If there was ever a band that represents the term “big fun”, it’s Swing Piggy. Hailing from north and south of the Mason-Dixon line, their sound is a product of their environments. Blending many different styles of roots music these guys bring to life their own boogie, country shuffle that brings people to their feet and keeps the booties shaking all night.

Swing Piggy is comprised of two east coast touring bands: Truffle and Echoes Farm. Dave Gerard (guitars, vocals) and David Bailey (bass) of Truffle have toured all but ten states in the U.S., playing as many as 275 shows in one year. As well as headlining many respected venues, they have shared the stage with Dave Matthews Band, The Radiators, The Band, Widespread Panic, and Blues Traveler to name a few. They have worked on all three Gerard releases as well as Truffle’s 5 CD’s, and countless compilations. Gerard’s music can be found on motion film soundtracks, and an NYC learning series video. The Dave’s have won many “Best Duo” awards in their home region of New England.

Echoes Farm (now defunct) members Jim Waive (guitar, vocals) and Kent Raine (drums, percussion) hailing from Charlottesville, VA, have toured the east coast extensively from New York to Florida, and inland from Ohio to Alabama, averaging 150 shows per year. Their tight musical partnership speaks for itself and is evident in their live performance. Jim is currently making a big splash around the Virginia region with the Young Divorcees and their self-titled debut release. Kent is involved in many studio and live projects around this region, and is also part of Dave Gerard’s Groove Thang, the national touring ensemble with DG and DB; Every year they hit New England, Colorado, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Both Truffle and Echoes Farm have performed together numerous times as well as supporting acts such as Little Feat and Phish. All four musicians also contributed to Gerard’s second recording, Losing the Boy. Being cut from the same musical cloth and having a great friendship makes for a great night of musical chestnuts with an anything goes attitude. You won’t be disappointed.

“Dave Gerard, one of NH’s finest songwriters, has released his third solo album, Dreams of Kings. It is Gerard’s best of his three releases; which says a lot. “Tejanos Radio’ could be on any Dave Matthews Band release, and I love it!”

~ Jam Music Magazine (New England)

“David Bailey’s bass playing is superb and brings depth and strength to Memory Hill.”

~ Northeast Performer (Boston, MA)

“Dave Gerard is like a fine wine. Not only is he super tasty, but he gives you a nice buzz. Oh yeah, he also gets better with age.”

“His music has been the soundtrack of thousands of lives across the Seacoast.”

~ Portsmouth Herald (Portsmouth, NH)

“Dave is a master of acoustic-Americana with a voice to die for” ~ C-Ville Weekly (Charlottesville, VA)