tag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:/blogs/news?p=15News2021-10-28T14:20:23-05:00The Big Paybackfalsetag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/67896112021-10-28T14:20:23-05:002023-10-16T09:44:42-05:00Live album release w/ Panchromatic Steel<p>Hello friends,</p>
<p>We’re absolutely floored to play our first public performance since the onset of the pandemic! We’ll be sharing the stage at the High Noon Saloon with our friends <a contents="Panchromatic Steel" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.panchromaticsteel.com/" target="_blank">Panchromatic Steel</a>. It’s truly going to be a magical night and we’d love to see you there! </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>The Big Payback live album release w/ Panchromatic Steel <br>Thursday, November 18 <br>High Noon Saloon <br>7pm doors / 8pm show <br>Ages 18+ <br><a contents="Proof of vaccination or negative covid test required" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.high-noon.com/event/the-big-payback-album-release-w-panchromatic-steel/" target="_blank">Proof of vaccination or negative covid test required</a> <br><a contents="Tickets link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-big-payback-album-release-w-madison-wisconsin-11-18-2021/event/07005AF6A44C2998" target="_blank">Tickets link</a> </strong></p>
<p>Two years ago, you helped us pack the High Noon to celebrate our 10th anniversary. We recorded the festivities, and we’ll be releasing it as our first live album on November 18! You can expect us to play music from our studio albums as well as some new material. And who knows what Panchromatic have up their sleeves? We just know they’re always a good time! </p>
<p>Much love, <br>TBP</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/d1be6a5931171c05abed2e836ecaead3a4e8d24b/original/231886561-10158789805668583-8894581177924921031-n.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/65548612021-02-21T14:31:38-06:002021-02-21T14:31:38-06:00UW-Platteville Performing Arts Series Virtual Concert<p>Hello music lovers, </p>
<p>It’s been a hot minute, hasn’t it? Of course we’re all going a little stir crazy. We’re looking forward to a time in this hopefully not-so-distant future when we’re able to safely be on stage together and share some good vibes with you. </p>
<p>In the meantime, we are excited to share a unique concert experience with you in the comfort of your own home! The last show we played together before the onset of the pandemic was a very special 10-year celebration of our time together. We captured the moment with a high-quality video and audio recording, and we are pleased to share the performance now as part of UW-Platteville's Performing Arts Series. Our very own Allen Cordingley teaches at UW-Platteville, and we're honored to be part of this wonderful series. </p>
<p>If you were at that show at the High Noon Saloon, we hope this video will bring back fond memories. It certainly does for us! If you were not in attendance, be prepared for some high-octane Big Payback. You will see some of our live staples, as well as some material that we have rarely played live and some brand new songs as well! </p>
<p>To get tickets, call the University Box Office at 608.342.1298 or go to www.uwplatt.edu/department/box-office. Tickets are $10 per household and a link to the show will be emailed to those that purchase tickets the day of the show. The performance will then be available for you to view for 10 days, until March 7. </p>
<p>This show was one of the absolute highlights of our 10 years together as a band. We truly hope you enjoy re-living the event or watching for the first time. </p>
<p>We’ll see you soon. Much love, <br>TBP</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/4baf7f369f9fffd3d29a4e8d1f27fe6bd0e067c8/original/149271108-10165169900950624-8379459660452561745-o.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/59557432019-11-10T10:15:47-06:002020-05-27T11:08:30-05:00Help us celebrate our tenth anniversary!<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">The Big Payback 10 Year Anniversary Show <br>+Live album recording <br>Saturday, November 16 <br>High Noon Saloon <br><br>7:30 doors, DJ Cooper Talbot<br>8:30 The Big Payback<br>11:00 Bird's Eye<br>Ages 18+ <br><a contents="Tickets link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.ticketweb.com/event/the-big-payback-10-year-high-noon-saloon-tickets/9863825?REFID=clientsitewp" target="_blank">Tickets link</a> <br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/a504be39a13237275e563f0e582d93374ef9e047/original/thebigpayback-hns-111619-cover.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></span></p>
<p>Expect to hear us play music from our albums Overture and Animal Brain, as well as some brand new material! We will also be recording and filming the whole set, so you have a chance to be part of a live album!</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/59049352019-09-25T14:17:17-05:002019-09-26T15:08:22-05:00Ten years!<p>Dear listeners,<br><br>This year, we get to celebrate something that not every band gets to celebrate: our 10 year anniversary! It's surreal to think that we've been together for a decade. We fondly remember our first show at the Frequency in Madison in the fall of 2009. We were lucky enough to get a recording of that show. Listening to it now, the energy is palpable. We've changed our look and refined our sound over the years, but we still feel that same energy every time we're on a stage.<br><br>To commemorate our decade of existence, we are playing two very special shows. We have some new original music and other surprises in the works. The first show is in our home away from home at St. Joseph, Michigan. We've been coming across the lake on a yearly basis for some time now, so it felt natural to kick off the celebration in St. Joseph.<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/72b3c9070dfe316e0ee01eeb08f8a71b9dfee286/original/thebigpayback-poster.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>The Big Payback 10 Year Anniversary Show<br>October 4<br>The GhostLight Theatre<br>7:30 Doors/ 8:30 Show</strong></p>
<p>Only 100 tickets are being sold for the October 4 show, so get them in advance! Here's the tickets <a contents="link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.smso.org/Concerts/SMSO%20Presents/TBP.html" target="_blank">link</a>.<br> </p>
<p>And of course we'll throw a party in our hometown of Madison! This one will be extra special because we're making a live recording. We'll also have some special guests joining us onstage.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/7b0f2b177741e52fac015357ca534883fbc728c6/original/thebigpayback-hns-111619-ig.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>The Big Payback 10 Year Anniversary Show<br>w/ Bird's Eye and DJ Cooper Talbot<br>November 16</strong><br><strong>High Noon Saloon</strong><br><strong>7:30 Doors/ 8:30 Show</strong></p>
<p>We absolutely could not have made it to ten years without such a wonderful group of dedicated listeners, dancers, and fellow music lovers. To everyone who has listened and supported us over the years, thank you so much! We can't express how much it means to us. We really hope to see you at one of these shows.</p>
<p>Yours in groove,<br>TBP<br> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/58757342019-08-30T15:09:33-05:002019-08-30T15:09:33-05:00RESPECT 2019<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/927a51914f6ba4b6a3e7ee2144a4ae8b4c9e22ee/original/unnamed.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">FPC Live Presents: </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">3rd Annual RESPECT: A Celebration of Women in Music <br>Starring The Big Payback <br>Saturday, August 31 <br>at Majestic Madison </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">A Revue Style Benefit for Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Welcomed by local woman owned startup, UnderBelly, a curated app that connects you to local businesses and niche events. </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Doors 7PM | Show 8PM <br>All Ages </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Tickets $18 ADV | $20 DOS</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">⭐ Featuring ⭐ <br>Amethyst Von Trollenburg as Beyonce <br>Shawndell Marks as Brandi Carlile <br>Teresa Marie Hardy as India.Arie <br>Meghan Hamilton & Ginny Kincaid as The Indigo Girls <br>Marilyn Fisher as Ella Fitzgerald <br>Hannah Larson as Stevie Nicks <br>Molly Fish as Alanis Morissette <br>Angela Puerta as Celia Cruz <br>Leah Isabel Tirado as Gloria Estefan <br>Lo Marie as Amy Winehouse <br>Liz Flieg as Bonnie Raitt </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Hosted by Cooper Talbot - Host of Her Infinite Variety on WORT FM</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/54353192018-09-19T14:20:31-05:002018-09-19T14:20:31-05:00Secret Circus Music Festival this weekend!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/e0086d0ebae9ad9ff21d9a01441f8dba3383958f/original/5b215d0fa710aa522bfe4051-sc-2018-final-release-handbill-for-web-p-1080.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Secret Circus Music Festival in Somerset, WI is this weekend! It's a great lineup. We play Saturday, Sept. 22 at 7:00.</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/52974092018-06-15T09:58:03-05:002020-05-27T11:09:19-05:00Announcing the 2nd annual RESPECT: A Celebration of Women in Music<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/4f60b43ab9ab22b5ec6e172dc28b77d86cfe44cb/original/1.jpg" class="size_orig justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>We are thrilled to bring you the 2nd installment of this revue-style show! Mark your calendars and get your <a contents="tickets" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/5587675/fpc-live-presents-respect-2a-celebration-of-women-in-music-benefitting-planned-parenthood-madison-majestic-theatre-madisonwi?cobrand=majesticmadison&partner_id=240#_ga=2.85291545.1296732647.1529003943-2034080665.1529003943" target="_blank">tickets</a> soon! The event sold out last year, so you'll want to get a jump on it.</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/50018652018-01-01T13:14:07-06:002018-01-01T13:14:07-06:00Happy New Year!<p>Happy New Year from everyone in The Big Payback! We wish you a happy and prosperous 2018 full of music and love.</p>
<p>We're looking forward to kicking our year off with a performance at MadCity Sessions in the Overture Center's Capitol Theater.</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/53885ee2e4e607e97829fc37a460a4f12e2c00d7/original/1718-mcs-digitalposter-kinfolk-bigpay.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>MadCity Sessions<br>feat. Kinfolk and The Big Payback<br>Thursday, January 18 @ 7:30 p.m.<br>Free show<br>Capitol Theater at the Overture Center</strong><br> </p>
<p>It's a whole new year with a whole new set of possibilities. We're itching to get our Payback on in 2018, and we hope you can join us!<br><br>Peace and music,<br>TBP<br> </p>
<p> </p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/47838722017-07-18T15:55:18-05:002017-07-25T17:46:23-05:00Respect: A Celebration of Women in Music<p>We're less than two weeks away from a very special show! We are pleased to be the house backing band for...</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/de4dc0216564c6fc7298e37e7c6c875413a5d6e9/original/11x17-respect-web-01-copy.jpg?1500410861" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Respect: A Celebration of Women in Music</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Saturday, July 29</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Doors 7 pm, show 8 pm</b></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Majestic Theatre</b></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Tickets available <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8137679/majestic-liveisthmusthe-hive-present-respecta-celebration-of-women-in-music-benefitting-planned-parenthood-madison-majestic-theatre-madisonwi?cobrand=majesticmadison&partner_id=240#_ga=2.140126707.1763823339.1500411739-1692425507.1500411739" target="_blank">here</a></b></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>RSVP on <a contents="Facebook" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/286998931759159" target="_blank">Facebook</a></strong></p>
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<p>This is the most diverse range of music we've ever covered in one show. We're pulling out all the stops to bring you the music of these legendary women. The singers we get to work with are super talented, and we can't wait to put on this unique show!</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/47778392017-07-13T12:21:18-05:002017-07-13T12:21:18-05:00Live and Local at the Edgewater<p><span class="font_large">Free show alert!</span></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/4cb0f93cfcabc6edcb218d2a129c06df17c5fa07/original/17883699-1375174345880961-3648043357554000020-n.jpg?1499966326" class="size_orig justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Live and LocALE Saturdays w/ The Big Payback</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Saturday, July 22 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">The Edgewater Madison</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">1001 Wisconsin Place, Madison, WI</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Free admission</span></p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/46768712017-04-19T12:48:41-05:002017-07-17T09:51:13-05:00Rockin’ for a CureJoin us this Saturday at the Radisson Hotel in Madison for a very important cause!<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/69a47097d72e379583c157beb0dbd980dae1ec97/original/2017-event-program.jpg?1492623611" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;">
<strong>Rockin’ for a Cure: A Live Music Event Supporting ALS Patients in Wisconsin<br>Saturday, April 22<br>Doors 6 p.m.<br>The Big Payback plays 7:30 p.m.<br>Radisson Hotel Madison<br>517 Grand Canyon Dr, Madison, WI</strong><br> </div>
<div>Features a broad variety of more than 100 Silent Auction items - Cash Bar, and Appetizers. All proceeds benefit the ALS Association Wisconsin Chapter. For tickets, click <a contents="www.rockinforacure.org" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.rockinforacure.org" target="_blank">www.rockinforacure.org</a>. $20 in advance, $30 at the door. Founded by Madison Scouts Alum, Steve Weekes, who lost his battle with ALS in 2005. Brought to you by Alumni and friends of the Madison Scouts Drum & Bugle Corps. RSVP on Facebook <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/286035775105037/?active_tab=about" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
<div style="text-align: center;"> </div>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/45156502016-12-17T17:48:54-06:002016-12-17T17:48:54-06:00Funk Fest<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/25898a6295b2ceaf37771e75e749ecbc19fffdcb/original/funkfest2017.jpg?1479331852" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>
<p style="text-align: center;">Majestic Live Presents <br>WISCONSIN FUNK FEST <br>::Featuring:: <br>The Big Payback <br>Mama Digdown's Brass Band <br>Immigré <br>& DJ Phil Money </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Saturday, January 7th <br>Doors at 7:00pm // Show at 8:00pm <br>at Majestic Theatre </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Tickets" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://bit.ly/MajFunk" target="_blank">Tickets</a> $10 ADV // DOS<br><br><br> </p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/44073862016-10-06T15:40:04-05:002019-01-12T15:24:36-06:00Animal Brain<p><span class="font_large">The Big Payback will release its second full length album, <em>Animal Brain</em>, on November 18! A CD release party will be held at the Knuckle Down Saloon in Madison.</span></p>
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<span class="font_large"><strong>Animal Brain CD release<br><a contents="Knuckle Down Saloon" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.knuckledownsaloon.com/" target="_blank">Knuckle Down Saloon</a><br>Friday, November 18</strong></span><br> </div>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/6bc7ebae0157df6916d6ac5822338c0fea291d60/original/tbp-animalbrain-cover4web.jpg?1475786095" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Track listing:</span></p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large">Running with the Fire <br>I Want to Give (My Love to You) <br>Crosstown Traffic <br>Romeo Knows <br>Power to Let Go <br>Animal Brain I <br>Mauna Ulu <br>Above the Rain <br>Greenblood <br> Animal Brain II <br> Friday Night Phase <br> Animal Brain III</span></div>
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<p><br><span class="font_large">We are so very proud of everything about this album, from the performance of each musician to the sound design to the artwork. We can't wait for you to hear it!</span></p>
<p> </p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/42592292016-07-01T10:03:18-05:002017-01-14T10:09:54-06:00Summerfest!<p>Today is the day! We will be making our Summerfest debut at 6:00 this evening at the Briggs and Stratton Stage. If you don't believe us, check out this picture:<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/8eabf243b3b7eca29f31777b031ff2a158217a5d/original/summerfest-tbp.jpeg?1467384981" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> </p>
<p>See? Pictures don't lie! </p>
<p>So if you're going to Summerfest tonight (and why <em>wouldn't </em>you?), come and say hi. We'll be keeping people dancing from 6:00 to 7:30. A full 90 minutes of Payback!</p>
<p>Have a wonderful 4th of July weekend! </p>
<p>Cheers, <br>TBP</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/42378672016-06-19T12:46:30-05:002017-01-14T10:09:54-06:006-19-16<p>Hello everyone,<br><br>Our next gig is in beautiful Waunakee for the Live from the Park series! </p>
<p><strong>Tuesday, June 28<br>The Village Park Gazebo<br><a contents="301 S. Division St, Waunakee, WI" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/301+S+Division+St,+Waunakee,+WI+53597/@43.1869377,-89.4493999,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x880700918c4d856f:0x4f90021afec44d0e!8m2!3d43.1869377!4d-89.4472112" target="_blank">301 S. Division St, Waunakee, WI</a><br><br>Live music 6:30-8:30 p.m. <br>Food carts starting at 5:30 p.m. </strong></p>
<p>Bring blankets, chairs, a bottle of wine...anything you desire to set up your evening picnic. Concerts are free and all are welcome!</p><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/3957fe98be60660db987d4f741e429c1c2cb5223/large/waunakee-2.jpg?1466358062" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/42085622016-06-02T12:45:28-05:002017-01-14T10:09:54-06:00A Night Out for GoodmanTomorrow night, you'll get a chance to indulge yourself while doing something good for your community! How often does that happen?<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/7630759cf3e2b04c14cc6b3bd503fa80cd9e97dd/medium/image-for-bpt.jpg?1464888821" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;">
<strong><span class="font_large">A Night Out for Goodman</span></strong><br><span class="font_large"><strong>Beer and Chocolate Tasting Benefit<br>Friday, June 3 2016 from 6-10 p.m.</strong></span><br> </div>
<div>The third annual beer and chocolate tasting benefit will feature The Big Payback, 12 breweries and 10 chocolatiers in addition to a photo booth by Beyond the Booth, games, and door prizes. Money raised from this event helped strengthen the programs and services at the Goodman Community Center. Eating good chocolate, drinking good beer and listening to good music never did so much good! </div>
<p>This event features 3 oz. pours, a commemorative pint glass and brochure and many bites of delicious chocolate. </p>
<p>There are still tickets remaining for this event. Buy them online <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://anightoutforgoodman.bpt.me/" target="_blank">here</a> before they sell out! </p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/41839392016-05-16T23:14:19-05:002017-01-14T10:09:54-06:005-16-16Psst...<br><br>The UW Memorial Union Terrace is open again. And we're going to be playing there this Friday!<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/6fec1932ae45f545429bdc451fb68db1c3b491dd/original/terrace-poster-5-20-16.jpg?1463458040" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;">
<strong>The Big Payback plays at UW Memorial Union Terrace<br>Friday, May 20 9:00 p.m.</strong><br><strong>All ages, no cover</strong><br> </div>
<div>It's awesome to get a chance to play at this Madison staple. We'll be doing our non-rain dances all week!</div>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/41700472016-05-07T12:08:13-05:002017-01-14T10:09:54-06:005-7-16Hey hey!<br><br>It's going to be an epic party next weekend at the Harmony. Check it out:<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/186598ce1c6085f16d031dd107fcd68cd43042bc/original/5-13-16-poster.jpg?1462640704" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Megan Bobo & The Lux<br>The Big Payback<br>Gabe Burdulis Trio<br><br>Friday, May 13 9:00 pm<br>$7, 21+<br>Harmony Bar and Grill</strong></div>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/41067902016-03-26T13:02:38-05:002017-08-14T00:13:19-05:003-26-16Here's your next chance to get down with the Payback! We're happy to have our good friends Immigré on the bill as well. This is shaping up to be a very fun night!<br> <div style="text-align: center;">
<strong>The Big Payback with Immigré<br>Friday, April 1 8:00 p.m.<br><a contents="Knuckle Down Saloon" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.knuckledownsaloon.com/" target="_blank">Knuckle Down Saloon</a><br>$8 cover</strong><br> </div>
<div>These two bands put together are going to be a serious dance party! Don't miss it!</div>
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<br> </div>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/40092192016-01-26T17:43:52-06:002016-01-26T17:43:52-06:001-26-16<p>A couple trailers to whet your appetite for Mardi Gras. See you on February 6!</p>
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<p>We're bringing Bourbon Street to Bellevue! Join us for a Mardi Gras Party with The Big Payback of Madison, WI on Saturday February 6 at 8 P.M. **SHARE THIS POST and be entered into a drawing to WIN A FREE APPETIZER OR DESSERT on February 6.</p>Posted by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/flattedfifthbbq/">Flatted Fifth Blues & BBQ at Potter's Mill</a> on Tuesday, January 19, 2016</blockquote></div></div>
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<p>Our Mardi Gras headliner, The Big Payback, shared with us their power anthems. What music get you pumped up? Hopefully an evening of funk on Saturday February 6 at 8 PM with The Big Payback. **SHARE THIS POST by Thursday Jan. 28 and be entered into a drawing to WIN A FREE APPETIZER OR DESSERT on February 6.</p>Posted by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/flattedfifthbbq/">Flatted Fifth Blues & BBQ at Potter's Mill</a> on Monday, January 25, 2016</blockquote></div></div>
<p> </p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/39657602015-12-18T13:55:18-06:002021-09-13T13:51:09-05:0012-18-15<p>The Big Payback will be playing a Mardi Gras celebration at the Flatted Fifth Blues and BBQ in Bellevue, Iowa!<br><br><strong>Mardi Gras Party w/ The Big Payback<br>Saturday, February 6<br>8:00 pm<br>Flatted Fifth Blues & BBQ at Potter's Mill<br>300 Potter Drive, Bellevue, IA</strong><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>It will be our first time playing at this place. We've heard great things about it!</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/39265042015-11-21T14:41:44-06:002017-01-14T10:09:54-06:0011-21-15Happy first snowfall of the year, fellow Midwesterners! We can't complain, it's been a wonderful autumn.<br><br>Here in Wisconsin, the festivals keep going all year round. They just move inside during the winter. We're pleased to announce our first gig of 2016:<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/70372f0265e6227f7fe40d40348e8cacebfec891/original/ig-funkfest-01.jpg?1448138217" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;">Isthmus Wicsonsin Funk Fest<br>w/ Steez, The Big Payback, Megan Bobo & the Lux, and DJ Phil Money<br>Saturday, January 9<br>Majestic Theatre<br>Doors open at 8 pm<br><br>Tickets available at <a contents="maesticmadison.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.majesticmadison.com" target="_blank">maesticmadison.com</a>
</div>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/39031672015-10-19T15:18:45-05:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:0010-19-15Hey all,<br><br>Here's a quick update for ya. It's been over a week, and we're just now coming down from our buzz from the amazing Clyde Stubblefield gig at the Overture Center. It was truly an honor to share the stage with such legends. We want to thank everyone who came out to celebrate Clyde and his music.<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/c46ff833e360011af53991d5eb1c090421f08558/original/12141094-10207047263212764-366272499104724831-o.jpg?1445285805" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br>Our next gig is coming up soon! Here's a sneak peek:<br><br><strong>The Big Payback @ Wisconsin Sate Music Conference<br>Wednesday, October 28 7:00 pm<br>Monona Terrace Convention Center<br>1 John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI</strong><br><br>The 2015 Wisconsin State Music Conference will kick off with a special performance by The Big Payback. This <strong>FREE</strong> concert features a dance floor and cash bar. Open to the public - so bring your friends!The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/38723312015-09-28T14:18:30-05:002015-09-28T14:18:30-05:009-28-15Put on yer beer-drinking shoes. The Big Payback is coming to Oktoberfest!<br><br>Check out this article in the La Crosse Tribune's <a contents="Sunday edition" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://lacrossetribune.com/la-crosse-native-s-band-to-perform-saturday/article_ff9ce398-685c-5532-84ee-6d22c7d51266.html" target="_blank">Sunday edition</a>:<br> <div class="title-block" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><h1 style="margin: 0px 0px 10px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-weight: normal; font-size: 40px; line-height: 46px; font-family: 'PT Serif', serif; color: rgb(64, 64, 64);">La Crosse native's band to perform Saturday</h1></div>
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<p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; font-family: inherit;">The award-winning Madison band, The Big Payback, will play from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at the South Side festgrounds.</p>
<p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; font-family: inherit;">After graduating from La Crosse Central High School in 2001, Kember earned a degree in trombone performance from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston and a master’s degree in trombone performance and an instrumental teaching certificate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.</p>
<p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; font-family: inherit;">Kember, son of 2011 Oktoberfest festmaster and frau Jerry and Nan Kember, founded The Big Payback in 2009, and his band won Isthmus’ Band to Band Combat in 2011. That same year, the group released Overture, its debut album, which won three Madison Area Music Awards in 2012. One of these went to Kember for composing the title track, “Overture,” which won Jazz Song of the Year.</p>
<p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; font-family: inherit;">“I’m really excited to bring my band back home to La Crosse,” said Kember, the band’s trombone player and front man, said. “This show means a lot to me. For five years, this band has been my big payback — the place where I could write new music with my friends and share my passion for music with students and audiences all over Wisconsin. I can’t wait to show off this band full of talented musicians in front of my hometown. Plus, it’s Oktoberfest! I can’t imagine a better audience.”</p>
<p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; font-family: inherit;">A nine-piece horn band that specializes in funk, R&B, and jazz, Kember said the Big Payback is known for ambitious original tunes that challenge even the most talented instrumentalists.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; font-family: inherit;">Throughout his middle and high school years, Jamie played in a band called The First Time Around that performed frequently around the La Crosse area.</p>
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<hr><p><span class="font_regular">Clyde Stubblefield started his musical career as a child in Chattanooga, TN, “playing on tin can lids, pasteboard boxes – everything.” Since then Clyde has played all over the world and recorded with some of the greatest funk, soul, and R&B performers including James Brown, Otis Redding, and Clayton Fillyau.</span></p>
<p><span class="font_regular">While recording and performing with James Brown, Clyde joined John “Jab’o” Starks and they became known as the funkiest men alive. Clyde recorded “Funky Drummer”. He and Jab’o are the most sampled drum tracks in the world.</span></p>
<hr><p><span class="font_regular">Come by any time between 6 & 8 PM. Grab a beer and some eats, and enjoy the best music Madison has to offer!</span></p>
<hr><p><span class="font_regular">2015 MAMA Awards:<br>• Children’s Song of the Year: Black Star Drum Line featuring DLO, Ant Da Hope Boy, Rob Dz – Joey B. Banks – “Slam”<br>• Children’s Performer of the Year: Black Star Drum Line<br>• Jazz Performer of the Year: The Big Payback<br>• Drummer/Percussionist of the Year: Joey B. Banks – (The Big Payback)</span></p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/38065882015-08-06T14:00:05-05:002015-08-06T14:00:05-05:00Kyle's studio diary pt. 4<span class="font_regular">Yesterday was the final full day of rhythm section tracking. I declare it a success!<br><br>Knowing the full band would show up at 6:00, we started around 4:00 by recording Leah's vocals over the best take of "Running with the Fire" from the previous night. Listening back to our hurried performance, it definitely sounded better than I feared. Once the vocals were finished, the song started to take shape. However, I was still a little unhappy with my own performance on the song.<br><br>We had just enough time to re-do an out-of-tune guitar part on "Greenblood" before the rest of the band arrived. We knew that we had 6 hours to cover 5 songs, which is pretty tight considering the length and complexity of a couple of them. We had our work cut out for us! The band immediately went to work like the absolute pros that they are.<br><br>Thankfully, the rest of the night went like clockwork. We started with the 3 remaining songs with vocals. Leah sang in her isolation booth along with the rhythm section in the main room. We also had Jamie, Dave, and Eric Siereveld playing horns in another room. They were there to provide cues and energy for the rhythm section, and their real takes will be recorded later. <br><br>As I mentioned earlier, the songs we saved for the last day were generally the ones that we were most familiar with. It really showed in the session. We made short work of even the most difficult parts. I was constantly reminded of the talent in this band. I am so fortunate to have a chance to play with the absolute best musicians around. Hats off!<br><br>Amazingly, we finished up the remaining 2 instrumental tunes with time to spare. We recorded an idea for a segue between songs, and Jeff and I even had some time to take another couple passes at those crazy difficult bits in "Running with the Fire." Poor Landon will have quite a few takes to sort through on that one.<br><br>Here's what we have left to do: horn parts, probably one more session with Leah to finish up vocals, maybe a few solos, and then some icing on the cake stuff (aux percussion, backing vocals, etc...). That seems very manageable to me right now. <br><br>We also have a lot of footage to sort through, thanks to Elizabeth. So far, it seems like we're doing this album the right way. I'll keep updating this diary as we proceed, so stay tuned for more in a few weeks! <br><br>Kyle</span>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/38041352015-08-05T11:54:01-05:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:00Kyle's studio diary pt. 3The album is one day closer to completion. Things that didn't sound like much are now starting to sound like actual songs!<br><br>Yesterday's recording session began with lead vocals. Leah tackled "I Want to Give (My Love to You)" first. It's probably the poppiest song of the bunch, but it has a couple curveballs. I think we were able to capture some good dynamics in the vocal performance.<br><br>We followed that with the new tune, "Above the Rain." Again, this is a brand new song that we've never actually played from start to finish as a whole band, so my rough demo is the only guide we had. Dave Buss appeared halfway through the session and remarked that it was nice to finally hear someone other than me sing that song. I agree with him completely! Leah really hit her stride in the dramatic ending. <br> <div class="captioned justify_center"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/bafaf80b1121505a9a9951a3b5e4c27c35748a94/original/unnamed-1.jpg?1438793355" class="size_orig justify_center border_" /><p class="caption">Landon working his magic at the board, me having fun in a swivel chair</p></div><br>After recording vocals for "Greenblood," we found ourselves behind schedule. With only 90 minutes remaining, Jamie and I made the call to get the rhythm section to attempt "Running with the Fire." It's a pretty ambitious challenge, but we figured we'd be better off using the full 90 minutes to get one song than picking an easier song and ending up with 15 minutes of useless leftover time at the end of the night. That one came down to the wire. The session was hurried and a bit stressful, but I think we managed to get everything we needed. I feel OK about it right now. Time will tell.<br><br>It wouldn't be a true recording session without some of that pressure. We have 5 songs yet to record today. Fortunately, we'll get to focus on getting full rhythm section takes for the majority of the evening. No set up required, just plug in and play. It's a time crunch, but worrying about it won't help anything. As Jamie reminded me, we now have the most difficult material under our belt. All we can do give each song our best and see where we end up.<br><br>Onward!The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/38023472015-08-04T02:49:33-05:002015-08-07T16:09:37-05:00Kyle's studio diary pt. 2<span class="font_regular">Day One of recording is in the books! I'm too wired to sleep just yet, so here's a blog entry for your amusement.<br><br>Things went very well! We had 6 hours booked, and we used every minute. It probably took us an hour or an hour and a half to get everything set up and ready to go for our first take of a song. That is very fast actually. We credit our engineer, Landon Arkens, with having as much as he could set up and ready to go when we walked in. It helps that we've worked with him before on three separate occasions. <br><br>Present at this session were Jamie, Joey B, Peter, <a contents="Ben Ferris" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.bferrisbass.com/" target="_blank">Ben Ferris</a> (on bass), and myself. Ben has played with us before, and Jeff is finishing up a tour with Harmonious Wail. So Ben agreed to play a few songs for the session before Jeff returns tomorrow. One of the realities of playing in a 9-piece band made up of professional, working musicians is that you have to be flexible with personnel. The Big Payback has an extended family of musicians that we rely upon for gigs as well as studio dates. It means we get to work with a broad range of talented people, which is not a bad situation at all. Ben did a top notch job on some tough material tonight, keeping a bouncy forward energy while locking in tightly with Joey B. Thanks, Ben!<br><br>Jamie was there to play some throwaway trombone tracks as cues, but his actual parts will be recorded with the rest of the horn section in September. He also acted as producer, cheerleader, and pizza orderman. The rhythm section all sat in one room (amps in separate rooms) and played each take together. We try to get as much of a "live band" feel as we can in recording sessions. Things are overdubbed usually because of logistics or studio isolation issues. Rhythm section in one chunk, horns in one chunk, vocals either separately or with rhythm section, then a few scattered solos and overdubs. <br><br>We had 3 songs on the docket for tonight, and we managed to knock them all out. One of them is brand new to us. We've never played it live, and it's one of the more complicated pieces I've written for the group. As expected, it took the most time to record. We had to break it down and build it back up section by section, but it didn't take us too long to get it figured out and put together into one whole.<br><br>I'm really looking forward to hearing how this particular song ends up. I'm a little nervous actually. I've demoed the piece with MIDI instruments and my own guide vocals, but that's the only time I've actually heard it from start to finish. I guess it's always a leap of faith to write music for a big band like this. You never know how your weird ideas are going to translate. But if tonight is any indication, this new one might be a keeper. The song is called "Above the Rain." <br><br>Ok, that's all for now. Day Two lies ahead of us!<br><br>-Kyle</span>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/38023462015-08-04T02:48:09-05:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:00Kyle's studio diary pt. 1<span class="font_regular">Hi there,<br><br>Kyle here. The Big Payback enters Blast House Studios today to begin work on our second album! I'm trying to keep something like a studio diary as we go, so keep checking this blog.<br><br>I started today feeling pretty prepared for the sessions. Definitely more prepared than last time. I'm sure there's still plenty of time for things to go wrong, but right now it seems like we have a chance at some smooth sailing. I got my guitars all re-strung and prettied up, and I've made sure every other piece of gear is working properly. I've been practicing the songs, working on sounds, programming pedals, deciding on tempos, and generally just immersing myself in the tunes.<br> </span>
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</div><br><span class="font_regular">The songs on the album this time around are all mine, with the exception of one cover tune that I arranged. The first of the original songs, "Friday Night Phase," was completed over 5 years ago. I actually remember finishing it up while we were recording Overture. It's been very interesting going over the songs I've written for the band in the last 5 years. They almost play out like a diary, and my life has had some twists and turns and ups and downs. The moods and subject materials comprise a very mixed bag. <br><br>I'm really excited to get started on this project. I love being in the studio- it feels like my most natural habitat. Even when the hours start stretching longer and longer at the end of a session, I usually seem to have a good time.<br><br>Oh, I am also going into this session armed with video cameras! Well, Elizabeth will take care of most of the filming. But on the days that she can't be there (like today), I'll get a chance to try out my own budding skills as a documentarian. Ok, "budding skills" might be a stretch, but I do know how to turn the camera on and how to zoom in. That's gotta count for something!<br><br>Stay tuned for more!<br>Kyle</span>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/37996342015-08-01T17:53:27-05:002015-08-01T17:54:15-05:008-1-15The time has come!<br><br>We are entering Blast House Studios on Monday to begin recording our second album. Once again, we're working with the great Landon Arkens as our engineer. Most of the rhythm tracks as well as Leah's vocals will be done this next week. The horns will work their magic in September, and then it will be time for overdubs, solos, and whatever else we need to do before mixing.<br><br>All told, we should have the thing more or less in the can by September. With mixing, mastering, artwork, and press work, we're probably looking at an early 2016 release. We have a tentative title, but we'll keep it under wraps for now in case it changes.<br><br>The album will include 10 full songs. Some of them you may have heard at shows, and some will be new. Watch this space for further updates as we dive into this project. <br><br>We're so excited! <br><br>Cheers,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/37892102015-07-23T17:27:26-05:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:007-23-15AtwoodFest is this weekend! We play on Sunday, July 26 from 1:45 to 3:00. We are super pleased to be a part of this awesome Madison east side tradition, and the weather is shaping up to be very nice.<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/90f4fa96703ce647f7a4a68c28321f9606e869ca/original/11403106-918173048240611-7895303756686435072-n.jpg?1437690422" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/37687782015-07-07T13:46:02-05:002021-09-13T13:53:42-05:007-7-15<p>Hey all,<br><br>We had a hectic (but fun) weekend up north at the Red Crown Lodge. We were able to get in two sets before the rain came. And wow, did it come! The mad scramble to save our gear was not exactly documented, but we have some photos from beforehand.<br><br>Here's the band looking chipper and relaxed during soundcheck:<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/1af3505fbb9d3a987b88ff6c4474c6a92992fd6e/large/11143666-10206412481983630-6457508043341336554-n.jpg?1436293940" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/9d99a9c1f2617babb51924e000abf2e13ff8d7e2/large/11709711-10206412476823501-1324170422763952660-n.jpg?1436293949" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
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<p><br>Here's the band looking equally chipper, but more formal, during the first set:<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/01ff5e8858f8b3e849d6cbc7da4454d67824c5cd/medium/11695892-10206412485383715-1669288108422299791-n.jpg?1436293947" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/69d825f49c78fa44430c710f15b1a2c298ec9167/original/11666140-10206412485863727-3952022596283975515-n.jpg?1436293945" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/74871dbe099730e47943e58e5ae2d8dc3f9f2ee6/medium/11541954-10206412487463767-4723191605061873011-n.jpg?1436293945" class="size_m justify_center border_" /><br><br>Again, the third set was not documented. But to our memory, it looked something like this:<br><br><br>Overall, it was still a great weekend. We'll be in touch about upcoming shows as soon as we get all the water out of our saxophones.<br><br>TBP<br> </p>
<p> </p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/37256392015-06-02T13:01:14-05:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:006-2-15<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/6730642d021ed259189314e70e5ae32a0fdd893a/original/6-14-15-poster.png?1433267972" class="size_orig justify_center border_" /><br>We're happy to be playing at the High Noon with the wonderful Raquel Rodriguez! <br><br>Raquel Rodriguez w/ The Big Payback<br>Sunday, June 14th 8:00 pm<br>High Noon Saloon<br>701 E Washington Ave<br>Madison, WI<br>$5 cover<br> The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/36651372015-04-18T13:42:27-05:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:004-18-15Upcoming show alert!<br><br>The Big Payback w/ <a contents="Mad City Funk" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/MadcityFunk" target="_blank">Mad City Funk</a><br>Saturday, April 25, 9:30pm<br>Crystal Corner Bar<br>1302 Williamson st, Madison<br>$7 cover, ages 21+<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/b02b7fc884adb7bb7a03833a85061f8282834124/original/crystal.jpg?1429382428" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Our friends in Mad City Funk are opening the show, and we expect to hit the stage at 11:45. You know it's always a party at the Crystal! <br><br>See you there?<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/36475932015-04-08T14:14:40-05:002015-04-08T14:14:40-05:004-8-15Tomorrow, we begin our 3-night run of performances at the Mt Horeb High School Viking Band Show. We will be playing a few songs by ourselves, as well as two of our originals with the Mt Horeb High School combined bands. Those two songs are "Lookin' at Me" and a new one, "Power to Let Go."<br><br>We've had something of a residency at Mt Horeb High School for the past month. We've been splitting up into small groups and working with students on their music as well as our music. It has been such a pleasure to meet and share ideas with these talented kids. We're very excited for everything to culminate in these performances!<br><br>After that, look for us at the Crystal Corner in Madison on Saturday, April 25. We'll be sharing the stage with our friends in Mad City Funk, and it's going to be great time!<br><br>Be well,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/35542202015-02-24T12:29:28-06:002021-09-13T13:52:40-05:002-24-15<p><span class="font_regular"><strong>Madison's FIRST Annual Long John Party<br>w/ The Big Payback<br>Saturday, February 28<br><a contents="Harmony Bar" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.harmonybarandgrill.com/" target="_blank">Harmony Bar</a> (2201 Atwood Ave)</strong><br><strong>9:30pm- 1:30am</strong><br><strong>S7</strong><br><br>Celebrate the nearing end of winter by partying with The Big Payback in your long johns! Union suites, butt flaps, waffle textured cotton, leggings, footies, and off-white colored duds are all encouraged. The uglier, the better!<br><br>The annual Long John Party has been a winter celebration in the Jamie Kember household for years, and now it's time to make it a Madison tradition! Go ahead and show up with your normal clothes on over your long johns. We'll be shedding layers and cranking out the tunes as the night goes on! Entertainment includes The Big Payback and a DJ between sets.</span><br> </p>
<p><span class="font_regular">Don't be shy, Madison. See you there!<br><br>TBP</span></p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/34722732015-01-17T16:31:36-06:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:001-17-15Hey all,<br><br>We hope your 2015 is shaping up to be a great year! 2014 went out with a bang for us at the New Year's Eve party at the Edgewater. If you were there, you know what kind of a party it was. If you missed it, we're truly sorry.<br><br>We've got big plans for the new year. Dates are being negotiated and confirmed as we speak, so stay hip to the <a contents="shows " data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows" target="_blank">shows</a> page on our website. Here's a rundown on the next few gigs:<br><br><strong>January 31- </strong>"A Taste of Jazz" at Mt. Horeb Middle School, 6:30- 8:30 pm<br><strong>February 11- </strong>Opening for Hood Smoke at the Frequency in Madison, 9- 11 pm<br><strong>February 13- </strong>Headlining show at Hard Rock Café in Chicago, 11:30 pm- 12:30 am<br><br>In addition to performances this year, we plan to record our second full-length CD. We've got new material ready to go, and it's just asking to be recorded!<br><br>We'll leave you with a cool shot from the New Year's gig. Cheers!<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/b257996e5b1f0d4c8e47c86605fb5caff33c5075/original/10421173-10204995965971615-6051825092981284957-n.jpg?1421533876" class="size_l justify_center border_" />The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/33838002014-12-10T14:31:18-06:002017-01-14T10:09:53-06:0012-10-14We've got a New Year's Eve show to announce!<br><br>We will be playing at the legendary Edgewater Hotel of Madison. This is a black-tie event that goes from 7 pm until 2 am. You'll enjoy a gourmet dinner, champagne, and live music from Sonny Knight and the Lakers of Minneapolis, and of course Madison's own The Big Payback!<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/15554931c87c2b288027d7bc80d59e708aa2848b/original/image001.jpg?1419029610" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br>Reserve your New Year's Eve package by calling The Edgewater at 1-800-922-5512, or book online at <a contents="www.theedgewater.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.theedgewater.com" target="_blank">www.theedgewater.com</a><br><br>This is your last chance to party in 2014, and your first in 2015! Why not do it with some style?The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/32319432014-10-14T13:23:56-05:002020-04-09T12:26:16-05:00The Big Payback Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary!<p>The Big Payback will be celebrating their 5-year anniversary with a star-studded reunion show at The Frequency, where they played their very first gig.<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/0a17e1b2dcaf85b7b521a72bf7ac3d73bc22f2c4/original/oct30poster.jpeg?1413310402" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br><br>Yes, it all started in the summer of 2009. In a basement, just like every good band story.<br><br>Before we pulled out our instruments, the core of the band got together to discuss our plans. Everyone had played with at least one other person in the group, but we hadn't all played together. Most of us were jazz and classical musicians who had a craving to play original music and do things our own way. We had all played covers by our favorite horn bands, and now we were ready to find our own collective voice.<br><br>A list of common objectives was made. Our live shows would be energetic and fast-paced. The horns would not be background instruments, but would feature prominently in the arrangements. We would focus on original material. The covers we did sprinkle into a set might be by famous artists, but they would be b-sides or rarely heard songs. And every sound heard at a Big Payback show would be performed live onstage. No samples or backing tracks!<br><br>The first song that felt like a song was "Lookin' at Me." The music and initial lyrics were brought in by Jamie. We jammed on the ideas, fleshed out the arrangement, and Leah completed the lyrics. "Always" and "Overture" came about in a similar fashion. Seeds of ideas took sprout, and a full set of solid music started coming into focus little by little. <br><br>The name of the band was also Jamie's idea. We like to think of the band as our own "big payback" - a place where we can write original music, connect with the Madison community, and encourage young music students in high schools and colleges all over Wisconsin to continue to follow their passions. And yes, the name is also of course a reference to the great James Brown. <br><br>The first gig was in October 2009 at the Frequency, opening for Stukenberg. We played about an hour of music, but all the adrenaline made it feel like 5 minutes. We were absolutely thrilled! <br><br>And we're thrilled to be returning to the Frequency five years later on October 30! <br><br>THE BIG PAYBACK 5 YEAR PARTY w/ Level Five + Jazz Jam<br>October 30, 7:30 PM<br>Ages: 18+<br><br>We hope you can come help us celebrate!<br>TBP</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/32318922014-10-14T12:39:17-05:002014-10-14T12:39:17-05:0010-14-14THE BIG PAYBACK 5 YEAR PARTY w/ Level Five + Jazz Jam<br>October 30, 7:30 PM<br>Ages: 18+<br><br>The Big Payback Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary<br><br>The Big Payback will be celebrating their 5-year anniversary with a star-studded reunion show at The Frequency, where they played their very first gig.<br><br>"This show means a lot to us," Jamie Kember, the band’s trombone player and front man, said. "For five years, this band has been our big payback -- the place where we could write original music, connect with the Madison community, and encourage young music students in high schools and colleges all over Wisconsin to continue to follow their passions."<br><br>Featuring:<br><br>Charley Wagner of Youngblood Brass Band fame, who will be traveling all the way from his home in Switzerland to play on trumpet<br><br>Tony Barba, who will be fresh off the plane from Youngblood Brass Band’s European tour, on sax<br><br>Lead singer Leah Isabel Tirado, from Chicago<br><br>Grammy-nominated drummer and 2014 MAMA Drummer / Percussionist of the Year Joey B. Banks<br><br>2012 MAMA Bass Player of the Year Jeff Weiss<br><br>Former band members, potentially traveling from as far away as New York City<br><br>7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Open Jazz Jam for the Wisconsin State Music Conference<br>9:45 p.m. -10:45 p.m. opening band Level Five<br>11 p.m. - 12:15 p.m. headliners The Big Payback<br><br>The cover charge for the public will be $5 to celebrate 5 years. Additional $3 cover charge for those under 21. 18+ show.The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/31443682014-08-19T12:20:31-05:002017-01-14T10:09:52-06:008-19-14<div style="text-align: center;">We are pleased to make our first appearance at Madison's own Jazz at 5 concert series!</div><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/2685abc80795a41b467410c498439084fe238094/small/jazz.jpg?1408468216" class="size_s justify_center border_" /><div style="text-align: center;">
<strong>The Big Payback @ Jazz at 5<br>Wednesday, August 27 5:00-6:30 pm<br>100 Block of State Street<br>Madison, WI<br>Free event</strong><br><br>We are gearing up for this unique performance by learning some new material and honing our jazzier side. Expect to hear repertoire ranging from standards to Latin jazz, fusion, and funk. To make the evening extra special, local Latin music star José Madera will be joining us on percussion! <br><br>Jazz at Five is a downtown Madison tradition since 1994. Each year the series consistently provides exceptional free jazz concerts in a stunning locale—the 100 block of State Street, where State Street meets the Capitol Square. When the sun is shining and the music is flowing, there is no better place to be than at Jazz at Five.<br><br>We hope to see you there!<br><br><a contents="Event page" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.facebook.com/events/836076856423399/" target="_blank">Event page</a><br><a contents="Jazz at 5 website" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://jazzatfive.org/" target="_blank">Jazz at 5 website</a>
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<div style="text-align: center;"> </div>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/29882632014-06-03T01:14:36-05:002017-01-14T10:09:52-06:006-2-14<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/f03e05a8feb1e8a47518d4e7ee08f3aad2c5dbda/original/2014-concerts-mckee-draft2.jpg?1401745824" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>Payback in the park! Join us for a FREE outdoor concert in Fitchburg.<br><br>Monday, June 16<br>Music starts at 7pm, food carts open at 6<br>McKee Farms Park<br>2930 Chapel Valley Rd<br>Fitchburg, WI<br> The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/29464882014-05-14T11:34:10-05:002014-05-19T17:55:37-05:005-14-14We're excited to tell you about a couple upcoming performances. Next Thursday, we'll be playing at the Frequency with our good friends Devil's Fen. This venue is extra special for us because it was the site of our very first gig as The Big Payback in 2009! <br><br>The Big Payback w/ Devil's Fen, Dane & I<br>Thursday, May 22 9:00 PM<br>Ages 18+, <a contents="link" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://madisonfrequency.com/home/shows/the-big-payback-w-devils-fen/05-22-2014" target="_blank">link</a> to ticket info<br>The Frequency<br>121 W Main st<br>Madison, WI <br><br>We will be playing at <a contents="Bratfest" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://bratfest.com/" target="_blank">Bratfest</a> here in Madison the very next day! <br><br>Capital Wealth Management Cafe Stage<br>Friday, May 23 7:30 PM<br>FREE show<br><br>We look forward to seeing you at one of these shows!<br><br>Cheers,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/28712872014-04-15T00:56:43-05:002014-04-15T00:57:05-05:004-15-14It was great to see our Chicago people at the Elbo Room last Friday! Thanks for being there and making it such a cool show. The Elbo Room's sound crew did a fantastic job and even happily accommodated our tardiness. Erm, sorry. I-90 was a madhouse! <br><br>We're pleased to announce that we have several entries that have made it to the final round of voting in the <a contents="Madison Area Music Awards" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://themamas.org/" target="_blank">Madison Area Music Awards</a> (MAMAs)! We're represented in these categories:<br><br>Best jazz performer<br>Best jazz song ("Romeo Knows")<br>Best drummer (Joey B. Banks)<br>Best woodwinds (David Buss and Pete Ross)<br>Best brass (Jamie Kember)<br><br>Thanks for voting us this far into the awards. If you've already voted in the first round, your $5 registration fee is waived and you can vote in this round at no cost.<br><br>Stay hip,<br>TBP<br><br> The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/28363072014-04-01T16:06:23-05:002014-10-14T13:30:21-05:004-1-14We're very excited to be playing some fun venues in the next couple weeks. This Saturday, April 5 we'll be playing a FREE show at <a contents="Callahan's Sports Pub" data-link-label="" data-link-type="" href="http://www.thesportspub.com/" target="_blank">Callahan's Sports Pub</a> in Madison. We will hit the stage as soon as the UW Badger basketball game ends, and hopefully we will be able to celebrate a victory with you! Again, this is a free local show, so come watch the game and party with us! <br><br><a contents="The Big Payback @ Callahan's Sports Pub" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/605673069516250/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming" target="_blank">The Big Payback @ Callahan's Sports Pub</a><br>Saturday, April 5<br>UW Badger game starts at 7:49, we will play when it's over<br><br>1902 Bartillon Dr <br>Madison, WI 53704 (<a contents="map" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://maps.google.com/maps?expflags=enable_star_based_justifications:true&ie=UTF8&cid=8364719009259158854&q=Callahan%27s+Sports+Pub&iwloc=A&gl=US&hl=en" target="_blank">map</a>)<br><br>We will also be playing in Chicago at the Elbo Room next Friday. This should be a fun show with The Clowder, Pres Maxson, and FULL SERVICE.<br><br><a contents="The Big Payback @ Elbo &nbsp;Room" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/427418794068823/" target="_blank">The Big Payback @ Elbo Room</a><br>Friday, April 11 8pm<br>21+, <a contents="tickets" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.elboroomlive.com/elbo-room/events?mon=2014-04" target="_blank">tickets</a> are $10 in advance, $12 the day of show<br>2871 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL (<a contents="map" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF-8&q=Elbo+Room&fb=1&gl=us&hq=elbo+room+chicago+il&cid=5877973615465442745&ei=8yo7U_WpJ4GC2AXR1oDIDA&ved=0CIkBEPwSMAs" target="_blank">map</a>)<br><br>We hope to see you at one of these shows!<br><br>Cheers,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/27350912014-03-12T15:54:42-05:002014-03-12T15:54:42-05:003-12-14Dates are trickling in! Keep an eye on the show <a contents="calendar" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">calendar</a>. We'll be in Appleton this Saturday to play for the Boys and Girls Club of the Fox Valley fundraiser. And we've got some cool shows lined up in April at Callahan's in Madison and The Elbo Room in Chicago. Stay tuned!<br><br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/24752222014-01-27T15:24:19-06:002014-01-27T15:26:34-06:001-27-14<span class="font_regular">It's just about time for our first show of the new year. This one is extra special, as it's a birthday celebration and benefit rolled into one! Here are some words from Leah:<br><br>Hey friends, so I'm not big on celebrating my birthday, but this year I was inspired by a friend to use it as a chance to raise money for a worthy cause. So, I am throwing a birthday benefit for an organization called Rape Victim Advocates. RVA helps survivors of sexual assault get back on their feet through a variety of services. It would mean the world to me if you came to support me, support this organization and the many people who benefit from it. <br><br>There will be raffles (including gifts from The Village Tap, Underscore Theatre, Bailiwich Theatre, Sugar Fly Studio & Boutique, and Aveda to name a few!!), booze, an opportunity to sing with The Big Payback, and plenty of live entertainment to rawk your world!<br><br>Tickets are: $10 in advance, $15 at the door<br>The show features my band, The Big Payback, and we'll be joined by several friends throughout the night including our MC and comedienne, Erin Lane, as well as Charlene Jones, Fruit Flies, Brigade, Lowkey, and Black Umbrella Brigade. <br><br>You can get tickets at <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.gorillatango.com/" target="_blank">here</a>. We'll also be selling tickets and taking donations at the door.<br><br>Hope to see you there!! <br>Peace and love, <br>L.<br><br><a contents="http://www.rapevictimadvocates.org/" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.rapevictimadvocates.org/" target="_blank">http://www.rapevictimadvocates.org/</a></span>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/24137522014-01-16T16:55:00-06:002014-01-16T16:55:00-06:001-16-14Happy (belated) New Years! We hope your 2014 is off to a great start so far. <br><br>We've added some <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">shows</a> to our calendar, and we've got some more pending dates that will be added soon. Our first gig in 2014 will be in Chicago at the Gorilla Tango Theatre on January 30. This will be a birthday bash for our very own Leah Tirado, so you can expect an extra special night! More details coming soon.<br><br>And don't forget, you can still download Romeo Knows for free just by signing up for the mailing list! <br><br>See you soon!<br>TBP<br> The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/22696452013-12-21T01:02:36-06:002013-12-21T01:02:36-06:0012-21-13Happy Winter Solstice!<br><br>To throw some extra light on the shortest day of the year, we offer you our brand new single for FREE! For a limited time, sign up for the mailing list and you will receive a free download of <em>Romeo Knows</em>. This new original song is hot off the press at Blast House Studios, courtesy of engineer Landon Arkens. It is the first track completed for The Big Payback's upcoming 2014 album.<br><br>Current mailing list members should receive a download as well. Please <a contents="contact" data-link-label="Contact" data-link-type="page" href="/contact">contact</a> us if you run into any issues. <br><br>We wish you happiness and warmth this holiday season! See you in 2014. <br><br>Keep the music alive,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/22401142013-12-16T14:01:14-06:002013-12-16T14:01:14-06:0012-16-13Here's a video of Crosstown Traffic from a recent performance. Enjoy!<br><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="390" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/PyItGoIHGpA" width="640"></iframe>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/21704202013-12-05T13:02:54-06:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:0012-5-13Well, it's beginning to look suspiciously like Christmas. This year, kick off your holiday festivities at the Brink Lounge!<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/40960925f4c8b31d2ce19df21cc465e83b12bb26/original/holiday-party-2013-a.jpeg?1386269089" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br>That's right! The Payback will be joining local favorites Kyle Henderson and Beth Kille for a very special holiday celebration. In case that snazzy poster isn't getting your attention, here's the skinny:<br><br><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">Saturday, December 14 </span><br style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">7pm- 2am</span><br style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">$20 admission at the door (get your tickets in advance </span><a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.thebrinklounge.com/music-events-schedule/page_offset:1/action:agenda/time_limit:1386977401/" style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">here</a><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">)</span><br style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">Formal attire (black tie optional)</span><br style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">Food provided by The Brink Lounge and Blue Plate Catering</span><br style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;">PLUS appearances by DJ Sherm, Miss Wisconsin 2014, and of course Santa Claus!<br>Facebook <a contents="event" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/585878548148788/?ref=br_tf" target="_blank">event</a> page<br><br>Music schedule:<br>Beth Kille 7:00-10:30 in the main lounge<br>Kyle Henderson 9:00-11:30 in the nightclub<br>The Big Payback 11:30-1:30 in the nightclub</span><br><br>It's shaping up to be one jolly good time!<br><br>In other news, we're very close to a final mix for our new song, entitled Romeo Knows. This will be released digitally before the year is out as a little holiday treat and a teaser for our upcoming album! <br><br>Stay tuned,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/20700992013-11-18T16:01:36-06:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:0011-18-13What a fantastic weekend!<br><br>On Friday, we had a productive 7-hour session in Blast House Studios with our favorite engineer, Landon Arkens. We now have nearly-finished recordings of two new original songs, Romeo Knows and Mauna Ulu. This marks the beginning of our second full-length studio album, but we have plans to release Romeo Knows as a digital single very soon. Stay tuned!<br><br>As with our previous album, we focused on getting a raw, live sound in the studio. The rhythm section tracked everything together simultaneously with "guide" horns, and the horns were recorded as a section. Overdubs were used for a few solos and vocal lines here and there, but they were largely kept to a minimum. All of us agreed that there is more than enough pop music today that has been meticulously recorded track-by-track, overdubbed, edited, washed, rinsed, and sanded down until there is very little heart and soul left. We wanted our music to sound like it was made by actual human musicians. There is still more work to be done with these new recordings, but we’re very excited about the sounds we captured!<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/0894b8874c11834d26d5ca4d5fc6fb790d9e0cdb/large/joey-studio.jpg?1384811822" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> <br>Saturday was the beginning of our trip to Oshkosh. We played that night at the Titan Underground in the UW-Oshkosh student union building. We were able to try out some brand new material that you will hopefully be hearing soon. The whole weekend was put together by Students for Music, and we are endlessly grateful for everything they did. Thanks!<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/b1ca8f8f76172c28b5da8bb0e764fee5a65f2a68/original/ben-darkness.jpg?1384811935" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> <br>On Sunday, we held a masterclass/discussion with UW-Oshkosh music and music business students. We had a wonderful time sharing ideas with so many great people! Next came our performance in the music hall as part of the Chamber Arts Series. It was very cool to be able to explore our jazz and world music sides in a concert hall. We hope you enjoyed the performance as much as we did!<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/5b9e0d09581d7f8a845668a01065fdd2b1543e0d/original/masterclass.jpg?1384812012" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><br> <br>As much as we’d like to rest, we still have a lot on our plate. We have some cool potential gigs taking shape over the next few months that we will tell you about soon. We have work to do in the recording studio. We also have video footage from our recording session to go through.<br> <br>Thanks for all your support! We will see you soon.<br>Cheers,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/20375652013-11-12T19:14:04-06:002013-11-12T19:15:25-06:0011-12-13The Big Payback is pleased to be part of the Chamber Arts Series at UW-Oshkosh this weekend! The Madison-based funk/soul group will be sharing music and ideas in a series of performances and clinics. <ul>
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<strong>Saturday, Nov 16. 9pm-12am, Titan Underground. </strong>This performance will give UW-Oshkosh students and community members a chance to see the band let loose in a club setting before the more formal performance the next day.</li> <li>
<strong>Sunday, Nov 17. 1:30-2:30pm, Music Hall (Masterclass).</strong> The Big Payback will break up into small groups to discuss music and career issues with students. Topics covered will include: 1: A Career in Music: What That Really Means. 2: How To Present Your Art: Marketing Yourself. 3: The Band Dynamic: Composing, Rehearsing, and Managing. 4: Being Part of a Community: Professional and Regional Communities.</li> <li>
<strong>Sunday, Nov 17. 3:00-4:00pm, Music Hall (Performance).</strong> The group will explore its more jazz- and world-influenced repertoire in this intimate performance.</li>
</ul><br>Further information about the Chamber Arts Series, including tickets and parking, can be found <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://www.uwosh.edu/music/chamber-arts-series" target="_blank">here</a>. This weekend is an excellent opportunity for UW-Oshkosh students and music lovers in general.<br><br>We hope to see you there!<br>The Big PaybackThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/20026512013-11-06T18:27:03-06:002013-11-06T18:27:03-06:0011-6-13Our November is underway!<br><br>Thanks to everyone who came out to the Brink last night to help support the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County! We hope you had as good a time as we did. Next up, we'll be at the High Noon Saloon this Thursday (November 7) with 3 other great Madison funk bands! We're calling the event "<a contents="Funkify Your Life" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/605684049471041/" target="_blank">Funkify Your Life</a>," and you may not be the same afterwards. <br><br>After that, it's off to Neenah for a performance at Cranky Pat's on Saturday, November 9. We'll be testing out some new material at this show, so let us know what you think! <br><br>We'll be hitting the studio on November 15 to begin work on a new album. We expect to release a couple songs as singles as soon as it is feasible, so be sure to keep checking in with us! <br><br>Finally, our November will wrap up with a weekend at UW-Oshkosh. We're very excited to be part of the Chamber Arts concert series, and we'll also be giving a masterclass and a performance at the student union. Check the <a contents="shows" data-link-label="Shows" data-link-type="page" href="/shows">shows</a> page for all the details, and we'll see you soon!<br><br>Love,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/17574302013-10-01T13:44:09-05:002013-10-01T13:46:08-05:0010-1-13Hello boys and girls,<br><br>We're still recuperating from our show at the Capital Brewery on Friday. Wow! We hope you had as much fun as we did. Big thanks to the Madison Scouts for asking us to help celebrate their 75th birthday!<br><br>You may notice that we have no shows booked for October. Think of this as the calm before the storm. Once November hits, you better batten down the hatches because Hurricane Payback is heading your way! Here is our November at a glance:<br><br>Tuesday, Nov 5- The Brink Lounge<br>Thursday, Nov 7- High Noon Saloon<br>Saturday, Nov 9- Cranky Pat's in Neenah<br>Friday, Nov 15- UW-Madison Union South<br>Saturday, Nov 16- UW-Oshkosh Titan Underground<br>Sunday, Nov 17- UW-Oshkosh Chamber Arts Series<br><br>We'll give you more details about each date as November gets closer. In the meantime, enjoy this video of Get It All from a recent performance:<br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="lpIXZra7phk" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/lpIXZra7phk/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lpIXZra7phk?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="300" width="480" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br><br>See you soon!<br>TBP<br> The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/15260052013-09-04T10:38:25-05:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:009-4-13Happy September everyone!<br><br>We've got a couple really cool gigs coming up this month. First, we're pleased to be playing for the grand opening of the new central branch of the Madison Public Library! We'll be performing at 1 pm on Saturday, September 21 at the new location on Mifflin. We'll try to keep things at library volume, but we can't make any guarantees.<br><br><img src="//content.sitezoogle.com/u/54358/17a92adf9418b6d70a6157433c5ec274a8de2279/small/librarian.jpg?1378308972" class="size_s justify_center border_none" alt="" /><br><br>Then we will be at the Capital Brewery in Middleton on Friday, September 27. The event is the 75th anniversary of the Madison Scouts, but all are welcome! We will play from 6:00 to 9:00.<br><br>Thanks to everyone for their support, and we hope to see you soon!<br>Love,<br>TBPThe Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/12959362013-07-30T10:43:33-05:002013-07-30T10:43:33-05:007-30-13 Wow. We're not sure where July went! It was a crazy busy month for us with weddings and gigs in Verona, Michigan, and Madison. We'll be kicking off August with a performance in Baraboo Friday at the Summerset Festival! We hit at 7:30. Check out the <a href="./shows.cfm">shows</a> page to keep tabs on us.The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/9360702013-06-13T11:09:46-05:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:006-13-13 Hi there!<br><br>
We have good news for our Chicago people: we're playing the Elbo Room next Tuesday! It is part of an event called MOBFest, and we'd really appreciate all the support we can get. The <a href="http://www.elboroomlive.com/" target="_new">show</a> starts at 8pm. Tickets are $7, but we have access to some free ones! Hit us up through the contact form or on Facebook if you're interested. First come first served!<br><br>
Keep tabs on our <a href="./shows.cfm">Shows</a> page for all upcoming gigs. Next up: the Great Dane on July 4!<br><br>
Take it to the bridge!<br>
TBP<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/c64cabbd8f0c2dd4e9bc01286de589d3f0f1ba5e/original/The-Big-Payback-Logo-new.jpg?1371157922" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="156" width="228" /><br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/5728492013-04-20T12:50:00-05:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:004-20-13 Wow! It was exhilarating to play for a sold-out crowd of 2,200 in Overture Hall last night. Thanks to the Madhatters, the crew at the Overture Center, and to everyone who made it to the show! The view from soundcheck: <br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/cbfbc0b66c2b7c01697e67d89d0e901fa8128c78/medium/sax.jpg?1366498488" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="400" width="300" /><br><br>
Next, we'll be at the <a href="./shows.cfm">Club Tavern</a> in Middleton on Saturday the 27th. We'll get a chance to play a lot of originals and covers you may not have heard before. We hope to see you there!<br>
-TBP<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/5286242013-04-14T12:23:59-05:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:004-14-13Tickets are going quickly for our show with the UW Madhatters on Friday at the Overture Center! At the time of this writing, there are only seats in the balcony available. Click <a href="http://overturecenter.com/production/uw-madhatters" target="_new">here</a> for tickets, and we hope to see you Friday!<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/7ab82a413f0a1abd408f814fc176691676e4aae5/large/madhatters.jpg?1378188338" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="647" width="500" /><br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/4240122013-03-27T14:50:00-05:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:003-27-13We have some exciting news! It is our pleasure to welcome world class drummer and local legend Joey B. Banks into the band! Joey B. is a 2-time Grammy nominee who has worked with Clyde Stubblefield, Luther Allison, Koko Taylor, Bobby Messano, Weapons of Mass Defunktion, Steely Dane, and a whole slew of others. Needless to say, we are beyond excited to have him holding down the beats for the Payback. Welcome aboard, Joey!<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/52394856a49755b4a092f37ad3d8aff3abe3eae2/original/joey-medium.jpg?1378188338" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="263" width="350" /><br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/3229362013-02-21T17:21:03-06:002017-01-14T10:09:51-06:002-21-13 Hey internet,<br><br>
How have you been? We've been busy. Things are brewing in Paybackland. <br><br>
We've played some really fun gigs in the last few weeks. We helped Chicago's Underground Lounge celebrate its 3rd anniversary. We had a chance to work with some great kids in the Music con Brio program. And we helped throw a party to raise funds for <a href="http://www.launchpadwisconsin.org/" target="_new">Launchpad</a>, a program that gives high school bands some awesome opportunities!<br><br>
Now, some of you may have missed out on these shenanigans and goings-on. Fear not! We've got more <a href="./shows.cfm">shows</a> coming! First up is <i>Cold Sweat: A Madison Funk and Soul Revue</i>. This little shindig will feature The Big Payback sharing the stage with The Mustache and Megan Bobo and the Mix Tape. That's 3 awesome horn bands! It's all going down at the High Noon Saloon on March 8th. We can't even conceive of how much of a party it's going to be!<br><br>
Friday, March 8th<br>
High Noon Saloon<br>
9 pm, $7 cover, 18+<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/a88b504bc512102c8cc41f9267e547fc80f39a4c/original/high-noon-3-8-13.jpg?1378188338" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="464" width="300" /><br><br>
More updates soon. Prepare yourselves!<br>
-TBP<br><br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/523212013-01-29T10:04:36-06:002013-01-29T10:04:36-06:001-29-13 There's been a little confusion surrounding our Music con Brio <a href="./shows.cfm">performance</a> this weekend. We will be playing at the Madison Museum of Modern Art from 1pm to about 1:45. The performance will be with elementary string players in the Music con Brio program. We will accompany them on a few of their songs, play a few of our own songs, and play a new version of <i>I Can't Stop Loving You</i> with a string arrangement. We will be all wrapped up in time for students and parents to make their way to the Overture Center for <i>The Little Prince</i>. <br><br>
The performance is free and the weather is supposed to be relatively nice. It will certainly be an interesting venue for some mid-afternoon soul/funk!<br>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/2770462013-01-08T14:42:00-06:002017-01-14T10:09:50-06:001-8-132013 is here, and it still has that new year smell! <br><br>
We hope your year is off to a good start. We will kick off our first 2013 show this <a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/506727826034890/" target="_new">Saturday</a> at the High Noon Saloon! It's the annual fundraiser for <a href="http://www.launchpadwisconsin.org/" target="_new">Launchpad</a>, and the Packers game will be on at the venue before the music starts so you're all good to go there, doncha know. <br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/e819c675adbb035663d6e4335c8f147af50e7cee/original/1-12-13-High-Noon.jpg?1378188338" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="232" width="180" /><br><br>
We are locking down details for upcoming gigs in the next few months. We are also hammering out new music, and talk of a new album is even in the air! First things first: see you on Saturday!<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/2612732012-12-04T07:10:00-06:002012-12-04T07:10:00-06:0012-4-12 Thanks to everyone who partied with us last night! You helped make our first gig at the Majestic Theatre a very special night. Coming up next: a <a href="./shows.cfm">gig</a> at the High Noon Saloon on January 12. In the meantime, sign up for our brand new mailing list!The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/2493802012-11-10T05:20:36-06:002017-01-14T10:09:50-06:0011-10-12 Howdy from the land of funkdom,<br><br>
We hope you've been well. We have a big show coming up in December that we're excited to tell you about! We're honored to help out with the Movember Mustache Bash to raise funds in support of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It's our first show at the Majestic Theatre, and we're pumped!<br><br>
Monday, December 3 <br>
8:00 pm<br>
$5 cover/ free with mustache!
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<br><br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/2471162012-11-06T04:55:00-06:002017-01-14T10:09:50-06:0011-6-12 Congratulations Dave and Alyssa! How cool is it to play a sax duet at your own wedding reception?<br><div style="text-align: center; "><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/54358/98f52ea5a8ba854962f66d4b8732e9c8b3e6fb2e/medium/dave-and-alyssa.jpg?1378188338" class="size_orig justify_inline border_" alt="" height="450" width="300" /></div>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/2173112012-09-20T08:47:32-05:002012-09-20T08:47:32-05:009-20-12 Ah, summer is dwindling. The air is cool, the leaves will soon be changing, and all that other poetic stuff.<br><br>
Down to business...<br><br>
We've been in wedding mode for most of the summer, and we're itching to play some more public gigs now. We're starting to get our ducks in a row for our October 6 show with <a href="http://www.themustachefunk.com/" target="_new">The Mustache</a> at the Crystal Corner. We're opening up the night's festivities, and we should hit the stage by 10:15. And be sure to stick around for The Mustache's own brand of nastiness.<br><br>
Until soon,<br>
TBP<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1747292012-06-04T05:11:01-05:002012-06-04T05:11:01-05:006-4-12The MAMAs award show was on Saturday, and the Payback came away with 3 awards! We won best jazz song for <i>Overture</i>, and Jeff and Charley won best bassist and best brass instrumentalist. Congrats guys! Thanks are in order to the Madison Area Music Association for doing what they do. We also want to thank YOU for voting for us and showing your support! <br><br>
Now on to the next thing. We've got a fairly busy summer ahead with several wedding gigs. But fear not, we're hammering out some public gigs as well. There is also new music in the pipeline, so we won't be sitting still for long. Meanwhile, it's a big day for Wisconsin tomorrow. See you at the polling place!<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1649592012-05-06T16:42:06-05:002012-05-06T16:42:06-05:005-6-12 We're pumped.<br><br>
It is now less than two short weeks until our party at the Frequency. This is going to be a good one, folks. It's always a pleasure to play a nice downtown venue like the Frequency on a Friday night in the summer. This time it's extra special because we'll be sharing the stage with one of our favorite local bands, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/GrupoBalanca" target="_new">Grupo Balanca</a>. If you haven't heard their awesome brand of Brazilian pagode music, do yourself a favor and come check it out. You can thank us later.<br><br>
So now you know. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/166990346762401/" target="_new">Friday, May 18</a> at the Frequency. Things start getting hot at 9pm.<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1609642012-04-25T11:20:00-05:002017-02-01T16:36:13-06:004-25-12 Hey everyone,<br><br>
We had a great time at <a href="http://reddragontv.tv/" target="_new">Red Dragon TV</a> on Friday, and we hope you had fun listening! Red Dragon is a cool internet-based program, 100% local and independent. Check it out! Thanks to everyone who put the show on, and thanks to everyone who came out to listen or streamed it online. Ari John, host of Red Dragon, was nice enough to write up a review of the show. We've added it to our <a href="./press.cfm">press</a> page.<br><br>
Again, voting for the final round of the <a href="http://themamas.org/" target="_new">MAMAs</a> ends on May 15. If you voted in the first round, you don't have to pay to vote in this round. If you didn't vote yet, your $5 donation will help the Madison Area Music Association. We live in a great city!<br><br>
If you missed it, our entire performance from last Friday is available online. Cheers!<br><br><br><br type="_moz"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/x21Ow4jvWpQ?feature=player_embedded" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1568622012-04-12T07:12:18-05:002012-04-12T07:12:18-05:004-12-12Howdy everyone! We hope you've been well. We have a few things on the burners that we'd like to tell you about.<br><br>
First, our usual Thursday night gig at the Great Dane is ON for tonight! We start at 10 and don't stop until the dance floor is clear. It's always a good time at the Dane, so we hope you can make it!<br><br>
We will also be appearing on <a href="http://reddragontv.tv/" target="_new">Red Dragon TV</a> on Friday, April 20. Between 7 and 9pm, we will be doing some live performances interspersed with interview segments. This is part of a program put on by the MAMAs and Local Sounds featuring artists who have been nominated for a MAMA award. There is room for 20 or 30 people in the studio, and we'd love to see you there! It's located at 109 E Lakeside St in Madison, right by John Nolen Drive. Otherwise, you can catch the stream at Red Dragon's website.<br><br>
And speaking of the MAMAs, voting for the second round ends May 15. Go <a href="http://themamas.org/" target="_new">here</a> to vote. It involves a $5 donation, but the money all ends up helping kids. We're up for a few categories, including Pop/R&B album, blues and unique songs, and several individual musician awards. Thanks for getting us this far!<br><br>
Keep it loud,<br>
TBP<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1525712012-03-29T07:15:00-05:002012-03-29T07:15:00-05:003-29-12 Big thanks to everyone who voted us into the finals for the MAMAs. We've advanced in Best Blues, Jazz, and Unique Songs, Pop and R&B album, and Rock Performer. Additionally, Dave's up for best woodwinds, Jamie and Charley are up for best brass, Ben's up for best keyboardist, and Jeff for best bassist! One more round to go!The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1483372012-03-15T09:44:22-05:002012-03-15T09:44:22-05:003-15-12 Spring is here! Actually, we might be skipping spring in Mad Town and going straight to the good stuff. 70's all week? We can live with that.<br><br>
Today is the last day to vote in the <a target="_new" href="http://themamas.org/">MAMA</a>s! Show us some love, and give support to the current and future musicians in the local scene. We'll pay you back!<br><br>
Much love,<br>
TBP<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1419102012-02-21T11:24:04-06:002012-02-21T11:24:04-06:002-21-12 Hello to all our new fans! We're getting new followers on Facebook and Twitter everyday, and your support is awesome!<br><br>
Most Madisonians are familiar with the Madison Area Music Awards, or <a target="_new" href="http://themamas.org/">MAMA</a>s. It's sort of like the Grammys for Madison artists (except that it actually matters)! We are up for several categories this year, including Artist of the Year, Pop/R&B album, and female vocalist. Please take a second to vote for us on the MAMAs website! It is $5 to vote, and all your money directly benefits music education in Wisconsin! <br><br>
We're playing at the downtown Great Dane again on <a href="./shows.cfm">Thursday</a>! This will be 100% original members of The Big Payback. We've been lucky to have some awesome subs at recent gigs, but there's just something about the original lineup that feels right. See you there!<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1377492012-02-05T10:03:42-06:002012-02-05T10:03:42-06:002-5-12Thank you to everyone who made it to any of our several gigs over the last few weeks. As expected with a band comprised of 9 busy people, our schedules have been chaotic, several substitute players filled in for our regulars (and did an awesome job), and rehearsal time has been minimal to non-existent. But these last couple gigs have given us opportunities to try out some new original songs and play some covers we haven't done before. Some of it worked and some of it didn't, but overall we're pressing onwards and we're glad to have your support!<br><br>
The next gig is <a href="./shows.cfm">February 23</a> at the Dane again. Until then, keep it real.<br>
TBP<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1353332012-01-22T13:52:52-06:002012-01-22T13:52:52-06:001-22-12 It was great to play for the <a target="_new" href="http://www.launchpadwisconsin.org/">Launchpad</a> fundraiser last night! Thanks to the other musicians, the High-Noon Saloon, and everyone who came out and supported this great program.<br><br>
We had a rehearsal today to learn some new material and brush off some cobwebs, because we have more <a href="./shows.cfm">shows</a> coming right up! The first one is at the downtown Great Dane in Madison this Thursday, January 26 at 10pm. There is no cover charge! Check the Facebook <a target="_new" href="http://www.facebook.com/events/302874896429785/">event</a> page.<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1343132012-01-17T16:00:16-06:002012-01-17T16:00:16-06:001-17-12It's time for the first Big Payback show of the new year! We're excited about this one because it's a fundraiser for <a target="_new" href="http://www.launchpadwisconsin.org/index.html">Launchpad</a>, an awesome program for Wisconsin high school students to explore music outside of normal school activities.<br><br>
The gig is at the High-Noon Saloon this Saturday, starting at 9:00. The Payback will finish the evening, hitting the stage around 11:30. Performing before us are Super Irie & the Rockstones, Sam Lyons, Beth Kille, and Dr. Funkenstein. 21+, $5 suggested donation. We hope to see you there!<br>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1316942012-01-03T12:00:00-06:002021-07-28T11:35:56-05:001-3-12<p>Happy 2012! Hope everyone had an awesome New Years. The Payback is still in holiday mode- some of us are out of town, some of us are out of the country, and some of us are just out. But we will soon be gearing up for our upcoming High Noon <a href="./shows.cfm">gig</a>. 18 days to go. Bring it on, 2012!</p>The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1289852011-12-16T17:30:00-06:002011-12-16T17:30:00-06:0012-16-11 We won the Band to Band contest! Huge thanks to everyone who showed up and voted for us! We had a blast last night and your support is greatly appreciated. Thanks to <a target="_new" href="http://tldrband.com/">TL;DR</a>, <a target="_new" href="http://skyroadfly.com/site/">Sky Road Fly</a>, and <a target="_new" href="http://elvalienteband.com/">El Valiente</a> for sharing the stage with us, thanks to everyone at the Frequency, and thanks to the Isthmus for putting the whole thing together. Check out the write-up <a target="_new" href="http://www.thedailypage.com/daily/article.php?article=35482&sid=045c5a8aee385cc13083ffbee286d7f0">here</a>! <br><br>
This will end the year for the Payback. But don't worry, we'll be back soon! Check the <a href="./shows.cfm">shows</a> page for our 2012 dates. And we promise to do something cool with our prize from last night's contest: 20 hours of free studio time. If not something cool, we'll at least amuse ourselves.<br><br>
Happy holidays and safe journeys,<br>
TBP<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1279632011-12-11T10:18:23-06:002011-12-11T10:18:23-06:0012-11-11Thank you for voting The Big Payback into the final round of <a target="_new" href="http://www.thedailypage.com/bandtoband/">Band to Band</a> Combat! The four finalists will perform for a live audience on Thursday at the Frequency to determine the champion. We will be the first band to play, and our 30-minute set will begin no later than 9:00! We recommend showing up at 8:30 because TBP is best enjoyed after consuming at least one alcoholic beverage. <br><br>
The other 3 bands are El Valiente, TL;DR, and Sky Road Fly. We will be hanging out and watching their sets, and we invite you to join us ( and maybe heckle the other bands a little). But seriously, it'll be a good time. Come support local music and journalism! There is a $5 cover.<br><br>
If you haven't already, <a target="_new" href="http://www.facebook.com/events/234828213252020/">RSVP</a> on the event page. We're looking forward to seeing you there.<br><br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1265312011-12-04T05:25:18-06:002011-12-04T05:25:18-06:0012-4-11 We made it to the final 4 in the Daily Page's Band to Band combat thanks to YOU! We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at the Frequency on December 15! We'll give you more details when we get them ourselves. <br><br>
Some new January and February dates have been added to the <a href="./shows.cfm">shows</a> page. Be sure to mark them on your calendar and begin thinking of excuses to take off work or school the following days.<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1252982011-11-26T05:08:50-06:002011-11-26T05:08:50-06:0011-26-11 We have made it to Round 3 in the Band to Band contest! That means we need you to <a target="_new" href="http://www.thedailypage.com/bandtoband">vote</a> for us just one more time. The polls close on Wednesday! Also, we got a nod in this <a target="_new" href="http://www.thedailypage.com/isthmus/article.php?article=35299">article</a> about the event.<br><br><br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1240382011-11-18T05:09:54-06:002011-11-18T05:09:54-06:0011-18-11 The Big Payback has advanced to Round 2 in the <a target="_new" href="http://www.thedailypage.com/bandtoband">Band to Band</a> contest! Thanks to everyone who voted! If you registered to vote in the first round, you can use the same name and password to vote in this round. If you haven't registered yet, it takes about 5 seconds. Let's see if we can do it again!The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1232392011-11-14T04:39:51-06:002011-11-14T04:39:51-06:0011-14-11 Please take a moment to vote for The Big Payback in the Daily Page's <a target="_new" href="http://www.thedailypage.com/bandtoband">Band to Band</a> contest! This event is put on by the Daily Page to promote Madison's live music scene, and every artist competing is local. It only takes a few seconds to register, and the first round of voting ends on Wednesday, November 16!<br><br>
We are currently locking down dates, booking gigs, and writing new tunes, so we will have more news very soon. A big thank you to everyone who has given us feedback on our CD, <a href="./music.cfm">Overture</a>. We'll see you soon!<br><br>
Love,<br>
TBP<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1179122011-10-09T06:01:38-05:002011-10-09T06:01:38-05:0010-9-11 The time has come! <i>Overture</i> is available on <a target="_new" href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/overture/id469317993">iTunes</a>, <a href="http://www.last.fm/music/The+Big+Payback/Overture">Last.fm</a>, <a target="_new" href="http://www.amazon.com/Overture/dp/B005R4XLZK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1318175836&sr=8-1">Amazon</a>, and everywhere else! The physical copy of the CD will be up on <a target="_new" href="http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/bigpayback">CDBaby</a>.<br><br>
We've put a lot into this music, and we're very proud of the outcome. Buy it to support the band and help spread the word!<br type="_moz">The Big Paybacktag:bigpaybackmusic.com,2005:Post/1138022011-09-09T16:40:00-05:002011-09-09T16:40:00-05:009-9-11Welcome to our new website! Bookmark this site for shows, musings, band member information, new music, and everything else happening with The Big Payback. And be sure to follow us on <a target="_new" href="http://twitter.com/#!/bigpaybackmusic">Twitter</a> and <a target="_new" href="http://www.facebook.com/bigpaybackmusic">Facebook</a>.<br><br>The Big Payback