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The Ditty Bops

The Ditty Bops
Background information
OriginFlag of United States Los Angeles, California, USA
Genre(s)Folk, bluegrass, blues, western swing, ragtime
Years active2004–present
Label(s)Warner Bros. Records
Websitehttp://www.thedittybops.com/
Members
Abby DeWald, Amanda Barrett

The Ditty Bops are a North American band from Los Angeles, California under contract with Warner Brothers. They are noted for their tight vocal harmonies and playful style. They are headed by Abby DeWald (vocals and acoustic guitar) and Amanda Barrett (vocals, mandolin and dulcimer). Their music is reminiscent of such artists as Joni Mitchell and Simon and Garfunkel, but incorporates a variety of musical styles such as folk, bluegrass, blues, western swing, ragtime and musical theater. Their live shows are often very interactive, and have different themes and theatrical elements complete with props, costumes, skits, and amusing slide shows.

Romantically involved since 1999, DeWald and Barrett met in New York City but formed The Ditty Bops years later after a hunt for a neighbor's lost cat. When they unwittingly crossed into the backyard of a stranger, they discovered that he was a musician and an avid guitar collector. He encouraged them to form a band and start playing.

Six of their songs have been included on the hit ABC show Grey's Anatomy. Their song "There's a Girl" is on the series soundtrack.

From May 23 through September 2, 2006, the Ditty Bops embarked on a cross-country tour by bicycle to commemorate the release of their second album, Moon Over the Freeway. They travelled from Los Angeles to New York City, logging 4,502.75 miles.

Discography

  • The Ditty Bops (CD) - Warner Bros. Records - 2004
  • Moon Over The Freeway (CD) - Warner Bros. Records - 2006

Interviews

  • ThoughtWorthy Media Interview with The Ditty Bops (38:04)
  • The Advocate: "Gotta have my Bops"


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    The Ditty Bops in the news

    Well this did a little ditty on my braincells which were getting far too confused and upset over the trivial. Sometimes the basics are all you need.

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