Tobin Sprout w/Hallelujah the Hills

191 Highland Avenue,Somerville MA 02143

14 November, 2021

Description

Center for the Arts at the Armory Presents... TOBIN SPROUT and his band in the Performance Hall with special guest Hallelujah the Hills Painter, illustrator, author, songwriter and former Guided By Voices guitarist, TOBIN SPROUT reinvents his craft with a stark and poignant solo album, Empty Horses, a dramatic and unexpected departure from his previous work. The album is a meticulously observed study of America and Americana (not the music, but the state of mind). An alternative American Songbook, if you will, a collection of laments to simpler times and the struggle for what’s right, peppered with an examination of faith and the search for a sense of justice. In Guided By Voices, (1986-1997, 2011-2014) Sprout penned classic songs including "Atom Eyes", "It’s Like Soul Man", “Gleemer", "A Good Flying Bird", "14 Cheerleader Coldfront”, and released solo albums on Matador, Burger and Fire Records. On tour, Sprout will be joined by his longtime band with Tommy Schichtel, Steve Vermillion and Gary Vermillion. Proof of vaccination is required to attend this event. You must provide proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or present proof of a negative COVID test taken within 48 hours of the event. Masks are also required inside the facility.