Since 2006, Barnacle Billy & the Zebra Mussels have been the premier Rock 'n Roll outfit in thier hometown of Carbondale, Illinois. The members are a collaboration of veteran Carbondale bands: The Rum Runners, Soothsayers Jug Band, Tube Top Flop, and County Line. Featuring Pat Meyers on bass guitar and vocals, Tim Whiteford on lead guitar and vocals, Brian Plate on piano and organ, Jeremy Hudson on drums, Scott Clough on saxophone, and Jon Merz on trombone. The six piece ensemble recorded a four-track demo at Misunderstudios in Murphysboro, IL, which has received tremendous feedback from devoted fans, while simultaneously catching the attention of many new ones. The demo contains all original tracks, and has been played on Carbondale’s 91.1 FM WDBX Radio. The band has a new recording in the works that should be out this fall.
In addition to their original songs, the band also performs covers from such artists as The Band, Bob Dylan, and The Jerry Garcia Band. Whether a well-known or obscure cover, Barnacle Billy & the Zebra Mussels make the songs their own. With a tight rhythm section, smooth organ, wailing horns and soulful guitar work, the band has a rockin’ blues sound that is sure to keep you moving. The vocals of Meyers and Whiteford are also a key component to their sound and never leave a dull moment with plenty of amusing banter throughout the show. The crowd never knows what they’ll get to hear, maybe an old Buddy Holly tune or Blue Oyster Cult’s “Godzillaâ€. Be assured that whether they’re playing on the Mississippi River, in the cold of New York, or in their hometown of Carbondale, Barnacle Billy & the Zebra Mussels will rock your socks off!
Just Recently, Carbondale's Music newspaper, the Nightlife, picked Barnacle Billy & the Zebra Mussels as the best thing to hit the Carbondale music scene in 2008! Thanks Nightlife, we love you, too!For booking please contact Tim Whiteford:
Phone: (618) 924-6774
Email:
[email protected]
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