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The Marshall Ford Swing Band has been evoking the past since 2008. They pride themselves on playing Western swing music the way the legendary Johnny Gimble — MFSB singer-pianist Emily Gimble’s grandfather — plays, the way Bob Wills and Hank Thompson used to when they ruled the Texas scene. They’re unique in their modern execution of the antiquated art.
Their interest in swing music took them to Johnny Gimble’s Swing Camp where they met Emily and knew they had to start playing with her regularly. Since then, they’ve been delighting fans with the band’s upbeat swing in Austin and beyond.
Last year saw the release of their critically acclaimed CD - IT’S ABOUT DAM TIME.They were chosen to represent the State twice at the World Expo in Shanghai, China. And they make regular appearances in the Austin club scene, as well as at regional festivals throughout Texas.
See Marshall Ford Swing Band live at Texas on Tour from September 9 – September 18, 2011.
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Most remote gig in Texas you have ever played? We have played a handful of remote gigs in Texas, anywhere from a flatbed in a fan's backyard to The Wizard Academy in the Hill Country. What’s your definition of Texas music? Music made in Texas, but swing is where it’s at... Best place to see Texas music? Austin. Texas is host to every style of music imaginable, and Austin has more than enough bands and musicians to represent them all. Favorite Texas album? "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" by Willie Nelson Place you’d take someone who’s never been to Texas? Balmorhea. The natural spring there is enough reason to check out this beautiful West Texas town, not far from Fort Davis. Where in Texas feels most unlike Texas? As we all know, Texas is big and very diverse. No two towns are exactly the same. From the north to south, and the east to west - Texas is the place we love the best. Best four-day Texas vacation? Terlingua. Big Bend Country is home to some amazing scenery and amazing people.
Texas has a lot to see, do - and hear. Whatever your music pleasure, you're sure to find it here.
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