Artist description The Inge Berge Band mixes elements of mainstream Folk/AOR with a wild, glammy, sometimes punk-ish thang..the result being an electrifying live show that satisfies your need to groove and mosh, but with equal focus (at least) on honest, heartfelt, meaningful lyrics. The band is fronted by Norwegian-born Inge Berge, whose unpredictable and sometimes flamboyant stage presence has helped earn the band a loyal following in the Boston area, as well as a growing number of people who think he's just plain nuts. The latter still come to the shows! Some people think Inge's lyrics and general attitude make the band somewhat "controversial". While it is true that Inge has been seen naked in public on several occasions, this can hardly be construed as "controversial," as it has been done many times before by numerous other artists. The main focus of the band, soundwise, is on vocals: The Inge Berge Band is one of very few Boston area bands to proudly feature two excellent and beautiful female backup vocalists. The Inge Berge Band is not an 'alternative band'. It is certainly not a jam-band. It's a showband, and one whose shows have both style and substance.

Music Style GlamFolkPop

Musical Influences Bowie, Lennon, Paul Simon, Waits, Springsteen, Cohen, Dylan, Joni.....

Similar Artists Bowie, Spacehog, Abba, Lennon, Police. A truly unique blend!

Artist History The Inge Berge Band saw the light of day in 1997, after the demise of Inge's former band, Vagabond Vision. Vagabond Vision, a folksy acoustic trio, had been gaining popularity on the local coffeehouse/crunchy granola circuit for a couple of years, and while this remains a strong element of Inge's musical makeup, he saw the need to add just the right touch of angst and anarchy back into the mix...so he went solo for a while, then formed a new backup band. The band debuted at Gloucester Stage Co. with two sold out shows, and has been enjoyed by a growing and loyal local following since then.

Group Members Inge Berge: Lead Vocals, glitterpants & a loud, red acoustic guitar-------Matthew Laurence (formerly of yEP!): Bass Humorist-------John Newcomer (Shake): Drums------Brian DeFort (formerly of The Prolz): Lead Guitar-----Kascia Murray: Backing Vocals & Friendly Demeanor------Amy Sharfstein: Backing Vocals & Excellent Dental Hygiene

Instruments ac. gtr, bass, gtr, dr, vox, vox, vox, vox, vox,

Albums AREA 51 (ep) + various demos

Press Reviews "An adventurous ensemble" - Boston Globe"------Cape Anns most dynamic Acoustic Act" - Gloucester Daily Times-------"Creative Gems[...]glorious arrangements that soar with wonderment" - Metronome Magazine

Additional Info At our gigs: Cute Girls in Thongs Drink Free - That's the Inge Berge Band Guarantee!!* (*Must wear thong only. Void where prohibited by law)

Location Gloucester, MA - USA

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