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King's X the American rock band that combines progressive metal, funk and soul with vocal arrangements influenced by gospel, blues, and British Invasion rock groups.

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Once Vinnie Moore picked up his first guitar (a Kay) at the age of 12, he became, as he describes it, a “guitar freak.” His earliest influences included - among others - Jeff Beck, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, and Queen.

Vinnie took lessons with a private instructor and at 14, he joined his first band, jamming on cover tunes with drums, bass, 2 guitars and vocals. After a few years of playing with different bands, Vinnie decided it was time to make the jump from covering songs to creating his own music. He quit the band, got a 4-track tape recorder, and began experimenting by recording his ideas and building them into songs. It was evident that he had found his calling; this was the start of his journey as a songwriter.

After many hours of creating tunes with his 4 track, Vinnie sent a demo to Guitar Player magazine, and came to national attention via its "Spotlight" column, written by Shrapnel Records exec Mike Varney. This led to Vinnie’s first professional work in the music business which was writing and playing the music for a national Pepsi TV commercial. In 1987, Shrapnel released Vinnie's breakout album, Mind's Eye. Vinnie was quickly heralded "best new talent" in Guitar Player, Guitar, and Guitar World magazines, and Mind's Eye sold more than 100,000 copies.

In 1988, Squawk/Polygram released Vinnie’s second effort (and major label debut) Time Odyssey, which solidified his reputation as a musical innovator. His third release was Meltdown, in 1991 (on Relativity/Epic Records); the song Meltdown received national radio airplay on both album-oriented rock (AOR) and hard rock formats. In 1996, Mayhem Records released Out of Nowhere, with Brian Tichy (Billy Idol) on drums and Dorian Heartsong (Powerman 5000) on bass.

On The Maze (in 1999), Vinnie was joined by former MSG drummer Shane Gaalaas, bassist Dave LaRue (The Dregs and The Steve Morse Band) and renowned master musician Tony MacAlpine on keyboards. The Maze was stunning, rooted in the progressive neo-classical style that had already generated legions of loyal fans. Vinnie also displayed a new-found maturity in his songwriting; now, many of his diverse and exotic musical influences, including Latin, Jazz, and the Blues, began finding their way into his signature sound.

Other albums followed: Live (in 2000), with Shane Gaalaas (drums), Barry Sparks on bass, and Wayne Findlay on keyboards, and Defying Gravity in 2001 with Dave LaRue (bass), Steve Smithon drums, and David Rosenthal on Keyboards.

As a performer, Vinnie Moore's resume is impressive. A member of Alice Cooper's band, he toured the U.S. on the Operation Rock'N'Roll tour, and also performed on Alice’s album Hey Stoopid. Vinnie’s own band has toured extensively as a headliner and also was chosen as opening act for legendary rockers Rush on the Northeast leg of their Roll The Bones Tour. Vinnie also toured Japan as a member of the T.M. Stevens’ band, which included Bernie Worrell (Parliament Funkadelic) on keyboards, Wil Calhoun (Living Color) on drums, and Al Pitrelli (Megadeth) on guitar.

Vinnie has done hundreds of guitar clinics all over the world including such places as, Japan, Scandanavia, Italy, Poland, Mexico, Canada, New Zealand, England, Germany and Australia.

In 2003, Vinnie joined the legendary group UFO (Phil Mogg, vocals; Pete Way, bass; Jason Bonham, drums; Paul Raymond, keyboards). Their first effort together as a band was the SPV Records release You Are Here (in 2004); Vinnie was a major songwriting contributor on this record. The band followed You Are Here with a worldwide tour which spanned from March 2004 to August 2005. A LIVE DVD from this tour was released in Nov 2005. Titled UFO Showtime, this two-DVD set also includes bonus footage of the band. The band's second studio effort called The Monkey Puzzle came out in 2006 and marked the return of original UFO drummer Andy Parker. The boys toured Europe and Russia and the USA in April and May 2008. The third UFO studio record with Vinnie in the band is called The Visitor and was released in June 2009 on SPV Records. The band has toured the UK, Europe, and USA, and will continue in Europe in the spring of 2010!

Vinnie's latest CD To The Core (2009 Mascot Records) was released in May 2009 and has received critical acclaim worldwide.

Over many years, Vinnie's 4-track recorder has grown into a home studio, where he's recorded his last two solo CDs, and parts of the UFO CD. Vinnie's home studio is the place where he writes new music.

As well as songwriting and playing, Vinnie is dedicated to teaching. He's conducted guitar clinics around the world, and has released two instructional videos on the HotLicks® label (see the Music page for more information). Vinnie joins his fans at clinics worldwide for, Engl Amplification, and Dean Guitars.

On doing clinics: “I like talking to the fans firsthand and learning from them. It’s insightful to hear what they like about what I’m doing, and what they think about the guitar genre…and the whole music scene in general. I definitely feed off of their energy. It’s cool to be part of a global guitar community, and it’s an honor to know that I can sometimes inspire others to get excited by music and guitar. It always amazes me to me to hear that I have touched someone else by doing something that I love doing so much. I consider it a gift to be playing guitar and writing songs, and feel like one of the luckiest cats in the world to have fans.”

On songwriting and musical influences: “I hope to keep growing and learning as a songwriter and as a player, and to explore different musical directions, kind of following the inspiration wherever it leads. I don’t plan ahead musically, which keeps things interesting for me. I want to continue following my muse into areas that inspire and excite me. I am basically a rock guy…but love many different styles of music, and am often inspired by - and learn from - all of them. Music is so vast, and there are so many things to pick up from all the different styles. I’ve kind of always been like this, drawing on different musical influences, partly because I like lots of different things and partly… because I get bored easily! Exploring different directions is fun, and it keeps me excited as both a writer and a player.”

On having his own studio: “I love having a studio environment in the house so I can turn my ideas into songs. It’s really like my own little space in the universe and I love being there and being creative.”

On songwriting: “In other parts of the house, I mostly sit around and play, and I always keep a Walkman cassette player close by, because you never know when an idea for a song is going to pop out. Musical ideas usually happen when you least expect them. I don’t consciously try to write; my ideas just come from playing. I record stuff; I never write it down."

On playing: "I have pretty much always considered myself a melody and feel guy. Regardless of which style of music I am playing, the essence of what it is all about for me is definitely the melody and expressing myself emotionally. I love creating melodies that are memorable and can be sung, and if I can make a listener feel emotion when they hear my stuff, it is the highest reward I could ever get."

The Rickey Medlocke's Blackfoot stands as a musical force that embodies the true essence of rock and blues. Led by the legendary Rickey Medlocke, a masterful singer and guitarist, this band has forged a sonic path that resonates with audiences worldwide.

Rickey Medlocke, a name synonymous with musical excellence, takes the helm as the lead vocalist and guitar virtuoso of the band. With a storied career that spans genres and eras, Medlocke's contributions to the music industry have solidified his status as a true icon.

Mark Woerpel and Mark Westlund collectively bring a dual-guitar assault that defines the band's distinctive sound. Their harmonious interplay weaves a tapestry of melodies, riffs, and solos that enrich the band's sonic landscape and pay homage to the very essence of rock and roll.

Steve Soderstrom occupies the rhythmic heartbeat of the group, commanding the drums with precision, passion, and an undeniable energy. His beats and fills provide the foundation upon which the band's music thrives, driving each composition forward with unwavering intensity.

Johnny Keyte, affectionately known as "Super J," emerges as the backbone of the band, handling bass duties and contributing his soulful vocals. Hailing from renowned acts like "HERICANE ALICE" and the beloved "SOUP BONES," Keyte brings a wealth of experience and charisma to the stage, captivating audiences with his magnetic presence.

The Rickey Medlocke's Blackfoot's performances are a journey through the annals of rock history, a testament to the enduring power of live music. With a repertoire that spans classics and original compositions, their concerts are a symphony of passion, talent, and sheer rock 'n' roll energy.

This band isn't just a collection of musicians; it's a testament to the impact of true dedication, collaboration, and a shared love for music. The Rickey Medlocke's Blackfoot continues to honor the legacy of rock while blazing their own trail, creating moments that resonate with fans and leave an indelible mark on the hearts of all who experience their electrifying performances.

ART OF ANARCHY is one of those rare bands that doesn't play by rules, except for the ones they break. “Compromise", and "playing it safe" are terms that don't exist in the band’s vocabulary, pulverizing raw talent is what this band has always relied on along with artistic worlds of illusion and sound.

The band has entered into a Renaissance rebirth with a darker more sinister edge, that will reinforce the "anarchy" in ART OF ANARCHY. Original founding members Jon Votta (guitar), Vince Votta (drums), and guitarist Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal (former Guns N' Roses / Sons Of Apollo) welcome the talents of vocalist Jeff Scott Soto (former Yngwie Malmsteen / Sons Of Apollo) and bassist Tony Dickinson (SOTO / Trans-Siberian Orchestra) into this new formation.

The band returns with their comeback album "Let There Be Anarchy" which is a reflection of a modern society. With epic songs pushing the eight-minute mark, listeners will be taken to places that they may already be, are going to, or can only imagine. With the band's new lineup, the next chapter in AOA has just begun!

AOA looks forward to touring and bringing ANARCHY back to the music world with future albums and tours to come… but that story is yet to be told!

Molly Hatchet firmly cemented their place in music history in the late seventies. They stood alongside other iconic Southern rock bands out of Jacksonville, Florida, such as Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Allman Brothers. A perfect mixture of English invasion rock, blues, country, and gospel remains the unique sound of Molly Hatchet.

They were the hardest hitting of the Southern rock bands at the time when, in 1978, Epic Records released Molly Hatchet’s self-titled debut album. It reached multi-platinum status, and the band established their reputation of working hard, playing tough and living fast through intense touring. During this time, they were on the road with Aerosmith, Bob Seger, The Rolling Stones, and many others.

In 1979, Molly Hatchet’s second album Flirtin’ with Disaster was released, and it also quickly achieved multi-platinum status. It skyrocketed the band into the stratosphere and performing an average of two hundred and fifty shows per year kept them busy.

Molly Hatchet next released Beatin’ the Odds (1980), followed by Take No Prisoners (1981), No Guts… No Glory (1983) The Deed Is Done (1984) and Double Trouble Live (1985).

In 1987, Bobby Ingram joined the band as lead guitarist and songwriter. They continued to play over two hundred dates a year. In 1989 they recorded Lightning Strikes Twice on Capitol Records. The Greatest Hits album was released in 1991 and certified gold. It was followed by

In 1996 Devil’s Canyon (the first studio album in six years) was recorded in Hamburg, Germany on SPV/CBH Records with producers Kalle Trapp and Bobby Ingram. The album was voted the number one rock record in Europe in 1996 with rave reviews.

It was followed by Silent Reign of Heroes (CMC International, 1998), Kingdom of XII (Sanctuary, 2000), 25th Anniversary: Best of Re-Recorded (SPV Records, 2003), Warriors of the Rainbow Bridge (Steamhammer, 2005), Locked and Loaded – Live (Steamhammer, 2006), Justice (Steamhammer, 2010), Greatest Hits II (SPV Records, 2011), and most recently Battleground - Live (Steamhammer, 2019).

Molly Hatchet continues their worldwide tour, performing classic hits such as “Flirtin’ with Disaster,” “Devil’s Canyon,” “Gator Country,” “Whiskey Man,” and “Dreams I’ll Never See.”

The band’s current lineup consists of long-time members Bobby Ingram on lead guitar and John Galvin on keyboards, as well as Tim Lindsey on bass guitar and Shawn Beamer on drums, with Jimmy Elkins on vocals. Molly Hatchet continues to honor the legacies of those members who passed away (including Danny Joe Brown, David Hlubek, and Phil McCormack) by keeping the music alive, performing across the United States, and throughout the world.

Molly Hatchet celebrated their 40th anniversary with a world tour and the release of the double CD and a triple vinyl live album titled Battleground. Recorded in both Germany and Switzerland on the SPV/Steamhammer label and featuring cover art by famed artist Paul Raymond Gregory (Dio, Uriah Heep, Saxon), Battleground has garnered rave reviews by their loyal fans, as well as the national and international press.

According to Bobby Ingram, "In recording this album, we compiled a four-decade-long catalog of songs that our friends wanted to hear. They would tell us what songs they wanted on the album, and we would record them. Some of these songs have never been recorded on a live stage before, and we were honored and proud to be able to perform them for many generations of past, present, and future Southern rock fans."

After forty-plus years Molly Hatchet is still workin’ hard, playin’ tough, livin’ fast, and Flirtin’ with Disaster!!!

The late great Steve Priest came out of retirement in 2007. Priest along with drummer Richie Onori, and then keyboardist, and vocalist Stevie Stewart assembled a group of top-caliber national act musicians which Priest could proudly hail to be on the same equal footing and adeptness as the original lineup. For well over a decade his group entertained millions of music fans across the globe delivering high-quality performances every single night. His handpicked band with unparalleled chemistry continues to forge ahead with the same vigor, intensity & enthusiasm as always, delivering the “Sweet” brand onward into the 21st century, thus keeping Steve Priest’s vision and “Sweet’s” legacy fully intact!

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Paul Bielatowicz has spent the past two decades recording, playing and touring with some of the biggest names in progressive rock. Describing himself as a ‘Classical Pianist trapped in the body of a Rock Guitarist’, he has toured and recorded with Carl Palmer (ELP), Neal Morse (Spock’s Beard), Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater), Les Paul, Arthur Brown (Crazy World of Arthur Brown), Steve Hackett (Genesis) and many others.

Aside from his work with other artists, Paul’s has enjoyed a busy solo career since his 2014 debut album. His work as a composer has resulted in a number of exciting projects, including his latest endeavor: an immersive prog rock soundtrack for the 1922 classic silent movie Nosferatu.

Employing a dazzling mix of glam rock, hard rock, and progressive rock, Angel's outrageous, white-satin-heavy image and equally over-the-top stage shows, made them one of the more colorful arena rock bands of the mid-'70s and early '80s. Discovered by Kiss bass player Gene Simmons, the group issued their eponymous debut album in 1975, which hewed closer to prog rock than the glam pop that would inform future endeavors like On Earth as It Is in Heaven (1977) and Sinful (1979). The group went their separate ways in 1981, but re-formed in the late '90s with a new lineup, and released two studio albums (1999's In the Beginning and 2019's Risen) and numerous compilations.

Peacemaker

Hailing from the heart of Spartanburg, South Carolina, Peacemaker is a hard-hittin', whiskey-drinkin' southern rock band that brings an authentic, down-home sound to the stage. With roots deeply embedded in the traditions of the South, Peacemaker embraces a no-frills approach, steering clear of glitter and glam to deliver a raw and genuine musical experience.

The band's journey began with a shared love for the rich musical heritage of the southern United States. Influenced by the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Allman Brothers Band, and ZZ Top, Peacemaker found their unique voice by blending classic southern rock with a contemporary edge, creating a sound that resonates with both old-school purists and modern music enthusiasts.

Peacemaker's rise in the music scene has been nothing short of meteoric. Their electrifying performances have landed them on stages alongside southern greats such as Blackfoot, Texas Hippie Coalition, Them Dirty Roses, Molly Hatchet, and Blacktop Mojo. These experiences not only solidified their reputation as a force to be reckoned with but also exposed them to wider audiences, earning them a dedicated fan base that continues to grow with each show.

In an industry often dominated by trends and gimmicks, Peacemaker stays true to their southern roots, focusing on the music and the raw, unfiltered emotions it evokes. Their lyrics tell stories of life in the South, from the struggles to the triumphs, all set against a backdrop of soulful guitar riffs and powerful rhythms.

As an up-and-coming band, Peacemaker is poised to leave an indelible mark on the southern rock scene. With their dedication to authenticity and an unapologetic approach to their craft, Peacemaker is a band that not only pays homage to the southern rock legends of the past but also forges a path toward a new era of hard-hittin', whiskey-soaked anthems from the heart of Spartanburg. Keep your ears to the ground, because Peacemaker is here to shake the foundations of southern rock and leave a lasting legacy in its wake.

Brokencyde is a duo consisting of Mikl Shea and PhatJ. An Albuquerque based, cultural phenomenon. They have been able to beat the odds and become an Internationally known/touring group, performing with acts such as; Hollywood Undead, Senses Fail, Breathe Carolina, Jeffree Star, and played Vans Warped Tour's entirety. Accumulating 20 MILLION+ in total views along the way. They peaked #86 on the top 100 Billboard Charts in SOLD albums. Along with 500,000+ Facebook Likes, & 80,000+ in YouTube subscribers. E40, Paul Wall, Kottonmouth Kings, Mickey Avalon and many more have given their co-sign by featuring on their music

Renowned for their status as agents provocateur of the underground hard rock and industrial metal scenes, the latex defining and pop-culture defying Genitorturers return with the Nov. 3, 2009 release of Blackheart Revolution [G-Force/MVD Entertainment].

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Narcotic Wasteland is a formidable force in the metal scene, known for their aggressive sound and relentless energy. The band is fronted by Dallas Toler-Wade, a seasoned vocalist and guitarist who previously gained acclaim with Nile. His powerful vocals and intricate guitar work are central to the band's intense sound.

Joseph Howard takes on the role of drummer, delivering precision and thunderous rhythms that drive the band’s dynamic performances. His skillful drumming provides the perfect backdrop for the band's heavy riffs and dark melodies.

On bass, Kenji Tsunami brings a commanding presence and intricate bass lines that add depth and complexity to the band's music. His contributions are crucial in shaping the band's unique sonic landscape.

Together, these three musicians form Narcotic Wasteland, a band that continues to captivate audiences with their high-energy shows and complex compositions. With Dallas Toler-Wade's experience and the technical prowess of Joseph Howard and Kenji Tsunami, Narcotic Wasteland stands out as a powerhouse in the metal genre.

Martyred is a death metal band from Austin, Texas that is currently signed to Time To Kill Records. Formed in  2003, by founding guitarist Mike DeBord, went on hiatus in 2010 and reformed in 2017. The band currently  consists of Krieg Penny - Vocals, Mike DeBord - Guitars, Ankur Patel - Guitars, Stephen Fernandez -  Bass, Rene Martinez - Drums.  The group is known for their razor grinding guitars mixed with blackened thrash  elements and often abstract time signatures, characterized by blast beats, complex riffing, and pit style hook  riffs. Additionally, their reality-based lyrics characterized by war themes and mental trauma that are notable in  death metal. Various line-up changes throughout the years have left Mike DeBord as the sole remaining original  member, as well as the band’s driving force. To date, Martyred has released 3 EPs and a full length album.

Whore of Bethlehem is an extreme metal band that hails from Austin, TX. Originally formed in 2009 by

Ryan Sylvie, TJ Rodriguez, and Rene Martinez the band was established to break away from the signature

brutal death metal sound of Texas with a more blackened and sinister approach.

With demos and lineup changes during the years since its inception, the addition of Phil King and James

VanDenBerg rounded out the lineup for the debut album Upon Judas' Throne which was unleashed in

the May of 2014 to high acclaim of metal fans all over the world. After the album's release the band added

Alan Berryman on bass and Sam Axelrad on drums to the fold as the band continued to build a solid Texas

fan base and performance momentum doing domestic tours and sharing the stage with many prominent

bands.

Whore of Bethlehem launched its third release Ritual of Homicide in the Spring of 2023

on Comatose Music.

Previously in May of 2014, Upon Judas' Throne, the debut full length album was released to high acclaim,

a follow up album entitled Extinguish the Light was released in 2017. Some sample reviews:

"For an unsigned debut, it's astounding just how professional this sounds, and how well they play... I frankly haven't

heard a wealth of albums in this vein that I've enjoyed since Trey and crew dropped Gateways to Annihilation."

– Autothrall, http://fromthedustreturned.com

"This album is death metal at its greatest. Heavy, fast, loud, and technical as hell. With songs like 'Christ Crusher',

and my favorite 'Castle of Meth'. Whore of Bethlehem is the epitome of the death metal genre..."

– Daniel Chavez, http://echoesanddust.com/

"They have a pretty fantastic mixture of death and black flavors of metal, and they blend the two styles so well

that tracks flow from one to the other and back again with ease. They have this blend down and they crush."

– Odin, http://ripplemusic.blogspot.com/

"The riffs here are absolutely phenomenal! I immediately was taken back to the days of Morbid Angel's "Domination"

release... This is 100% pure, unadulterated, absolute death metal the way it should be played... This is some of the

finest shredding I heard in the year 2014... If you could imagine Marduk playing death metal, this is probably what it

would sound like."

– Akerthrope, Metal-Archives User Review

Whore of Bethlehem has shared the stage with many notable metal acts including: Devourment, Deicide,

Nile, Incantation, Disgorge, Defeated Sanity, Morbid Angel, Marduk, Skinned, Soreption, Arch Goat

Septic Flesh, Liturgy (New York), Dying Fetus, Necronomicon, Rotting Christ, Evil United, Abiotic,

Inquisition, Abysmal Dawn, Suffocation, Exhumed, Kataklysm, Jungle Rot, Misery Index, Satyricon,

Belphegor, Dark Funeral, Hypocrisy, Fleshgod Apocalypse, and many many more.

Whore of Bethlehem is:

Ryan Sylvie – Lead Guitar / Vocals

James Vandenberg – Vocals

Sam Axelrad – Drums

Phil King – Rhythm Guitar

Alan Berryman – Bass

Malignancy is Danny Nelson Vocals, Ron Kachnic Guitars, Alex Weber Bass , Mike Heller Drums ,

Most popular songs are Rotten Seed , Inhuman Grotesqueries, Contagious Psychosis, Cross Species Transmutation , Type Zero Civilization, Eugenics and Intrauterine Cannibalism.

1987-1989: Chris Basile joins the band Mortuary along with Terrence Hobbs, Doug Cerrito, and Mike Smith, all of Suffocation. Together over 30 songs were written by the band and many of the songs and riffs written during this time appear on both Pyrexia and Suffocation’s early releases leading to many comparisons.

1990: Basile meets up with the four other original members Guy Marchais, Rob Shimonski, Daryl Wagner, and Mike Andrejko, and Pyrexia is formed. They go on to release their 1991 demo Liturgy of Impurity and later the classic 1993 Full-length Sermon of Mockery, cementing their place in the anoles of Death Metal history......

Pyrexia continued to release one seminal release after another including their 1997 "System of the Animal", and even teaming up with Trevor Peres of Obituary in 1999 to form the band "Catastrophic" which went on to release their debut album on Metal Blade Records.

In 2007 the band signed with Unique Leader Records and began an extensive campaign of touring and performing both in America and overseas in support of the next three albums released under the UL moniker that continues today.

With the addition of Gravitas Entertainment and Management as full-time manager for the band, the schedule and team in place for 2022 have the band set for new heights.

IMMORTAL SUFFERING formed in 1992 by Joe Provvisiero (Guitars/Vocals) & Woodstock R.R. (RIP) (Drums) with only one goal: To create brutal death metal! In 1993 Ray Lebron (Bass/Vocals) joined the band, and began working closely with Joe to create some of the earlier songs released on the first demo. In 1994 Dave Zatuchney (Guitar) joined and the four piece emerged from the depths of the studio to pummel the scene with their horrid visions. Shortly afterwards, they released their first self-titled demo.

After a series of brutal shows, IMMORTAL SUFFERING hit hard luck when Woodstock R.R. was let go due to his addiction to the darker sides of life; but the band was able to find Rudy Lopez. Rudy had been searching for the right band for some time and was close to calling it quits when he heard the demo; ​he instantly knew this was the band he wanted to be in. With the band back in action they worked hard to tighten the music while preparing for the new demo. The demo released in 1995 was entitled Eternal Damnation.

In 1996 came the unexpected when Dave mutually decided to split with the band because IMMORTAL SUFFERING wanted to go in a different direction. Soon after, Ralph Spadafora, longtime friend and EX front man from God For Bid decided to join. With some intriguing changes to follow, Joe would no longer do vocals and Ray would move from bass to share the Front man duties with Ralph. The band soon realized that Ray’s brutal lows mixed with Ralph's array of gruesome pitches would be the perfect compliment to Joe’s new riffs and Rudy’s beats. The new IMMORTAL SUFFERING evolved to become the brutally insane opus fans have grown to love.

After a short time in the studio the music was ready but IMMORTAL SUFFERING still lacked a Bass player and Guitarist to complete the band. So IMMORTAL SUFFERING started playing the scene. To no surprise, they started ripping through the scene looking for the missing pieces, and in late '96 after some abysmal try outs, Sasha Abayev happened to see the band play and was taken aback by how brutal and heavy the sound was with just one Guitarist. So without haste, Sasha joined the band. In search of the final piece, Leo Bakman was discovered and from then on the band was completed, with only one intention: To rip up the scene! And that they did quickly signing with Mortal Coil Records and releasing Images of Horror in 1997.

With some extremely brutal shows and crazy stage props headed by Ralph, IMMORTAL SUFFERING'S popularity began to grow. Being known as the band with crushing, brutal riffs and macabre vocals, their presence was large with fans, never knowing what the band would do next. From the baby on the stick, to goat heads, to flying chop meat, baby brains and a six foot dummy impaled on an inverted cross, the shows were an interactive experience.

Sadly, in Jan of 1998 Joe decided he wanted to leave the band and everyone agreed without Joe the band would not continue. Everyone parted ways and started to do their own thing.

After 15 years of slumber, the sleeping giant has finally awoke, and the mighty IMMORTAL SUFFERING resurrected! In Feb 2013 Joe, Ray, Rudy, Ralph, Sasha and Leo headed back to the studio to begin a new chapter. In 2015 Immortal Suffering released a full length called Asylum (Ossuary Records) and in 2019 they put out another full length called Preyed Upon (Pathologically Explicit Records) and everything was going good, Playing shows and festivals…. Than covid hit... The band hard to make some really tough decisions. Due to members it has effected. Ralph was going through some personal difficult times with his family. Dotz had some of his own issues that he couldn't contribute to that band. So we replaced Ralph with Jordon (vocals). So covid was coming to an end. We played our first show with Jordon and Ray on vocals .Unfortunately that was Ray's last show. It was getting to much to travel and playing shows living in Milwaukee, so he decided to step down (not officially out) Than we found a bass player Taylor to fill the bass job. In 2022 we recorded a single Conceived In A Crackhouse. Was recorded in a couple of locations due to some Studios were closed to covid. So just when everything was going back on track, Leo had to step down do to money issues. So that brings up to the current lineup. Joe decided to keep it just one guitarist to write new music. A new release will be out in 2023.

The Texas Death Grind Maniax, Cheese Grater Masturbation, lets you experience every point of extreme metal. Monster double bass followed by blistering blast beats given to us by the blasting grinder "The Colonel" Dennis and add in nasty grinded out demonic guitar provided by Alfred "Brutalfred" Longoria, bulldozer bass of J.R. Rodriguez and the terrifying high vocals of Nick "Dick Tuff" Cruz and Monster lows by Hellbound Jeff.

Pinnick discovered rock & roll through such greats as Little Richard, Sly and the Family Stone, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin..., Black Sabbath, while he borrowed from gospel for his singing style. In the early '80s, Pinnick formed a new band with fellow musicians, It would take several years of playing covers in bars throughout the Midwest then a move to Houston Texas before the new band would click musically and eventually settle on a name: King's X. Signing to Atlantic in 1987, the trio became a favorite with the metal and progressive rock crowd; their music also contained elements of alternative in their hard rock and pioneered the drop D tuning with a new groove long before it became en vogue during the '90s. which is a major ingredient to the magical King's X sound along with their vocal harmonies. After six critically acclaimed releases, Pinnick released his first solo album, Massive Grooves from the Electric Church of Psychofunkadelic Grungelism Rock Music, under the alias Poundhound with Jerry Gaskill and Shannon Larkin on drums.

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"Since their debut in 1997, Lecherous Nocturne have pushed the boundaries of death metal to extreme limits and even crossed the threshold through the blackened spectrum, abolishing any limitations some may confine to most technical subgenres. Conventional song structures and solos are void in their songwriting, with only the drive of leaving a ferocious trail of technical viciousness in their wake. The strength of their self-titled E.P. landed the band a two album deal with Unique Leader Records, which was followed by a series of nationwide tours with the biggest names in the genre. After touring on “Behold Almighty Doctrine,” the group inked a deal with Willowtip Records and has since released their highly acclaimed 2018 record “Occultaclysmic.”

“Occultaclysmic could very well be one of the year’s best technical death metal records.”

-Decibel Magazine

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The Outfit, from Chicago have been creating a buzz since coming on to the rock scene. Their first single “Soldier Boy” released in 2018, secured the #34 spot on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Chart. The band isn’t re-inventing the wheel, and it never tries to; that is their charm. The three words to describe the band is Original, bold, rock. The Outfit shows they have the chops of veteran musicians, yet the forward thinking attitude to make an impact with a fresh unique sound for today's music scene. The new single “Viking” has been received enthusiastically by crowds at the bands recent performances including the Rock USA festival earlier this summer. The Outfit will release their new album entitled ‘Viking" in February 2020, while dropping the single Viking on September 20th. The album was mixed by multi-platinum producer Ulrich Wild (Breaking Benjamin, Static-X, Deftones, Pantera, White Zombie). The band will continue touring this Fall and will make stops in February 2020 at the world famous Whisky A Go Go, along with shows in Las Vegas, San Diego and Phoenix.

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Website: http://theoutfit.rocks/

Ann Boleyn - vocals, Simon Wright - drums (AC/DC, Dio, Operation: Mindcrime, UFO), Scott Warren - Keyboards (Dio, Type-O Negative, Heaven & Hell), Maxxxwell Carlisle - lead Guitar, Georg Dolivo - rhythm guitar and backing vocals (Rhino Bucket), Bjorn Englen - bass (Dio Disciples, Yngwie Malmsteen, Tony McAlpine)

http://www.hellion.us

https://www.facebook.com/Hellion.Official/

Professional history:

 •WRITING, SCREENWRITING, EDITING, STORY-EDITING, LINE-EDITING,

COMMUNICATION:  Both fiction and non-fiction, stage and screen

 New York Times Bestselling novelist, author of 53 published books, including multiple

New York Times Bestsellers, and bestsellers on the Waldenbooks, BDalton and USAToday lists.  Genres include STAR TREK, ALIEN, S.W.A.T., science fiction, Civil War, historical and media-tie-in, and a Young Adult adventure series about teenagers involved in emergency rescue and police work. Also a large non-fiction book, July of 2011: “Do You Have a

Beaumont Doctor?,” Huron River Press, in collaboration with Ananias Diokno, M.D., Chief

Medical Officer, Beaumont Hospitals.

STAR TREK’S top-selling novelist, responsible for taking the Star Trek line to the New

York Times Bestseller list and keeping it there for 15 subsequent years.  Bestseller

DREADNOUGHT! was the first Star Trek bestseller, and THE GREAT STARSHIP RACE was the last, bracketing the bestselling years of the Simon and Schuster Pocket Books’ Star Trek line. 

 The new movie, “STAR TREK”, with Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto was inspired by

Carey's novel “Best Destiny” as cited by screenwriters Alex Kurtzman and Roberto

Orci.  The sequel, " STAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS" echoed the plot of " Dreadnought!,"

Diane's history-making Trek novel.

 Media tie-in novels are extremely exclusive in the market.  Very few writers are allowed to write for multi-million dollar licensed properties.  The writing is difficult and specific; the author must work with the studio and corporate licensing departments in order to achieve publication.

Bibliography

Historical Romance Novels

•      Unwilling Enchantress (1982)

•           Historical Romance Novel

•      Silver Season (1985)

•      Harem (1986)

•      Under the Wild Moon (1986)

•      After the Torchlight (1986)

•      Sudden Storm (1990)

•      Rose Legacy (1992)

•     Star Trek Original Series

•      Dreadnought! (1986)

•      Battlestations! (1986) 

•      Final Frontier (1988)

•      Best Destiny (1992)

•      The Great Starship Race (1993) #67

•      First Frontier (1995) #75; co-author Dr. James I. Kirkland

•      First Strike (1996) #79; Invasion! #1

•      Cadet Kirk (1996) Starfleet Academy #3

•      Starfleet Academy (1997)

•      Wagon Train to the Stars (2000) #89; New Earth #1

•      Belle Terre  (2000) #90; New Earth #2; co-author Dean Wesley Smith

•      Challenger (2000) #94; New Earth #6

•      Chainmail (2001) Gateways #2

•      What Lay Beyond (2001) Gateways #7; co-authors Peter David, Keith R A DeCandido

•      Star Trek The Next Generation Series

•      Ghost Ship (1988) #1

•      Descent (1993) (novelization)

•      Ship of the Line (1997)

•      Ancient Blood (1997) Day of Honor #1

•      Red Sector (1999) Double Helix #3

•      Star Trek Deep Space Nine Series

•      The Search (1994) (novelization)

•      Station Rage (1995) #13

•      The Way of the Warrior (1995) (novelization)

•      Trials and Tribble-ations  (1996) (novelization)

•      The Dominion War (1998)

•      Call to Arms (1998) The Dominion War #2

•      Sacrifice of Angels (1998) The Dominion War #4

•      What You Leave Behind (1999) (novelization)

•      Star Trek Voyager Series

•      Flashback (1996) (novelization)

•      Fire Ship (1998) novella in collection Star Trek: The Captain's Table (1998)

•      Equinox (1999) (novelization)

•      Endgame (2001) (novelization)  (not to be confused with End Game by Peter David)

•      Unimatrix Zero (2001) (novelization)

•      Star Trek Enterprise Series

•      Broken Bow (2001) (novelization)

•      Aliens Series

•      DNA War (2006)

•      Cauldron (2007)

•      Movie Novelizations

•      S.W.A.T (2003)

•     Civil War Series (Historical Romance Novels)

 1. Distant Drums (1991)

 2. Rise Defiant (1991)

Distress Call 911 Series (Young Adult Books)

 1. Twist of Fate (1996)

 2. Buried Alive (1996)

 3. Danger Zone (1996)

 4. Worth Dying For (1996)

 5. Million Dollar Mistake (1996)

 6. Roughing It (1996)

 7. Promise Me You'll Stop Me (1996)

Most Recent Books

•      Do You Have a Beaumont Doctor? Huron River Press (2011)

•      How to Help Stray Pets and Not Get Stuck (2013)

•      Banners (2013) The true story of the Star-Spangled Banner, Francis Scott Key, and the

Privateer War at Sea.

Screenwriting and revising experience with full-length movie scripts, audio-scripts, an interactive video game script, novelizations and book-to-script.  At least four bankable full-

length screenplays currently available for production. 

 The screenplay for Collective Development, Lansing: recently completed a full-length crime

drama screenplay which is expected to go into pre-production in 2009, for filming spring of

2010.  Currently discussing a second movie project.

 The screenplay is written in 2010, hired by writers/producers on the subject of the Beatles' meeting with Elvis, tracking their careers from 1960 to 1970.

 Worked as dialect coach for Christina Ricci, on a new film currently in production.

Revised a full-length screenplay for Spectacor Films in the 1990's.

Emergency Revision of Paramount interactive game script:

“I was flown to Hollywood in the middle of the night by Paramount Pictures, to do an emergency revision of an interactive game script.  The stars were refusing to start filming because their lines were so bad.  I revised 90 pages in one day, as opposed to their team's

revision of 30 pages in two weeks."

Superior demonstrable non-fiction writing and editing skills, including weekly opinion columns, instructional writing, and myriad other types of written communication.

Fliers, op-eds, campaign literature and media communication for several political campaigns.

 One year as a columnist for the Argus-Press, a Mid-Michigan newspaper

Superior collaborative skills.  Worked in collaboration with other writers, and with professionals including Dr James Kirkland, world-renowned paleontologist, and Jack Lifton,

automotive supply expert and former CEO in the American OEM automotive industry.  Also,

researched and developed a “Wetlands” case study for the Mackinac Center for Public Policy,

requiring significant hours of collaboration with multiple specialists, editors, and expert sources.

Considerable experience in public speaking on myriad topics.  Many appearances at media conventions as a guest panelist.

Awards other than Bestseller Listings:

 ADDY (American Advertisers) award for Memorial Hospital Annual Report; wrote all case studies of Memorial patients in the report.

Distinguished Fellowship awarded by Flint Northern High School Alumni Association.

Peanut Press Award for Internet Bestseller

Romance Writers of America Golden Medallion Award for Historical Novel, 1987

•   EVENT PLANNING, PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, PROJECT MANAGEMENT,

•    PROBLEM-SOLVING and ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS                   

•   Business Owner and Manager: Valiant Historic Events and Weddings (website:valiantevents.com)

 Builds inventory, designing needs-specific property and attire, finds skilled professionals to manufacture that inventory.  Acts as consultant, developer, and manager for weddings, festivals and special events.

•   TALL SHIP EXPERIENCE

Serves as watch officer aboard several tall ships;  assesses skills of others, trains crew on line handling, piloting, watchkeeping and safety, plugs those skills into needs of historic sailing vessels, take commands and disseminates orders, then makes sure those orders are properly followed and that crewmembers are safe around the clock.

Trains crew members to perform the necessary skills to operate and maintain large sailing

vessels safely and consistently

Conducts tours and classes for the general public, and does public speaking on the subjects of tall ships, sailing life, history, music, and ship identification.

Develops, writes manuals and teaches watch keeping, safety and emergency procedures specific to particular vessels.

Diane has sailed most of the United States' coastal areas including the Great Lakes, the Gulf of Mexico, the coast of California, the East Coast from Nantucket to Florida, the C & D canal, and the Hudson, Connecticut, James, and Saginaw Rivers.

Tall Ships on which Diane has served:

Pride of Baltimore II

Appledore IV

Half Moon

Denis Sullivan

Highlander Sea

Californian

Virginia

Lettie G. Howard

COLLEGE INSTRUCTOR

Faculty, Baker College of Business: for 6 ½ years taught several levels of English composition, persuasive writing, business communication, grammar, editing, and public speaking.  Extensive teaching experience in writing and speaking, as well as significant experience editing the work of others. 

• PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, EVENT PLANNING, PUBLIC RELATIONS

Conceived and implemented the Thunder Bay Maritime Festival, Alpena, Michigan, now an annual event.  Conceived and implemented three Round Table Faires at Canterbury Village,

Lake Orion, Michigan.    

Conceived and implemented the Shiabruck Medieval Faires at Curwood Castle, Owosso,

Michigan and at McCurdy Park in Corunna, Michigan.

As Coordinator of Credit-Free Courses for the University of Michigan Extension

Service, developed and implemented a series of adult education courses on a variety of

subjects, found and hired instructors, arranged for settings, and developed advertising and

marketing plans to attract customers

Has developed both for-profit and non-profit events, attractions, and programs. 

EDUCATION:

MASTER OF ARTS, Literature and History, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

ATTENDED West Virginia University for graduate studies.

BACHELOR OF ARTS, Literature, Dramatic Arts, and History, Alma College, Alma,

Michigan

•  REFERENCES:   

Ananias Diokno, M.D., F. A. C. S., Chief Medical Officer of William Beaumont Hospitals. (248) 551-9555

Abraham Gordon, (818) 517-4184.  

Hon. Dave Robertson, Senator, Michigan State Senate (810) 730-1476  

Hon. Benjamin Frederick, Mayor, City of Owosso,  (989) 323-1224 Christopher Barbeau, Ring of Steel Theatrical Performance Troupe, 734-320-1147

Bruce Walker, writer/producer, formerly of the Property Rights Network, Mackinac Center for

Public Policy (989) 631-0900

Jack Lifton, CEO Lifton LLC, Industrial Consultation, jacklifton@aol.com , (248) 739-1729

John Ordover, former Senior Editor, Pocket Books, Div. Of Simon and Schuster Publishing,

New York, New York    (718) 238-3412  email: ordover@aol.com

Dave Galanter, author; network specialist, Johns-Hopkins, Maryland (810) 210-1961 

dave.galanter@gmail.com

Embryonic Autopsy:

Tim King: Vocals

Scott Roberts: Guitar, Keyboards

Kenxi Dupey: Bass

Marco Fimbress: Drums

Embryonic Autopsy is a brutal old-school death metal band focused on bringing back the style that made the Death Metal genre so popular back in the early ‘90s. Blazing guitars, guttural vocals, and lightning-fast drumming. The way Death Metal was meant to be.

"Ontogeny is a progressive death metal band based out of San Francisco. Musically furious and intense, the output is extremely technical, draped with a suffocating atmosphere. There's also jazz-based passages that do not detract

from the frantic and dark aura created by the band." - Progarchives.com

https://www.facebook.com/Ontogeny-143665832336452

https://ontogeny.bandcamp.com/

http://ontogeny.bigcartel.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/nvennarucci

Steve Braun - Vocals

Jon Bodan - Lead Guitars, Backing Vocals, Death Vocals

Max Eve - Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals

Skyler Moore - Bass Guitar, Death Vocals

Aaron Baumoel - Drums

SUBSCRIBE:

Agonia Records channel - http://bit.ly/subs-agonia-yt

Halcyon Way channel - http://goo.gl/dCjWUK

HALCYON WAY on-line:

Website: https://www.halcyonway.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/halcyonway

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/halcyonway

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/hwmetal

Instagram: https://instagram.com/halcyonwayofficial

Elizabeth Schall (Vox/Lead Guitars),

Teresa Wallace (Guitars)

Tamara Tadic (Drums)."

Dreaming Dead is the answer to underground mediocrity and mainstream banality. Formed in 2006 by front-woman Elizabeth Schall.  Dreaming Dead continues to capture the attention of audiences and listeners across the globe. Whether through pummeling fans as a live act, or releasing fist-pumping albums, Dreaming Dead is consistently in the business of turning heads. With two previously released full-length albums - Within One & Midnightmares - Dreaming Dead currently prepares to release their 3rd full-length album titled Funeral Twilight.

http://www.dreamingdead.com/

https://www.facebook.com/dreamingdeadBAND/

Hail Sagan is a dynamic rock band out of Los Angeles featuring powerhouse vocalist Sagan Amery and ESP guitarist Nick Quijano (formerly of Powerman 5000), alongwith an anonymous group of superstar musicians known as the Nothing. The band features a state-of-the-art electronic stage show, along with many interactive surprises for the audience.

LITTLE BIHLMAN

Is an Emmy Award-winning singer-songwriter and Metalville recording artist who has recorded and toured with such prominent artists as John Fogerty, Trey Anastasio (Phish), JellyRoll (Nashville), Dug Pinnick (King's X) and legendary bluesman Son Seals just to name a few.

Throughout his career to date, Little has been featured in more than 50 songs on TVimovies worldwide. Including such major networks as FOX, ABC. CBS and Netflix. Including the award-winning series "Sons of Anarchy". "Days of Our Lives" and most recently "Big Sky.

Little puts a new contemporary spin on Americana rock by using deep lyrics, dirty guitar riffs, gospel harmonies and infectious grooves that give this album a special power.

Bihlman's songs embody an authentic approach to the essence of heart and soul that binds us all together.

Little Bihlman has blazed a trail down the American rock highway, establishing himself as a versatile musician and singer-songwriter.

A touring veteran, Little has played with many of the great rock and blues legends at world-famous venues, including the White House.

Over the years, Little has worked with Grammy award-winning producers such as Jim Gaines (Journey, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Huey Lewis and the News), Roy Thomas Baker (Queen, The Cars), and Bruce Robb (Cherokee Studios), to name a few.

Like a lost lover from your past, these songs whisper in your ear to live immediately and ravish life's mystery.

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Jelly Roll featuring Little Bihlman on drums-

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Emmy Award Winner

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Musicians Institute featured a success story

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Wikipedia

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The explosive music of THE CHIMPZ was born and developed from their everyday struggles in the streets of Los Angeles. The Chimpz are currently in the studio recording their new LP. The band released their single "California", followed by the self-titled EP which was released September 9th, 2014. Their songs are a street-savvy chronicle of their musical journey through the hustle and flow of life in LA, while always delivering a memorable hook.

The new EP was produced by platinum award-winning producer Ryan Greene (Bad Religion, NOFX, Megadeth), who also helmed their previous release, "Who Can I Trust". This was the band’s 4th commercial release.

3 new released singles “Not Enough” “Screaming” and “What are we Fighting For” are currently in video production.

THE CHIMPZ’s music has been heard on several episodes of FX’s "Sons of Anarchy (Seasons 3,5 and7)", "Lucha Underground" (On camera performances for Season 3, episodes 1-5), every episode of MTV's "Bam Margera's Unholy Union", The Challenge”, MTV’s “Real World”, Fox Sports, Animal Planet’s “My Cat From Hell”, Action Sports TV show “Adrenalina” and a host of other club placements.

They have also been featured online and in print magazines including No Cover, Loudwire, MTV, ThePRP.com, Campus Circle, Planet Mosh, Antimusic, CrypticRock, Unsung Melody, Examiner.com, Sonic Hits, AbsolutePunk.net, PureGrainAudio.com, Metal Underground, WN Network, Hard Rock Haven, Rock N Roll Magazine, Hip Rock Magazine, Indie Rock Magazine, AI, Rockwell Unscene, Rock Thiz Magazine and Rock ‘N Roll Industries.

The Chimpz have honed their always entertaining live act while building a loyal and growing following. They have brought their music to life performing shows such as the 2015 Loudwire Music Festival main stage and we’re the only artists requested to play a second stage alongside Linkin Park, Chevelle, Rob Zombie, Halestorm, Weezer, and more after being in the Loudwire Video Competition against artists such as Korn, Papa Roach, Rob Zombie, and Black Veil Brides. Loudwire retired the Chimpz after holding steady in the top 9 for twenty weeks in a row. In addition, the band has also performed at Rocklahoma 3 times (2013, 2014, 2015,)Rockstar Uproar Festival, Seattle Hemp Fest, Orange County Fair, the Tropicana Casino (Las Vegas), FEX Fest (Mexicali, Mexico – 5,000 people - 2013, 2014), Whisky A Go-Go, House of Blues, The Viper Room, and Venice Beach Summerfest;

As a testimony to their drawing power as a live act, the band has an enviable roster of sponsors & touring partners including Sabian Cymbals, Schecter Guitars, JBL/Harman, Kardon, Hustledank Clothing, Xcel Drumsticks, Soundcraft, Bolted Spine Designs, Pickbay, Mogami cables, Effectrode, Mesa boogie, ESP guitars Japan, Eventide, Fishman, ISP technologies, and Reunion Blues cases.

The Chimpz are:

Artimus Prime (Lead Vocals)

Chuck P (Vocals)

Doug Wiand (Guitar)

Shawn “Sonic” Lyon (Bass/Vocals)

Sean Topham (Drums)

Management:

Ice Queen Entertainment, LLC.

icequeenentertainmentllc@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/icequeenentertainment?ref=hl

Booking Agent -

Mark Hyman, CEO,

Office: 517-467-7777

Fax: 517-467-7017

superbooking@aol.com

Andrea Roberts, Agent

Office: 517-467-7777

Cell: 864-209-5428

Fax: 517-467-7017

ati.andrear@gmail.com

Label: Rock Solid Entertainment

https://www.rstelabel.com/

In a career that has spanned nearly five decades and millions of records, The Crickets are unquestionably The American Rock and Roll band. Since the group’s founding in 1957 they have influenced virtually every major rock performer in the United States and abroad – from Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan to the Rolling Stones and the Beatles (whose name was even Crickets-inspired). Their hits “That’ll Be The day,” Peggy Sue,” “Oh Boy,” “Not Fade Away,” “Maybe Baby,” “It’s So Easy,” “I Fought The Law“ and “More Than I Can Say” are bona fide rock classics and considered primary lessons in how rock music should be written, played and enjoyed. As Paul McCartney once put it, “If it wasn’t for the Crickets, there wouldn’t be any Beatles.”

The Crickets were formed in Lubbock, Texas by Buddy Holly and J.I. Allison. Bassist Joe B. Mauldin was recruited shortly thereafter. They were one of the first rock and roll bands to be self-contained, writing, playing, producing and recording their own material. They were among the first rock bands, too, to utilize overdubbing and multi-track recording years before it became standard studio practice. Above all, they were the first rock musicians to make rock and roll truly accessible to their audience; their instrumental format of guitar, drums and bass spawned thousands of garage bands worldwide – including one formed by a very young John Lennon and Paul McCartney.

http://www.thecrickets.com/index.html