Artist description 6 piece band with passion for their music, powerful lyrics and memorable melodies.

Music Style acoustic rock with some hometown blues flavoring

Musical Influences diverse influences from blues rock to Mellencamp to Beatles

Similar Artists Sister Hazel, Mellencamp, Gin Blossoms

Artist History Band members Hirt, Leathers and Drewry joined Jones, Carson and Hobson in some informal jam sessions at a downtown Memphis apartment.The players soon realized they had something special and performed in several Memphis venues including the legendary BB Kings Blues Clubon Beale Street. Their debut self-titled CD was a colloborative effort with Jack Holder (too many credits to mention) producing.

Group Members Joe Leathers, Joel Hobson, John Hirt, Sam Carson, Wise Jones and Rice Drewry

Instruments acoustic guitar, electric guitar, keyboards, bass, drums,

Albums Tumblin' Sneakers (self-titled debut)

Press Reviews Memphis Flyer "..layers vaguely country melodies over the band's rock rhythm section.And with Jones and Drewry's particularly ragged vocal delivery, the overall effect is veryreminiscent of John Hiatt.."

Additional Info Several songs from the CD were award-winners at the Memphis Songwriters annual Showcase, including "I Don't Think She Knows" winner of the Pop category, and "Better Deal", a 3rd place award in the ROCK category! Several other songs were among the finalists in various categories, including "All Because of You" and "Wondering Why" in the POP area.

Location Memphis, Tn - USA

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