Texas
Imagine a smorgasbord of Cab Calloway, circus sideshow, KISS, cabaret, Hee Haw and Robert Johnson served up at Andy Kaufman's bat-mitzvah. A joyous mixture of the absurd and sublime, the eight-piece ensemble gracefully blends a musical amalgam of Hokum Blues, Hillbilly Swing, Country and Hot Jazz. White Ghost Shivers is CURTAINS - Vocal, Violin, tenor banjo, lunacy. MA POPPITT - String Bass, background vox, chillin. SMOKEBREAK SLEMENDA - Vocals, lead guitar, chain smoking. CELLA BLUE - Vocals, fun havin', dancing, skirt lifting. SHORTY BORGASM - Vocals, tenor banjo, ukuleles, guitar, mandolin, kazoo, nose flute, baritone horn, tap dancing, antics. DEATHMASTER - Vocals, guitar, tenor banjo, songstress. SATURN - Clarinet, Tenor Sax, Ukuleles, Jug, The Clap, Ass Kicking.
This award winning band has been rocking the Dallas/Fort Worth music scene with it's driving progressive country sound for several years now. West of Nowhere just recently was on the Big Throwdown Tour with Toby Keith and Joe Nichols touring the United States playing major venues as opening act. Offering charismatic stage shows, dead-on musicianship, and professionalism, they bring together old and new with a genre of country, rock, blues, and swing to party away the night. Their original goal was to create a top country/variety band with an eclectic sound sure to appeal to all audiences. Now the band is looking to move to the next level in their career and is getting extensive International radio play in several countries. West of Nowhere has performed with recording artists: Darryl Worley,Gary Stewart, Blue County, Deryl Dodd, Dierks Bentley, Chely Wright, and more! Most recently opening act for Toby Keith and Joe Nichols on major U.S. Tour. Enlisting the producing talents of Jeff Sturms, currently a member of George Strait's Ace in the Hole Band, the band's debut CD is proof positive that the band is ready to evolve to the next level. While the country sound is a staple with these guys, each one brings his own unique talents to the group. Check out W. O. N. at one of their scheduled venues and you will agree this band is going places!
Wes Hayden Wes was born December 1, 1976 in Houston, Texas. He and his family spent seven years there before moving to Huntsville, Texas where he grew up. As far back as Wes can remember music has been a big part of his life. His father listened to Motown and 70's rock and his mother listened to country and gospel. Wes' experience with music has been diverse, and to this day he likes all styles. Wes' grandfather was Louis Henderson who was a songwriter and musician. George Jones recorded some of Louis' songs in the early days. However, Louis died at an early age; therefore, Wes only knew him through his music. You might say that Wes has music in his blood. When Wes was twelve his father bought him a set of drums. Wes taught himself how to play. He then learned the guitar at age fourteen and began to play in a variety of garage bands and worship bands. Wes began singing and writing songs ever since. 'I have always had encouragement from my family, friends and fans. Some years ago I was listening to an old Lefty song that Haggard recorded, 'That's the Way Love Goes', and the song blew me away, even though I have heard it many times, but for some reason this time was different. It was like a light came on and I knew then that I wanted to be a true country singer and writer. By true, I mean country music with the traditional sound.' (Wes Hayden) Wes' influences include Haggard, Jones, Keith Whitley, George Strait and Alan Jackson. Wes has played for George W. Bush and has played with popular country artists such as Deryl Dodd, Jason Allen, Ricky Calmbach, Gary P. Nunn, Gene Watson, Members from the Ace In The Hole Band and many more. 'I think my music has that traditional country sound. My goal is to write songs people can relate to, dance, sing, cry, laugh and be inspired by. I'm going to give country music a run for its money. Where ever the road leads, I know the Lord will have a hand in it; after all, He made music a part of me'. (Wes Hayden) A few years ago Wes made Austin his home. Wes' largest satisfaction is interacting with the fans and seeing their response to his songs. Wes is a true artist brought here to bless everyone who listens to his music.
Anyone who has seen or met Walter Campbell will tell you that he is just plain ole silly!! A Sacramento, California native, Walter currently resides in San Antonio, Texas. He first hit the stage in 1992 at an open mic night at a comedy club in Los Angeles, California on a dare. To his surprise and the audiences delight, Walt walked out of the club that night $100 richer. After enlisting in the Air Force in 1994, Walter began to take his natural knack for being silly, seriously. He then began to host the monthly comedy shows at Cannon Air Force Base, all the while transforming his natural abilities to his craft. Beyond his silliness, his versatility and energy mixed in with his clean and relevant comedy, enables him to reach people of all nationalities and backgrounds. His wit, animation, and charm create uncontrollable laughter and amusement in his stand up routines or as Master of Ceremonies. He has worked with and opened for national entertainers such as Sinbad twice along with Sommore, Shang Forbes, Sheryl Underwood, Bruce Bruce, Don ?DC? Curry, Carlos Mencia, Mark ?The Chinaman? Britten, EMI Gospel recording artist Lamar Campbell, legendary R&B group Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, as well as parody king Weird Al Yankovic in 2004. In 2002, Walt was the premiere host for the ?Comedy After Dark? comedy showcases in Europe, which toured United States military bases all throughout Europe. In 2001, he spent the year traveling around the world with the premiere entertainment Air Force group, Tops In Blue where Walt not only showcased his comedic skills, but also singing, dancing and magic. During his tour Walt performed over 137 shows, including a pit stop at NASCAR?s Daytona 500 in 2001. Currently, you can experience a Walter Campbell performance at The Rivercenter Comedy Club, in San Antonio, TX where he is a featured performer and audience favorite, with his straight silly parodies and hilarious outlook on life. Other special appearances include, host of the 2004 & 2005 United States Air Force World Wide Talent Competition, KBBT 98.5FM The Beat's Morning Mess Radio Show, and in his cousin's home videos from Disneyland.