The Freddie Long Band
Over the past few years The Freddie Long Band, described as a “t-shirt and jeans blend of pop, rock, soul, and honesty,” has come a long way, cultivating its local roots into an act recognized throughout the East Coast. Since its inception, the group that calls rural Frederick County, MD home has garnered music awards, opening slots for major national acts, a corporate promotional partnership, and has played hundreds of shows.
Their story began as such: Fresh out of Lebanon Valley College and looking to continue his career in music with a larger live arrangement, songwriter/performer Freddie Long began to audition musicians for a full band, finding some of the most talented players in his area. Long and the other members had found something special--they were already gigging at popular clubs and festivals and receiving many positive responses within the first few weeks of playing together.
The group has been turning heads and ears ever since, charming listeners across the Mid-Atlantic with their catchy and introspective music. Along their busy touring schedule, The FLB has performed on commercial TV and radio, garnered a major corporate promotional partnership, and has shared stages with many popular regional and national acts including Jo Dee Messina, Edwin McCain, Blue Oyster Cult, Orleans, Jimmie‘s Chicken Shack and Scott Ambush (of Grammy-nominated group Spyro Gyra), among others. Their 2007 debut independent album, entitled ‘Strangers and Friends,’ has been praised by critics and fans alike and has received positive reviews in both print and online industry publications. The album won Indie-Music.com's Top 25 releases of 2007 award, as well as Indie-Music.com's Top 25 MP3s of 2007 award for the song 'Blanket'. The Freddie Long Band was also nominated for three 2007 Washington Area Music Awards (Wammies).
Currently, the group is supporting its newest release, 'Shotgun With The Devil,' an anticipated 17-track collection of new material that was released in August 2009. The new album features soulful influences and expanded arrangements, and the band has begun performing many shows with a full horn section to showcase the new material.
In a very short time The Freddie Long Band has made an undeniable impression up and down the East Coast. Now comprised of vocalist/pianist/guitarist Freddie Long, drummer Mike Ball, bassist Edmund Allan Brown, saxophone player Scott Benford, and original lead guitarist Christopher Bell, The Freddie Long Band looks forward to sharing their new album and creating more of the memorable performances that have helped them earn new listeners and solidify their place in today's vast musical landscape.
Show Schedule
| Friday, November 20, 2009 |
The Mt. Airy Tavern |
Mt. Airy, MD |
| 9:30pm - *Acoustic Duo w/ Chris Bell* (Call venue for age restrictions.)
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| Saturday, November 21, 2009 |
8X10 |
Baltimore, MD |
| 8:30pm - *Full Band* (All ages)
The FLB will be opening for Hoots and Hellmouth. Tickets can be bought at the door or in advance by calling 410-625-2000 or by visiting Ticketmaster.
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| Monday, November 23, 2009 |
Brewer's Alley |
Frederick, MD |
| 7:30pm - *Solo Acoustic* (All ages)
Songwriter's Association of Washington showcase. I will be performing a short set of a few songs along with several other talented writers from the area.
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| Saturday, November 28, 2009 |
Uno Chicago Grill |
Reston, VA |
| 9:30pm - *Solo Acoustic* (Call venue for age restrictions)
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| Tuesday, December 01, 2009 |
Southside 815 |
Alexandira, VA |
| 9:30pm - *Solo Acoustic* (Call venue for age restrictions)
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| Thursday, December 03, 2009 |
James Hoban's |
Washington, DC |
| 10pm - *Solo Acoustic* (Call venue for age restrictions)
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| Friday, December 04, 2009 |
Bentz Street Sports Bar |
Frederick, MD |
| Show starts @ 9:30 pm. This local band is from Frederick County and plays a blend of pop, rock and soul. A show not to be missed.
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| Saturday, December 05, 2009 |
Flinchy's |
Camp Hill, PA |
| 10pm - *Full Band* (Call venue for age restrictions.)
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| Wednesday, December 16, 2009 |
Flinchy's |
Camp Hill, PA |
| 8pm - *Solo Acoustic* (Call venue for age restrictions)
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| Friday, December 18, 2009 |
Charles Town Races & Slots |
Charles Town, WV |
| 9pm - *Full Band* (18+)
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| Monday, December 21, 2009 |
Jammin' Java |
Vienna, VA |
| 7pm - *Solo Acoustic* (All ages)
SAW Songwriter Showcase. I will be playing a short, 4-song set along with several other great writers from the area.
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| Wednesday, December 23, 2009 |
Il Forno |
Frederick, MD |
| 10pm - *Solo Acoustic* (Call venue for age restrictions)
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| Thursday, December 31, 2009 |
Zodiac Bar and Grill |
Hagerstown, MD |
| Ring in 2010 with the Freddie Long Band!
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| Thursday, December 31, 2009 |
Hagerstown Hotel and Convention Center |
Hagerstown , MD |
| 7pm - *Full Band* (All ages)
New Year's Eve Party at the Hagerstown Hotel and Convention Center! Details and ticket information to be announced soon...
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Coconut Charlies
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Dale's Place
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Driftwood Inn
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Fatboys Country Store
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Fish Head Cantina
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Golden Sports Bar & Grill
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Greenmount Station
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Hightopps Backstage Grille
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Julianna's Bar & Grill
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Loafers Lounge
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Looney's Pub North
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Looney's Pub South
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Magooby's Joke House
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McAvoy's
Parkville, MD
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Nottingham's
Columbia, MD
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Ott House Pub
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Padonia Station
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Purple Moose Saloon
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Rams Head Roadhouse
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Rams Head Shore House
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Annapolis, MD
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Rams Head Tavern at Savage Mill
Savage, MD
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Rockabillys
Middle River, MD
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Sonoma's Bar and Grille
Columbia, MD
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Stage 35 Main Street
Reisterstown, MD
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Sylvester's Saloon
Essex, MD
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Taneytown Tavern
Taneytown, MD
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The Ferndale Tavern
Ferndale, MD
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The Shamrock Inn
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Wild Duck Cafe
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Maryland Party
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