash General Store in Rabbit Hash, KY for your rockabilly pleasure!

Click Here to watch the whole show (go full screen!)

Click Here to visit the StarDevils Artist Page for individual songs.

In a world that seems to be changing constantly, the Rabbit Hash General Store is a heaping slice of Americana from another... era. A working general store since 1831, the Rabbit Hash General Store is the heart of historic Rabbit Hash, a quaint little Northern Kentucky river-town whose fortunes literally have risen and fallen with the waters of the Ohio River.

The town of Rabbit Hash is perhaps best known for the fact that they elected a dog for their mayor. Not once, but twice! The town was also the central theme of the recent documentary by Jude Gerard Prest called "Rabbit Hash, the Center of the Universe". For more on the history of Rabbit Hash visit the web site at: www.rabbithash.com, or the Rabbit Hash Historical Society at: www.rabbithashusa.com.

Help the people of Haiti by donating to relief organizations

The people of Haiti are in their most important hour of need. If you would like to help by donating then we have provided a few links below to recommended relief organizations.

The Charity Navigator logo is a link to a watch group that has evaluated many relief organizations and provides information about their conduct so that you can be assured your money is going to the right place...

   

We thank all of you for considering to give comfort and help to the people of Haiti.

**Please note that Mind Ignition is not a relief organization and does not accept donations related to the relief effort in Haiti.


 

Send us a donation and we'll send you some STICKERS!!

Hi folks,

We are working hard to bring you free entertainment on the Mind Ignition Channel and will do our best to continually bring you live shows without any sort of subscription fee.

If you enjoy what we do and can spare a buck, please send us a donation. If you leave us your shipping address, then we'll send you some stickers!

All the best to all of you!!

Mind Ignition Channel Version 2.0 is launched

Mind Ignition is delighted to announce the launch of Mind Ignition Channel 2.0!

The site combines features from both of Mind Ignition's former websites. You can now watch all of the video content that was previously found at www.mindignitionchannel.com with full screen capabilities along with the return of Mind Ignition Radio that was previously available at www.mindignition.net.

The new launch also marks the beginning of a new URL address located at www.onthemic.net which we hope is easier for everyone to remember and is certainly easier to type into your browser.

Please stop by and check out the new content and celebrate along with us. We are promising a renewed vigor towards bringing some of the best new music on the planet to your computer screen!

All the Best,
The Mind Ignition Gang

Season Finale of AT&T Reds Concert Series

Hi folks,

As many of you know, the Reds organization has been a staunch supporter of the Cincinnati area music scene by presenting a season filled with some of the best musical talent in the region.

Come celebrate the end of another wonderful season filled with music as the Reds have added two additional dates to the Reds Concert Series on October 2nd and 3rd as the Reds finish off their domination of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Before the games in the Cincinnati Reds Fanzone

2009 Delhi Skirt Game

We are delighted to once again be providing the sound system services for this year's concert with Chuck Brisbin and the Tuna Project at the 2009 Delhi Skirt Game. Last year was a ton of fun and we are expecting the same. It's for a great cause.

Chicago style softball played in drag, Rozzi Fireworks, Post Game Concert. Come join us!!

more info...
     

Big Fun at 2009 Ohio River Way Paddlefest

Shot from the crowd at 2009 Paddlefest...

photo by Bryn Weller

Check out much more info and pictures from this year's Paddlefest at the official Ohio River Way Site...
www.ohioriverway.org/paddlefest

    

Chicken Tractor Deluxe's "Tin Can Holler" added to Mind Ignition Radio

Listen to Mind Ignition Radio right now!

More info about the release of "Tin Can Holler"

Gillette Civil Rights Game a grand success!

The 2009 Major League Baseball Civil Rights Game marked the first time that the game was played during the regular season. Cincinnati was a natural fit to host the game because of the area's rich history involving civil rights. Mind Ignition was once again right in the thick of things hosting the events at Fountain Square downtown as well as being involved in the entire weekend at events around town and at the ballpark. We would like to congratulate the Reds organization on a job well done!

   

Mind Ignition to provide sound system for WNKU stage at 2009 Ohio River Way Paddlefest

Mind Ignition is excited to host the WNKU stage at the 2009 Ohio River Way Paddlefest on June 26th, 2009. Paddlefest is the largest event of its kind in the United States.

Celebrate, promote and protect the beauty of the Ohio River at the 8th Annual Ohio River Way Paddlefest on Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, 2009. Come to Cincinnati to enjoy two days of paddling, education, entertainment, competition and camaraderie.

With your help -- and the support of our many generous corporate, small business and non-profit sponsors -- the Ohio River Way will continue to sponsor events and raise funds to promote the Trail and help paddlers and power boaters alike experience the natural beauty and recreational benefits of the Ohio and its unique network of tributaries in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area.

This is a family-friendly event!

Here's the lineup...
The Tillers
Strawboss
Jake Speed & The Freddies
Rumpke Mountain Boys
Backyard Tire Fire

    

Amy Bailey tells "Her Story"

Yet another project from our good friends up at Brown Dog Studios.

We are very proud to announce the release of Singer/Songwriter and longtime friend, Amy Bailey's debut album "Her Story". Amy has been the backbeat for countless acts from her Ohio roots to Wisconsin, Hawaii, and all points in between. We are delighted that this collection of songs, long thought to be destined only for jams around the bonfire,  were finally layed down with James Gettles up at Brown Dog and brought forth to the people.

The album was mastered by Mind Ignition's Robert Fugate

    

Okay Lindon Releases "Everything In Moderation"

The new album from Dustin Smith (formerly of Goodwen) and friends finds the songwriter looking inward and providing his reflections on adulthood.

The album was mainly recorded by Dustin himself and sent off to renowned producer/recording artist Jason Martin for mixing and mastering purposes and then brought to Mind Ignition's Robert Fugate for some final editing.

Rick "Bam" Powell releases "Eat the Fat, Drink the Sweet"

Rick "Bam" Powell is a longtime Cincinnati music scene veteran that has provided the beat for such acts as Tickled Pink, The Goshorn Brothers, The Bluebirds, and his very own group, Bucket. On any given day you will probably find him on a stage somewhere in the tri-state area offering up some of the highest quality music performed around town.

Powell recently brought a new album worth of recorded material to Mind Ignition's Alex Lusht for mixing and mastering and the result is a fabulous collection of groovy beats and quirky changes called "Eat The Fat, Drink The Sweet". 

"Eat The Fat, Drink The Sweet" is available at...
   

Freekbass releases Junkyard Waltz

Junkyard Waltz is four years in the making for Freekbass and company.  This highly anticipated album serves up funk in a big way brought to you by the Dr. Funkenstein himself, FREEK—–BASS.  The record also includes an array of special guests such as: Bootsy Collins, Bernie Worrell of P-Funk & Talking Heads, Buckethead, Mike Gordon of Phish, Jen Durkin of Rhythm Devils & Deep Banana Blackout, Gary “Mudbone” Cooper of P-Funk, vocals from Bootzilla recording artists Candice Cheatham and D-Jizzle and rap artists B-Czar & Piakhan.  Rounding out the bunch are Freekbass’ go-to guys and touring crew, Chip Wilson on drums and T-Sly on guitar.  And of course, the man behind it all, Freekbass, is on his funky, fresh bass.  - Skopemag.com   read the rest of the review

Freekbass frequented Mind Ignition studios during the recording process working on the project with Mind Ignition's Alex Lusht.  Click here for pictures of Freekbass and Phish's Mike Gordon at Mind Ignition Studios working on Junkyard Waltz.

Get the album at...

     

Mind Ignition slated to host AT&T Reds Concert Series at Great American Ball Park once again in 2009

Hey folks,

Summer is creeping upon us and that means another Cincinnati Reds baseball season is ready to begin. Once again we are proud to be hosting The Cincinnati Reds Concert Series presented by AT&T on the Fanzone stage at Great American Ballpark.

Come enjoy an afternoon or evening at the ballpark and show up early for some of the best musical artists that the region has to offer. The Reds have consistently shown their support for local and regional artists that write original music and those of you that know us also know that we are staunch supporters of the local music scene.

The concert series is starting to become a great local tradition. So come out and support the Reds and support the local and regional artists. It should be another great year.    

April 09
Monday April 6th            NY Mets                     Goshorn Brothers                      11:40am
Friday     April 10th        Pittsburgh Pirates        The G. Burton Story                  5:40pm
Friday     April 24th        Atlanta Braves             Kissing Pat                               5:40pm

May 09
Thursday May 7th          Milwaukee Brewers       Lo Fi                                        5:40pm
Friday May 8th              St. Louis Cardinals        Mike Milligan & Steam Shovel    5:40pm
Saturday May 9th          St. Louis Cardinals        The Newbees                           5:40pm
Friday May 22nd            Cleveland Indians         Freekbass                                5:40pm
Saturday May 23rd        Cleveland Indians         Muckrakers                              5:40pm

June 09
Friday June 5th              Chicago Cubs               Paul Otten                               5:40pm
Saturday June 6th          Chicago Cubs               Goshorn Brothers                     5:40pm
Friday June 19th            Chicago Whitesox          K Drama                                 5:40pm
Saturday June 20th        Chicago Whitesox             *MLB Civil Rights Game At Fountain Square

July 09
Friday July 3rd                St. Louis Cardinals         The Mistics                           5:40pm
Friday July 17th               Milwaukee Brewers       Sonny Moorman Band            5:40pm
Saturday July 18th           Milwaukee Brewers       The Rubber Knife Gang          5:40pm
Wed July 29th                 San Diego Padres          Kinsey Rose                          5:40pm
Friday July 31st               Colorado Rockies           Eclipse                                 5:40pm

August 09
Saturday August 1st        Colorado Rockies           Ark Band                            5:40pm
Friday August 14th          Washington Nationals    Stranger                             5:40pm
Saturday August 15th      Washington Nationals    Kevin Fox Band                    5:40pm
Friday August 28th          Los Angeles Dodgers     Tickled Pink                         5:40pm
Saturday August 29th      Los Angeles Dodgers     Screaming Mimes                5:40pm

Saturday Sept. 19th        Florida Marlins               Tropicoso                           5:40pm

Rubber Knife Gang's "A Rubber Knife Life" added to Mind Ignition Radio

Click Here to listen to Mind Ignition Radio

More Info about "A Rubber Knife Life"

Mind Ignition touring with the American Spiritual Ensemble

Chicken Tractor Deluxe releases "Tin Can Holler"

In December of 2008 Mind Ignition's Alex Lusht packed up a van load of recording gear and headed to a  farmhouse in Aaronsburg, Pennsylvania to record this set of traditionals by the group Chicken Tractor Deluxe. Blizzard conditions couldn't stop the tracks from being layed.

The album was Produced and Engineered by Mind Ignition's Alex Lusht.

For more information about Chicken Tractor Deluxe, please visit their myspace

 

Billy Two Shoes releases sophmore effort "New Shoes"

Another mastering project sent to us from our friends up at Brown Dog Studios. Billy Two shoes follows up their 2008 "Appalachian Memoirs" release with a fresh new batch of songs on "New Shoes". The album was mastered by Mind Ignition's Robert Fugate.

The Billy's have done lots of good with their campaign to help feed people in need in Southeastern Ohio and West Virginia.

Click here to learn more about Billy Two Shoes