ANDY FRASCO & THE U.N. with opener The Ries Brothers

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ANDY FRASCO & THE U.N. have long been the high-flying DIY renegades of the touring scene known and loved for their kaleidoscopic musical fusion and one-of-a-kind onstage audacity. Now celebrating their longevity, the band is shaking things up with L'Optimist (Fun Machine Records/Soundly), as its title suggests, Frasco's most hopeful and enthusiastic collection thus far. A testament to Frasco's wide-ranging influences and boundless energy, his band's sixth released studio album sees the magnetic frontman continuing to chart his path of self-exploration and personal discovery through increasingly introspective lyricism and musical adventure. Songs like "Everything Bagel (Feat. Artikal Sound System)" and the deeply moving "Iowa Moon" touch on matters of the heart and mental health, emotional struggle and the sheer vulnerability of the human experience, all relayed through a wildly eclectic approach navigating funk, jazz, surf rock, blues, swing, gospel, reggae, exotica, and more with horn-blasted positivity and soulful power."I fight depression every single day," Frasco says, "and the only way to fight depression is through optimism. I try to write optimistic songs because optimism keeps me going. As humans, I don't think we're all that much different. Everyone needs a little optimism to keep going." Having spent the first part of his career making his bones as a fun-loving frontman with a self-proclaimed "gift of gab," Frasco pushed his songwriting in more personal directions with 2020's Keep On Keepin' On and 2022's Wash, Rinse, Repeat.


THE RIES BROTHERS

Hailing from St. Petersburg, Florida, The Ries Brothers (pronounced "Rees") are a force to be reckoned with on the music scene. This dynamic duo, Charlie and Kevin Jordan Ries, blends rock, blues, jam, and reggae into a soulful and sophisticated sound that captivates audiences. Charlie, the elder brother (30), delivers powerful vocals while simultaneously laying down the groove on drums and keyboard bass, creating a unique and full sound. Kevin Jordan (26) complements him perfectly with his guitar, ukulele, and melodica wizardry, adding layers of sonic creativity and soulful harmonies. Their journey began on the Florida bar circuit as teenagers, where their talent caught the attention of legendary band CHICAGO, leading to two regional tours and a decision to chase their musical dreams full-time. The Ries Brothers' captivating live performances have earned them a loyal following across various musical genres. They've graced major stages, sharing the spotlight with renowned artists like O.A.R, G Love & Special Sauce, Stick Figure, Pepper, Galactic, Stephen Marley, 311, Big Something and Iration. They've also rocked major festivals like Okeechobee, Sunfest, Cali Roots, Innings Fest, Shaky Knees, Sweetwater 420 Fest and Summer Camp. In 2024 they were signed to SKP, founded by Nick Hexum of 311, and are currently releasing their next batch of singles which were co-written with Nick.