Waycross is the distinct vocal and instrumental blend of Ted Moxley and Ben Stennis.Ted Moxley was born and raised in Oklahoma City, OK, where he drew much of his early musical influence from artists such as Don Williams, Tom T. Hall, and The Highway Men. Ted began singing in talent shows when he was 15 years old and at age eighteen he picked up the guitar and found his own unique sound through the writing of original lyrics and music. "I knew that I wanted to be a singer but it wasnt until after I wrote that first song that I felt like music was my true calling."
After high school Ted enlisted into the United States Air Force where, in his off duty time, he focused on perfecting his craft and honing his performance skills. Ted played the local bar scene to packed houses and even got the honor of performing for thousands of his fellow troops during a tour in Saudi Arabia. When his service ended, Ted relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada where he played his music anywhere from coffee houses and book stores to casino lounges and bars. It was after this time in Las Vegas that Ted realized his dreams were in Music City, so he saved up enough money, and in December 1999 made the move to Nashville.Born in Longview, Texas and raised in Augusta, Georgia, Ben Stennis fell in love with country music at an early age but didnt realize that being a singer/songwriter was his hearts desire until his freshman year of college. "I borrowed one of my buddies guitars, got a guitar chord book, and sat for hours watching CMT and GAC learning how to play my favorite country songs."
Within four months of picking up the guitar Ben began writing songs and started a guitar/banjo harmony group with a couple friends. For the next four years they toured the college bar circuit playing their brand of country, bluegrass, and southern rock.After graduating from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management, Ben made the move to Nashville. "I knew that my dreams were here and that the only way I could become a better singer/songwriter was to immerse myself in the music scene and learn from the best."Ted and Ben met in May 2000 at a Douglas Corner Cafe writer's showcase in which both artists were performing. After hearing each other perform, they combined writing styles and soon discovered the rich blend and unique sound their voices made when brought together. "Waycross possesses the perfect combination of raw talent and determination. With tight vocal harmonies and the knack for exploring ideas within their songs, these guys will be around for a long time," says producer Jim Bickerstaff (Widespread Panic, Jupiter Coyote)
Since forming Waycross, they have been building their song catalog and fine-tuning their vocal and live performance while playing at various clubs and venues in Nashville. "Their songs are honest and real. When you hear these guys play live they sound just as good as they do on tape," says Matt Lindsey (publisher- Matt Lindsey Music).Waycross's music reflects not only their vocal and writing ability, but also the knack for finding songs that express who they are as people and as artists. "The Lord gave us these gifts and the desire to pursue them and we hope to always uplift his name through both our music and our lifestyles. Without God we're nothing", says Waycross.
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