The Mighty 18 Wheeler comin’ through

I haven’t mentioned any rockabilly or swing music recently, so I thought I’d mention The Mighty 18 Wheeler. Those of you familiar with the best rockabilly in the industry probably have heard about these guys, and if you haven’t, well…you heard about them know. Recently their music has more of an edge to it, and could even be an introduction to metalbilly. Sounds goofy, I know. But the music is fantastic. Imagine if Brian Setzer joined AC/DC, you got Mighty 18 Wheeler.

The guys are no stranger to the music scene. Smokin’ guitars and vocals come from Bobby Smith. Bobby previously belted out tracks with Jumpin Jimes, one of my absolute favorite rockabilly groups. I’ll write up a little bit about that particular band in the near future. Bobby is awesome, he adds the perfect elements necessary to make their music complete. Covering the upright bass and vocals in the Mighty 18 Wheeler is Jimmy Kolodziej. And of course on the drums is Gt Skragg, a very familiar name to the local Denver music scene.

Simply put, this group of musicians know how to jam. So go put on your rockabilly shoes and start listening to The Mighty 18 Wheeler.

The Official Site of the Mighty 18 Wheeler
Visit the Mighty 18 Wheeler at Myspace

Upcoming Shows:

Aug 17 2007 The Walnut Room – Denver, Colorado
Aug 18 2007 New West Fest – Fort Collins, Colorado
Aug 24 2007 Spot Light Lounge – Grand Junction, Colorado
Aug 25 2007 Mesa County Fairgrounds – Kruzin Car Show – Grand Junction, Colorado
Sep 01 2007 Desperate House Wives of Legacy Ridge – Westminster, Colorado
Sep 28 2007 The Tractor Tavern – 20th Annual Rockabilly Ball – Seattle, Washington

Groovy jam band the Mojo Farmers

The Mojo Farmers is a fine group of musicians you may be familiar with if you are in the Southwest part of the United States.  Their unique style of music has been heard since the year 2000, when the band formed in Tempe Arizona.  They blend funk, blues, modern, and psychedelic rock to create the perfect jam band experience.  The Mojo Farmers have been quite active over the past few years, playing out extensively across the southwest part of the country, as well as Utah, Texas, and Colorado.  The band has two full length CDs in their collection. and it’ll be great to hear more material from these guys in the future.  They have an awesome gig lined up in Tempe, opening up for Rusted Root on July 11th.  I’ve listed a few other upcoming shows below.  Go on, get groovy with the Mojo Farmers.

The Official Website of the Mojo Farmers
Visit the Mojo Farmers at Myspace

Upcoming Shows:

Jul 11 2007    Marquee Theater – Opening For Rusted Root – Tempe, Arizona
Jul 13 2007    Goat Head Saloon – Mesa, Arizona
Aug 11 2007    Harper’s Bar – Northridge, California
Sep 21 2007    Spirit Room – Jerome, Arizona
Sep 22 2007    Spirit Room – Jerome, Arizona
Sep 23 2007    Spirit Room – Jerome, Arizona

Gritty Blues from Kilborn Alley

Got the blues in your soul? Well make room for some more, and give it up for The Kilborn Alley Blues Band.  This group of Chicago blues musicians don’t mess around, and their music will tell you straight up what it’s all about.  Their blues is so gritty it’ll absorb you in no time, and let me tell you, that’s a good thing.

The band consists of Andy Duncanson(vocals, guitar), Chris Breen(bass), Josh Stimmel(guitar), Joe Asselin(harmonica), and Ed O’hara(drums).  These guys all form some of the finest distinct blues sounds I have heard, and have been influenced by the best during their lifetime, and are now an influence to others.  There’s not much more I can say, other than tell you to listen to them.

The Official Kilborn Alley Blues Band Website
Visit Kilborn Alley Blues Band at Myspace

Upcoming Shows:

Jul 06 2007    Radmaker’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Tavern – Tolono, Illinois
Jul 12 2007    Chiefs – Champaign, Illinois
Jul 13 2007    Danville Summer Sounds Concert Series – Danville, Illinois
Jul 13 2007    Gino’s – Danville, Illinois
Jul 15 2007    Beluga Nights Summer Music Series – Fairbanks, Alaska
Jul 18 2007    Howling Dog Saloon – Fox, Alaska
Jul 19 2007    Denali Salmon Bake – Healy, Alaska
Jul 20 2007    Blues Central – Anchorage, Alaska
Jul 21 2007    Blues Central – Anchorage, Alaska
Jul 26 2007    Chiefs – Champaign, Illinois
Jul 27 2007    Allied Industrial Workers’ Hall (a benefit) – Decatur, Illinois
Jul 27 2007    Mac’s Tackle Box – Decatur, Illinois
Jul 28 2007    Paddy O’ Flaherty’s – Morton, Illinois
Aug 03 2007    Cowboy Monkey – Champaign, Illinois
Aug 04 2007    Decatur Celebration – Decatur, Illinois
Aug 11 2007    Heritage Music BluesFest – Wheeling, West Virginia
Aug 17 2007    Buddy Guy’s Legends – Chicago, Illinois