Artist description Passionate, literate Americana/roots rock that lands somewhere between Springsteen and Slobberbone, Maker's Mark and Guinness. Known for their inspired live shows, Pike 27 was recently named Best Roots Rock Band in the 2002 Cincinnati Area Music Awards (Cammys).

Music Style Americana, roots rock

Musical Influences Jason & The Scorchers, Bob Dylan, Guinness, Replacements

Similar Artists V-Roys, Jon Dee Graham, Slobberbone, early Rolling Stones, Springsteen

Artist History Formed in January 2000. Released debut CD, "Falling Down Hard," in December 2001.

Group Members Dave Purcell - lead vox/rhythm guitar Jon Weisberger - bass/backing vox Adam Renchen - drums Bob Sheets - lead guitar/backing vox

Instruments two guitars, bass, drums

Albums Falling Down Hard (released Dec 2001)

Press Reviews "You take Falling Down Hard straight - no ice and no fancy pink umbrellas please. The sound is sweaty, boozy guitars, crackling percussion and emotional storytelling at its finest. The essence of the recording is less polished pop and more raw, live performance." -- Sean L. Rhiney, Cincymusic.com "Pike 27 rumble out of Cincinnati, Ohio with a hard-hitting roots-rock sound that recalls the glory days of the Scorchers and the V-Roys." -- Miles of Music

Location Cincinnati, OH - USA

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