Artist description Americana music presented in the only real way possible - truthfully & sincerely.

Music Style Roots rock

Musical Influences Tom Petty, REM, Wilco, the Eagles, Sheryl Crow, Black Crowes, the Beatles, old Eric Clapton

Similar Artists Eagles, REM, Counting Crows, Letters to Cleo

Artist History The Ridleys formed in the latter part of 1998 when Eric Ott & Chris Shaw disbanded the Bonnie Situation. They enlisted the help of former Cat Bingo bandmate, Joe Simes, and former Letter to Cleo drummer, Peter Whitehead. A little later, guitarist Steve Sirois of Isinglass fame, joined the band. The Ridleys self-recorded a three song demo (which can be heard on this page) in Joe's barn in early '99. They are now in midst of recording a full length album at Chris Magruder's studio, Thundering Sky.

Group Members Eric Ott - lead vocals, acoustic guitar; Chris Shaw - bass guitar, vocals; Joe Simes - rhythm guitar; Steve Sirois - lead guitar; Peter Whitehead - drums, vocals

Albums - A Three Song Demo (The Ridleys are working on a full length CD for a possible release in late 2000.)

Press Reviews A drunk guy at one of gigs said we were awesome!

Location Rochester, NH - USA

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