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Hometown	Nashville, TN
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Band Members	Matt Walberg - Guitar / Vocals; Topher Walberg - Keys/... » more
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If pig masks, epileptic light shows, robot voices, panda suits, costume changes, hyphens in band names, long hair and beards kinda freak you out, you may want to steer clear of Nashville's captivating experimental rock trio H-Beam. Unafraid to occasionally confuse or even disturb their audience, the band's live performances have become somewhat of a mix between music and theater

Waves of chaos leisurely stroll their their sets executed with the utmost taste and control. Now boasting an array of samplers, multiple looping rigs, synthesizers and even MIDI foot pedals, their ability to multi-task musically has produced an extremely developed wall of sound. Slews of props and masks add to the sheer sense of sensory overload which help make every show unique from another, a trait which they hold at utmost importance

Over the last 18 months, H-Beam has played nearly 150 shows traveling from Nashville to the Midwest, Northeast, and all through the South. These experimental rockers have showcased two years in a row at Next BIG Nashville conference as well as RedGorilla Music Fest during SXSW in Austin, TX. H-Beam has also performed at several festivals including the Terrapin Hill Festival, Rites of Spring, Waterfest, Vexfest, and more while sharing the stage with Benevento-Russo Duo, Keller Williams, Feist, Lil' Jon, Tea Leaf Green, Nappy Roots, Grace Potter, Tea Leaf Green just to name a few. Along with their live performances H-Beam's music is also receiving airplay on stations such as Nashville's 102.9 The Buzz, WRVU 91.1, Knoxville's WUTK, Philly's Endless Boundaries Radio, Youngstown, Ohio's Rukus Radio, and is being broadcasted in the UK, Japan, and the Netherlands.

"If onstage theatrics and an epic throwback to the psychedelia and experimentation of the 1960s are your style, be sure to check out H-Beam. The psychedelic and classic rock sound that H-Beam brings to the table will have you dancing and playing air guitar till you drop to your knees. " -Versus Entertainment

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H-Beam in Nashville by All The Rage
“H-Beam cannot be accused of falling into the old Nashville rock rut of shoegazing; their outlandish use of unorthodox instruments and props in a superlative live show set their act a cut above...

.:Review- H-Beam's Performance at Rites of Spring by Versus Entertainment
Avery Spooford - Versus Entertainment>>>>>> H-Beam's performance at Rites of Spring was not for the faint of heart … or the sober. The psychedelic rockers opened up Alumni Lawn on Saturday to a whole new world where giant panda suits, frog masks and homosexual rock opera reigned supreme. The band performed a rock opera titled "Jane," which details a Nashville coed's quest for self-understanding. The story journeys through a Nashville bar (which H-Beam hinted at being Vanderbilt favorite Fuel), to Cancun, Mexico, and back again, eventually leading Jane to discover and embrace her sexuality as a lesbian. Characters featured in the opera included Jane's father (Admiral Doc Hop-a-long, a bass saxophonist crowned with a giant frog mask) and "The Love Panda," a mascot-sized panda dressed up in a Lil Jon costume complete with bling and dreadlocks. Vanderbilt Music Group member Lauren Richman said she felt that H-Beam's performance was "new for the Vanderbilt crowd but well-received." Festival attendees enjoyed the opera, laughing along with the humor of the Love Panda while sympathizing with Jane's struggle with her sexual identity. If onstage theatrics and an epic throwback to the psychedelia and experimentation of the 1960s are your style, check out H-Beam's MySpace at www.myspace.com/hbeamlive

H-Beam Brings the Funk to Rites by Vanderbilt Hustler
Submitted by Chris Gearing >>>>>>>> Although you may have had stars in your eyes when you heard that names like Spoon and Lil Jon are coming to Rites of Spring this April, let’s not forget a little Nashville-based psychedelic rock band that really harkens back to the days of Steve Miller, Hendrix and maybe even a little bit of Bowie. What group could deliver such an eclectic punch, you may ask? H-Beam, my friends - the answer to all your groovy, funkadelic and classic rock prayers. The best place to start for their sound is definitely their Myspace profile, (myspace.com/hbeamlive) with five of their best tracks available for your cochlear delight. You’ll be greeted by "Cumberland Hop," which is a soothing rock ballad with a bit of a bluesy riff that will lull you into a bit of sway, if not a slow dance. This rolling rhythm is followed by the sexy and seductive bass lines of "Alla Really Wanna" with lyrics reminiscent of Steve Miller’s "The Joker" mixed with "Jungle Love." If you want a bit more punch to your music, click on "Bang" with its fist-pumping chorus, heavy guitar riff and impressive percussion really kicking your rock meter into overdrive. Even though you may be focused on the more mainstream names in this year’s Rites lineup, don’t overlook other lesser-known acts like H-Beam. They may not have made it big yet (with heavy emphasis on yet), but they’re definitely worth your time this April. The psychedelic and classic rock sound that H-Beam brings to the table will have you dancing and playing air guitar till you drop to your knees on Alumni Lawn at this year’s Rites of Spring.

MetroPulse Spotlight by Knoxville's MetroPulse
A jammin' rock band, a rockin' jam band, and a mind-expanding multi-media audio-visual experience all rolled into one three-piece package, Nashville's H-Beam isn't afraid to turn over a Phish cover, pay glorious homage to '70s Rawk Gods and freak everyone in the audience right the hell out all in the space of a single set. And even if you don't care for the band's nods to '90s jam bands, their leatherworn head-knocking straight rock numbers are more than tough enough to make you forgive any lapses into Phishian noodling. All of this plus pig masks and a light show too; come see H-Beam after Sundown in the City on Thursday, June 14 at 10 p.m. at the World Grotto. ( M.G. )

Oojah: a debut Release by NOTeNEF Promotions
Oojah: a debut release by Kelly Fenton of NOTeNEF Promotions>>>>> “They have got it down to a science, you may as well call them chemists.” At a point in a career where most are still learning how to crawl, this eccentric trio is sprinting while handing off batons delivering a spot on debut release. Two brothers and a Virginia born drummer spent February of 2006 in the legendary Tree Sound Studios in Atlanta with producers Kenneth Mount (Cartel, Collective Soul, Jimmy Eat World, Dave Matthews) and Zack Odom (Elton John, Outkast, Ben Harper, The Strokes). The result: Oojah. Six catchy tracks that capture the H-Beam experience into one neatly wrapped package. And for a band that thrives off of their live performances that is not an easy task to accomplish, yet they undeniably pull it off. Consisting of fan favorites and some of the first material the band wrote together, Oojah bobs and weaves through a wide variety of genres, making it accessible to a multitude of listeners. Each member of H-Beam brings a strikingly different approach to the EP with their personal influences varying from Pink Floyd to Björk. The outcome is a fluid combination of diverse musicianship producing a distinct new sound in the music scene. Following the recording of their debut release, the band went straight back to work converting the six tracks from Oojah into a feasible live format. And if you think a trio couldn’t possibly reproduce a recording with multiple overdubs and layers live, better luck next time. From the addition to a sampling system handled by their drummer to a set of organ foot pedals used by their bassist, all specifically to tour the release, it’s safe to say they did their homework. Not only do they capture the essence of the EP on stage, they are able to adapt and mold it with each performance while still maintaining the song’s familiarity. Launching their first official tour this fall, H-Beam plans to play the majority of the southern and northern cities of the United States. Armed with their new release, a savvy production team, and a captivating live show, H-Beam isn’t showing signs of slowing down. If anything, they’re trying to implement rocket fuel.

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10' x 12' minimum stage requirement
3x vox mic
1x kick mic
2x amp mic (if needed)
2x FOH Speakers
16 channel mixer with multiple busses
2x Mon. Wedges

Input List:
1. Matt VOX
2. Chris VOX
3. Drum VOX
4. Kick
5. Snare
6. OH 1
7. OH 2
8. Elec. Guitar
9. Elec. Bass
10. Keyboard DI
11. Keyboard DI

- An easily accessible load in area is needed.

- A sound check at least a half-hour prior to performance is needed.

- Separate electrical outlets for gear and lighting are required on stage.

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