"It's gonna take a lotta liquor to like her"
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Member Since: 7/19/2006
Band Website: johnfeecountry.com
Band Members:
John Fee - Guitar/Vocals
John Fee Is from Harlan Co. Kentucky located in Southeastern Kentucky.. He grew up singing in a little country church. John has been singing since he was about 5 years old. In 1998 John moved to Knoxville Tennessee to continue his music career. John has been a Returning performer by popular demand at the "Polk Sallet Festival" In his hometown of Harlan, Kentucky for the past 11 years and John looks forward to it every year. John was sent to, Nashville to record our first original song: "The more he drinks, the more he thinks". The song was released to radio on May 14, 2007.
Mike Edwards - Vocals
Born and raised in Irving, Tx, Mike Edwards is the all - purpose member of the band. Co-founder of the "Dirt Road Drifters", Lead and back-up vocals as well as Road Manager, Soundman, Booking Agent, Media Contact, Web design, advertising and who knows what else...
Ronnie Appelman - Lead Guitar/Vocals
Lead Guitarist Ronnie Appelman hails from Detroit, Michigan where he attended Michigan State University, majoring in music and playing drums in the marching band. His father is a Jazz Saxophonist that played the Detroit scene and was a strong musical influence for Ronnie. In the 80's Ronnie lived in San Francisco and was very active in the original club scene and did a lot of recording. Ronnie toured with "The Robin Miller Band" while living in the Sedona area in the 90's. Ronnies diverse guitar skills set him apart and drive the band with an experience level that most bands search for but hardly ever find!
Mike Davis - Bass
Bassist Mike Davis hails from Macon, Georgia. With strong influences from southern bands The Allman Brothers and Wet Willie that were recording there at Capricorn Records in Macon, Mike has strived to be a driving force in any rhythm section that he has worked in! Mike's performed in a diverse variety of groups from "Ronnie Speeks-A Tribute To Elvis from 1980-1985 in Pigeon Forge, TN to Southwind Band at the Rock and Country Club in Chattanooga, TN from 1989-1994 where they were the backup band for The GMC Truck True Value Hardware Country Showdown Contest for those 4 years.
Mark Aceves - Drums
Drummer Mark Aceves hails from Los Angeles, California. Mark started playing drums early in life and was a founding member of nationally touring act "The Regulators" when only 17 years old. Mark went on to tour with them for more than 10 years. Marks exceptional knowledge of the drums and his impeccable rhythm and timing combine to make the rhythm section rock while his vocals make a statement as to the experience he's attained through the years as a pro!
Recent review:
Putting the final shine on the gem-studded evening, the Dirt Road Drifters took the stage to a roar of approval. With a simulcast on America’s Freedom Broadcast Radio beaming out to overseas service personnel serving their country, the Drifters ignited the crowd with it’s own brand of country, behind the twangy vocals of Nashville recording artist John Fee.
As couples slow-danced on the verges of the audience and youthful attendees boogied in front of the stage, vocalist Mike Edwards helped lead a mix of covers and originals, while lead guitarist Ronnie Appelmon put pick to metal in front of the low-end thump of Mike Davis's bass and Mark Aceves's tight percussion.
Putting their own special spin on the mix of country and bluegrass standards on display Saturday, the quintet brewed up a tasty mix for a burgeoning crowd.
Influences: Life in general
Sounds Like: Country music in it's prime
Record Label: Clear Diamond Records
Type of Label: Indie