BAOBAB

Download “Repetition in Order,” a remastered...

Tue, 06 Aug 2013 11:30:24 -0400

Download “Repetition in Order,” a remastered compilation of our favorite old tunes (and a few new ones) for free on Bandcamp: http://baobabmusic.bandcamp.com/album/repetition-in-order

Announcing PROjectproJECT

Fri, 28 Jun 2013 20:11:00 -0400

We’ll be projecting some of our music videos, plus some amazing short films from some of our favorite artist friends, on the outsides of buildings around the Triangle this summer. For the latest on showings, go here.

Video for “Loh Dalum Bay”

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:11:00 -0400

Video for “Loh Dalum Bay”

BAYOHBAHB officially released!

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:52:20 -0400

BAYOHBAHB officially released!:

BAYOHBAHB is released for digital download! Grab your copy on Amazon or iTunes.

Physical copies (vinyl, usb) will be released April 30th.

“Oceanus Procellarum,” live @ Local 506

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:00:58 -0500

“Oceanus Procellarum,” live @ Local 506

Double Album Release Show! We’re really excited to be...

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:49:00 -0500

Double Album Release Show!

We’re really excited to be playing with Virgins Family Band for our first show of 2013. Details at the event page.

Recessfest, July 29

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 11:09:49 -0400

Recessfest, July 29:

We’re excited be playing in Charlotte at the Recessfest later this month, debuting even more new songs.

Review from Record Dept.

Sat, 12 May 2012 22:15:22 -0400

“Durham, NC duo Baobab – Phil Torres (vocals, multi-instrumental) and Whitney Trettien (piano) – have released their self-titled full-length debut album of experimental folk. The two are incredibly educated: Torres possesses an M.S. in neuroscience, undertook graduate studies at Harvard, and is publishing a book titled A Crisis of Faith: Atheism, Emerging Technologies, and the Future of Philosophy while Trettien holds a Masters from M.I.T in comparative literature and is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Duke in English. So its no surprise that they bring an intellectual edge, lyricism and nuanced textures to the table. Using acoustic and electronic means, their sound incorporates world music and chants. Standouts among the 14 self-produced tracks include "Brownian Motion,” “Getting To Know You,” and “Music For A Movie.”“ – Written by SMarx

Thanks so much for the kind words, Record Dept.! We really appreciate it…

Treble in Trouble Interview...

Sat, 12 May 2012 14:55:00 -0400

“After hearing their self-titled, debut release, we caught up with Phil Torres of Baobab to talk all things music, after recognizing the rare instance in which awesome music nerd, interesting intellectual and kick-ass musician are melded into one superhuman. And naturally, taking the opportunity to pick his brain!”

Read the whole interview here.

Thanks so much for the opportunity to chat, Treble in Trouble, it was a lot of fun! (Please visit Treble in Trouble for awesome interviews, reviews and videos.)

New music, new review

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:34:06 -0400

“Listening to this album would make the most sense (to me) while walking alone down a sunsoaked path through a busy market in a foreign city in which I’ve never before been (or will ever be again), watching the people shout and laugh in a language I can’t understand.”

Thanks for the kind words, Z!

Interdisciplinary Music Collective showcase

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:46:00 -0400

Sixth Sun Benefit Concert

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:07:05 -0400

Sixth Sun helps communities plan urban gardens. We love what they do, and we’re excited to be playing this benefit show for them with some of our favorite Triangle-area acts!

We have a Facebook page!

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:00:00 -0400

Baobab is now on Facebook! “Like” us to follow for show announcements, photos and (eventually) new songs.

Another Album Review

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 10:46:42 -0400

Thanks to Write to the Beat for making us Submission of the Week!

The album is a lovely, calming collection of tracks that bring to mind a less Spanish Devendra Banhart. With quite a bit of classical guitar expertise, Torres manages to show off his licks while writing simple, often tribal-influenced tunes. The instrumental “Music for a Movie” showcases a well-balanced mix of electric and acoustic sounds that is found on the whole album. Baobab has plenty of room to grow into his unique tribal-electro-folk sound, and it looks like he’ll need it.

The Bottom String Review!

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 11:21:02 -0500

Thanks so much for the incredibly kind words, The Bottom String! Read the whole review here.

This fourteen track debut album is a self-produced gem out of Durham that combines aspects of folk, electronic, experimental, and world music. … Each track is a stand-out, making for phenomenal cohesion. The juxtaposition of this wall of sound with raw acoustic guitars layered over it makes for an incredible soundscape that is far easier than expected to find yourself lost in. Filled with reverberated worldly chants that can often sound afro-pop-ish, the duo of Baobab has done a wonderful job of making themselves stand out in the triangle music scene. One could argue they’re one of the most diverse acts in the region…“

"Music for a Movie" review!

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:48:00 -0500

Here’s what Those Who Dig had to say about our song “Music for a Movie”:

Their self-titled debut album just came out - available for free download! - and it features a beautiful fusion of the acoustic and the electronic. I was floored by this track “Music for a Movie.” The only failing of the title is that I don’t think it could easily be in the background of anything because of how it grabs your attention and sweeps you up in it. It is lush and intricate and the world music vibes radiate a universal warmth. I dig.

Read the whole review here.

Sunset in the Rearview review!

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:38:00 -0500

…apparently a new band has sprung up out of nowhere and is very quickly gaining traction amongst music bloggers internationally. … Their sound is unique, decorated with electronic sounds mixed with acoustic-sounding guitars, all iced with beautiful layered vocals that feel like silk sheets on freshly made bed. It’s beautiful and captivating all at the same time.

Read the whole review here. Really appreciate the kind words, Sunset in the Rearview!

Transient Jukebox Review

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:33:00 -0500

Baobab’s self titled debut is like a friendly squareoff between a high-on-life acoustic guitarist and a slightly warped electronist.

Yep, that’s about right!

Thanks so much for the kind words, Transient Jukebox! The whole review can be read here.

Indie Shuffle reviews "Spring Forward"

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:43:00 -0500

Baobab’s single, “Spring Forward,” is complex, hypnotizing, and pleasantly trippy. Layered vocals, looped electronic effects, a xylophone, and guitar, amongst many other layers, envelope my ears and uplift my soul.

Thanks, Indie Shuffle! Read the entire review here.

Another Review and a Shout-Out

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:02:29 -0500

Thanks to D. Durand over at Mitten Mouth Music for writing: “With songs like Brownian Motion, Spring Forward, Music for a Movie and Poor I Was it is only natural to fall ear over ear for their hard to believe self-titled debut album Baobab. I was fortunate enough to have news of this band e-mailed to me, (How lucky am I? Very!). So, I am only paying a good deed forward, in the hopes it will make others feel as good as I felt when listening to a big bowlful of the ‘comfort music’ that is Baobab.” Read the whole review here.

Also, thanks to April from Common Folk Music for tweeting: “A glistening album from BAOBAB that combines the brilliancy of electronic music & the beauty of folk”!