THE STRANGE TONES
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| The Strange Tonesâ fiery, unique sound and outstanding musicianship has earned the band multiple awards as âBest Contemporary Bandâ and âBest Electric Guitarâ by the Cascade Blues Association. Their previous CD âCrime-A-Billyâ received much acclaim, including reaching the Top 20 Chart in Spain for FM Blues Radio, and their... (more info)
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âIf surf guitar god Dick Dale found himself in Bogieâs Maltese Falcon film-noir underworld, and drank beer at the seedy bar with bluesmen Jimmy Reed and Magic Sam, the resulting soundtrack might be exactly what the Strange Tones purvey.â - Oregonian
Just in the nick of time, one of the Northwestâs most notorious live bands has answered the call with their new release âWeâre On Our Wayâ. The Strange Tones have emerged from their undisclosed secure location with their most entertaining collection of songs yet. 11 originals and a bonus tribute track to the late, great Paul deLay fill out this CD, which also features the legendary Curtis Salgado (harp & vocals), Jim Wallace (harp), and Mike Walker (Hammond Organ).
Rather than plundering the shrines of American music and merely imitating their heroes, these sonic crime fighters have concocted their own secret formula, a one of a one-of-a-kind style they call âCrime-A-Billyâ. The band draws upon the rich traditions of blues, rockabilly, surf, and R & B, and combines these ingredients with fresh, well-crafted song writing and dynamic performances. âThis band has a clear handle on who they are, setting them well apart from pedestrian shuffle bands and three-chord posers.â -Oregonian
The magic of this ensemble is fueled by four players who are equally compelled and driven to advance their cause. This fearsome foursome, led by the husband-and-wife team of Guitar Julie and bassist Andy Strange, and fortified by longtime partners guitarist Suburban Slim and drummer J.D. Huge, form â....one of Portlandâs most original and accomplished bands.â - Oregonian. It may be Andyâs lessons learned as bassman for legendary wildman and voodoo practitioner Screaminâ Jay Hawkins, or Guitar Julieâs steady childhood diet of Jimmy Reed and Ike and Tina Turner. It could be J.D.âs deep groove from his years as a studio musician and live performer, or Slimâs intensity and creativity that consistently earn him awards. As anyone who sees The Strange Tones perform live knows, itâs much more than these four individuals....this is a BAND.
The Strange Tonesâ fiery, unique sound and outstanding musicianship has earned the band multiple awards as âBest Contemporary Bandâ and âBest Electric Guitarâ by the Cascade Blues Association. Their previous CD âCrime-A-Billyâ received much acclaim, including reaching the Top 20 Chart in Spain for FM Blues Radio, and their song âPinto Squireâ was featured on National Public Radioâs Car Talk. The Strange Tones step up to the plate with their new release. Their continued development as a dynamic band with relentless energy and exciting live shows are well captured on âWeâre On our Wayâ.
FACT SHEET
Band Name:
The Strange Tones
Musical Style:
One of a kind fiery blend of original blues, rockabill surf and vintage R&B
Hometown:
Portland, OR (USA)
Current CD:
Weâre On Our Way (2008)
Additional Works:
Crime-A-Billy (2005)
Stink bomb! (2003)
Members/Instruments:
Guitar Julie: vocals, lead guitar, and rhythm guitar
Suburban Slim: lead guitar, rhythm guitar, vocals, trumpet, and bass
J.D.Huge: drums and percussion
Andy Strange: bass, harmonica, vocals, and bottleneck guitar
Record Label:
Meteor Sonic Records
Distribution:
Burnside Distribution Corporation
For information on ordering product visit our distributorâs website at
http://www.bdcdistribution.com. Also, single units available worldwide
from www.cdbaby.com Single songs available for digital downloading from
Apple iTunes, Great Indie Music, and many more.
Awards:
2007 Inducted into Muddy Hall of Fame as Best Contemporary Blues Act
(Cascade Blues Association - CBA)
2007 Best Contemporary Blues Act (CBA)
2006 Best Contemporary Blues Act (CBA)
2006 Best Electric Guitar (CBA)
2005 Best Contemporary Blues Act (CBA)
2005 Best Electric Guitar (CBA)
2005 Bronze Telly Award for âLive at the Waterfront Blues Festivalâ video
2005 Best of the Northwest Award of Excellence for âLive at the Waterfront Blues Festivalâ video
Additional Points of Note:
⢠Crime-A-Billy has reached the Top 20 Chart in Spain for FM Blues Radio
⢠Crime-A-Billy is on the Top 100 CDâs recommended by Real Blues Magazine
⢠Song âPinto Squireâ was featured on National Public Radioâs Car Talk
⢠Wrote and recorded soundtrack for independent film âOverdrawnâ
⢠Debut CD âStink Bomb!â nominated as Best Northwest Recording (CBA)
⢠Strange Tones songs are featured on several compilations:
âBest of the Northwestâ Walla Walla Blues Society
âRock N Roll Mamasâ Rock Mama Films
âBlues in Portlandâ KMHD
âWinthrop R & B Festivalâ Volume 1 Winthrop Music Association |
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