Setting Suns
Cover Band in New York City, NY
Why hire Setting Suns?
Setting Suns is a New York Tri-State area roots rock trio. We specialize in a blend of roots rock (Stones, Dead, Little Feat, Neil Young); outlaw country (Willie, Waylon, Johnny, David Allan Coe); reggae (Jimmy Cliff) and alt-country (Wilco, Son Volt). We create a warm and familiar sound that is the perfect back drop for your parties and corporate events. The instruments include various percussion instruments, acoustic guitar, mandolin, electric guitar and harmonica.
Unique, talented band that is sure to please!
The Setting Suns are a talented band with a unique sound, broad repertoire, and a love for performing music that is contagious. With a veritable potpourri of musical styles and influences to draw upon, the Setting Suns deliver familiar covers in their own entertaining style mixed with quiet numbers, catchy crowd pleasers, and tunes you don't hear every where else. Mike's warm vocals and pleasing acoustic guitar are well complimented by Billy's strong talent on the electric guitar, and anchored by Alan's percussions. The trio mix in harmonica, slide guitar and the mandolin to produce a sound as varied as it is engaging. Setting Suns do not disappoint!
Hired by: Paul N.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Event Date: January 29th, 2012
Event: Bar/Lounge in New York City, New York
Services provided: Cover Band
About
Setting Suns is a New York Tri-State area trio comprised of an acoustic guitar/harmonica player; mandolin/electric guitar/slide player and percussionist. We perform a 3-4 hour set of rootsy covers from artists including but not limited to Johnny Cash, Little Feat, Wilco, Neil Young, Willie Nelson, Jimmy Cliff, Grateful Dead, to name a few. The trio are:
Michael Cranmer (Acoustic guitar/harmonica/lead vocals)
Billy Ryan (electric guitar/slide/mandolin/vocals)
Alan Johnson (percussion)
The Setting Suns set is informed by the Midnight Ramble as performed by Levon Helm of The Band and his troupe of guest musicians par excellence. The set is designed to create a friendly and warm atmosphere.
Personnel
Mike Cranmer: Acoustic Guitar, Harmonica, Lead Vocals
Billy Ryan: Electric Guitar, Mandolin, Vocals
Alan Johnson: Percussion
Influences
As a group we are influenced by the Grateful Dead, Rolling Stones, Little Feat, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Wilco, Son Volt, The Band, Bob Dylan just to name a few. These influence serve as our guide. Individually we have an affinity for artists and bands across a wide spectrum of tastes. We grew up listening to everything from R.E.M., the Beatles, Violent Femmes, the Ramones, the Talking Heads, Little Feat, The Band, Wings and the list goes on.
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 60 - 240 minutes
Audience members at a Setting Suns gig will experience a range of different flavors. At times the set evokes the feeling of being at a cozy campfire. Other segments in the show offer more of a roadhouse feel. At all times we strive for a set that is thoughtful, authentic and a little unique. The audience will walk away feeling like they saw a band that really cares about the music they're putting forth and didn't just stick to a prescribed formula. Songs that feature the mandolin of which there are many provide a special intimate touch. Using an array of percussion instruments rather than a full drum kit also gives the set an air of subtlety that rounds out the sound beautifully. The audience will undoubtedly see how great a sound can emanate from a stripped down trio. We can be the main attraction for some and just very pleasant soundtrack to a pint and a conversation for others.
Stage/Setup Requirements:
Close proximity to a power source
Additional Notes:
Setting Suns are adaptable. With respect to sound we are happy to use our own equipment or work with the sound system provided by the client. We utilize a PA, mixing board, amp and 3 microphones to project our sound. Minimal lighting not only is not required but rather preferred. Since we are a trio our setup is somewhat compact. This is useful if the event is being held indoors in a residential setting. All we really require is an outlet for a power strip.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
Call Me the Breeze - J.J. Cale
Tequila Sunrise - Eagles
Sailin Shoes - Little Feat
Deep Elem Blues - Grateful Dead
Heart of Gold - Neil Young
Hometown Blues - Steve Earle
Running on Empty - Jackson Browne
Best of All Possible Worlds - Kris Kristofferson
Somewhere in Time - Los Lobos w/ Dave Alvin
Big Railroad Blues (Bluegrass) - Grateful Dead
Nightlife - John Doe & the Sadies
Ooh La La - Faces
Wonderin' - Neil Young & the Shocking Pinks
Tulsa Time - Eric Clapton
Promised Land - Grateful Dead
Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash
Dead Flowers - Rolling Stones
Willin' - Little Feat
Forget the Flowers - Wilco
Windfall - Son Volt
Ring of Fire - Johnny Cash
The Harder They Come - Jimmy Cliff
Man of Constant Sorrow - Soggy Bottom Boys
When I Paint My Masterpiece - The Band
Pancho & Lefty - Willie Nelson/Merle Haggard
You Never Call Me By My Name - David Allan Coe
Good Hearted Woman - Waylon Jennings
Country Roads - John Denver
You Ain't Going Nowhere - Dylan/The Band
Friend of the Devil (feat. mandolin) - Grateful Dead
Country Honk (feat. mandolin) - Rolling Stones
Harvest Moon - Neil Young
Jesus, etc. - Wilco
Wild Horses - Rolling Stones
Peaceful Easy Feeling - Eagles
Mary Jane's Last Dance - Tom Petty
Mexicali Blues - Grateful Dead
Sweet Virginia - Rolling Stones
U.S. Blues - Grateful Dead
Far Far Away - Wilco
California Stars - Wilco
Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain - Willie Nelson
Roll um Easy - Little Feat
The Last Time - Rolling Stones
Ripple (feat. mandolin) - Grateful Dead
The Weight - The Band
Performance Schedule
07-06-2013 — Private Event - Sparta, NJ
Past Booked Dates:
01-11-2013 — Tau Tog - Fairfield, CT
12-07-2012 — Tobacco Road - 41st St. & 9th Ave. New York
06-29-2012 — Opus 465 - 465 Main Street, Armonk, NY
02-22-2012 — Uncle Mike's - 57 Murray St., New York, NY
01-25-2012 — Uncle Mike's - 57 Murray Street, New York, NY 10007
01-11-2012 — Uncle Mike's - 57 Murray Street, New York, NY 10007
Experience
2011: 20 gigs
2012: 6 gigs
Available for Your
Bachelor Party, Bar/Lounge, Birthday Party, Christmas Party, Convention, Corporate Event, Cruise, Fundraiser, Holiday Party, Launch Party, Private Party
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