The Ragbirds

Led by dynamic, multi-instrumentalist songwriter Erin Zindle, The Ragbirds create music that is equally danceable, intelligent and vulnerable. They incorporate conscious lyrics, global-infused beats, indie-pop melodies, rock guitar riffs and folk sensibilities into an energized live show, leaving listeners in a higher place than when it began. At each performance, Erin transforms into a seemingly-mythical creature who dances with graceful arms outstretched, hand-made wings glued to her shoulders, recklessly digging into her fiddle strings with her bow. Her voice is both earthy and ethereal, full of character and texture with lyrics that point to the daily paradox of intentionally cultivating hope in the midst of a crazed and jaded world. She skillfully switches between violin, kalimba, piano, and accordion, never losing her infectious smile. They describe their music as "infectious global groove". The musical roots of The Ragbirds sound are complex - with Gypsy, Middle-Eastern, Americana, rock, and Latin influences, all stirred with a Celtic fiddler’s bow. The indie-folk-rock songs carry a positive message and include both pop hooks and improvised solos. It is music that fits stages of many sizes and styles - from listening rooms - to jam-band music festivals - to bars and clubs with a hyped-up dance floor.The Ragbirds make use of numerous traditional folk instruments, blending them with modern sounds to create an infectious world groove rooted in the traditions of many cultures and eras. The group has released six full-length studio albums, two live records and one single - all self-produced and independently released. In 2019, the band was officially renamed "Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds" - revamping their lineup of musicians and their sound.