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Local Music
Want to add your band or group? Maybe you're a singer-songwriter and need a little help? Wilsontimes.com has launched this page in support of local music or music with local ties. If you'd like to be added to this page, please send an e-mail to dsmall@wilsontimes.com with the following info: Name of Group, Genre of music (make up your own if you want), Members of the group, E-mail, webpage links, a short bio, an mp3 (if you have one) and a link to a video (if you have one). Bands will be added as soon as possible and music will be reviewed before posting.
Rhett Aycock
Genre: Singer/Songwriter
Band Members: Rhett Aycock
I am a local musician(singer, songwriter) from Fremont. I play acoustic/alternative/indie style of music. I am hoping to start a band soon, but I am solo right now. In the past I have been the drummer for 2 bands, Trip Seven and The Ghost of Always.
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Scott Bailey
Genre: Independent/Session Drummer
Band Members: Scott Bailey
I have been fortunate over the past 30 years to be able to play with some very artistic and musical people. Since a very early age I heard the sounds of my surrounding Eastern North Carolina home. From, Country, Southern Gospel, Rock n Roll, Pop, R & B and Christian Rock. I would listen to them unknowing at the time this would give me the edge to become one to the most versatile drummers in the area. I was very inspired by Buddy Rich. Growing up in the 80’s when the more drums you had the better was the style; Buddy Rich could do much more with just a 4-piece kit. So I began to study music, not just reading it but by hearing it and being pulled into its influence at a very young age. Traveling in the 80's and 90’s gave me a chance to open up for a lot of popular rock groups. From the mid 90’s to present I have been focusing on God’s Music, recording and playing with Southern Gospel and Christian Rock bands.
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Nite Owl
Genre: Classic Rock and Blues
Band Members: Jim Bennett, Willie 'Snookie' Denton, Tim Evans, Rodney Skinner
Nite Owl is a relatively new band (formed spring '07) that can rock the club/bar/party/festival/etc. with 4 1/2 hours of classic rock & blues covers from the 50's to the 80's (newer material is in the works) including Hendrix, Stones, Allman Brothers, Van Halen, CS&N (and sometimes Y, haha), Joe Walsh, Buddy Guy, Cream, CCR, Stevie Ray Vaughan, etc. and promises not to play "Mustang Sally" or "Brown Eyed Girl" unless someone requests it and no one else protests. :) They also have some originals in the same vein, and highly danceable & rocked-out improvised jams that don't noodle aimlessly in C for 20 minutes. All of their material is family-friendly. Nite Owl is seeking gigs all over eastern North Carolina from the Triangle (maybe the Triad) to the Coast & Roanoke Rapids to Lumberton for now, maybe farther in the future. They're terrific now, and they're gonna be the best party/cover band in NC before long.
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Stone Age Romeos
Genre: Top 40/Dance/Rock (Cover Band)
Band Members: Jeff Castelloe, Brett Wiggins, John Dineen, Marc Stephens
Critically acclaimed cover band Stone Age Romeos sizzle the stage with one of the most diverse set lists in the eastern U.S. Based out of the melting pot of Raleigh, NC these seasoned musicians are exposed to music spanning four decades. Bodies are in motion even before the booty-shaking grooves rumble your bones. Quite often a Mom and her 20 year old daughter approach the band and are amazed that both generations can enjoy the show. How many bands go from Elvis to Snoop Dogg to Chili Peppers to Justin Timberlake and then sprinkle in a little Kenny Chesney to mix it up?
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Joceifus Rifle
Genre: Rock
Band Members: Matty Russo, Matthew Bergenn, Jimmy Frisella, Bo Faulkner, Ellis Ramey
Joceifus Rifle's song-driven rock was first introduced to an eager Raleigh crowd in December 2003. From that first show, the band has continued to tour building a strong fan base in their home state of North Carolina. Fronted by former Athens, GA music veteran Matty Russo (Mishap, Zuko), the quartet mixes acoustic and electric guitars, piano, and mandolin along with a tight rhythm section to deliver meaningful, concise rock songs. The soulful vocal harmonies created by Russo and Matthew Bergenn (lead guitar, piano, mandolin) give their songs an upbeat vibe and accent melodies that you'll find yourself singing along to for days after a show. Along with an already busy tour schedule, Joceifus Rifle currently resides as the "House Band" for Raleigh Radio Station "100.7 The River." Over the past four years the band has played hundreds of shows, released two EP's, a DVD, a live CD, and a full length CD.
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Bombadil
Genre: Bombi-Pop
Band Members: Daniel Michalak, John Michalak, Stuart Robinson, Bryan Rahija, James Phillips
"With a sound all their own and a stage show to match, Bombadil is one of the freshest bands to emerge in a long time. Formed by Bryan Rahija, Stuart Robinson, and native Wilsonian brothers John and Daniel Michalak, the group began in Bolivia, where Daniel and Bryan met. Their experiences in the region lit a creative spark, leading the two to write songs incorporating international instruments and styles. After injecting their own instincts based in Piedmont blues, psychedelic rock, and Robinson's background in classical piano, the group composed a batch of songs that range from straightforward rock to raucous marches. Though their imaginations carry them far and wide, ultimately, the focus of Bombadil will always be the songwriting--with the endearing character of their songs letting the band carry a room whether there are fifty instruments on stage or just a single guitar and voice."
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The Ambassadors
Genre: Southern Gospel
Band Members: Tony Castleberry, Jerry Winstead, Junior Winstead, Jim Simpson
The Ambassadors have shared the Lord’s message through Southern Gospel Music in many churches, auditoriums, campgrounds, and gospel singing halls since 1973. With the guidance of the Lord, this ministry would like to make this year the biggest and best yet. The bottom line is to see a seed planted, a life changed, and a soul saved by the Lord. The Ambassadors proclaim eternal salvation through the shed blood of our risen Lord, Jesus Christ! We have a brand new project now available. “Behold The King”! Come by the table and pick one up, stay and chat a while, we’d love to see you!
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Highway 17 Band
Genre: Beach, Blues, R & B
Band Members: Ward Parker, Mike Ezzell, Dusty Ward, Gary Roberts, Jeff Fisher, Bo Allens, Alex Almasey, Jerry Ward
Formed in 2006, The Highway 17 Band provides R & B, Beach, Classic Rock, Oldies and Country music for your entertainment pleasure....just a good ol' party band.With over a 100 years of entertainment experience, the Highway 17 Band is available for clubs,private affairs,corporate functions,festivals or anywhere you might need live entertainment.Every member of Highway 17 is a true professional.Three of the members were among the line-up for the very first Beach Music Festival,one member has played professionally in the Chicago area,while others have been involved in several studio sessions and hold the likes of a CAMMY Award to their name. Please visit www.highway17band.com there you can read each member's bio and have all access to booking,mp3's and videos of Highway 17.And just remember ... "Shag 'til it Hurts, then Shag Some More !"
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Git Lit
Genre: Jam Band, Southern Rock, Bluegrass
Band Members: Brandon Bunn: Guitar, Banjo, Vocals; Dewayne Alford: Bass; Jonathan Hose: Drums; Terry Robinson: Guitar, Vocals
Git Lit is a smooth mix between Southern Rock, Funk, Newgrass and Blues, with a shot of Jam Band squeezed in the middle.
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Chris Chappell
Genre: Pop, Acoustic, Folk Rock
Band Members: Chris Chappell, Singer/Songwriter
Chris grew up in Nashville, North Carolina, listening to his dad's country and his uncle's rock 'n' roll. He taught himself how to play the guitar. He started writing in his teens and has recorded a few acoustic tracks that can be heard on his MySpace page. He is returning to the studio soon to record new tracks and put together an album. Look for new music soon!!! He is also working on forming a band.
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