"Country roots-pop, dashed with the genius songwriting of 60's & 70's power-pop, like a curious, accidental mix of the Mavericks, the Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison and the Beatles" - CD Baby

"For the retro-pop enthusiast among your friends, there's no better cure than a visit from The Taters. Their rootsy pop-rock works off the Bakersfield country twang of Buck Owens and the vocal warmth of Roy Orbison or the Everly Brothers." - Durham Herald-Sun

"HELP! These tunes are infectious and there seems to be no cure! (Who wants one? Not me!). All I know is that I put on their music, and suddenly I discover that I'm smiling from ear to ear. They are great musicians whose sound is pure and honest. They can REALLY sing!" - listener review from BestBuy

Discography

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menagerie (2009)

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Our latest album, released Oct 2009, and in a lot of ways, our most ambitious project in terms of arrangements and songs. A decade since our first release, and a lot of miles under the old Tater van have taught us lots about writing, recording and performing, and we hope it shows in this project

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Such a Good Day
No I Don't
Spend a Little Time with Me
Walking in the Sunshine
Oceans Apart
Lonely Like That
Feet Start Walking
I Forgot
That's Me
We Can Work it Out
Wolfman Told Me Tonight
Cat in the Window
Fun At Home
Wax Paper

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Start with the first track of the aptly named "Menagerie" and let it roll for a phenomenal listening experience. This album has it all in a nice mix of originals and covers that are sure to leave you with a smile... The musicianship on here is just superb, including some horns, a mandolin, a banjo, and probably some other things I can't identify! Craig Evans (who sounds a lot like Roy Orbison or Raul Malo or Elvis) and Brad Tucker have a magical blend and harmonies that simply have to be heard. In short, if you like your music uncomplicated, pure and sure to stick with you, try out Menagerie. You won't be disappointed.
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Here are 2 songs we recorded a few years ago, one original & one cover. They've never been released on an album (yet!), but you can get them here thru Paypal!

My First Christmas With You

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Santa Bring My Baby Back to Me

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Just One Night (2005)

Our first live album, recorded in, well, just one night, at a show in Ashland, VA (for real!). The album features a few new songs, several new versions of earlier tunes, and some of the most popular cover requests from our live shows, including songs from Roy Orbison, The Everly Brothers, Steve Earle, Simon & Garfunkle, and more. A consistent fan favourite!

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Just One Night
Men of the Past
Goodbye
Waiting Game
Man With a Plan
Easy Way Out
That's Where I Belong
All the Trouble I Need
The Boxer
Explanation
Little Bit Left in Me
Peccadillo
Delilah
29 Days
Restaurant Rumours
Truth Is
In Dreams
Bye Bye Love

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Recess (2003)

Our first "full studio" release, and home to some of our most requested original tunes, including "The Kiss", "On Our Own", and "Never Really Meant to Be". This was the first album we all got really excited about!

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Strange But True (2000)

Back when we were "burnt". This album got rave reviews from all over the world and is still a long-time favorite of Taterheads. Includes the original versions of Tater favourites "Without Your Love", "Explanation", and "Already Dreaming of You".

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Vox Box (1999)

Everyone starts somewhere, and, for the Taters, it was here! Our first album started out as a demo and ended up with a Billboard "Critic's Choice" award! Includes the mysterious "Mr Molio" and the original version of "Just One Night".

The CD is out of print now, but you can still download MP3s of it through CD Baby, Amazon, iTunes, etc!

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