Lyric-driven indie folk rock from Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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Albums
- 11 tracks (59:21)These songs have been written over the past six years, just a couple each year, as I have reexamined myself, God, and the beautiful earth we live on. This album is a musical journal of this struggle and journey. We hope these songs inspire you to question the way things have always been and lead you closer to the truth that brings you freedom.
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Live at Grassfire 2011
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- We're playing this weekend at Rick Beerhorst's house as part of their House Concert Series. We'd love to see you there!
- Join us at The DAAC tonight for our CD Release Spectacular! Doors open at 7:00.
- Tune in to 88.1 WYCE to hear The Muteflutes LIVE on the radio tomorrow (Friday) afternoon! At 2:30 p.m. EST Aaron and I (Micah) will be sitting down with the DJ and playing a few songs on air.
- MuteFlutes CD Release Party and Concert
- Join us this Friday for our CD Release Spectacular. It's going to be epic.
- Getting excited to play for you all at our official CD Release Spectacular at The DAAC on Friday. Click here to RSVP!
- Local radio station 88.1 WYCE has been giving us some airplay recently (Thanks WYCE!). Do us all a favor and click here to ask for more!
- LOVE this. Best fan mail ever.
- Here's a photo from our performance last weekend at Official Shorts Brewing Company. Thanks to all who came out! Hope you had as much fun as we did.
- Also, here's the FB Event page for our Sola Gratia Music Series show at Advent Lutheran Church on Sunday. Ticket sales benefit SEEDS After-school Program!
- Two shows this weekend! Playing tomorrow up at Short's Brewing Company and on Sunday at Advent Lutheran Church in Lake Ann. Songkick has the details. See you there!
- We're playing a show this Saturday up at Short's Brewing Company. Care to join us? Check out our Songkick listing for details.
- CD Release Spectacular
- Prefer a CD? Hard copies of The Ballad of the Rebel Grape are now available! Get yours here:
- We're giving away 200 free downloads of "How You Gonna Keep 'Em" off our new CD, The Ballad of the Rebel Grape. First come, first served; but don't be greedy—tell your friends, too, of course. : )
- The Muteflutes Newsletter, Vol. 1. It's a good one. You really should subscribe, people.
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Tweets
- Join us at @thedaac tonight for our CD Release Spectacular! Doors open at 7:00. #rebelgrape https://t.co/ITd2AEKsFeb 10, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Tune in to 88.1 #WYCE at 2:30 p.m. today to hear us play a few songs live on air. Then join us live at @thedaac at 7:30. #happyfridayFeb 10, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Join us this Friday for a CD Release Spectacular at @thedaac #rebelgrape @mlive - http://t.co/vSVR22QK
- Someone who saw us at @ShortsBrewing this weekend left us this note: #bestfanmailever http://t.co/1yAXlgldJan 24, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- For those of you who prefer your music in disc form, The Ballad of the Rebel Grape is now available from @cdbaby! http://t.co/IQeHtosOJan 16, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- @AlanaMokma Thanks for spreading the goodness! Did you get your copy of the CD yet? If not, check our latest email for a little something...
- We're giving away 200 free downloads of our new track, "How You Gonna Keep 'Em." First come, first served. http://t.co/YNZc4DOB #rebelgrapeJan 13, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Drumroll please! Our new CD, The Ballad of the Rebel Grape, is officially available for digital download. http://t.co/Rr6pMmKF #rebelgrapeJan 13, 12 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Get The Muteflutes email newsletter. We won't be sending out emails often but, when we do, you won't want to miss them. http://t.co/hzRz8iEzDec 30, 11 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Listen to 5 full tracks from The Ballad of the Rebel Grape! Album available for digital download on Jan 13. http://t.co/44VxrZgBDec 30, 11 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- You know, I think the computers are here to stay. I'm going to get out of the woods and learn 'em. P.S. Check out http://t.co/0D1bEzlf.Nov 09, 11 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Get excited: we're recording our first studio album, The Ballad of the Rebel Grape. Here's a peek behind the scenes: http://t.co/NQzq7mKjOct 13, 11 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
- Alright #GrandRapids, let's get this party started.Oct 13, 11 from web Reply, Retweet, Favorite
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Events
- Upcoming Shows2012FEBRUARY 25 | 7:00 p.m.106 Fuller Ave. SEGrand Rapids, Michigan[$6.00 at the door]PAST SHOWSThe D.A.A.C. in Grand Rapids, MIThe D.A.A.C. in Grand Rapids, MIAdvent Lutheran Church in Lake Ann, MIShorts Brewing Company in Bellaire, MI
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Lyrics
- From The Ballad of the Rebel Grape
03 | HOW YOU GONNA KEEP 'EM
Notes:
I wrote this song nearly two years ago, when it seemed to me it was only a matter of time before people were going to rise up and fight against the controlling powers of this world. I wouldn't consider myself a prophet, but today, this song feels more timely and relevant than ever. No matter what you think about the protests that have been happening here and around the world, it is inspiring to see people use their voices to seek justice.
—Micah McLaughlin, The Muteflutes
How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they see God?How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they see God?
You can tell them all the lines
Tell them all their crimes
Remind them of their deeds
Show them that they're blind
How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they see God?
How you gonna keep 'em off the streets when they see greed?
How you gonna keep 'em off the streets when they see greed?
When we find the coorperations are running the nation
We cast a vote out of final desperation
How you gonna keep 'em off the streets when they see greed?
How you gonna talk about peace when you make wars?
How you gonna talk about peace when you make wars?
It’s easy to see in this tragedy
That our country’s not spreading a democracy
How you gonna talk about peace when you make wars?
How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they feel God?
How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they feel God?
When they start to realize their beautiful design
Carrying the light and love of the divine
How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they see God?
How you gonna keep 'em off the streets when they see greed?
How you gonna talk about peace when you make wars?
How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they feel God?
When they start to realize their beautiful design
Carrying the light and love of the divine
How you gonna keep 'em in the church when they see God?
