Artist description Country artist,Pete Charles has performed, and recorded with, and "opened" for some of country music's greatest talents - Buck Owens, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Patsy Montana, Johnny Rodriguez, Sheb Wooly, The Sons of the Pioneers, Kitty Wells, Jeannie C. Riley and Barbara Fairchild. His list of accomplishments include concert and nightclub performances throughout Europe, Canada, and the U.S. He was a member of "Crazy Horse" (Neil Young's Band) and the "Coasters". He produced the original studio tape for mother/daughter country duo the JUDDS and also produced albums of his own "Rockin' the Country" and "Ridin' High Greatest Hits Vol. 1".

Music Style Classic Country, Rockabilly, Country Rock, Bluegrass, Rock, Rhythm & Blues, Folk, Jazz, New Music

Musical Influences Lefty Frizzell, Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, James Brown, Hank Snow, Ray Price, Bob Wills, Chuck Berry, Hank Thompson

Albums Ridin' High Greatest Hits Volume 1 and Rockin' the Country

Press Reviews SF CHRONICLE MUSIC CRITIC-JOEL SELVIN He produced and released an album of his own, "Rockin' the Country." It offers eloquent testimony that, yes, it is possible to play both rock and country, and Charles is distributing the LP on his own Ridin' High Records. HE'S A LITTLE BIT COUNTRY, A LITTLE BIT CRAZY BY DEBORAH CARVALHO WALNUT CREEK TIMES Pete Charles has a lot going for him. He has good looks--many say he bears a striking resemblance to rock singer Huey Lewis. He has a wild and crazy sense of humor--much like that of Steve Martin. Even his music--a combination of traditional country, rhythm and blues and country rock--appeals to a wide audience. Trying to catch up with this busy Bay Area performer, entertainer and businessman is easier said than done. Between his recording ventures, which include producing other artists, it's a wonder he has time to sit down and talk at all about his band--The Pete Charles Band (PCB). When he does find the time, his eyes widen much like a child at Christmas time looking at the presents beneath the tree. He gasps for breaths while talking almost non-stop. It is obvious that he eats, sleeps and breathes the music business...

Additional Info Singles: Daytime Nighttime, Volcano Blues, Rodeo - It's A Matter Of Style

Location Truckee, CA - USA

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