Member Since: 20/02/2006
Band Website: thequeens.net/jazzabillies1.htm
Band Members: Jimmy Queen- lead guitar/horns/keyboard/drums/vocalsStarla Queen-rhythm guitar/vocalsDave Owens- upright bass/vocalsScotty Henderson- steel guitar/vocalsErinie Reed - fiddleThe Jazzabillies were formed in 2003 at Lake of the Ozarks by Jimmy & Starla Queen.
Influences: Bob Wills, Asleep at the wheel, Time Jumpers
Sounds Like: ..The jazzy western swing and country music group from the Missouri Ozarks blend their love of western swing, honkytonkin' country, blues, dixieland and jazz to create their own unique style. Listen for hot steel guitar licks, classic twin fiddles, jazz derived lead guitar, honkytonk keyboard, wailin' sax, bluesy harmonica and a complete big band horn sound including trumpets and trombone on this great cd. The rhythm section includes a drivin' upright bass with a traditional western swing rhythm guitar and the drum styles of the swing era.It's hillbilly jazz and jazzy country music. It's Western Swing or Cowboy Jazz! It's this eclectic mix of instruments and music styles that the make the Jazzabillies unique and exciting!..
Record Label: Q-tone Records
Type of Label: Indie