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Earthlings ~ Ann Richards & K.C.Jones 

Scroll down for 12 Music Videos and 103 sound samples from our CDs!

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Award Winning Songwriters, Singers and Musicians,
The Earthlings have performed over 4,000 shows in seven states, and 3 provinces.

Their recorded music on eight Earthlings CDs is purchased and played in 16 countries:
U.S.A. - Canada - England - Scotland - Ireland - Japan - New Zealand - Australia - Austria
Italy - Germany - Belgium - Netherlands - Sweden - Denmark - Switzerland

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Click the screen below to play these 12 Videos!
Choose Videos From the Side Menu (two pages)

(Don't forget to adjust the volumes on this video player AND on your computer!)  

Scroll down for Newspaper Reviews and 103 sound samples from our CDs!

  Whatcha Say? 

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the Venice Herald Tribune 
review of "Book Feast" 2006
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Click Here to read the
  Palm Beach Post review of 
"Reading  Around Florida" 2005

 

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 North Manatee Observer 
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"Hey! Who are you
 calling 'weird'?"

 

 


17 new shows for 2008!

(Click on the underlined titles for a link to more info or photos)

Earthlings present 
"Go Get A Book"
 Songs Celebrating Reading
And Fun at the Library
Interactive fun for ages 4 to 12.


Hear Here!
103 Song  Sound Samples 
(MP3 & WAV files) are available to hear ~ here at this link. 

Earthlings' StorySongs 
Gentle fun with story songs and puppet pals
 for children age 1 to 6.

Earthlings Present 
"Earth Day Every Day" 
 Recycling, Water Conservation, Plants and Animal Songs for ages 4 to 12
and all age adults.		 Earthlings Present
 "Don't Be A Drip"
 Fun and funny musical interactive Water Conservation program.  
For ages 4 to 12
and all age adults.

Earthlings present
 “Recycling Sounds Great!”
 Fun and funny musical recycling program, 
with recycled tunes played on "pre-cycled" instruments. For ages 4 to 12
and all age adults.

Earthlings present 
"Florida Critters,
Sights and Sounds"
Songs about Florida. 
Interactive fun for ages 4 to 12.

Earthlings'
 Hawaiian Style Hula Luau
 Learn some Hulas!
Fun for Adults or kids age 4 to 12

 

The Earthlings'
 Rootin' Tootin'
 Cowboy Round-Up
 Fun & Funny Cowboy & Western show
With cowboy songs, costumes, props and audience participation.
For ages 4 to 12.

Earthlings' Electric 
Washboard Band
Fun for Families - Moms & Dads as well as kids. For ages 2 to 92!

Earthlings' Christmas Boogie
 Old favorites and new surprises for holiday parties. Lots of interaction with everyone joining in to make the music!
For ages 3 to 12
and all age adults.

 Earthlings' Boogie Woogie Washboard Band
For Kids age 6 through 12.

Sentimental Serenade
 Smooth and Swinging songs
from the ‘20s, ‘30s, ‘40s & ‘50s.

Earthlings'
 Intergenerational Programs
Seniors and Children
 ~ Something In Common ~
 "Make and Take"  Music Crafts Sessions 
or  Songs For All Generations
 A single session or a series. 

The Bad Pennies
 Nostalgic Novelty 
from the ‘20s, ‘30s, ‘40s & ‘50s.
Earthlings present 
“Sailing On The Friend Ship”
 To have a friend - be a friend.
Fun program on friendship and violence avoidance for ages 5 to 12.

The Earthlings' 
Make & Take Music Show 
Music Crafts & Songs
Make musical instruments out of recycled materials and join the band!
For kids age 3 to 12.

Earthlings present 
“R. U. A. Character?”
 Fun program on the Six Pillars of good character for ages 5 to 12.


Theme Shows Galore!
For Adults or Kids

Christmas  -  New Year's  -  Hanukkah  -  St. Valentine's Day
St. Patrick's Day  -  Canada Day  -  4th of July  -  Halloween
Harvest  -  Birthdays  -  Hawaiian  -  Mexican  -  Cowboy & Western
Caribbean  -  Rainy Days  -  Train Songs  -  Legends & Myths
Animals & Birds  -  19th Century Songs  -  20th Century Review
1900 through 1930  -  1930 through 1960  -  Grand Openings
Winter  -  Spring  -  Summer  -  Fall   -   Mardi Gras all year long!
Earth Day Every Day - Recycling - Water Conservation
Special Intergenerational Programs 
And Many More! 

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What's That Sound?
(Instrumental Information)

Click these links for pictures of some of the instruments we use  (then click your browser "Back" button) 

Guitar,    Ukulele,    Banjolele, 
Washboard,    GuitJo, 
Musical Saw,     Spoons,    Kazoos,
Wash-Tub Bass,   Harmonica,     Voices
 and dozens of other instruments 
and sound effects. 

The Earthlings’ Electric Washboard Band presents high energy and upbeat
 musical programs. Their shows are full of fun and funny original and 
traditional songs and spiced with their unique instruments,
special effects, costumes, props and comedy.

Scroll down for Endorsement Quotes and 103 sound samples from our CDs!

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"My two sons and I saw you today at the Anna Maria Island Library, We bought a couple of CD's and have been listening to them all day. My sons love all the songs and keep asking to play them again and again."   ~ Kelly Seagraves
 

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"I loved listening to your songs, you have a beautiful, fun sound. I'm also impressed by the range of subjects you cover."
Travis Sherman, Gulf Beaches Public Library, Madeira Beach, Florida
 

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"Thanks again for all your help with the grand opening - your program was great!"
Kathy Hemmat, Children's Librarian, Golden Gate Branch, Naples, Florida
 

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"The Earthlings' music gets the audience going...
their toe tapping tunes and the unusual instruments captured the kids' attention.
Their songs have a strong Florida flavor... A real crowd pleaser."
The Palm Beach Post, Palm Beach, Florida
 

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"Thank you again for being a wonderful part of our family day!  I would love for you to be part of our next one."
Dawn Johnson ~  Curator of Education ~ Tampa Museum of Art ~ Tampa, Florida
 

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"Crazy and amazing two-man band"  St. Petersburg Times ~ St. Petersburg Florida

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"Thank you so much for making both the Holiday Stroll and the Palms & Poinsettias such fun events!
I have had so many people say that they had a blast with you!
You are truly an asset to our events. Thank you for your energy and excitement!
Charla Lucas, Special Events, City of Largo, Florida
 

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"The Earthlings fascinated their pint-sized crowd."
The North Manatee Observer, Bradenton, Florida
 

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"Thanks for the wonderful music and stories you shared with us last week. 
Both the children and adults enjoyed the whole show. Thanks also for the 'Book Feast' CD, 
I am already using it in my programming. I look forward to seeing you here in the future."
Teresa Fogolini ~ Youth Program Coordinator
Englewood Charlotte Public Library ~ Englewood, Florida
 

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"Dear K.C. and Ms. Ann
My Mom took my brother and I to the Winter Haven Library a couple of weeks ago to see you and bought a CD
and then to the Lake Alfred Library yesterday. I volunteered to be on stage and was the Lamb and Goat
in the song called 'Mares Eat Oats'. Do you remember me? Well, I think you're really great! I love your shows!
Love, Michelle C. - 7 years old"
 

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"Thank you so much for the delightfully creative musical program 'Recycling Sounds Great!'. 
Your creativity has inspired us all to put some of our garbage to fun use. 
Several people asked if we could have you back soon."
Debra Howell ~ Children's Librarian
Haines City Public Library ~ Haines City, Florida

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"The parents and children in our community thoroughly enjoyed you 
and your unique style of fun! You supply a fantastic, quality performance."
Marion Chamberlain, Seminole Public Library, Seminole, Florida
 

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"They are fun to listen to... they harmonize like Peter, Paul and Mary
with funny lyrics... this music always brings a smile to your face." 
The Bradenton Herald, Bradenton, Florida
 

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"Thanks for a great show! It was wonderful and fun for kids of all ages."
Sheila Kaufer ~ Children's Librarian
Jacaranda Library ~ Venice, Florida

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"I heard such great remarks about your program from our staff. 
The fun instruments and the Florida & reading themed songs made for a lively time."
 Libby Rupert ~ Children's Services Supervisor
Manatee County Central Library ~ Bradenton, Florida
 

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"Thank you for your enjoyable program!" 
Angelina Henry-Manzur
Children's Librarian ~ DeBary Public Library ~ DeBary, Florida
 

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"Thanks for the great show you put on for our preschoolers. 
Anyone who missed it really lost out!"
Marcia B. McKinney, Gulf gate Public Library, Sarasota, Florida
 

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"Thanks for making Family Night such a huge success!"
Lois Eannel, Palm Harbor Library, Palm Harbor, Florida
 

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"Thank you for providing an educational and entertaining program. 
Your presentation during our 'Hats Off To The West' week was right on target!"
Pat Brinkley, Gulfport Public Library, Gulfport, Florida
 

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"Thank you for the wonderful entertainment you provided during our Santa's 
arrival program. We received nothing but great remarks on your performance."
Jason Hilliard, Marketing Coordinator, Parkside Mall, Pinellas Park, Florida

 

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"Sunny songs for all ages”
- Pitt Meadows Times, Pitt Meadows, British Columbia, Canada
 

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“Wacky and Upbeat” - C.B.C. Radio, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
 

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“A heaping helping of laughs”
- The Abbotsford News, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
 

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“Their visual and funny live performances are not to be missed!
- The Tri-City News, Coquitlam , British Columbia, Canada
 

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“Unique & great fun to listen to.”
West Coast Families Magazine
 

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“B.C.’s Best in Family Entertainment! Wacky and Wonderful.
An endless parade of fun songs and innovative home-made instruments.”
The Maple Ridge News, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada
 

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“Top Notch Entertainment.”
The Hope Standard,  Hope, British Columbia, Canada
 

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“With their light-hearted approach, their unique instruments and fun music, 
The Earthlings invite their friends to join in a celebration of creativity and imagination.”
The Chilliwack Progress, Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
 

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“Unforgettable and Delightful... Solid guitar and vocals with a  totally unique
  rhythmic sound ... Funny lyrics and catchy melodies - Join the fun!”
 B.C. Parent Magazine

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Listen Here!

Listen Hear!


Hear Here!
103 Song  Sound Samples 
(MP3 & WAV files) are available to hear ~ here at this link. 

Listen Hear!
 
Listen Here!

The Earthlings’ Electric Washboard Band has released Seven critically acclaimed CDs!


 You can get these CD's at any Earthlings show or you can mail order from us directly
Just send an email message to   earthlings@tampabay.rr.com   We'll respond with the mail order form.

"My two sons and I saw you today at the Anna Maria Island Library, We bought a couple of CD's and have been listening to them all day. My sons love all the songs and keep asking to play them again and again."   ~ Kelly Seagraves
Earthlings songs are also available for online purchase and download  at these stores:
 Amazon MP3,    Rhapsody,   Napster,   eMusic,   Sony Connect  &  iTunes
Scroll down for direct links to Earthlings album pages.

You can reach Eight of our MP3 & MP4 albums directly with these links:

Amazon MP3

 Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - Storysongs

Rhapsody

StorySongs

 

 

Amazon MP3

Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - Earthlings ~ Light Up The Holidays 

Rhapsody

Light Up The Holidays

 

Amazon MP3

 Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - Check It Out! - Library Finds

Rhapsody

Check It Out! ~ Library Finds

 


Amazon MP3

Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - Historic Hits - 19th Century Pop! - Vol. 1

Rhapsody

Historic Hits
~ 19th Century Pop ~
Volume One


Amazon MP3

Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - Historic Hits - 19th Century Pop! - Vol. 2

Rhapsody

 19th Century Pop
~ Historic Hits ~
Volume Two

Amazon MP3

Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - A Bushel Full Of Pumpkin Songs 

Rhapsody

Pumpkin Songs

 

Amazon MP3

Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - "Recycling Sounds Great!"

Rhapsody

Recycling Sounds Great!

 

Nothin' Muffin

Going On-Line Soon!

 

Amazon MP3

Earthlings Electric Washboard Band - Water We Talkin' About?

Rhapsody

Water We Talkin' About?

 

 

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Contact EARTHLINGS

The Earthlings’ Electric Washboard Band
can add their special brand of fun and excitement
 to any age group and any size event
from house party to festival stage.

It’s never too early to start planning your next
special event - Don’t Delay - Call Today!!

EARTHLINGS
K.C. Jones & Ann Richards
Largo, Florida
(727) 729-7778
Email: earthlings@tampabay.rr.com 

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