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Jimkata released their second fan-funded album, “In Motion,” on February 12th. The trio from Ithaca, New York brings a summertime feel to these cold winter days with airy synths and uplifting lyrics. Listening to Jimkata’s new record transports us onto a speed boat riding the waves on a sunny day. The addition of some electronic elements to a predominantly jam-based sound propels the listener further into the blissful atmosphere that Jimkata illustrates. In Motion features a more polished, experienced band that is able to shape the sound towards a more progressive jam centered around empowering lyrics.

you are a dreamer, a saint, stronger than wire

you won’t be defeated by

any crook, any thiefs, any liars

“Wild Ride”

Operating without a record label is no easy feat to accomplish, but Jimkata has proven their worth to audiences around the country who have in turn supported the band. This massive amount of support speaks volumes about Jimkata’s talent as musicians and powerful lyrics. It is through the sound that performer and viewer become united as a single entity. Evan Friedell (guitar/vocals) reflects on the lyrics of In Motion saying, “I sort of discover what I’m writing about later. And I don’t always know where the inspiration comes from. But overall, these are songs about processing adversity.”

Along with their new record, Jimkata has released their Spring 2016 tour dates:

Feb. 19 – Burlington, VT – Higher Ground

Feb. 20 – Albany, NY – The Hollow

Feb. 25 – Philadelphia, PA – Milkboy

Feb. 26 – Manchester, CT – The Main Pub

Feb. 27 – Syracuse, NY – The Westcott Theater

Mar. 01 – Richmond, VA – The Camel

Mar. 02 – Greenville, NC – Crossbones Tavern

Mar. 03 – Live Oak, FL – Aura Music Festival

Mar. 05 – Savannah, GA – Barrelhouse South

Mar. 17 – Washington, DC – Gypsy Sallys

Mar. 18 – Asbury Park, NJ – The Saint

Mar. 19 – Hamden, CT – The Outer Space

Mar. 24 – Pittsburgh, PA – Club Cafe

Mar. 25 – Harrisburg, PA – Abbey Bar

Mar. 26 – Buffalo, NY – Iron Works

Apr. 01 – Rochester, NY – Flour City Station

Apr. 02 – Oneonta, NY – Oneonta Theatre

Apr. 07 – Boston, MA – Middle East Upstairs

Apr. 08 – Ithaca, NY – The Haunt

Apr. 09 – Brooklyn, NY – Rough Trade

Apr. 13 – Cleveland, OH – Beachland Tavern

Apr. 14 – Columbus, OH – Woodlands Tavern

Apr. 15 – Kalamazoo, MI – Shakespeare’s

Apr. 16 – Chicago, IL – Tonic Room

Apr. 21 – Fort Collins, CO – Hodi’s Half Note

Apr. 22 – Denver, CO – Larimer Lounge

Apr. 23 – Boulder, CO – The Lazy Dog

Apr. 27 – Iowa City, IA – Yacht Club

Apr. 28 – Grand Rapids, MI – Founders

Apr. 29 – Lansing, MI – The Loft

Apr. 30 – Erie, PA – Kings Rook Club

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