SPOONER TRIO AT FIRST ANNUAL FESTIVAL
5!!!
The Spooner Trio will be performing at the first annual Festival 5
in Port Chester, NY for Cinco De Mayo at Bartaco! Music starts at 3
and will feature several stellar bands and DJ's throughout the day.
The event is FREE! Don't miss the incredible food & drink served by
the fabulous folks at Bartaco.
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Spooner Trio in High Times! Jason & The Band were recently featured by High Times Magazine! Read the article...
All albums now on Pandora! The band is well represented on everyone's favorite internet radio service. Check out The Jason Spooner channel today!
The Flame You Follow is reviewed in the Fall edition of Wood & Steel Magazine; a quarterly publication published by Taylor Guitars. "His songs belie a sharp-tooled craftsmanship on the writing side, yet wash over the listener with fluid finesse..."
Jason was recently featured on the Fishman Acoustic website as "Artist of the Month." Fishman is one of the leading manufacturers of quality acoustic amplification equipment in the world. This is a significant designation and we are very honored with this exciting news!
OPENING FOR B.B. KING IN DURHAM, NC!!!
We are thrilled to announce that The Spooner Trio will be supporting living legend, B.B. King at The Durham Center for the Performing Arts in Durham, NC on June 3.
This is one of the premiere concert venues in the south. Don't miss this spectacular show!
We are thrilled to announce that The Spooner Trio will be supporting living legend, B.B. King at The Durham Center for the Performing Arts in Durham, NC on June 3.
This is one of the premiere concert venues in the south. Don't miss this spectacular show!
HEADED WEST TO JACKSON, WY FOR TARGHEE
FEST!!!
The Spooner Trio is confirmed for the 7th Annual Targhee Fest in Jackson, WY in July along with Little Feat, The Funky Meters, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Sara Bareilles, Grace Potter and The Nocturnals and James McMurtry! Tickets will go fast so make sure to visit the website for additional information. Festival dates are July
The Spooner Trio is confirmed for the 7th Annual Targhee Fest in Jackson, WY in July along with Little Feat, The Funky Meters, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Sara Bareilles, Grace Potter and The Nocturnals and James McMurtry! Tickets will go fast so make sure to visit the website for additional information. Festival dates are July
THE SPOONER TRIO RETURNS TO FLOYDFEST!!!
The Spooner Trio is confirmed for FloydFest 2011 in Floyd, VA - July 28, 29, 30, 31 for their 10th Anniversary "Best Of The Decade" festival. Performers this year include: Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, Taj Mahal, Del McCoury Band The David Grisman Sextet and many more!
The Spooner Trio is confirmed for FloydFest 2011 in Floyd, VA - July 28, 29, 30, 31 for their 10th Anniversary "Best Of The Decade" festival. Performers this year include: Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, Taj Mahal, Del McCoury Band The David Grisman Sextet and many more!
BAND CONFIRMED FOR 4TH ANNUAL
NAUKABOUT FEST!!!
The Spooner Trio is confirmed for the 4th Annual Naukabout Festival on Cape Cod in Falmouth, MA on August 6th! Performers this year include The Ryan Montbleau Band, Zach Deputy, Will Dailey & The Rivals and many more! For full lineup, ticket details and camping information please visit the festival website.
The Spooner Trio is confirmed for the 4th Annual Naukabout Festival on Cape Cod in Falmouth, MA on August 6th! Performers this year include The Ryan Montbleau Band, Zach Deputy, Will Dailey & The Rivals and many more! For full lineup, ticket details and camping information please visit the festival website.
JASON & NEW ALBUM FEATURED IN DOWN
EAST MAGAZINE!!!
Maine's favorite magazine caught up with Jason from a tour stop in Columbus, OH recently & chatted about the band's recent travels as well as Jason's musical influences and the new album. Pick up a copy of Down East today to read the article or visit the publications great website!
Maine's favorite magazine caught up with Jason from a tour stop in Columbus, OH recently & chatted about the band's recent travels as well as Jason's musical influences and the new album. Pick up a copy of Down East today to read the article or visit the publications great website!
JASON FEATURED ON MAINE THINGS
CONSIDERED!!!
Listen to Jason's interview with Maine Public Radio's Keith Shortall on how the band is using what are commonly considered to commercial entities to further their very independent music career. Keith also chats with Jason about the new album and various other subject.
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
Listen to Jason's interview with Maine Public Radio's Keith Shortall on how the band is using what are commonly considered to commercial entities to further their very independent music career. Keith also chats with Jason about the new album and various other subject.
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
SPOONER TRIO OPENS FOR MARTIN SEXTON
AT THE HISTORIC STATE THEATER IN PORTLAND, ME!!!
Jason & band recently opened for the incomparable Martin Sexton at The State Theater in Portland in front of a packed house. The venue is celebrating a rebirth after 5 long years of darkened doors. The newly renovated theater is back and better than ever. Check out a show soon!
Jason & band recently opened for the incomparable Martin Sexton at The State Theater in Portland in front of a packed house. The venue is celebrating a rebirth after 5 long years of darkened doors. The newly renovated theater is back and better than ever. Check out a show soon!
JUST ANNOUCED: 26 DATE FALL TOUR
ACROSS THE WEST WITH THE RYAN MONTBLEAU BAND!!!
Dates include: Pittsburgh, PA - Columbus, OH - Newport, KY - Ann Arbor, MI - Chicago, IL - Madison, WI - Elkhart Lake, WI - Minneapolis, MN - Sioux Falls, SD - Kearney, NE - Denver, CO - Salt Lake City, UT - Boise, ID - Portland, OR - Seattle, WA - Eugene, OR - Arcata, CA - San Francisco, CA - Los Angeles, CA - San Diego, CA - Scottsdale, AZ - Dallas, TX - Austin, TX - Oklahoma City, OK
Dates include: Pittsburgh, PA - Columbus, OH - Newport, KY - Ann Arbor, MI - Chicago, IL - Madison, WI - Elkhart Lake, WI - Minneapolis, MN - Sioux Falls, SD - Kearney, NE - Denver, CO - Salt Lake City, UT - Boise, ID - Portland, OR - Seattle, WA - Eugene, OR - Arcata, CA - San Francisco, CA - Los Angeles, CA - San Diego, CA - Scottsdale, AZ - Dallas, TX - Austin, TX - Oklahoma City, OK
JASON AND THE BAND CONFIRMED FOR
FLOYDFEST 2010 - LEVON HELM, SOULIVE, GRACE POTTER AND OLD CROW
MEDICINE SHOW HEADLINE!!!
Don't miss Jason & the band in the hills of lovely VA for the wonderful annual music celebration known as Floydfest. This year's highlights include: The Levon Helm Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, Grace Potter Galactic Railroad Earth & more...
Don't miss Jason & the band in the hills of lovely VA for the wonderful annual music celebration known as Floydfest. This year's highlights include: The Levon Helm Band, Old Crow Medicine Show, Grace Potter Galactic Railroad Earth & more...
JASON INTERVIEWED BY MUSICIAN'S RADIO
AT THE LOBERO THEATER IN SANTA BARBARA, CA!
Kevin McCormick (long-time bassist for Jackson Browne and producer for Brett Dennen's) caught up with Jason backstage at the Lobero Theater in Santa Barbara for Musician's Radio The series has featured several national artists including David Crosby, Graham Nash, Kathleen Edwards, Patty Griffin and Brett Dennen.
Kevin McCormick (long-time bassist for Jackson Browne and producer for Brett Dennen's) caught up with Jason backstage at the Lobero Theater in Santa Barbara for Musician's Radio The series has featured several national artists including David Crosby, Graham Nash, Kathleen Edwards, Patty Griffin and Brett Dennen.
SPOONER TRIO CONFIRMED FOR FIRST ANNUAL
MACHIGONNE FESTIVAL W. RAY LAMONTAGNE & OTHERS!!!
We could not be more pleased to announce that Jason and the band have been added to the lineup for the first annual Machigonne Festival on the Maine State Pier in Portland, Maine. Lauded national songwriter Ray Lamontagne headlines the event.
We could not be more pleased to announce that Jason and the band have been added to the lineup for the first annual Machigonne Festival on the Maine State Pier in Portland, Maine. Lauded national songwriter Ray Lamontagne headlines the event.
BAND CONFIRMED FOR CT FOLK FEST - AMOS LEE
HEADLINES!
The Connecticut Folk Festival in New Haven, CT has just announced their 2009 lineup. We are pleased to report that Jason and the band will be sharing the stage with Amos Lee, The Professors of Bluegrass, Jazz Folks, Pamela Means, and Martyn Joseph! Tickets, directions and additional information can be found on the festival website. Don't miss what promises to be a night of stellar music!
The Connecticut Folk Festival in New Haven, CT has just announced their 2009 lineup. We are pleased to report that Jason and the band will be sharing the stage with Amos Lee, The Professors of Bluegrass, Jazz Folks, Pamela Means, and Martyn Joseph! Tickets, directions and additional information can be found on the festival website. Don't miss what promises to be a night of stellar music!
OPENING FOR BLUES TRAVELER AT LL BEAN SUMMER
SERIES!!!
L.L. Bean's annual summer concert series has been delivering some of the finest national talent to Maine for several summers. This year's lineup is no exception and we're pleased to announce that Jason & the band will be warming up the stage for blues/rock legends Blues Traveler on Saturday, August 1 at 7:30pm. Don't miss what promises to be a stellar night of FREE music!
L.L. Bean's annual summer concert series has been delivering some of the finest national talent to Maine for several summers. This year's lineup is no exception and we're pleased to announce that Jason & the band will be warming up the stage for blues/rock legends Blues Traveler on Saturday, August 1 at 7:30pm. Don't miss what promises to be a stellar night of FREE music!
BAND CONFIRMED FOR BAYSTOCK 2009 - GUSTER
HEADLINES!
Jason and the band will be joining a stellar line-up of bands at this year's Baystock Music Festival on the Maine State Pier in Portland, Maine. Guster will headline this special fundraising event and all proceeds go to The Jessie Fund. Baystock takes place on Saturday, August 8. Tickets are available at all Bull Moose Music stores and at brownpapertickets.com. Listen to 98.9 WCLZ for more info.!
Jason and the band will be joining a stellar line-up of bands at this year's Baystock Music Festival on the Maine State Pier in Portland, Maine. Guster will headline this special fundraising event and all proceeds go to The Jessie Fund. Baystock takes place on Saturday, August 8. Tickets are available at all Bull Moose Music stores and at brownpapertickets.com. Listen to 98.9 WCLZ for more info.!
OPENING FOR KATHLEEN EDWARDS AT THE
BEACHCOMBER!
The band is excited to announce that they will be opening for the phenomenal Canadian songwriter, Kathleen Edwards at the venerable Beachcomber in Wellfleet, MA on beautiful Cape Cod. The Beachcomber is an institution as a venue and the band is thrilled to make their debut warming up the stage for one of North America's best performers. Don't miss this show!
The band is excited to announce that they will be opening for the phenomenal Canadian songwriter, Kathleen Edwards at the venerable Beachcomber in Wellfleet, MA on beautiful Cape Cod. The Beachcomber is an institution as a venue and the band is thrilled to make their debut warming up the stage for one of North America's best performers. Don't miss this show!
SUPPORTING DAR WILLIAMS ON WCLZ STAGE - OLD
PORT FEST
We're proud to report that The Spooner Trio will be performing at the 2009 Old Port Festival in Portland, Maine opening for the wonderful Dar Williams. The WCLZ stage will feature fine talent all day long. Jason and the band will take the stage at 3pm. The event is FREE to the public!
LISTEN TO THE RADIO SPOT FOR THE EVENT
We're proud to report that The Spooner Trio will be performing at the 2009 Old Port Festival in Portland, Maine opening for the wonderful Dar Williams. The WCLZ stage will feature fine talent all day long. Jason and the band will take the stage at 3pm. The event is FREE to the public!
LISTEN TO THE RADIO SPOT FOR THE EVENT
CO-BILL WITH THE WAYBACKS IN SANTA BARBARA!
The band is gearing up for another west coast tour which will culminate with a special show at the beautiful Lobero Theater in Santa Barbara, CA. This show is part of the venerable "Sings Like Hell" series which has featured artists such as Jackson Browne, Kathleen Edwards, Aimee Mann and Nickel Creek. The Spooner Trio is thrilled to be sharing the night on June 20th with The Wayback's!
The band is gearing up for another west coast tour which will culminate with a special show at the beautiful Lobero Theater in Santa Barbara, CA. This show is part of the venerable "Sings Like Hell" series which has featured artists such as Jackson Browne, Kathleen Edwards, Aimee Mann and Nickel Creek. The Spooner Trio is thrilled to be sharing the night on June 20th with The Wayback's!
KFOG IN SAN FRAN HONORS JASON ON FAVORITE CD
LIST
We're proud to report that "The Flame You Follow" was recently honored by DJ Rosalie Howarth as one of her favorite recent cd's. Jason is in some wonderful company alongside the likes of Neil Young, Brett Dennen, Ray Lamontagne and J.J. Cale. The Spooner camp would like to thank KFOG for the ongoing support. A special thanks to Rosalie for giving our record a home on the air in the Bay area!
We're proud to report that "The Flame You Follow" was recently honored by DJ Rosalie Howarth as one of her favorite recent cd's. Jason is in some wonderful company alongside the likes of Neil Young, Brett Dennen, Ray Lamontagne and J.J. Cale. The Spooner camp would like to thank KFOG for the ongoing support. A special thanks to Rosalie for giving our record a home on the air in the Bay area!
HEAR JASON ON CNN RADIO WITH JOHN LAWRENCE!
Listen to Jason's recent feature and interview on CNN Radio's Measure to Measure with John Lawrence. Jason discusses his thoughts on life as a working musician in this very candid and light-hearted interview. CNN and Westwood One have partnered together to distribute CNN Radio programming to radio stations across the U.S..
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
Listen to Jason's recent feature and interview on CNN Radio's Measure to Measure with John Lawrence. Jason discusses his thoughts on life as a working musician in this very candid and light-hearted interview. CNN and Westwood One have partnered together to distribute CNN Radio programming to radio stations across the U.S..
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
"SPACESHIP" LANDS ON GREEN MEASURES
CD!
Jason's song "Spaceship" was recently featured on the Green Measures compilation; an environmentally friendly project aimed at raising funds for school & community green projects. The compilation also features music from Jonathan Edwards, Tom Rush, Cheryl Wheeler and Eliza Gilkyson. Buy a cd and help to support this very worthy cause!
Jason's song "Spaceship" was recently featured on the Green Measures compilation; an environmentally friendly project aimed at raising funds for school & community green projects. The compilation also features music from Jonathan Edwards, Tom Rush, Cheryl Wheeler and Eliza Gilkyson. Buy a cd and help to support this very worthy cause!
BAND HEADED SOUTH TO SXSW!!!
Jason and the band will be packing up the van and heading to sunny Austin, TX for the annual South by Southwest Music, Film & Interactive Festival. Showcases currently include The Saxon Pub, The Dizzy Rooster and Blue Rock Studios in Wimberley, TX. For those of you attending the event, we hope you can swing by and say hello!
Jason and the band will be packing up the van and heading to sunny Austin, TX for the annual South by Southwest Music, Film & Interactive Festival. Showcases currently include The Saxon Pub, The Dizzy Rooster and Blue Rock Studios in Wimberley, TX. For those of you attending the event, we hope you can swing by and say hello!
JASON ON WMVY'S FRESH PRODUCE 4
Jason is featured on the latest Fresh Produce CD released by popular Martha's Vineyard radio station; WMVY. This compilation also features new tracks from Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, Suzanne Vega, Ben Lee and Mary Gauthier. "For nearly 25 years, mvyradio has championed artists deserving of attention. In that spirit comes Fresh Produce Volume 4."
Jason is featured on the latest Fresh Produce CD released by popular Martha's Vineyard radio station; WMVY. This compilation also features new tracks from Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, Suzanne Vega, Ben Lee and Mary Gauthier. "For nearly 25 years, mvyradio has championed artists deserving of attention. In that spirit comes Fresh Produce Volume 4."
JASON APPEARED AS A NATIONAL FINALIST IN THE
STARBUCKS MUSIC MAKERS COMPETITION THIS FALL
Jason headed to Boston's Hard Rock Cafe at Faneuil Hall for the national finals on this annual competition sponsored by Hear Music. Starbucks Hear Music is the voice of music at Starbucks, dedicated to creating a new and convenient way for consumers to discover, experience and acquire all genres of great music.
Jason headed to Boston's Hard Rock Cafe at Faneuil Hall for the national finals on this annual competition sponsored by Hear Music. Starbucks Hear Music is the voice of music at Starbucks, dedicated to creating a new and convenient way for consumers to discover, experience and acquire all genres of great music.
JASON INTERVIEWED ON POPULAR "MAINE
THINGS CONSIDERED" PUBLIC RADIO PROGRAM
Listen to Jason's recent interview with Keith Shortall on Maine Public Radio. Jason discusses his musical influences along with the songwriting process behind the character & story-oriented songs on his sophomore album.
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
Listen to Jason's recent interview with Keith Shortall on Maine Public Radio. Jason discusses his musical influences along with the songwriting process behind the character & story-oriented songs on his sophomore album.
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
JASON WINS THE INTERNATIONAL FINALS OF
THE MOUNTAIN STAGE NEWSONG CONTEST AT THE SOUTH
STREET SEA PORT IN NYC!!!
After a heated competition between 12 stellar songwriters from all over the US and Canada, Jason was selected as one of five lucky co-winners.
After a heated competition between 12 stellar songwriters from all over the US and Canada, Jason was selected as one of five lucky co-winners.
THE FLAME YOU FOLLOW ONLINE & IN STORES NOW!!!The
trio's highly anticipated sophomore release
"The Flame You Follow" is available online and in
various retail locations. The Portland Press Herald
says "Spooner's voice is fresh, authentic and distinct. Combined
with the story-telling narration of some of the songs and the
gorgeous melodies of others, Spooner hits the mark every time."
Click to the right to find out about how to purchase it!
LISTEN TO JASON'S INTERVIEW WITH
CHARLIE GAYLORD ON "GREETINGS FROM AREA CODE 207"
Hear the entire recent interview with Jason on WCLZ's popular show "Greetings From Area Code 207." Jason chats with host Charlie Gaylord about his roots, traveling with the band and the making of "The Flame You Follow."
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
Hear the entire recent interview with Jason on WCLZ's popular show "Greetings From Area Code 207." Jason chats with host Charlie Gaylord about his roots, traveling with the band and the making of "The Flame You Follow."
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
CATCH JASON & THE BAND "ALIVE @
FIVE"!!!
Jason and the band will be opening for Carbon Leaf as part of WCLZ's weekly "Alive At Five" series. This is a stellar event featuring some of the finest local and national talent.
Jason and the band will be opening for Carbon Leaf as part of WCLZ's weekly "Alive At Five" series. This is a stellar event featuring some of the finest local and national talent.
THE TRIO PERFORMS LIVE AT THE STUDIOS
OF SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO IN NEW YORK CITY!!!
The trio performs live in the studios of Sirius Satellite Radio! Read up in the on the band's recent adventure into the Big Apple for a live performance on Sirius in the latest trio newsletter!
The trio performs live in the studios of Sirius Satellite Radio! Read up in the on the band's recent adventure into the Big Apple for a live performance on Sirius in the latest trio newsletter!
NEW LIVE VIDEO - THE TRIO IN TRUCKEE,
CA!!!
Check out a few songs performed live and in the flesh by the The Jason Spooner Trio. This footage was recorded at Brittfest at the Truckee Amphitheater in Truckee, CA. Tunes featured include: "Waterhole", "Fight the Fire", "What Am I Gonna Do?" and "Miss You."
Check out a few songs performed live and in the flesh by the The Jason Spooner Trio. This footage was recorded at Brittfest at the Truckee Amphitheater in Truckee, CA. Tunes featured include: "Waterhole", "Fight the Fire", "What Am I Gonna Do?" and "Miss You."
JASON SELECTED AS KERRVILLE NEW FOLK
FINALIST!!!
2006 Kerrville New Folk Finalist!!! Jason was selected as one of the 32 finalists (out of roughly 800 entrants) for the New Folk Competition held annually at the renowned Kerrville Folk festival in Texas. The competition was started by Peter Yarrow in 1972 and several notable performers have participated over the years including Lyle Lovett, Shawn Colvin, Lucinda Williams, John Gorka, David Wilcox and Nancy Griffith.
2006 Kerrville New Folk Finalist!!! Jason was selected as one of the 32 finalists (out of roughly 800 entrants) for the New Folk Competition held annually at the renowned Kerrville Folk festival in Texas. The competition was started by Peter Yarrow in 1972 and several notable performers have participated over the years including Lyle Lovett, Shawn Colvin, Lucinda Williams, John Gorka, David Wilcox and Nancy Griffith.
JASON CHOSEN AS FALCON RIDGE EMERGING
ARTIST!!!
Jason will be heading out on a two week tour of the east coast as part of the festival's popular "Most Wanted Tour." Each year, the festival's audience is polled and the top 4 most popular emerging artists are selected for the tour. Jason will be joined by fellow songwriters; Kym Tuvim, Chris Pureka, and Jim Infantino.
Jason will be heading out on a two week tour of the east coast as part of the festival's popular "Most Wanted Tour." Each year, the festival's audience is polled and the top 4 most popular emerging artists are selected for the tour. Jason will be joined by fellow songwriters; Kym Tuvim, Chris Pureka, and Jim Infantino.
JASON WINS NEW ENGLAND SONGWRITING
CONTEST AT THE OSSIPPEE VALLEY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Jason was announced as the winner out of 20 finalists in the songwriting competition at this year's Ossipee Bluegrass Festival in Cornish, Maine. The Audience chose Jason's song "Big Black Hole."
Jason was announced as the winner out of 20 finalists in the songwriting competition at this year's Ossipee Bluegrass Festival in Cornish, Maine. The Audience chose Jason's song "Big Black Hole."
JASON ANNOUNCED AS FINALIST IN THE JOHN
LENNON SONGWRITING CONTEST FOR "BIG BLACK HOLE"
With over 10,000 entrants world-wide, this contest ranks among the most prestigious. Jason's song "Big Black Hole" was chosen as one of 4 finalists in the "Folk" category.
With over 10,000 entrants world-wide, this contest ranks among the most prestigious. Jason's song "Big Black Hole" was chosen as one of 4 finalists in the "Folk" category.
JASON & THE BAND FEATURED ON THE FOOD
NETWORK
Make sure to tune in for the Spooner Band's national television debut on the Food Network's "FoodNation with Bobby Flay." Check the Food Network site for airtimes.
Make sure to tune in for the Spooner Band's national television debut on the Food Network's "FoodNation with Bobby Flay." Check the Food Network site for airtimes.
"PICKUP TRUCK" AIRS ON CAR TALK
A snippet of Jason's campy and ridiculous ode to the great state of Maine "Pickup Truck" recently aired as the lead-off weekly song on NPR's hilarious, nationally syndicated "Car Talk" program. Take a listen to the clip:
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
A snippet of Jason's campy and ridiculous ode to the great state of Maine "Pickup Truck" recently aired as the lead-off weekly song on NPR's hilarious, nationally syndicated "Car Talk" program. Take a listen to the clip:
LISTEN TO THE INTERVIEW
