Louis Armstrong was once asked what his favorite kind of music was, and his response was simple; “Good music”. Petunia & the Vipers’ sound may not sit comfortably in one certain genre, but “Good Music” describes it well. Hank Williams on acid… Tom Waits meets Elvis at Woody Guthrie’s Hobo junction… Avant-Country night club scene music… One of the best bands in the world today, of any kind… hillbilly-flavoured-swing inflected-ragtime-goodtime-thunderously rolling-one-of-a-kind-you-don’t-want-to-miss-this-sort-of-a-show… A new music that springboards off of music of the past and jumps into the present day, left with only echoes of the past… Something in between 1920’s and steam punk. It’s good for your mind… These are just a few of the words uttered by folks around the globe trying to pin down a description of all that is Petunia & The Vipers.
INCOGNITO is led Lead Guitarist/Vocalist Rob Montgomery and features Nadine States, Rob Montgomery, Steve Werbicki, Dave Barton and Darrell Mayes.
The Rocket Revellers play western swing, rockabilly, country and blues. Their live show is a true testament to their many talents.
Carolyn's Side of the Story...
I grew up on a dairy farm in Sicamous, BC with my Austrian father, my English mother and my Canadian brother. My father, an accomplished violinist, taught me how to play the piano when I was very young. He liked nothing better than to play duets with me for any visitors that happened by. Paying no heed to the musical tastes of the times or our guests, my father would perform for his hostages, launching into a favourite Dvorak or Chopin, poking me in the back with his bow if I appeared forgetful, shy or unenthused. Mortified, I longed for giant flames to eat the piano and my father.
Horse Opera is Roots Rock, Outlaw Country, Canadiana...but in truth, no genre can contain them - it just means they play whatever they want: rootsy Rock 'n Roll with a dash of soul, a touch of twang, a bit of blues, with punk energy and rockabilly attitude that will make you think and dance at the same time. Their original songs feature strong hooks, distinctive vocals and a twin guitar attack. Mixed in with their originals are covers by artists like Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Bob Dylan, Delbert McClinton, Johnny Burnett Trio, and even Lady Gaga.
Dixie Fried Hep Katz are an energetic rockabilly trio based in the Okanagan valley in B.C. Canada with an exciting live show full of stage presence, tricks, fresh original music as well as some classics that are sure to get you moving.
Dixie Fried Hep Katz love traveling and performing at events and shows as well as writing and recording music for their albums. This talented trio continues to impress and entertain audiences everywhere and look forward to rocking events and venues near you!