Music

The Greenhornes

Cincinnati-based trio of highly credible rockers headed to EC

Matthew Mabis |

LEFT: The Greenhornes have ties to Jack White, The Raconteurs, The Dead Weather, and The Black Keys.
 
The Greenhornes have ties to Jack White,
The Raconteurs, The Dead Weather,
and The Black Keys.

The Greenhornes are about to enhance the March concert calendar in a big way. On March 28, the Cincinnati-based trio will tally the Valley as one stop on their extensive three-month, 45-show tour promoting their new album “****,” their first record in eight years. The album was released from Third Man, owned by friend of the band Jack White. The rhythmic backbone of the group, drummer Patrick Keeler and bass player Jack Lawrence, also work together to form the heartbeat of The Raconteurs, a critically acclaimed side-project featuring White. White’s ties to the band tightened further when he and Lawrence collaborated recently in yet another groundbreaking project, The Dead Weather. The Greenhornes are led by Craig Cox, whose powerful, straightforward vocals harness the vibrant energy the trio has emitted since their debut record in 1999. To say their sound is unique falls far short: their powerful, shoot-from-the-hip hooks and tasteful vocal harmonies weave a web of sound that offers all listeners something familiar to cling to and something fresh to chew on. The next time a band of this stature visits the Valley is uncertain. One thing, however, is for sure: if you appreciate dynamic rock music, you won’t miss the opportunity to soak in the menagerie of attitudes this group delivers. San Antonio rockers Hacienda, whose latest record was produced by The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach, and local stomp-rock faves The Gentle Guest open this massive show.

The Greenhornes + Hacienda + Gentle Guest • House of Rock, 422 Water St., Eau Claire • March 28, 2011 • 8pm • $12 door, $10 advance • ages 21+ • 838-0158 • House-of-Rock.com