Mantis Records

Understanding that independent acts making their first record may not have thousands of dollars to spend on a record, the owners of Mantis Records do what they can to make the recording experience affordable and enjoyable. Quality pieces of equipment and comfortable yet fugal surroundings make the studio comprehensive and relaxed. Bands can feel at ease in the hands of Mitch Webb, the only working engineer/producer in the state of South Carolina who is a certified ProTools operator in addition to having a degree in sound design from The Savannah College of Art and Design. Gear: “I use Protools LE with the DIGI 002 along with the Apogee Ensemble so I have plenty analogue ins for live recording and quality conversion,” says owner Mitch Webb. “I route all my signals through my trusty Berhinger 24-channel console. I use the Rode NT 1-A condenser for vocals. I have some Sennheizer E 609 mics for amps and toms, and the classic SM 57s for everything else.”

Clients: Divided We Fall, Part Time Heroes,

Disciples of Your

Booking Contact: Mitch Webb

Phone: (843) 571-7510

Email: webb99@bellsouth.net

Website: www.mantisrecords.net

The WindJammer: A Seaside Venue With a Wild Reputation

At first glance, The Windjammer looks like a party paradise (see: Bud Bikini Bash), but it’s actually one of Charleston’s best music venues. Founded in 1972 by two brothers, the venue has seen many great acts like John Mayer, Edwin McCain, Big Head Todd and the Monsters and Cracker grace its stage. Today, you may see Tift Merritt play one night and The Explorers Club play the next.

To book a gig, email Bobby Ross with your website, which should have your music, contact information, tour calendar and frequently played venues. If your website does not have the information above, include it in the email. Be sure to have the name of your band in the subject line.

Genres: Rock, singer/songwriter, jam, indie rock

Booking Contact: Bobby Ross

Phone: (843) 886-8596

Email: windjammer@comcast.net

Address: 1008 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms, SC 29451

Website: www.the-windjammer.com

In the News

Influenced by groups such as Widespread Panic, My Morning Jacket and The Blues Brothers, alternative rock band Milhouse has been touring much of the south to support its last release, A Collection of Rare Birds. The four-piece band has been receiving lots of support and critical acclaim from its Charleston fan base and local press. Milhouse kicked off its fall tour at the end of August.

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milhouseband

Local venue The Pour House is hosting a great number of shows this month including Dubconscious on Sept. 4, Larry Keel & Natural Bridge on Sept. 12 and Blue Mountain on Sept. 20. Also, Zach Deputy will be performing a few times in September.

www.charlestonpour

house.com

This month, Charleston’s Music Farm is offering a tremendous line-up with acts like Cowboy Mouth, Pinback and Lee Brice on Sept. 27.

www.musicfarm.com

Indie rock group All Get Out has made lots of noise in the indie music scene with its first release, The Spitting EP, released in August 2007. Since then, the Charlestonbased ensemble has been in the studio recording tracks for its next release and performing in Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX and Fort Smith, AR. All Get Out is still on tour at the moment and will be playing at the O.N.E. Music Festival in Greenwood, SC from Oct. 3 until Oct. 5.

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LoudAsAllGetOut

Southern-style rock artist Edwin McCain is currently rounding up the end of his Nobody’s Fault But Mine summer tour in promotion of his recent record, which was released June 24 on Saguaro Road Records. McCain’s last tour stop for this year will be on Sept. 19 at the Meredith College Amphitheatre in Raleigh, NC. He will hit the road again in January of next year.

www.edwin.com

Cover band Cloud 9 has been playing several gigs the past month, mainly in Charlotte, NC, and is playing at the WildWing Café in downtown Charleston on Sept. 20. The band is not your average “granddad” cover band playing old and classic rock songs of the golden era, but also covers pop songs of contemporary acts like Justin Timberlake, 311, Gorillaz and Lil’ Jon.

www.cloud9rocks.com

52.5 Records is the Charleston hot spot for local bands and visiting acts to play an in-store CD release show or simply browse through endless bins and bins of vinyl and CDs of other indie artists. With a knowledgeable staff, lots of variety in noncommercial musical taste and redecorated new interior, 52.5 Records has managed to stick around for over a decade,

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