Artist description The new social conscience is called "Do the Right Thing," and it's a classic song that conveys a message of hope to all of us. United we stand! With inlufences combining elements of the blues (Heat Lightning), Sun Rockabilly sounds on Bank Acount's Too Small, country twang of (Ain't) Nothin' Shakin', and the early rock and roll arrangements in Baja Baby Too Much Fun, Jackslacks Rock and Roll Dinosaur is the complete package.

Music Style Rock and Roll, Rockabilly

Musical Influences Eddie Cochran, Carl Perkins, Beatles, Jerry Lee Lewis, Gene Vincent

Similar Artists Buddy Holly, John Lennon, Byrds, Kinks, Chuck Berry, Beach Boys

Artist History With many years of singing and playing under his belt, Jackslacks is a true Rock and Roll Dinosaur. The singer/songwriter/musician has played hundreds of shows across the U.S.A. and shared the stage with rock and rollers Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Stray Cats, The Blasters, NRBQ, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Junior Brown, Jason D. Williams and others. The line-up of musicians who appear with Jackslacks on this record provide a solid wall of sound and include guitarist Tommy Byrnes (Billy Joel) and the ace studio production of Lee Rocker (Stray Cats). Residing in Charleston, West Virginia since 1996 and loyal to vintage Ludwig drums, Jackslacks would someday like to elevate his Shield of Love Productions to provide shelter, employment assistance and counseling to those less fortunate.

Group Members Jackslacks; Various musicians throughout the U.S.A. played on Rock and Roll Dinosaur. Including: Robin Arthur, Billy Bacon, Daniel Beach, Ken Bignotti, Tommy Byrnes, Buzz Cambell, George Canterberry, Hugh Carroll, Pete Conway, Johnny D'Artenay, Alex Diaz, Ed Fields, Bill Giorgio, Rudy Kowalski, Petester, Steve Portz, Michael Vadeic, Artie Wolff, and Dave Zeke.

Instruments Acoustic and electric guitars and bass, drums, percussion, piano, organ and harmonica.

Albums Jackslacks, Johnny Mercury, Nobody's Business, Hot Rod Lincoln, Forbidden Pigs

Press Reviews Previous reviews in the Detroit News, Detroit Free Press LA Times, Blue Suede News, Tear It Up, Novi News, and more.

Additional Info The hope of the righteous will be gladness!

Location Charleston, West Virginia - USA

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