One of the most unique and compelling interpretations of the late music icon's compositions comes from 7-piece ensemble The Nu-Utopians (formerly The John Lennon Song Project). The thoughtfully re-imagined tribute celebrates the genius and artistry of the icon's music.
Created and led by Rex Fowler of Aztec Two-Step and Tom Dean of Devonsquare, the band's live show featuring entertaining storytelling, and like their CD Imagined, superb lead singing and 3-part harmonies, plus a host of accomplished musicians on acoustic, electric and bass guitars, cello, violin, mandolin, accordion, chromatic harmonica and light percussion.
Concert goers will be treated to exquisite renditions of Lennon's legendary Beatles songs, as well as from his solo years, often weaving melody, lyric and song together in a series of singles and mini-medleys. These tunes are given surprisingly fresh treatments that often inspire a whole new appreciation for Lennon’s original lyrics.
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The Nu-Utopians’ debut CD, Imagined, recently won the prestigious Independent Music Award for Best Tribute Album of 2010.
The band will also be joining forces with WhyHunger’s “Artists Against Hunger & Poverty” program to help raise awareness and funds. They will donate a portion of ticket sales to WhyHunger from their live performances and CD sales as they tour the nation in 2011-12.
