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As I write this update, our boys from across the line, “CCL” as they are affectionately known by those too lazy to pronounce the full eloquence of the band’s name, I am sitting in San Francisco International Airport. CCL recently wrapped up a tour of the West Coast and I’m sure they brought down the house. California is already beautiful, so pairing it with the uninterrupted sounds of Chatham County Line is certain to entertain throes of Californians.

A big thing is happening however in just two days (as of this writing)… Chatham County Line is paying in Richmond, VA! They are performing at the well-known Richmond Folk Festival October 15, 1:00 – 1:45 PM and again at 5:00-5:45 PM on the Altria Stage. On October 16, they are playing at 4:30 – 5:30 PM at the Community Fund Stage. So if you’re in the area this weekend, or even if you aren’t, make the short trip to help CCL rock the festival. You know they always do.

P.s. I know it’s been too long for an update, so for that I apologize. In any case, we press onward. Onward to Richmond! See you all there.

So we’ve been a little lax with site and band updates here, but rest assured, good things are coming.

Just a mild update from the Jammin’ Java show: word on the CCL street is that the DVD is progressing along this year, although still no release date. For those who are unaware, our beloved band Chatham County Line has filmed and I would assume is still in the process of filming shots, shows, happenings, festivals and southern banter to include on the DVD all to bring a warm smile to your face. Seriously though, a DVD is a major undertaking for any band and we wish the boys the best of luck. More details will ensure once we hear them.

On other news, Chatham County Line is also getting back to Europe later this year. More details are on their tour page, but if you’re in the general vicinity of Europe, then I would find the nearest respected musical establishment that coincides with CCL’s tour dates and head there. Heck, we might even been updating this blog from Europe should we traverse the continents with the gentlemen. Should that occurrence take root, be sure that videos and blogs will be wildly written and promptly posted.

And on our last bit of news, a Richmond, Virginia festival has invited none other than Chatham County Line to share the sweet sounds with the tired town of Richmond that will bring new life to the musical hotspot that our state’s capital already is. The local legend has it that this festival is one of most prestigious accounts, in other words its real music at its finest. No genre is safe here. Don’t miss it!

Well Ladies and Gents the day has finally arrived… CCL is performing tomorrow night at Jammin’ Java in Vienna, VA. Be there at 7:30 and let’s have us a joyous listening experience.

Need more info? Facebook event right here.

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Folks, get yourselves ready for another run of Chatham County Line as they hit Jammin’ Java in Vienna, come April 15, 2011. Heck, it’s tax day, so when you’re good and done paying your money to the tax man, swing on into Jammin’ Java and get done with your worry. In the words of Chatham County Line “I never felt so bad having so much fun, you can put me asleep when the tax man comes…” well, if you go to Jammin’ Java and enjoy Chatham County Line, I can assure you, there will be no sleeping, only down-to-earth, honest-to-goodness, Carolina new/blue/folk grass sure to whet your musical appetite and leave you wanting more. Heck, even last go around, John Teer was romping like the Roe-drix. So it’s sure to be a good time. Tickets are $12.00. See you all there.

More info on the facebook event here.

- Joe + Tom

Unfortunately, we were unable to make it to the Pour House this anniversary show. Too bad, because anyone else in our sorry situation (not seeing Chatham rock it live with a multitude of instruments) definitly missed out it seems. See video above to feel remorse and joy. Tis’ the season.

We wish you a Merry Christmas.

Exclusive Interview: Chatham County Line
December 5, 2010
by: Chuck Norton

Forming in 1999 in Raleigh, NC, Chatham County Line has craved out a niche in the modern, ever-shifting, musical landscape. First drawing interest from Bluegrass aficionados a decade ago, the band’s appeal now expands into the post-indie world where genre bounds are blurred as neo-folk and country form what the band’s lead-singer and songwriter Dave Wilson calls “intelligent acoustic music”.

Along with Wilson – whose band Stillhouse led to the meeting of his current band-mates – banjoist Chandler Holt, multi-instrumentalist John Teer and up-right base player Greg Readling, the band’s line-up stability is impressive. This has no-doubt allowed the band to continue to increase their base while continuing to release albums that garner critical attention.

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Read the full interview at DeadJournalist.com

From a less than stellar cell phone video, we found this gem of John Teer pluckin’ away with Led Zeppelin in a hotel lobby.

First compared to Jimi Hendrix + Bill Monroe here in the Wash Po, aka, the “Roe-drix” and now this county boy is kickin it with Zeppelin. Who knows… maybe one day John’s face will grace the cover of Rolling Stone… to be continued.

The gents of Chatham County Line once again battled the traffic-laden Washington D.C. Metro area to bring us Washintonians (if you can call us that) the sounds of the sweet south, straight from the heart of Raleigh, North Carolinia. The show was an astounding double set, which is almost like an encore you don’t have to work for. Nice for a change, but we worked CCL over for an encore regardless. That encore included some fancy hand work by none other than John “The Roe-drix” (just made that up) Teer. See this write-up in the Washington Post to further understand said reference. The finishing songs included “Let is Rock” (crowd pleaser), the affectionate and compelling “Porcelain Doll” among one other I can’t recall at the moment. Needless to say, it was great seeing these guys bring their music to Nova.

Unfortunately I didn’t have a lot of equipment to record the Jammin Java show with, but I did manage to get one song. It’s”I lost it” by Lucinda Williams. Simply brilliant. Watch below.

In other band news, they have recently announced their Christmas Tour schedule, which will include some stellar quasi-electric-folk-bluegrass-epic performance of sorts at local Raleigh hangouts like The Pourhouse. These shows tend to be a little on the packed side / sold out side, so get your tickets and get them early if you’re planning on going. Heck, just plan on going and get your tickets.