Hey Mama - (Cambridge, Massachusetts)
Roots rock - http://www.heymamamusic.com


Originally a powerhouse duo, Avi & Celia found an outlet,
literally, and have plugged into Hey Mama, a contemporary rock n’ roll
band. The ever evolving, Avi & Celia have been a professional band
since 2005. They have released two captivating records; Let it Rise
(2008) and Off the Floor (2007), have played over 400 shows, building a
loyal fan base and have received acclaim from Yankee Magazine, the
Boston Globe, and NHPR.
Hey Mama features Avi & Celia with Jared Seabrook and Ben Kogan on
drums and bass. The rock & roll vibe of the band explores the
groups deep influence in blues and roots-country music. Avi Salloway
and Celia Woodsmith hold a special chemistry both with song writing and
performing that is accentuated by the talents of Seabrook and Kogan.
Summer 09’ the band rocked a 40-date summer tour of festivals and club
dates in the Northeast and Canada. Their self-titled album “Hey Mama”
is being released in December 2009. The album was recorded with Grammy
nominated producer Jack Gauthier at Lakewest Recording. Wheels are
turning and snowballs are rolling. Hey Mama!
“Sexy roots swagger with populist fire.”
–The Boston Globe
“… a rich, powerful sound that carries the frenetic energy of a tent revival.”
–Yankee Magazine
“See these folks in concert they’re gonna move you; I know they’re gonna move you.”
–NHPR
"You can tell right away that this music comes from the very fiber of
their souls and it is absolutely spellbinding to listen to."
–Rock and Roll Report
The Band:
Avi Salloway– vocals, guitars, harmonica
Celia Woodsmith– vocals, washboard, acoustic guitar
Ben Kogan– electric and double bass, vocals
Jared Seabrook– drums
2. Bull Woman Blues
3. From the Bottle
4. Mountain Bones
5. Drivin' Nails
6. Sail On
7. Dred Scott
8. Sweet Low Song
9. Red Signs, White Fences
10. Whiskey Bayou
11. I Give This to You
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