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Andrew Bird performs in The Current studios

by Steve Seel and Andrew Bird

April 13, 2009

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Theft of the Dial - Andrew Bird

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Singer / Songwriter Andrew Bird
Minnesota Public Radio / Eamon Coyne

Andrew Bird, a Chicago native, has been charming fans with his loop filled, whistling songwriting since the late '90s.

Finding his beginnings in The Squirrel Nut Zippers and his rock group "A Bowl of Fire," Andrew Bird grew his folk/rock loop-filled whistling songwriting style into his signature solo sound. He released his fifth solo album in 2009, titled, Noble Beast.

Andrew Bird and his Minneapolis all-star band stopped by The UBS Forum at Minnesota Public Radio and performed an intimate show in front of a live studio audience.

Songs performed:
"Fitz and the Dizzy Spells", "Anonanimal",
"Oh No", "Effigy" and "Imitosis".

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Andrew Bird's Gear — Considering the amount of sound created, Andrew Bird's gear is surprisingly minimal.
Photo: Stacy Schwartz / StaciaannPhotography.com

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The Minneapolis Band — Andrew Bird's Band: Martin Dosh (drums), Mike Lewis (bass), and Jeremy Ylvisaker (guitar). All members are active in the Twin Cities music scene.
Minnesota Public Radio / Eamon Coyne

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Jeremy Ylvisaker has performed with such Twin Cities' musicians as Mark Mallman, Fog, and Martin Dosh.
Photo: Stacy Schwartz / StaciaannPhotography.com

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