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Members: J.D. Fahr & Derek Torsani

Hailing the outskirts of Baltimore and DC in Maryland, the members of Rudder North formed their unique duo in March of 2010. Since, they have played a number of shows at local venues, coffeehouses, and open mic nights. On December 31st, 2010, Rudder North released their debut album, "Redwoods". Since the release, the duo have been playing original songs at any venue they can get their hands, feet, and 7+ instruments into. The pair have also started writing new songs in the short three months since the release.

Rudder North never ceases to surprise the audience with their ability to create easy listening, positive music while the small duo play multiple instruments at once. Though they may seem small, they give a pure, full sound. Experimenting with the guitar, and discovering the variety of sounds that can come from this stringed, wooden box, the two talented young men find excitement in making instruments of everyday objects. The wide variety of instruments they use include, guitars, mandolin, xylophone, harmonica, many different sources of percussion, and more.

Their first album, "Redwoods," took Rudder North just over half a year to write, and a couple of months to record. In less than a year, the pair produced the album in its entirety without the help of others. The album consists of everything from easy-listening acoustic harmonies and upbeat percussion ensembles to minor chord progressions producing their signature indie folk sound. "Redwoods" provides the listener with the everyday experiences of members, J.D. Fahr and Derek Torsani. This album served as an audible canvas for J.D. and Derek to express their experiences in life, such as their traveling hardships, relationships, and beliefs. Rudder North's debut album even features their unique rendition of the renowned "When You Were Young" by The Killers.

So what does Rudder North see in their near future? Well, having recently won the battle of the bands at local college, the confident musicians plan to take on as many other local battles as possible. In addition to a greater number of local shows scattered around their area, Rudder North is hoping to tour the country, starting on the East Coast. Always writing new songs, the two expect to see a second album in the near future. Only time can tell what may come for this upcoming soulful folk duo.

Rudder North is: JD Fahr & Derek Torsani

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Illustrations: Bonnie Bladen