Artist description Very creepy, often absurd, always entertaining.

Music Style Avante-Garde/Pop

Musical Influences Ween, Brian Eno, Talking Heads, The Residents, BH Surfers, 80's Alternative

Similar Artists Ween, Beck, Johnny Cash?

Artist History The Plywood Staircases began in around 1984, the group was often made up of different members, and recordings were made just about anywhere possible. Most songs were written (lyrics & music) in about 10-15 minutes, then recorded (usually live)immediately, in 2 or 3 takes. The song writting was often done in a "stream of consciousness" style.As the years progressed, the equipment and the abilities got better. They still do some of the "stream of consciousness" stuff, but as a whole, now, the music is well thought out, and well produced.

Group Members Mike Burgert, Randy Ledbetter, David Anderson, John Hunter, Mike Shunick, Mark Chouinard, Chuck and Terry Henson. Kerry Tucker, Bill Douglas, Big Bud & many others often contributed

Instruments If it could plug into a wall outlet or get banged on, we've tried it.

Albums The Plywood Box (10CDs), Boogapalooza 2000, Big Left Turn, The Satan Session

Location Moline, Illinois - USA

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