. Jalbum 8.7 slides/Los Straitjackets.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Los Straitjackets, America's #1 Instrumental Combo become known as frequent collaborators, recording Sing Along With Los Straitjackets with a number of different artists. They were nominated for a Grammy Award for their collaboration with blues singer Eddy Clearwater, Rock 'N' Roll City. As time goes on, their stage shows have become more elaborate. Shows frequently feature choreography, guest vocalists such as Eddy "The Chief" Clearwater, Kaiser George of the Scottish band the Kaisers, Big Sandy, and burlesque dancing troupe The World Famous Pontani Sisters. Los Straitjackets, America's #1 Instrumental Combo become known as frequent collaborators, recording Sing Along With Los Straitjackets with a number of different artists. They were nominated for a Grammy Award for their collaboration with blues singer Eddy Clearwater, Rock 'N' Roll City. As time goes on, their stage shows have become more elaborate. Shows frequently feature choreography, guest vocalists such as Eddy "The Chief" Clearwater, Kaiser George of the Scottish band the Kaisers, Big Sandy, and burlesque dancing troupe The World Famous Pontani Sisters. slides/Los Straitjackets.jpg slides/Rick Nielsen.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 "I Want You to Want Me" is a song by Cheap Trick, originally recorded in 1977 for their album In Color, though the version from the band's 1978 album At Budokan subsequently became better known than the original. The song's lyrics and music were written by Rick Nielsen. It reached the top 10 on the U.S. charts. "I Want You to Want Me" is a song by Cheap Trick, originally recorded in 1977 for their album In Color, though the version from the band's 1978 album At Budokan subsequently became better known than the original. The song's lyrics and music were written by Rick Nielsen. It reached the top 10 on the U.S. charts. slides/Rick Nielsen.jpg slides/Rocket from the Crypt.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Possibly San Diego's finest musical act ever. Rocket From the Crypt was an American rock band led by John Reis, formed in 1990 in San Diego, California and disbanded in 2005. Possibly San Diego's finest musical act ever. Rocket From the Crypt was an American rock band led by John Reis, formed in 1990 in San Diego, California and disbanded in 2005. slides/Rocket from the Crypt.jpg slides/Luna.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Dean Wareham & Britta Phillips, former members of Luna. Started by Wareham in 1992, Luna made 7 studio albums and played their final shows in February 2005. Luna’s "Best Of" was recently released by Rhino and Beggar`s Banquet. Prior to Luna Dean fronted Galaxie 500. Dean Wareham & Britta Phillips, former members of Luna. Started by Wareham in 1992, Luna made 7 studio albums and played their final shows in February 2005. Luna’s "Best Of" was recently released by Rhino and Beggar`s Banquet. Prior to Luna Dean fronted Galaxie 500. slides/Luna.jpg slides/Jamaaladeen Tacuma.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Artist, Producer, Innovator, Performer, Arranger AND world class bassist Jamaaladeen Tacuma (Roy Ayers, Erika Badu, Lauren Hill) Artist, Producer, Innovator, Performer, Arranger AND world class bassist Jamaaladeen Tacuma (Roy Ayers, Erika Badu, Lauren Hill) slides/Jamaaladeen Tacuma.jpg slides/Jimmy Vivino.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Jimmy Vivino here with Chris DiPinto. The Vivino Brothers, being well known by Late Night With Conan O'Brien fans as integral members of the Max Weinberg 7, front one of the most in-demand session bands in blues today. Jimmy Vivino here with Chris DiPinto. The Vivino Brothers, being well known by Late Night With Conan O'Brien fans as integral members of the Max Weinberg 7, front one of the most in-demand session bands in blues today. slides/Jimmy Vivino.jpg slides/Conan.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Emmy-winning American comedian, writer and television personality best known as host of NBC's late-night talk/variety show Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and future host of The Tonight Show (2009) Emmy-winning American comedian, writer and television personality best known as host of NBC's late-night talk/variety show Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and future host of The Tonight Show (2009) slides/Conan.jpg slides/Dick Dale.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Dick Dale invented surf music in the 1950's. Not the '60's as is commonly believed. He was given the title "King of the Surf Guitar" by his fellow surfers with whom he surfed with from sun-up to sun-down. Dick Dale is best known for writing the ultimate Surf guitar song "Miserlou" back in 1962 which was also used in the soundtrack of the movie Pulp Fiction. Nowadays the Godfather of Surf is still touring worldwide with his band and is still pleasing millions of fans. Dick Dale invented surf music in the 1950's. Not the '60's as is commonly believed. He was given the title "King of the Surf Guitar" by his fellow surfers with whom he surfed with from sun-up to sun-down. Dick Dale is best known for writing the ultimate Surf guitar song "Miserlou" back in 1962 which was also used in the soundtrack of the movie Pulp Fiction. Nowadays the Godfather of Surf is still touring worldwide with his band and is still pleasing millions of fans. slides/Dick Dale.jpg slides/SonicBoom.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Sonic Boom from Spacemen 3, Spectrum, and Experimental Audio Research. Pictured with his Galaxie 4 made in 2002 at our store on his 2009 US tour. More info on Peter Kember on WikiPedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Kember Sonic Boom from Spacemen 3, Spectrum, and Experimental Audio Research. Pictured with his Galaxie 4 made in 2002 at our store on his 2009 US tour. More info on Peter Kember on WikiPedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Kember slides/SonicBoom.jpg slides/lil wayne.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Hip-hop star Li'l Wayne with his DiPinto Belvedere Deluxe guitar. The DiPinto seems to be his go-to guitar and he can be seen slinging it atop a semi converted into a limo in his hit video "Lick Me Like a Lollipop". Hip-hop star Li'l Wayne with his DiPinto Belvedere Deluxe guitar. The DiPinto seems to be his go-to guitar and he can be seen slinging it atop a semi converted into a limo in his hit video "Lick Me Like a Lollipop". slides/lil wayne.jpg slides/Nick Royale.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Playing Rock / Punk / Powerpop, The Hellacopters are true rockers, a fusion of 70’s arena shredding and punk attitude that hits like a bolt of lightning. Playing Rock / Punk / Powerpop, The Hellacopters are true rockers, a fusion of 70’s arena shredding and punk attitude that hits like a bolt of lightning. slides/Nick Royale.jpg slides/Steve Wynn.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 In 25 years, Wynn has released at least that many albums and has seen over 300 of his songs recorded. He has played over 2000 shows in more than 25 countries. His songs have been recorded and/or performed by REM, Luna, Concrete Blonde, The Black Crowes, Yo La Tengo and Eleventh Dream Day, among others; his "That's Why I Wear Black" became the #1 single of 1993 in Norway as the leadoff track from the debut album by Somebody's Darling. He has been prominently featured in Rolling Stone, Mojo, Uncut, Entertainment Weekly, People, The Los Angeles Times, New York Times and countless other publications all over the world. In 25 years, Wynn has released at least that many albums and has seen over 300 of his songs recorded. He has played over 2000 shows in more than 25 countries. His songs have been recorded and/or performed by REM, Luna, Concrete Blonde, The Black Crowes, Yo La Tengo and Eleventh Dream Day, among others; his "That's Why I Wear Black" became the #1 single of 1993 in Norway as the leadoff track from the debut album by Somebody's Darling. He has been prominently featured in Rolling Stone, Mojo, Uncut, Entertainment Weekly, People, The Los Angeles Times, New York Times and countless other publications all over the world. slides/Steve Wynn.jpg slides/Eliot Easton and the Cars.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 The Cars were an American rock band that emerged from the early New Wave music scene in the late 1970s. The band consisted of singer and rhythm guitarist Ric Ocasek, singer and bassist Benjamin Orr, guitarist Elliot Easton, keyboardist Greg Hawkes and drummer David Robinson. The band originated from Boston, Massachusetts, and were signed to Elektra Records in 1977. The Cars were an American rock band that emerged from the early New Wave music scene in the late 1970s. The band consisted of singer and rhythm guitarist Ric Ocasek, singer and bassist Benjamin Orr, guitarist Elliot Easton, keyboardist Greg Hawkes and drummer David Robinson. The band originated from Boston, Massachusetts, and were signed to Elektra Records in 1977. slides/Eliot Easton and the Cars.jpg slides/Kurt from the Lilys.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 The Lilys are an American indie rock band, formed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the beginning of the 1990s, and based in Washington, D.C.. The group consists of singer-songwriter/guitarist Kurt Heasley and a long list of constantly changing musicians. Stylistically their music has evolved from their shoegazing debut album In The Presence of Nothing. That owed a great deal to My Bloody Valentine's Loveless) through The Kinks style 1960s pop to a more mellow sound on their recent releases. Lilys' most famous song, "A Nanny In Manhattan" became a hit in the UK Singles Chart after being used in a 1998 advertisement campaign for Levi's. The Lilys are an American indie rock band, formed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the beginning of the 1990s, and based in Washington, D.C.. The group consists of singer-songwriter/guitarist Kurt Heasley and a long list of constantly changing musicians. Stylistically their music has evolved from their shoegazing debut album In The Presence of Nothing. That owed a great deal to My Bloody Valentine's Loveless) through The Kinks style 1960s pop to a more mellow sound on their recent releases. Lilys' most famous song, "A Nanny In Manhattan" became a hit in the UK Singles Chart after being used in a 1998 advertisement campaign for Levi's. slides/Kurt from the Lilys.jpg slides/The Noisettes.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Noisettes (occasionally written as NOISEttes) are an indie rock band from London comprising singer and bassist Shingai Shoniwa, guitarist Dan Smith, and drummer Jamie Morrison.The band formed in 2003 when guitarist Smith and singer Shoniwa of the band Sonarfly began playing and writing together more often. The two met drummer Morrison (formerly of Living With Eating Disorders, Willis, Six Toes, Jaywalk Buzz and others) in December 2003 and played a number of gigs across London over the winter.They recorded their debut EP Three Moods of the Noisettes during this time, which was released in April 2005 on London indie label Side Salad Records. Noisettes (occasionally written as NOISEttes) are an indie rock band from London comprising singer and bassist Shingai Shoniwa, guitarist Dan Smith, and drummer Jamie Morrison.The band formed in 2003 when guitarist Smith and singer Shoniwa of the band Sonarfly began playing and writing together more often. The two met drummer Morrison (formerly of Living With Eating Disorders, Willis, Six Toes, Jaywalk Buzz and others) in December 2003 and played a number of gigs across London over the winter.They recorded their debut EP Three Moods of the Noisettes during this time, which was released in April 2005 on London indie label Side Salad Records. slides/The Noisettes.jpg slides/Kenny Kweens - LA Guns.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Kenny Kweens is an American bassist who is best known for his nine-year tenure in the hard rock band Beautiful Creatures. He is currently playing in the Phil Lewis fronted version of L.A. Guns and also has his own solo project titled Villains of Vaudeville. Kenny Kweens is an American bassist who is best known for his nine-year tenure in the hard rock band Beautiful Creatures. He is currently playing in the Phil Lewis fronted version of L.A. Guns and also has his own solo project titled Villains of Vaudeville. slides/Kenny Kweens - LA Guns.jpg slides/Kurt Vile.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Philly's own critically acclaimed noise-art, song-smith: Kurt Vile is a guitarist and singer from Philadelphia . He is the lead guitarist in the band The War on Drugs and also has a burgeoning solo career. He was signed on Matador Records in May 2009 as a solo artist. Philly's own critically acclaimed noise-art, song-smith: Kurt Vile is a guitarist and singer from Philadelphia . He is the lead guitarist in the band The War on Drugs and also has a burgeoning solo career. He was signed on Matador Records in May 2009 as a solo artist. slides/Kurt Vile.jpg slides/The Dead Rocks.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 THE DEAD ROCKS is a Surf music band from Brazil formed by Johnny Crash on the electric guitar, Marky Wildstone on the drums and Paul Punk playing the electric bass.Their instrumental music, influenced by the surf style of the early 1960s, hard core and some Brazilian rhythms performed with intense guitar riffs. THE DEAD ROCKS is a Surf music band from Brazil formed by Johnny Crash on the electric guitar, Marky Wildstone on the drums and Paul Punk playing the electric bass.Their instrumental music, influenced by the surf style of the early 1960s, hard core and some Brazilian rhythms performed with intense guitar riffs. slides/The Dead Rocks.jpg slides/Jack White.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 One of a new breed of back-to-basics rock acts to emerge from Detroit, Michigan, USA, the White Stripes comprises enigmatic bass-free duo Jack White (b. John Anthony Gillis, Detroit, Michigan, USA; guitar/vocals) and Meg White (b. Megan Martha White, Detroit, Michigan, USA; drums). One of a new breed of back-to-basics rock acts to emerge from Detroit, Michigan, USA, the White Stripes comprises enigmatic bass-free duo Jack White (b. John Anthony Gillis, Detroit, Michigan, USA; guitar/vocals) and Meg White (b. Megan Martha White, Detroit, Michigan, USA; drums). slides/Jack White.jpg slides/Oppenheimer.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Oppenheimer are an indie pop electronica band from Belfast, Northern Ireland.The group have toured with Regina Spektor, Architecture in Helsinki, The Bravery, and The Chalets, They've spent over 16 weeks touring the USA, playing events like SXSW, CMJ, Southstreet Seaport music festival and with many of their favourite bands like The Like Young and The Spinto Band.Their music has been used in various television shows - "How I Met Your Mother" in the episode "Lucky Penny", "Ugly Betty" and "Gossip Girl". Oppenheimer are an indie pop electronica band from Belfast, Northern Ireland.The group have toured with Regina Spektor, Architecture in Helsinki, The Bravery, and The Chalets, They've spent over 16 weeks touring the USA, playing events like SXSW, CMJ, Southstreet Seaport music festival and with many of their favourite bands like The Like Young and The Spinto Band.Their music has been used in various television shows - "How I Met Your Mother" in the episode "Lucky Penny", "Ugly Betty" and "Gossip Girl". slides/Oppenheimer.jpg slides/Earl Slick.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Guitarist with David Bowie / solo artist / producer. Also teamed up with Slim Jim Phantom and Lee Rocker. Formed Zig Zag in 2003 Guitarist with David Bowie / solo artist / producer. Also teamed up with Slim Jim Phantom and Lee Rocker. Formed Zig Zag in 2003 slides/Earl Slick.jpg slides/Paul Ranieri.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Born in New York City and raised in a musical and artistic environment, Paul started studying music and playing bass at age 11. Influenced early on by the music from cartoons, science fiction and monster movies; and then later by all the greatest rock, funk, and jazz bass players, Paul is now involved in many diverse musical projects and has developed a melodically ferocious and powerful playing style all his own. Born in New York City and raised in a musical and artistic environment, Paul started studying music and playing bass at age 11. Influenced early on by the music from cartoons, science fiction and monster movies; and then later by all the greatest rock, funk, and jazz bass players, Paul is now involved in many diverse musical projects and has developed a melodically ferocious and powerful playing style all his own. slides/Paul Ranieri.jpg slides/Senor Flavio.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Los Fabulosos Cadillacs are a Latin-rock band from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Formed in 1985, they released their first album, Bares y Fondas (Bars and Boardinghouses) in 1986. Since then they have released fourteen more albums.In March 2008 Sr. Flavio releases his solo album titled “Supersaund 2012” from Nacional Records. Los Fabulosos Cadillacs are a Latin-rock band from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Formed in 1985, they released their first album, Bares y Fondas (Bars and Boardinghouses) in 1986. Since then they have released fourteen more albums.In March 2008 Sr. Flavio releases his solo album titled “Supersaund 2012” from Nacional Records. slides/Senor Flavio.jpg slides/Liza Sanchez.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Playing an array of rock hits from the 60’s to the present, The UnderCoverGirls are the ultimate party band. And, though they play covers, there’s so much talent in this group that they give each song a fresh interpretation, one that`s familiar yet new. In fact, at times their versions are better than the originals. Playing an array of rock hits from the 60’s to the present, The UnderCoverGirls are the ultimate party band. And, though they play covers, there’s so much talent in this group that they give each song a fresh interpretation, one that`s familiar yet new. In fact, at times their versions are better than the originals. slides/Liza Sanchez.jpg slides/The Juke Box Zeros.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 The Jukebox Zeros from Philadelphia, PA (a.k.a. The City of Bother and Loathe) are a Loud-Fast-Rules Garage Punk Rawk 'N' Roll band that Thrash, Trash, and Power Pop with Attitude. The Jukebox Zeros from Philadelphia, PA (a.k.a. The City of Bother and Loathe) are a Loud-Fast-Rules Garage Punk Rawk 'N' Roll band that Thrash, Trash, and Power Pop with Attitude. slides/The Juke Box Zeros.jpg slides/Mike Strutton from Planet Go.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Three cats, living in RVA, from different musical backgrounds, coming together to toss back some PBR, chase betties, and throw out some crazy scene sounds. Three cats, living in RVA, from different musical backgrounds, coming together to toss back some PBR, chase betties, and throw out some crazy scene sounds. slides/Mike Strutton from Planet Go.jpg slides/Jacob - The Honey Trees.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 The Honey Trees are an indie dream pop band that try to create magic in music form. The Honey Trees are an indie dream pop band that try to create magic in music form. slides/Jacob - The Honey Trees.jpg slides/surfguitardotcom.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Cool surf guitar blog with gear and band reviews! SurfGuitar.com is a site for finding and listening to surf bands, learning the history of surf music, and more. Our goal is to keep up with all the new bands, albums, movies, music gear (i.e. guitars, pedals, amps, robots), videos and news in the realm of surf music. For the most part, our site will be a surf music resource as well as a portal other websites related to surf guitar. Cool surf guitar blog with gear and band reviews! SurfGuitar.com is a site for finding and listening to surf bands, learning the history of surf music, and more. Our goal is to keep up with all the new bands, albums, movies, music gear (i.e. guitars, pedals, amps, robots), videos and news in the realm of surf music. For the most part, our site will be a surf music resource as well as a portal other websites related to surf guitar. slides/surfguitardotcom.jpg slides/los cuchillos and the slackers.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Costa Rican Surfband Costa Rican Surfband slides/los cuchillos and the slackers.jpg slides/The Spoilers.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Mike Lapshin is guitarist and composer of The Spoilers band. The Spoilers is the most significant and evident surf/rock'n'roll band in Russia. The band was formed in the main city of Urals - Ekaterinburg in 2000 by leader of band Kirill Turitsin. Now the band consists of Kirill Turitsin (singer-songwriter/guitarist), Mike Lapshin (lead guitar/composer), Oleg Trapenok (bass) and Gene Ganiev (drums) Mike Lapshin is guitarist and composer of The Spoilers band. The Spoilers is the most significant and evident surf/rock'n'roll band in Russia. The band was formed in the main city of Urals - Ekaterinburg in 2000 by leader of band Kirill Turitsin. Now the band consists of Kirill Turitsin (singer-songwriter/guitarist), Mike Lapshin (lead guitar/composer), Oleg Trapenok (bass) and Gene Ganiev (drums) slides/The Spoilers.jpg slides/Le Chat Noir.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Le Chat Noir are hard-rockin' Transatlantic duo Teddy Hesper and Eileen Spruce. During the past 2 years the band have gigged solidly all over Europe, their full throttle live performances leaving stages soaked in sweat and blood and littered with broken drumsticks. Along the way Le Chat Noir sold out their self-funded debut release Tales From Silver City and released a follow up, Deadwood. Tales From Silver City was voted Playmusic Magazine’s Best Unsigned Recording of 2006. Le Chat Noir are hard-rockin' Transatlantic duo Teddy Hesper and Eileen Spruce. During the past 2 years the band have gigged solidly all over Europe, their full throttle live performances leaving stages soaked in sweat and blood and littered with broken drumsticks. Along the way Le Chat Noir sold out their self-funded debut release Tales From Silver City and released a follow up, Deadwood. Tales From Silver City was voted Playmusic Magazine’s Best Unsigned Recording of 2006. slides/Le Chat Noir.jpg slides/Bleu Edmondson Band.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Bleu Edmondson began writing songs at the age of nineteen, got his first guitar on his 21st birthday and formed a band at twenty-two. Now 30, Bleu has not looked back since as he and the Bleu Edmondson Band have sold tens of thousands of records and amassed a rabid fan base on the hot Texas music scene. Building on a tireless tour schedule throughout Texas and the Midwest and the brilliance of the late 2007 release "Lost Boy", the Bleu Edmondson Band now stands perched at the edge of a national breakthrough. Bleu Edmondson began writing songs at the age of nineteen, got his first guitar on his 21st birthday and formed a band at twenty-two. Now 30, Bleu has not looked back since as he and the Bleu Edmondson Band have sold tens of thousands of records and amassed a rabid fan base on the hot Texas music scene. Building on a tireless tour schedule throughout Texas and the Midwest and the brilliance of the late 2007 release "Lost Boy", the Bleu Edmondson Band now stands perched at the edge of a national breakthrough. slides/Bleu Edmondson Band.jpg slides/Pablo Larios.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 The foundation of this eight-piece group is heavy drum and bass rhythms topped with sweet melodies and harmonies, all fusing with with the same bold originality that defined the 1977 punk scene. While embracing roots reggae music, this band is by no means shy about expressing itself and its own experiences through the music. Contra Coup formed as a band in November 2006 after several members of a temporary backing band, The Lonestar Rockers, completed a tour of the Southern United States with reggae legend Clinton Fearon (Studio One, The Gladiators, Balck Ark Studio). While being a very cohesive unit in the studio, Contra Coup has evolved into a very dynamic live act as well. A second European tour is being planned for May 2009 to support the release of their upcoming full length record (Europe - May, '09/ U.S. - June, '09). The foundation of this eight-piece group is heavy drum and bass rhythms topped with sweet melodies and harmonies, all fusing with with the same bold originality that defined the 1977 punk scene. While embracing roots reggae music, this band is by no means shy about expressing itself and its own experiences through the music. Contra Coup formed as a band in November 2006 after several members of a temporary backing band, The Lonestar Rockers, completed a tour of the Southern United States with reggae legend Clinton Fearon (Studio One, The Gladiators, Balck Ark Studio). While being a very cohesive unit in the studio, Contra Coup has evolved into a very dynamic live act as well. A second European tour is being planned for May 2009 to support the release of their upcoming full length record (Europe - May, '09/ U.S. - June, '09). slides/Pablo Larios.jpg slides/Eric Nestor.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Eric Nestor - singer / guitar player for the Rats. The rats are a in your face straight up rock and roll band with punk influences known for their live performances. east coast touring and Europe. Based out of Norfolk Virginia. Rat's Ass released in 2008 on Snake Oil records. Eric Nestor - singer / guitar player for the Rats. The rats are a in your face straight up rock and roll band with punk influences known for their live performances. east coast touring and Europe. Based out of Norfolk Virginia. Rat's Ass released in 2008 on Snake Oil records. slides/Eric Nestor.jpg slides/Anthony Pirog.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Anthony Pirog is not a guitarist who can be easily categorized as a specific type of player. You can catch him performing in jazz, country, electronica, rockabilly and free improvisational settings depending on the given night. Anthony's groups, which he leads or co-leads, include Janel and Anthony, The Anthony Pirog Trio and The Anthony Pirog Sextet. Anthony Pirog is not a guitarist who can be easily categorized as a specific type of player. You can catch him performing in jazz, country, electronica, rockabilly and free improvisational settings depending on the given night. Anthony's groups, which he leads or co-leads, include Janel and Anthony, The Anthony Pirog Trio and The Anthony Pirog Sextet. slides/Anthony Pirog.JPG slides/Rich Gilbert.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Rich Gilbert from Eileen Rose. From his early days as guitarist and songwriter with legendary Boston bands HUMAN SEXUAL RESPONSE, THE ZULUS and through his work with FRANK BLACK & THE CATHOLICS, CONCUSSION ENSEMBLE, STEVE WYNN, TANYA DONELLY and UNCLE TUPELO, to his current status as Nashville guitar star and as a current member of EILEEN ROSE & THE HOLY WRECK, Rich Gilbert has garnered an international reputation as a guitar and pedal steel maverick, multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer in his own right. Eileen Rose will be touring extensively throughout the UK and all of Europe come August 2008 through October supporting the release of Rose’s fourth album, AT OUR TABLES (Evangeline). Rich Gilbert from Eileen Rose. From his early days as guitarist and songwriter with legendary Boston bands HUMAN SEXUAL RESPONSE, THE ZULUS and through his work with FRANK BLACK & THE CATHOLICS, CONCUSSION ENSEMBLE, STEVE WYNN, TANYA DONELLY and UNCLE TUPELO, to his current status as Nashville guitar star and as a current member of EILEEN ROSE & THE HOLY WRECK, Rich Gilbert has garnered an international reputation as a guitar and pedal steel maverick, multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer in his own right. Eileen Rose will be touring extensively throughout the UK and all of Europe come August 2008 through October supporting the release of Rose’s fourth album, AT OUR TABLES (Evangeline). slides/Rich Gilbert.jpg slides/The Renfields.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Shambling from the halls of Transylvania High School comes the Renfields! A terrifying trio of fiends bent on killing, reanimating and recruiting a horde of undead fans one basement at a time. After an exhausting drive in a broken down hearse the brothers Renfield were shocked to discover that the America they had dreamed of visiting was much different the place they had seen in horror films and E.C. Comics. There was no zombie plague as "Day of the Dead" had lead them to believe, Dr. Phibes was a fictional character and Ed Wood had died long before their young lives even began! furthermore the Renfields found their most beloved music scene in dire shape! Shambling from the halls of Transylvania High School comes the Renfields! A terrifying trio of fiends bent on killing, reanimating and recruiting a horde of undead fans one basement at a time. After an exhausting drive in a broken down hearse the brothers Renfield were shocked to discover that the America they had dreamed of visiting was much different the place they had seen in horror films and E.C. Comics. There was no zombie plague as "Day of the Dead" had lead them to believe, Dr. Phibes was a fictional character and Ed Wood had died long before their young lives even began! furthermore the Renfields found their most beloved music scene in dire shape! slides/The Renfields.jpg slides/Lou Montesano - Status Green.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Status Green has its roots in Asbury Park, N.J. This fun loving rock-n-roll quartet got its start in the summer of 2005 and shortly thereafter released their first CD, Greatest Hits Vol. I, to much acclaim. Their indelible lyrics and rockin' sound, combined with frontman Lou Montesano's sultry rasp, earned Status Green "Best Pop Band" and "Best Live Performance" at the 2006 Asbury Park Music Awards. Greatest Hits Vol. I shows that Status Green can produce an emotionally honest, upbeat record reminiscent of the old days of Rock-n-Roll—think modern-day Beach Boys—that keeps fans coming back for more Status Green has its roots in Asbury Park, N.J. This fun loving rock-n-roll quartet got its start in the summer of 2005 and shortly thereafter released their first CD, Greatest Hits Vol. I, to much acclaim. Their indelible lyrics and rockin' sound, combined with frontman Lou Montesano's sultry rasp, earned Status Green "Best Pop Band" and "Best Live Performance" at the 2006 Asbury Park Music Awards. Greatest Hits Vol. I shows that Status Green can produce an emotionally honest, upbeat record reminiscent of the old days of Rock-n-Roll—think modern-day Beach Boys—that keeps fans coming back for more slides/Lou Montesano - Status Green.jpg slides/Little Mojo.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 With songs perfect for radio, ranging in styles from pop to alternative to crossover country, Little Mojo is on the edge of something special in the New Year. At their core, Little Mojo is a band of only two brothers, but they explode with a heartfelt vulnerability that pulls you in, laced with a ROCKSTAR attitude that will blow you away. With songs perfect for radio, ranging in styles from pop to alternative to crossover country, Little Mojo is on the edge of something special in the New Year. At their core, Little Mojo is a band of only two brothers, but they explode with a heartfelt vulnerability that pulls you in, laced with a ROCKSTAR attitude that will blow you away. slides/Little Mojo.jpg slides/Ronnie Lake.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Coming to the forefront in the next wave of modern music, RONNIE LAKE is rapidly coming to the top in an ever-changing competitive music scene. Her guitar style has been described by Twin Cities Music Critic, Rich Benson “wicked”, “edgy”, “ infectious rocking quality”, “in your face”, “easy to dance to”. Playing all styles of music, which includes Rock, Surf, Zydeco, or Blues, even Jazz can be heard in her guitar work! Coming to the forefront in the next wave of modern music, RONNIE LAKE is rapidly coming to the top in an ever-changing competitive music scene. Her guitar style has been described by Twin Cities Music Critic, Rich Benson “wicked”, “edgy”, “ infectious rocking quality”, “in your face”, “easy to dance to”. Playing all styles of music, which includes Rock, Surf, Zydeco, or Blues, even Jazz can be heard in her guitar work! slides/Ronnie Lake.jpg slides/MelodyLicious.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 If you walked into a seedy drag bar and found The Sweet, the Shangri-Las and Slade all on stage together, drinking heavily, they would sound something like The Sirens. If you walked into a seedy drag bar and found The Sweet, the Shangri-Las and Slade all on stage together, drinking heavily, they would sound something like The Sirens. slides/MelodyLicious.jpg slides/Ron Albanese.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 THE KING OF KIDDIE ROCK 'N' ROLL! (Kids & family entertainer) THE KING OF KIDDIE ROCK 'N' ROLL! (Kids & family entertainer) slides/Ron Albanese.jpg slides/Miguel Matt from Glamtasm.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 A revolving cast of musicians hand picked and wrangled by Che, the Glamtasm revives the hard rocking Glam-Pop of mid-'70s London and infuses it with the punk and metal of the same era. Kinda like the Alan Parson's Project...only Glam. A revolving cast of musicians hand picked and wrangled by Che, the Glamtasm revives the hard rocking Glam-Pop of mid-'70s London and infuses it with the punk and metal of the same era. Kinda like the Alan Parson's Project...only Glam. slides/Miguel Matt from Glamtasm.jpg slides/Jacuzzi Sharks.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Power rock'n'roll trio from Holland. Power rock'n'roll trio from Holland. slides/Jacuzzi Sharks.jpg slides/PV and The Heartbeats.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 PV and The Heartbeats from Holland, energetic old school Rock and Roll in all flavors. PV and The Heartbeats from Holland, energetic old school Rock and Roll in all flavors. slides/PV and The Heartbeats.jpg slides/Angela Baca.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Sisters Laura, Lisa and Gel know what it means to rock. Their unpretentious sound, beaming with sincerity, is a pure punk rock that echoes such influences as The Ramones, Stiff Little Fingers, and Operation Ivy. Their sound is not the only strength, as their shows are full of energy and fun, and will make a fan out of anyone that has the opportunity to see them live. Sisters Laura, Lisa and Gel know what it means to rock. Their unpretentious sound, beaming with sincerity, is a pure punk rock that echoes such influences as The Ramones, Stiff Little Fingers, and Operation Ivy. Their sound is not the only strength, as their shows are full of energy and fun, and will make a fan out of anyone that has the opportunity to see them live. slides/Angela Baca.jpg slides/Lost Acapulco.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Best Mexican Surf & Roll Combo! 10 years ago we started breaking amps, drums and hearts. We played everywhere and we want to play in the USA and Japan. Danny Amis from Los Straitjackets produced our first record "4". No more copies available, sorry. Best Mexican Surf & Roll Combo! 10 years ago we started breaking amps, drums and hearts. We played everywhere and we want to play in the USA and Japan. Danny Amis from Los Straitjackets produced our first record "4". No more copies available, sorry. slides/Lost Acapulco.jpg slides/Indra and Move It.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Still waiting for info update Still waiting for info update slides/Indra and Move It.jpg slides/The Starfires.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Classic Rock and Roll surf band, USA Classic Rock and Roll surf band, USA slides/The Starfires.jpg slides/Aaron Akers - Four Star Riot.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 With their new EP True Life , Tampa Bay's Four Star Riot have finally and perfectly reconciled the two most engaging facets of their musical psyche. After four albums that offered punchy power pop and sensual blue-eyed rock 'n' soul in separate but equal amounts, these five tunes bring the hooks and the swagger together to showcase FSR as an ace purveyor of infectious, finely crafted songs with both an energetic contemporary edge and a reverence for the classic R&B rhythms and passion of truly timeless rock 'n' roll. From the smoky barroom strut of “It Ain't Easy” through the slinky, Stones-y “Take It Slow,”True Life pays homage to the genre's best traditions while retaining Four Star Riot's uniquely catchy and evocative character. With their new EP True Life , Tampa Bay's Four Star Riot have finally and perfectly reconciled the two most engaging facets of their musical psyche. After four albums that offered punchy power pop and sensual blue-eyed rock 'n' soul in separate but equal amounts, these five tunes bring the hooks and the swagger together to showcase FSR as an ace purveyor of infectious, finely crafted songs with both an energetic contemporary edge and a reverence for the classic R&B rhythms and passion of truly timeless rock 'n' roll. From the smoky barroom strut of “It Ain't Easy” through the slinky, Stones-y “Take It Slow,”True Life pays homage to the genre's best traditions while retaining Four Star Riot's uniquely catchy and evocative character. slides/Aaron Akers - Four Star Riot.jpg slides/Nate from Last Tide.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Last Tide is a DC-based band consisting of Nate Frey on guitars/vox, Rob Miller on bass, Libby Dorot on synth/vox, and Misha Alexander on drums/vox. The band is heavily influenced by the shoegaze and slowcore scenes, but also draws from punk, experimental music, and post-rock, among other sources. Their music is distinguished by a focus on strong melodies and carefully considered arrangements. Last Tide is a DC-based band consisting of Nate Frey on guitars/vox, Rob Miller on bass, Libby Dorot on synth/vox, and Misha Alexander on drums/vox. The band is heavily influenced by the shoegaze and slowcore scenes, but also draws from punk, experimental music, and post-rock, among other sources. Their music is distinguished by a focus on strong melodies and carefully considered arrangements. slides/Nate from Last Tide.jpg slides/The Flyswatters.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 In the spirit of late 70's L.A. Punk / 80's Surf Punk and a blend of 70's East Coast Punk The Flyswatters were born. Straight outta parts of South Jersey, So Cal, and one member up in Philly, The Flyswatters are an in your face experience HIGH energy Punk Rock band that you won't soon forget. In the spirit of late 70's L.A. Punk / 80's Surf Punk and a blend of 70's East Coast Punk The Flyswatters were born. Straight outta parts of South Jersey, So Cal, and one member up in Philly, The Flyswatters are an in your face experience HIGH energy Punk Rock band that you won't soon forget. slides/The Flyswatters.jpg slides/Trickledown.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Dave needs a producer for his musical Smokehouse! Contact him via his Myspace. Dave needs a producer for his musical Smokehouse! Contact him via his Myspace. slides/Trickledown.jpg slides/Andrew Joel from Awkward Romance.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Indie Emo band Indie Emo band slides/Andrew Joel from Awkward Romance.jpg slides/Cirkus from Hell.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 NYC based Original Heavy Metal Band.Founded by Rick Drago NYC based Original Heavy Metal Band.Founded by Rick Drago slides/Cirkus from Hell.jpg slides/United.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 United`s debut video for the exemplary song, "Made For Us", was recorded in the Fall of 2005. It was directed by the renowned Håkan Schüler, who has also worked with the Backyard Babies, Mando Diao and Nicolai Dunger among others. The result is beautifully layered in atmosphere; a synergy generated through sound and vision. United`s debut video for the exemplary song, "Made For Us", was recorded in the Fall of 2005. It was directed by the renowned Håkan Schüler, who has also worked with the Backyard Babies, Mando Diao and Nicolai Dunger among others. The result is beautifully layered in atmosphere; a synergy generated through sound and vision. slides/United.jpg slides/The Silvermen.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Rock and Roll band from Missouri USA Rock and Roll band from Missouri USA slides/The Silvermen.jpg slides/Dave Doughman.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 In the beginning there was a four track and two enthusiastic Daytonians - Dave Doughman and Don Thrasher. The time was 1995 and the duo convened wherever they could find borrowed gear and a power source. Within months the pair had racked up a serious bar tab, killed a brain cell or two and still managed to amass a healthy back log of songs, many of which still remain in the vaults. In the beginning there was a four track and two enthusiastic Daytonians - Dave Doughman and Don Thrasher. The time was 1995 and the duo convened wherever they could find borrowed gear and a power source. Within months the pair had racked up a serious bar tab, killed a brain cell or two and still managed to amass a healthy back log of songs, many of which still remain in the vaults. slides/Dave Doughman.jpg slides/The Vickings.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 The Vickings play 50's and 60's rock & roll, as well as original instrumentals from the 60's (The Shadows, The Ventures etc.). They mostly play in Belgium and the Netherlands. The Vickings play 50's and 60's rock & roll, as well as original instrumentals from the 60's (The Shadows, The Ventures etc.). They mostly play in Belgium and the Netherlands. slides/The Vickings.jpg slides/The Comrades.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Punk Surf band Punk Surf band slides/The Comrades.jpg slides/Nicholas Krill.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Indie band from Wilmington Delaware Indie band from Wilmington Delaware slides/Nicholas Krill.jpg slides/Broughton Hackett.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 UK psychobilly band UK psychobilly band slides/Broughton Hackett.jpg slides/Luis Ruben Rosario.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Luis Rubén Rosario from Habitat. Starting back in 2003 in Puerto Rico Habitat is an indie rock band who seek to provide a new sense of art to modern music in Spanish. Leaving aside trodden styles and patterns imposed by the industry, but conserving the sensitivities of contemporary pop rock. Luis Rubén Rosario from Habitat. Starting back in 2003 in Puerto Rico Habitat is an indie rock band who seek to provide a new sense of art to modern music in Spanish. Leaving aside trodden styles and patterns imposed by the industry, but conserving the sensitivities of contemporary pop rock. slides/Luis Ruben Rosario.jpg slides/Nelson from Audiofilia.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Alternative Punk Glamrock band from Puerto Rico Alternative Punk Glamrock band from Puerto Rico slides/Nelson from Audiofilia.jpg slides/Eric Demore.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Uncle Buck is ready to beat your brains in with the hard rockin sounds of the 70's, 80's, 90's and modern rock. Look for us soon on the Philly bar scene Uncle Buck is ready to beat your brains in with the hard rockin sounds of the 70's, 80's, 90's and modern rock. Look for us soon on the Philly bar scene slides/Eric Demore.jpg slides/Geoffrey E. Stich.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 slides/Geoffrey E. Stich.jpg slides/Josh Neal.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Josh Neal Josh Neal slides/Josh Neal.jpg slides/Dead Town Revival.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Hailing from the working class streets of the south side of Chicago, Dead Town Revival is a self-described "punk-n-roll" band with a wide ranging list of influences from punk staples such as the Misfits and Social Distortion to rock legends Led Zeppelin and country hero Johnny Cash. Dead Town Revival's driving melodic music speaks of love lost, hard luck and a complete disdain for authority. It's like a punch in the face for the person who enjoys pain. Dead Town Revival's debut full-length album hit stores on February 13, 2007. Hailing from the working class streets of the south side of Chicago, Dead Town Revival is a self-described "punk-n-roll" band with a wide ranging list of influences from punk staples such as the Misfits and Social Distortion to rock legends Led Zeppelin and country hero Johnny Cash. Dead Town Revival's driving melodic music speaks of love lost, hard luck and a complete disdain for authority. It's like a punch in the face for the person who enjoys pain. Dead Town Revival's debut full-length album hit stores on February 13, 2007. slides/Dead Town Revival.jpg slides/Radio Nationals.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Radio Nationals successfully combine elements of rock & roll, pop, and country to create a uniquely American rock sound that critics have compared to Neil Young, the Replacements, and Wilco. The band can go from distortion-filled aggression that leaves the crowd begging for more to tortured, crying-in-your-beer songs that confirm the band's country roots. Combining a solid rock foundation with melodic grit, Radio Nationals deliver catchy vocal hooks and original music that sound both fresh and timeless. Radio Nationals successfully combine elements of rock & roll, pop, and country to create a uniquely American rock sound that critics have compared to Neil Young, the Replacements, and Wilco. The band can go from distortion-filled aggression that leaves the crowd begging for more to tortured, crying-in-your-beer songs that confirm the band's country roots. Combining a solid rock foundation with melodic grit, Radio Nationals deliver catchy vocal hooks and original music that sound both fresh and timeless. slides/Radio Nationals.jpg slides/Wayne Henrique.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Punk rock Punk rock slides/Wayne Henrique.jpg slides/X-ChromaTones.html# Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:31:26 +0200 Dyno Don Ressler (guitar and bass) has been playing in assorted Cleveland bands, including Breaking Point and The Pickniks, since he was a youngster. With the X-ChromaTones, Dyno Don is taking his playing to new levels. Tommy Rock Stanger (guitar) is another talented player with a long history playing in assorted bands. Tommy Rock hosts Beyondo Mondo Record Party, Sundays, 11 p.m.-midnight on WAPS. Tsunami Tom Hinders (bass) is a long-time fan of instrumental surf music. Check out his Tsunami Soul radio show, Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. on WOBC. Dick Dynamite Kandalec (drums), the man with the big beat etched into his soul, is another veteran of the Cleveland blues and roots rock scene, and he continues to play in a variety of projects. Dyno Don Ressler (guitar and bass) has been playing in assorted Cleveland bands, including Breaking Point and The Pickniks, since he was a youngster. With the X-ChromaTones, Dyno Don is taking his playing to new levels. Tommy Rock Stanger (guitar) is another talented player with a long history playing in assorted bands. Tommy Rock hosts Beyondo Mondo Record Party, Sundays, 11 p.m.-midnight on WAPS. Tsunami Tom Hinders (bass) is a long-time fan of instrumental surf music. Check out his Tsunami Soul radio show, Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. on WOBC. Dick Dynamite Kandalec (drums), the man with the big beat etched into his soul, is another veteran of the Cleveland blues and roots rock scene, and he continues to play in a variety of projects. slides/X-ChromaTones.jpg