genre - traditional, Appalachian Stringband Music / Old Time Country Bluegrass

Lazy John ~ (formerly 'Cedar Valley Boys')

Energetic, foot stomping, authentic, southern Old Time, Country, Bluegrass and good ol' fun are all words that describe the music of 'Lazy John'. With an ecclectic mix of tunes ranging from Appalachian Stringband music to the more familiar Bluegrass and Country favourites, the boys have come together with great force to contribute a verse (or two) in this thriving oral tradition.

The original Cedar Valley Boys were brought to life in the 60's by Keith Tompkins, Delbert/Daisy Tompkins and Jimmy Ellis (The Backwoodsman). The current lineup consists of Shane Crumb-mandolin/vocals, Luke Mercier-fiddle/vocals,
Matt Ray-banjo/vocals, Derrick Tompkins-guitar and Tim Hadley on Double-Bass. If you're a fan of Old Time Country and Bluegrass music, these guys are a real treat!

AUDIO SAMPLE

An 'on the edge of your seat' rendition of these two Appalachian standards.
Greasy Coat / Sandy Boys ~ instrumental / mp3 -3.57 MB

 

inset: The original Cedar Valley Boys ca. 1962

 

Upcoming Appearances

May  24-26, 2007 ~ The Cedar Valley Boys will grace the stage of the annual Orono Bluegrass and Old Time Country Jamboree http://www.murdocksmusic.com/

Saturday, June 2nd, 2007 ~ Up close and intimate with the C.V.B. at the Royal Canadian Legion / Madoc branch 363 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM. The legion is located at 33 St. Lawrence St E, Madoc, ON Tel: 613-473-4185
Saturdays at the Legion are open to the public and there's no cover charge so bring your ears.

August 14th Music in the Park at the Marmora Park. Join Lazy John for some outdoor summer fun at this beautiful park situated along the meandering Crowe River. Marmora is located at Highway 7 and Highway 14. Bring the little ones along to enjoy the playground after dinner. They'll sleep better!! The band plays from 6:00 PM tp 8:00 PM. FREE ADMISSION!

 

 

Contact: lazyjohnmusic@yahoo.ca

Shane Crumb: (613)-472-5548