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SKJOLD Erskine signature 6 string bass!
May 14, 2010
Check out skjolddesign.com for more info. (read more)
Jazz Chicago reviews ‘So To Speak’
May 10, 2010
Link to the article HERE   Damian Erskine – “So To Speak” Bassist Damian Erskine’s name may sound familiar – he is drummer Peter Erskine’s nephew – but he is also forging an identity as a top-notch electric bassist. On his newest recording – So To Speak, the Portland, OR-based artist has assembled some of the best Latin [...] (read more)
Aguilar Amplification
May 5, 2010
I have come back to the family!! Aguilar is not only some of the best bass amplification gear on the planet (all made in the USA) but the guys at Aguilar are a true pleasure to work with. They've also been developing some AMAZING new gear (pedals, DI's, pickups, on-beard pre's, etc..) that truly blow the doors off everything else out there. You just can't go wrong with these guys.. (read more)
Bass Guitar Magazine UK review of ‘So To Speak’
May 5, 2010
.. a modern groove master with top-notch technique (read more)
Damian featured in May 10′ issue of Bass Player Magazine!!
May 5, 2010
See full article at: http://www.bassplayer.com/article/damian-erskine-right-hand/April-2010/112041 (read more)
Urban Flux Review of “So To Speak”
April 4, 2010
Damian Erskine’s “So to Speak,” is simply flawless, rhythmically mesmerizing and underneath it all melodically transparent! “So to Speak,” by Erskine escapes the spoils of commercialism untarnished to unveil a musical gem that want disappoint even the hard to please music enthusiasts! (read more)
Jazz Inside NY magazine review of “So To Speak”
April 4, 2010
Enter Damien Erskine leading a hip group with a Latin-fusion influence on a host of new tunes, all of them composed by Erskine. He’s the Man and proves it in his inventive compositions and in his imaginative ideas and performance. (read more)
All About Jazz reviews “So To Speak”
March 25, 2010
Rhythmic mastery and the Erskine name continue to be synonymous with Damian Erskine's smoking performances on So To Speak. (read more)
Damian Erskine Project CD RELEASE Party !
March 19, 2010
My official CD release party for “So To Speak” will be held at Jimmy Mak’s on April 9th!! Here are the details: Jimmy Mak’s 221 NW 10th Ave Portland, OR 503.295.6542 for reservations Show starts at 8pm $12 at the door The fabulous BEN DARWISH GROUP will be opening the evening (and they always impress!). Don’t miss [...] (read more)
NoTreble.com review of “So To Speak”
February 9, 2010
This might be my favorite review yet!  ;)   “Wow, I love this record! Portland, Oregon resident and No Treble contributor Damian Erskine has produced an essential record that’s a real joy to listen to. So to Speak combines odd meters, Afro-Cuban percussion, passionate playing and carefully crafted arrangements to create a fine jazz fusion record. Damian [...] (read more)
Bass Musician Magazine review of “So To Speak”
February 2, 2010
Read the actual review HERE :     Review by Editor, Jake Kot   Our fearless CD reviewer for BMM, Damian Erskine, just released his newest effort “So To Speak”, which I had the great pleasure (no surprise) to absorb, and review. This is an excellent second effort by a voice I’m sure will be out there in [...] (read more)
“So To Speak” : New Album released Feb 1st, 2010 !!
January 20, 2010
  The much anticipated new album from Damian is now available Feb 1st!! It will be hitting CDBaby first and spreading from there (and can, of course, always be picked up at any of Damian’s shows). 8 original compositions with an absolutely killing band. Check it out!!     Track Audio Samples [See post to listen [...] (read more)
New CD, “So To Speak” is available ONLINE now!!!
January 13, 2010
My new album “So To Speak” is available as an online download at Bandcamp.com now!  Physical copies will be available Feb everywhere online (and at gigs, of course) and the rest of the digital download sites are to follow, but get yours here first! • CLICK HERE (read more)
New Album “So To Speak” Coming SOON!!!
January 5, 2010
  My new Album entitled “So To Speak” featuring 8 original compositions by myself is being printed and pressed right now and will be available by the end of January!!! Make sure to check: CDBABY   iTunes   and all other online music sellers.  Hope to see you on the road!   (read more)
Damian Erskine Quartet opening for Intervision at Jimmy Mak’s
December 21, 2009
Damian Erskine Quartet opening for Intervision Tuesday, Dec. 26th, 2009 Jimmy Mak’s 221 Northwest 10th Avenue Portland, OR 97209-3108 (503) 295-6542 Come support two of Portland most exciting young bands!  ;) (I’ll be playing in both of them)  This will be a paired down version of my band featuring Reinhardt Melz, Brian Ward and John Nastos. Damian Erskine Project: 7:30 – 8:30 Intervision:… (read more)
Damian Erskine Project playing at the Mission Theatre in Portland!
October 30, 2009
Damian Erskine Project Tuesday, Dec. 1st, 2009 Mission Theatre 1624 NW Glisan St Portland, OR 97209-2240 (503) 223-4527 This will be the maiden voyage for this new band as well as the first live performance of the new material from my upcoming CD, "So To Speak..". The band is killing! Featuring Reinhardt Melz (drms), David Goldblatt ... (read more)
Tone demo for new Skjold bass !
October 30, 2009
Many have asked for it so I thought I’d post a little snippet of a tune I’m working on for the new CD (will keep you posted on THAT as well!!). It’s not fully mixed and is not a representation of the complete track, but there is a nice display of tones here. [...] (read more)
Lessons available online!!
October 30, 2009
I have begun posting lessons and e-books at a new wonderful site called LEARN THE LOWEND. A host of wonderful bass players are beginning to post lessons. Some are free, others are offered for a small fee, but the content is wonderful. Check it out!! TONS of good information and exercises [...] (read more)
Skjold Damian Erskine Signature Series Bass!!
October 30, 2009
I am absolutely THRILLED to let you all know about something Pete Skjold and I have been working on behind the scenes for over a year now. Skjold designs will be releasing and custom building the Damian Erskine signature bass! This is the 6-string (although it will be available as 4,5,6,7…whatever you want. [...] (read more)
NoTreble.com
October 30, 2009
Attn: Bass Players Damian is now on the board of advisors for a great new(ish) website for bassists. www.notreble.com This site is already great but will be under-going some changes and will prove to be one fantastic site/resource for bassists. Check it out!! (also check out my column there, “FAQ with Damian Erskine” where players can [...] (read more)
New CD in the works!
October 30, 2009
So August is almost upon us and is also the month that I begin the recording process for my new CD (and first original project!)!  The disc will featue Reinhardt Melz (drms), Ramsey Embick (pno) and Chris Mosley (gtr) and all original music written by yours truly.  Much different from my last outing and we’re [...] (read more)
Ashland, OR this weekend
October 30, 2009
The goings on over the last two weeks of July... (read more)
Seattle peeps
October 30, 2009
Just a heads for my WA friends! I’ll be in Ephrata,WA playing with Intervision on Friday and Patrick Lamb on Saturday for the Basin Summer Sounds downtown festival. Sunday I have 2 shows in Seattle with Intervision! First playing the Bite of Seattle finishing off the night at Tost. Check the [...] (read more)
Personalized VIDEO LESSONS
October 30, 2009
I've decided to start offering private and personalized video lessons to interested players.. Partially meant to help some folks and be used as an addendum to my instructional booklet, but also as a means of connecting with other players around the world that I just physically can't connect with ... (read more)
GospelChops.com y'all!!
October 30, 2009
I just got word that the gospelchops bass sessionz, vol. 1 DVD will be shipping next week!! I was also told that because there was so much good footage, it is now a 2-DVD set!! I'm pretty proud of this one... Bass fans should definitely check it ... (read more)