Artist description Blisster played their first gig at The Continental in January of 1999 and have since played various clubs and festivals in New York City. They have recorded two cd's,one with Chris Haskett, former Rollins Band guitarist producing, and one with Andy Shernoff, of The Dictators producing. Blisster's songs are as diverse as their musical influences, which range from Blondie to Deep Purple and The Yardbirds

Music Style Pop/Rock

Musical Influences Blondie, Deep Purple, Redd Kross, Yardbirds

Similar Artists Pixies, Blondie, Yardbirds, Deep Purple, Redd Kross, The Unband, Yo LaTengo,

Artist History Lil Sickles(vocals/guitar)and Bingo Sanatra(lead guitar/vocals) have been active in the New York City music scene in such bands as Big Skinny and Sweet Little Roxana, respectively and The Swingers and The Munsons collectively. Bingo also writes and performs for Ether with Mauro Felipe, bassist for Bela (Mother West recording artists). Gerry White (drums) has been equally active in Violet Love and Broke, as well as projects with Chris Haskett, former Rollins Band guitarist. Athena Butterfield (bass/vocals) rounds out the band. Blisster aim to write songs that are diverse in form, style, and content: from monster ballads (Only You} to catchy new wave inspired pop (Day after Day) to hook-laden rock (Hallowed Ground, High Velocity), an eerie, countryesque number (20 Minutes) and even the standard love song, done in their own hypnotic, powerful style (Brown Eyes). All are infused with melody and energy. Their primary aim, besides honing their craft and expanding their style, is to have fun and enjoy themselves, and that their audience follows suit, which is all too often the case at their shows.

Group Members Lil Sickles (lead vocals rhythm guitar & songwriter), Bingo Sanatra (lead guitar & songwriter), Athena Butterfield (bass guitar) & Gerry White (drums)

Instruments Guitar, Bass, Drums & Vocals

Press Reviews BILLBOARD Magazine's "Continental Drift" column 12/9/2000

Location New York, New York - USA

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