THE ASHTRAY HEARTS FINISHING THIRD LP

(September 2012) The Ashtray Hearts spent late March and early April recording their third record at the Terrarium in Minneapolis. This collection of twelve songs is set to be released in early 2013. More updates will be posted on the Ashtray Hearts Facebook page.

THE ASHTRAY HEARTS ONLY SHOW OF 2010 IS FRIDAY, AUGUST 27TH

Though the Ashtray Hearts have been living continents apart for the last couple of years, they've managed to figure out a way to schedule a show while all members are finally in the same place for a day or two. Come on down to the 331 Club in Northeast Minneapolis on Friday, August 27th, 10pm for good company and a free show.

The Ashtray Hearts
331 Club
Northeast Minneapolis
Friday, August 27, 2010
10pm Free

THE ASHTRAY HEARTS ARE BACK!

The Ashtray Hearts return to the 331 Club in NE Minneapolis for a rare appearance on Saturday, September 19th, 2009 at 9pm. Singer/guitarist Dan Richmond is back in the US for a few weeks before returning to Bosnia for another year. The Hearts have a handful of new songs. Come early if you are interested in participating in the 331's 'Drunken Spelling Bee.' Should be an interesting night.

The Ashtray Hearts
331 Club, NE Mpls
Saturday, September 19th, 2009
9pm, FREE

ASHTRAY HEARTS PLAY FINAL SHOW OF 2008

Yes, it’s true.  The Ashtray Hearts will be playing one more show in 2008 before taking an extended hiatus.  Singer/guitarist Dan Richmond will be following his wife Melissa Mendelson to Bosnia where she will be teaching on a fellowship.  Join the Ashtray Hearts at the 331 Club in Northeast Minneapolis on Saturday, September 6th for a send off for Melissa, Dan, and the Hearts (for now). 

Here are the details:
The Ashtray Hearts
Saturday, September 6, 2008
8pm, 21+, Free!

"HEARTBREAK & HARMONY" RETURNS TO THE TURF MAY 3, 2008

The Heartbreak & Harmony showcase returns to the Turf Club on May 3rd.  The Ashtray Hearts will be joined by Painted Saints and Bill Caperton.  Painted Saints are lead by Paul Fonfara, a former member of Devotchka and a touring member of Jim White's band.  Bill Caperton is co-leader of St. Paul band Ela as well as a member of Askeleton.  H&H shows are always fun and we look forward to seeing you there.

ASHTRAY HEARTS RETURN TO 331 CLUB ON DECEMBER 14TH

The Ashtray Hearts will return to the 331 Club for what's become a rare Minneapolis show.  It all takes place Friday, December 14th starting at 9pm.

ASHTRAY HEARTS AVAILABLE ON ITUNES, EMUSIC, RHAPSODY

The Ashtray Hearts two releases, Perfect Halves and Old Numbers, are available for download at iTunes, eMusic, Rhapsody and a dozen other online services.  Tell your friends.

THE ASHTRAY HEARTS PLAY THE UPTOWN BAR ON SAT 3/24/07

The Ashtray Hearts will play the Uptown Bar in Minneapolis on Saturday, March 24th. Joining them will be the Western Fifth and Brown Derby.

"HEARTBREAK & HARMONY" ASHTRAY HEARTS AT THE TURF CLUB ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH, 2007

Join us on Saturday, February 17, 2007 for another "Heartbreak & Harmony" showcase at the Turf. This time around it will be the Ashtray Hearts, Martin Devaney, The Winter Blanket and the Roe Family Singers. Music starts around 9:30.

NEW SONGS BY THE ASHTRAY HEARTS AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD

A while back, the Ashtray Hearts did a live session for 89.3 The Current. The set included live versions of "Rules," "Exits," "Watching Me Try," and "Brother." "Brother" is not on any Hearts record, but you can download it here.

ASHTRAY HEARTS FEATURE IN CITYSOUTH MAGAZINE

The Ashtray Hearts are on the cover of the winter 2006/07 issue of CitySouth magazine. For folks living in South Minneapolis, you may have had a copy delivered to your door. For the rest of you, you can see the article here. Thanks to Erin Madsen of CitySouth for a nice honest look at the band.

The Ashtray Hearts "Perfect Halves" is available from the Free Election store.

Check out the Ashtray Hearts video for Rules.