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Sonic Sledge

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{} Layout made by ♣R3BEL LUCK♣ .linkback_topleft { position: absolute; top: 0px; left: 0px; } .r{} Sonic Sledge is a band that came together out of the desire of three guys to become one unit and jam their music as well as some of their favorite cover tunes. Starting in the late 90s, the band had made it through a few personnel changes and a big musical change. Staying true to the power trio concept, the band has meticulously picked songs which are both popular and stayed within the playability of three musicians wanting to pull it off to the best of their ability to move the audience from their seats to their feet. With this philosophy we continue to strive for great performance in addition to working up requested songs from the fans who come out to see us nearly every performance. We currently perform rock-n-roll that spans over 5 decades featuring artists from Jimi Hendrix to Seether.
On the LEFT handed guitar, shredding the rhythms and leads is Mike Ward. Mike is relentless in his desire to bring the absolute best show for the fans of rock-n-roll. He studied guitar for four years at the University of Rio Grande. His 6 years experience transcends those talents and abilities of most of his peers of the same experience. His invaluable work ethic makes him the musician he is today. Fans of Sledge had already enjoyed his jams as a special guest with the band for nearly a year before joining the group. His relationship with the band made him a lock to take over the reigns of the six-string.
Being welcomed back into the group is the phenomenal Larry Roush. Larry brings his experience and dedication back to Sledge. As you may know from Larry's first stint with Sonic Sledge, his guitar work is nothing short of mind-blowing. His ability to mesmerize a crowd with his fretwork and the humbleness of his character is the ultimate compliment to the music he plays and to the band. Larry has rejoined Sledge as a guitarist, but you might find him jamming on the bass until we find a full time member to stroke the four string! Don't fret, because Larry makes that bass sing just as well!
Plucking the four stringed thing is the rhythm monster Tim "Red Dog" Moore. Red Dog is solid on the bass with the ability to jam the music and actually add and enhance the rhythm section with his talent and skills. The experience he brings to Sledge can only be equaled by the openness to play any song out there. He also brings a level of energy that is infectious through the band and crowd alike.
Rounding out the group is the multi-talented B.J. Rocchi. Simply known as Beej, he has the heartbeat of a drummer and the soul of a vocalist. Beej began singing out of necessity when Sonic Sledge originally formed in the late 90s with their original music while contributing his lyrics to the original bluesy sound of the band.
At this time, Sonic Sledge would like to give major props and thanks to Joey & Lusher, our support crew, who are there working tirelessly loading/unloading equipment, setting up/tearing down as much as they possibly can. We couldn't do it without them!! We have to send huge love and thanks to our family, friends and fans who have sacrificed their time to support our passion for music and entertainment! Thank you ALL so so much for your continued inspiration! We appreciate each and every one of you!

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Member Since: 09/03/2006
Band Members: Lead & Rhythm Guitar & Backup Vocals: Mike Ward
Lead & Rhythm Guitar & Backup Vocals: Larry Roush
Bass Guitar & Backup Vocals: Tim "Red Dog" Moore
Drums & Lead Vocals: B.J. "Beej" Rocchi
Influences: Where do we start? All the classics like Jimi Hendrix, Steppenwolf & Zeppelin. Everybody that rocked the 80s, Crue, Metallica, AC/DC & Uncle Ted, Kiss....and totally diggin the Black Label, Tool, Disturbed, Staind. Damn....way too many names to list on one free page, but some of these are our faves!!!
Sounds Like: NO FRILLS, STRAIGHT FOWARD ROCK BABY!!!! THATS ALL THERE IS TO SAY!
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

Dave's American Grill CANCELLED

Hey gang, we regrettably have to inform you that Dave's American Grill had to cancel our gig this coming Friday due to entertainment budget constraints. They said they would give us a call or email as...
Posted by on Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:34:00 GMT

December band of the month on WV Local Music Scene interview

Sunday, December 02, 2007 DECEMBER *SONIC SLEDGE* DECEMBERCurrent mood: excited1.HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN PLAYING?Beej: Not to willingly show my age, but over 25 years. I like to think I started REAL ...
Posted by on Mon, 14 Jan 2008 12:39:00 GMT

Thank you fans and Courtside Bar-n-Grill

    We want to take the opportunity to thank everyone that came out to jam with us @ Courtside Bar-n-Grill on the 16th of February.  We had a great time partying and talking with e...
Posted by on Sat, 17 Feb 2007 07:27:00 GMT

New Year's Eve

We want to take this time to thank everyone who came out to see us jam on New Year's Eve at Hogg Haven. It felt great to get back out and rock everyone again. We had an awesome crowd in there ready...
Posted by on Fri, 05 Jan 2007 00:56:00 GMT

Can ya hear it?

    Just seeing if any of ya'll are payin attention, cause there's some music playin in the distance.   That music is true blood rock-n-roll comin to ya live.  We are Sonic Sl...
Posted by on Fri, 17 Nov 2006 19:45:00 GMT

Thanks to everyone!!!!

Just a short note to thank everyone for their awesome support.  We truly couldn't do what we do without the support of our family and friends that come out to see us anytime they possibly can.&nb...
Posted by on Sun, 09 Jul 2006 08:33:00 GMT

Charlie Daniels Show!!

Hello everyone!!!  Man whatta show last night at the Kanauga Drive In!!!  We can't tell ya what a privilege and honor it was to be selected to open for the legendary Charlie Daniels.  T...
Posted by on Sun, 25 Jun 2006 09:11:00 GMT

On the Radio!!!!

Just wanna send out great big ole thanks to Lori & Kristin @ Day Dreams & Night Things for having us up for their live remote with WAMX 106.3.  We loved partying with Robin Wilds and John...
Posted by on Mon, 22 May 2006 20:34:00 GMT

Thanks to everyone that has had us out playing this past week!!!

Hey everyone!!! We just want to send out some major thanks to some people who have enabled us to put on our shows!!  In the past 9 days, we've played 4 gigs.  On April 27th, we played for th...
Posted by on Sat, 06 May 2006 22:51:00 GMT

New to MySpace!!!!

Hello everyone!!!!  and welcome to the BRAND NEW blog site for Sonic Sledge!  Here's a brief(as possible) bio of the band.  We're a power trio originally formed in the late 90s purely a...
Posted by on Thu, 09 Mar 2006 19:00:00 GMT