“Banjolectric rebrands the instrument as a modern pop machine” - PopMatters
“You’ll be absolutely mesmerized.” - Americana Highways
FROM: USA / FR (Rennes)
GENRE: Alt-Folk / Global / Live Looping
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“Roots Album”
EN: Drawing from the deep well of “American Roots” folk traditions, Banjolectric injects dance-floor energy, pop hooks, global influences, and serious groove into a banjo-centric songwriter show, creating a virtuosic alt-folk spectacle unlike any other. Gregory Mulkern’s undeniable banjo chops and 100% live looping performance bring you an electrified folk party with one foot rooted in tradition and the other foot boldly seeking new ground.
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FR: Puisant dans les profondeurs des traditions « American Roots », Banjolectric injecte de l'énergie dancefloor, des refrains pop, des influences mondiales et un groove sérieux dans un spectacle folk alternatif du banjo qui ne ressemble à aucun autre. Les talents de banjo indéniables de Gregory Mulkern et sa performance de 100% “live loops” vous offrent une fête folk électrifiée avec un pied enraciné dans la tradition et l'autre pied cherchant de nouveaux terrains.
FOR ALL INQUIRIES: gregmulkern@gmail.com
Press Quotes:
“The consummate musician and songwriter…continues to pedal forward with boundary-breaking, banjo-centric musical innovations.”
(Pop Matters)
“Banjolectric combines innovative technical skill with raw gritty vocals to achieve an enchanting effect. You’ll be absolutely mesmerized by the eclectic blend.”
(Americana Highways)
“Banjolectric Rebrands the Instrument As a Modern Pop Machine”
”Gregory Mulkern sets out to prove that the instrument is capable of much more than many of us are currently aware of—and, he succeeds.”
Music Video “Another Thing For Pain” praised in Pop Matters as a “Raw reflection on substance abuse” that “continues to push the envelope on what a banjo can do".” - Jonathan Frahm
“A skilled musician, Mulkern is also an accomplished songwriter and vocalist. Banjolectric pays tribute to the instruments illustrious role in folk music history while using the contemporary moment to expand the banjo's sonic capacity.”
(Elisabeth Woronzoff, Pop Matters)
"So fresh! Banjolectric's originality leaves you wanting to hear more."“[Banjolectric] is essentially forging a new Americana that you can’t help but admire” - Take Effect
(Detroit Performers Expo)
“Fresh” “Original” “Innovative”
(Grateful Web)
"Banjolectric's blending of genres is great for summer festivals."
(Detroit Performers Expo)
"It's amazing what Banjolectric can do."
(Detroit Performers Expo)