The Incredible Diamonds: Links

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The Incredible Diamonds Elsewhere:

Matt Hogan and MeOne fan's description of a typical evening with The Diamonds, written by a guy who actually dressed as Matt Hogan for Halloween. Includes three sound samples of the Hogan wit and wisdom.

The Paladins Meet The DiamondsA review fromThe Synthesisof a recent show featuring San Diego roots-rockers The Paladins and Chico's own Incredible Diamonds.

More Chico-related Bands:

The Chico Music Page on MP3.comA constantly changing list of Chico music, including sound files and bios from people like Tom Aragon, the Noogoodnix, Smeat, Folkenstein, and the Rastabillies.

Eric Wrayman & the Delmont 88'sChico'sotherroots-music trio, led by the great guitarist Eric Wrayman.Blue Plate SpecialNow based in Hollywood, this '40s-style swing and jump band cut its teeth on the Chico roots music scene.

The Job's DeSoto Memorial PageInfluenced by several great bands that weren't very popular in their heyday (The Velvet Underground, The Cramps, The Stooges) this band died a similar death without really going anywhere.

PoontwangAn all-chick '60s band led by former Chico music mogul Lori Campion. They're now based in San Francisco.

The World of Ron ShalitaA local legend, known as much for his country music stylings as his "Morrison in Miami" impressions onstage. Features lots of band and personal pics, including a fine shot of bassist Bojo with a chicken.

The Pub ScoutsLegendary in Chico for its weekly Friday sessions at Duffy's Tavern, this Irish and Celtic music band has also backed some of Ireland's biggest traditional music names.

Sunset RedThese indie-rockers were poised to make it big, but in the Chico tradition they self-destructed at the critical moment. CD's are still available.

Spark N' CinderChico's best world-music outfit. They've been on the scene for nearly twenty years during which they've featured some of the area's finest instrumentalists.

AmusinetChico's Kim Gimbal has assembled this site documenting several local bands and projects, including interviews with important local players like Mike Cannon, Ska-T, etc.

Mother HipsOne of Chico's biggest exports, this "California soul" band writes great original tunes that recall the best of Gram Parsons and Neil Young.

Electric CircusThe founders of local jam-rock (don't call it hippy music!), this long-standing quintet blends country, soul, funk, and great musicianship.

Bumpin' UgliesA Primus-influenced power trio from Chico. Their sound combines elements of rock, jazz, funk, punk, and ska.

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