Folk-Tinged Rock and Roll
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA

“Rainchildren was a progressive folk band that performed mainly in the Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia areas. Although they had a large and active local fan base, the band broke up in October 1998.

Rainchildren's music was mainly acoustic rock, with two guitarists (Marty Shaughnessy & Steve Bridgeman), a bass player (Dennis Durasoff), drummer (Kevin Russo) and a percussionist (Aaron Gagne). The lyrics combined a simple faith in God with an acknowledgement of the pain and questioning all of us face trying to find him.

The band produced two demo tapes and three CDs. As often happens, two of the members (Shaughnessy & Bridgeman) have produced solo projects after the breakup.”

(from http://speedydeletion.wikia.com/wiki/Rainchildren)

“Rainchildren was based in Central Pennsylvania, but toured extensively in the region and nationwide. The combination of Marty Shaughnessy on vocals/guitars, Steve Bridgeman on guitar, Dennis Durasoff on bass, Kevin Russo on drums, and Aaron Gagne on percussion created a distinctive sound that fused thoughtful lyrics with eclectic music. Drawing from pop, jazz, world, and rock influences, Rainchildren separated themselves from the trends and quickly gathered a strong fanbase of people who appreciate good music.

Before breaking up in 1998, Rainchildren released 5 recordings. Feels Like Summer is the only one still in print.”

(from http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/rainchildren)

Marty Shaughnessy: Guitars / Lead Vocals
Steve Bridgeman: Lead Guitar / Background Vocals
Dennis Durasoff: Bass / Background Vocals
Kevin Russo: Drums
Aaron Gagne: Percussion / Background Vocals

1994 Independent

1995 Independent

1997 Independent

Dennis Durasoff - Vocals
Marty Shaughnessy - Guitar, vocals
Steve Bridgeman - Guitar, vocals
Dennis Durasoff - Bass
Kevin Russo - Drums
Aaron Gagne - Percussion

Produced by Rainchildren
Tracks 8 & 9 produced by Steve Hindalong

1. Stories in the Rain (3:35)
2. Thanks, I'm Alright (3:14)
3. Sara (3:55)
4. Father From You (4:08)
5. Find the Humjam (2:49)
6. Change (4:48)
7. Feeling September (3:17)
8. Evergreen (2:44)
9. Two Dollar Dance (4:26)
10. Forward (3:50)
11. Papers and Boxes (3:53)

1998 Independent

“Limited Edition combines songs from Our Little Demo and The Other One' as well as a handful of unreleased tracks. Fan favorites like 'Song to Myself' and 'Everything' are naturally paired to some of the early and live tracks found on this project.” (from http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/rainchildren3)

1. Where I Should Be (3:44)
2. Something Pure (4:57)
3. I Can Still Remember (5:58)
4. Gardener (5:37)
5. Trust Again (3:26)
6. Flower (4:48)
7. Like a Child (3:28)
8. Take Me Back (3:59)
9. Mona Lisa (4:09)
10. Change (4:56)
11. Goodbye (3:40)
12. Everything (4:02)
13. Song to Myself (3:54)
14. Sons & Bridges (2:35)
15. Lower Than the Trees (5:29)
16. Diner (6:35)

2000 Independent

1. Crazy (3:12)
2. Feeling September (3:51)
3. 'Til We're Grey (3:44)
4. For Melicia (2:16)
5. Country Song (2:22)
6. The Place (3:45)
7. El Chupa Cabra (2:49)
8. Sara (4:15)
9. Yesterday (3:58)
10. Broken (2:52)
11. Curious Sun (7:46)

• The Long Story of the Band