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Doc Wheat

...and I know what I came to do

About Me

Despite its alternative nature, Americana music today varies greatly from its roots. Even defining what the roots of Americana are is troublesome but if you asked the members of Doc Wheat youd probably find they all share a point of view common among those who have been involved with the genre for any length of time: the turning point was the early 1990s when a band called Uncle Tupelo unintentionally infused the punk rock they wanted to be with the laid back twang of their midwestern backgrounds. Doc Wheat is a living branch on the tree that grew from those humble roots.

As expected with such influences, Doc Wheat wields pop sensibilities with punk angst and southern gracea keen balance of their collective pasts. Singer-songwriter Todd Smith grew up in Indiana beneath the mythical shadows of John Hiatt and John Mellencamp whose roots-rock sound also overpowered the nearby Uncle Tupelo. Guitarist-songwriter Jim Davis is a product of the Philly area and the burgeoning alternative scene of the late 80s and 90s.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 1/28/2006
Band Website: docwheat.com
Band Members:


Todd Smith -- Vocals, Guitar


Jim Davis -- Guitar, Bass, Vocals


Influences: Uncle Tupelo, Son Volt, Wilco, Whiskeytown, The Jayhawks, Old 97s, Smoking Popes, Ryan Adams, Todd Snider, Daddy, Will Kimbrough, John Prine, Elvis Costello, Lou Reed, Billy Joe Shaver, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, The Replacements, Husker Du, Sugar, Neil Young, Pixies, Dinosaur Jr., Drive-By Truckers, Green Day, John Mellencamp, etc...
Sounds Like: Basically a mixed cocktail of all the influences listed above.
Type of Label: None

My Blog

New Demo

This is Todd. I normally don't do this but my wife asked me to record a demo of a song called "Geek." Thank God for Google because I couldn't figure out how to upload this stupid thing to save my li...
Posted by Doc Wheat on Sat, 14 Jul 2007 12:51:00 PST

Looking for a guitarist and drummer

We're looking for a guitarist/instrumentalist and drummer to round out the band. Responsible, drug-free and reliable musicians who can contribute are welcome. Any age or gender.Send us a line if you ...
Posted by Doc Wheat on Fri, 13 Jul 2007 11:47:00 PST

Cafe Eleven Gig

Rumor has it we're opening for Tommy Womack at the fabulous Cafe Eleven in Saint Augustine Beach on St. Patty's Day.  This will be an acoustic duo gig, playing before Tommy gives much guitar.For ...
Posted by Doc Wheat on Mon, 26 Feb 2007 01:43:00 PST

Tulsa...

We decided to turn things up a bit on this one. Let us know what you think.
Posted by Doc Wheat on Fri, 05 Jan 2007 06:50:00 PST

Radio...

We have posted up another demo written by Todd called Radio. We hope you like. We should have a few more songs up soon so keep checking back.
Posted by Doc Wheat on Sat, 09 Dec 2006 07:57:00 PST

Latest Happenings...

Todd and I have been writing, practicing and hitting the occasional open mic trying out the new songs and the new format. I have taken over guitar duties (sorry folks, I don't shred like Don B.)! I am...
Posted by Doc Wheat on Sat, 04 Nov 2006 07:55:00 PST

Summertime Plans...

We are booking shows through the state of Florida in July and August. We hope to see you out! We plan to do some recording between shows and get some new material posted soon. We have decided to star...
Posted by Doc Wheat on Sun, 28 May 2006 09:04:00 PST

New Songs, New Drummer...

Well, we are finally posting some songs for your listening pleasure! 'John the Conqueror' and 'Texas' are up and 'About Your Momma' is coming real soon. Tell us what you think. We are already planning...
Posted by Doc Wheat on Sat, 06 May 2006 09:35:00 PST

Patience...

I don't know why we thought this demo process would be any different than any other! We are still working on some tweaks to our demo so stay tuned. It is probably another 2 weeks out.
Posted by Doc Wheat on Tue, 04 Apr 2006 11:42:00 PST

In the studio...

Well technically speaking it's all new to most of you, but regardless we've been recording new material for an upcoming demo/EP. The yet-to-be-titled disc is off to a good start. We've been r...
Posted by Doc Wheat on Sun, 19 Mar 2006 03:53:00 PST