Artist description True Texans know that the thin, muddy river separating Texas and Mexico might as well be a thousand-foot chasm. You can throw a stone from one side of the Rio Grande to the other, but the cultures on either side are worlds apart. That is, until a common awareness created by the music of St. Jubilee brings together the migrant worker, the cowboy, the immigrant, the weathered bluesman, the mother and child, and the indigenous peoples of an ancient land. St. Jubilee is a Houston, Texas based band formed in 1999. With Bryan Contreras (vocals), Manny Flores (drums), Jason Youngblood (bass guitar) and Marc Turner (lead guitar), St. Jubilee is a melting pot of the best of Texas/Pop/Rock music. The bands debut CD (Vagabond Mestizos), was tracked at Pedernales Studio in Austin, Tx, with L.A. based producer Greg Hampton (Derringer, Bogert, Appice; Ron Wood, Scot Holt) The CD was mixed by Steve Werbelow at Asylum Sound Studio in Canoga Park, California. Greg combined St. Jubilee’s fresh songwriting with veteran rock musicians Bill Payne (keyboards, Little Feat) and Carmine Appice (percussion, Rod Stewart, Ted Nugent, Ozzie) to produce something new and exciting. The CD contains 12 original songs.The music has a pop sound that tells a story of the old south with danceable Latin rythmns and searing Texas guitar. The rich cultural history of Texas and the struggles of it’s people are illustrated through St. Jubilee’s music.

Music Style Tex/Mex Americana Rock

Musical Influences Van Morrison, Steve Earl, Joe Ely, Santana, Los Lobos

Similar Artists Santana, Van Morrison, Steve Earl, Joe Ely, Los Lobos

Artist History Houston, Texas based Rock band formed in 1995 by Bryan Contreras and Manny Flores. 2000 brings the addition of Jason Youngblood and Marc Turner. With the addition of Jason Youngblood on bass guitar comes the experience of years of international professional touring. A founding member of the popular texas blues band "Sunset Heights", Jason is a seasoned bass player and songwriter. Also in 2000 brings the addition of lead guitar player Marc Turner. Marc is also a veteran international touring pro. His resume includes stints with the Texas blues rock band, "Blue Louie" and 1 year with Houston Press, 3 time Female Vocalist of the year, "Miss Molly". Founding guitarist and vocalist, Bryan Contreras is an accomplished song writer that brings years of experience into this fresh project. Along with co-founding member Manny Flores on drums, these guys bring talent, craftmanship, and a strong sense of their culture and heritage to the table.

Group Members Bryan Contreras, Manny Flores, Jason Youngblood, Marc Turner

Albums Vagabond Mestizos

Press Reviews "..it's nothing short of spectactular. I already have a favorite song..","...one of the best new CD's I have heard in a while". - North Of The Border Magazine -

Location Houston, TX - USA

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