Deer Tick is the band name of guitarist and singer-songwriter John McCauley's rock trio. It began as McCauley's solo project in December 2004. Within a few years he had acquired a strong following through constant touring in parts of the Northeast and self-released CD-Rs.
Christopher Dale Ryan (bassist) and Dennis Ryan (drummer who replaced Paul Marandola) became official members of Deer Tick in mid-2007. James Falzone played electric piano with Deer Tick off and on from 2006 to 2007.
Deer Tick's music has often been described as a combination of folk, blues, and country with a strong grunge influence. McCauley is known for his distinct gruff-sounding face.
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By Rachel Brodsky Ever since the release of 2007's War Elephant , John McCauley's raspy snarl and bittersweet words have painted the portrait of an older, more wizened musician. Known for creating a bluesy fusion of country music, rock, and alt-folk, his band, Deer Tick, has often raised the ire of a certain, farm-tool-themed publication. Refusing to bow to critics who question why this Rhode ...
March 13 • Fountain Square Deer Tick coalesced in John McCauley's Providence, R.I., bedroom five years ago. After discovering Hank Williams, the 18-year-old dissolved his duo project, My Other Face, and wrote and recorded songs at home for a year, making CDRs that he sold at basement/bar gigs. Deer Tick headlines the free Fountain Square St. Patrick's Day party, which kicks off at 1 p.m ...