“An awesome teaser….with commentary by band members, concert footage, and completely candid and entertaining behind-the-scenes footage that captures the quintet wonderfully.”  Missoula Independent   (read full review)

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ALL THE LABOR is the story of five Austin, Texas musicians collectively-known as The Gourds. In March, The Gourds recorded their tenth full studio album at “The Barn” in Woodstock, New York.  Produced by longtime Bob Dylan sideman, Larry Campbell, “Old Mad Joy” was released in September on Vanguard Records.  We began filming ALL THE LABOR in late August when the band rented an abandoned kitchen in a former mental institution in south Austin to practice the songs Campbell helped them hone back in March.  Since then, the alt-country roots rockers have toured relentlessly - as they have for the past 17 years - in support of their first major label release.  Their non-stop tour schedule is also intended to keep their many dedicated fans happy.  While all of the The Gourds’ critically-acclaimed records deserve the praise they have received, fans know that a full understanding of the band can only be achieved through experiencing them live.  ALL THE LABOR will introduce viewers to the energy and excitement of the band’s live performances while painting an intimate portrait of these talented songwriters and musicians at the top of their game. ALL THE LABOR is a production of Big Sky Pictures, LLC, in association with High Plains Films.