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| Comprised of three core members, Eric Low on drums, James Dumm and Jonathan “Skippy” Huvard both on guitar, the band includes a constantly rotating list of guest stars. Serving up sweaty barrels of rock and roll across the entire genre, The Fox Street Allstars get people off of barstools and on the dance floor! Originating from varied musical backgrounds, the trio became masters of adaptability. Says Eric, “We can play a country blues honky-tonk show, a 10 piece funk extravaganza or a melt your face off guitar rock-a-thon!” Skippy brings the Dirty Southern Blues feel, Eric adds a funky energetic New Orleans approach and guitar monster James is a human jukebox. With the ability to play virtually the entire rock and roll encyclopedia, the Fox Street Allstars choose tunes that suit their strengths and fit their sound “We didn’t want to do middle of the road songs that you hear every band play,” explains James. They also shoot to play structured songs as opposed to opening the door to endless jams and 20 minute guitar solos. A typical set might include tunes by Dr. John, Wilson Picket, Gram Parsons and Fats Domino along with original songs as well. The Fox Street Allstars show a passionate dedication to the classics. “We try to get as close to the authentic sound first, before we start messing with it. We’re not gonna take a rock song and turn it into bluegrass," explains James. Reiterates Eric, “There is nothing more annoying than a band butchering a good song by cutting corners.” In 2007 longtime collaborators and Colorado natives, James and Eric began kicking around the idea of a band with a rotating lineup. “The original concept was to pick a bunch of covers we liked and tailor the set to whoever we played with,” explains James. At the same time, Skippy, originally from Houston, began spending his free time hanging out and jamming with acquaintances James and Eric. Continues James, “Once Eric and I started playing with Skippy there was a real connection and that’s when we made it a real band.” An extraordinary element of The Fox Street Allstars is that of mystery. You just never know who might turn up on stage. In order to fill out their rhythm section, the first element they seek to add is a bass, often picked up by Dave Solzberg. “He’s played so many different songs with so many different groups that it’s great to have his perspective,” says James. Another common partner in crime is Josh Fairman of Kinetix and depending on the potential audience, the band looks to add horns, keyboards, or a female vocalist. Guest singer Vanessa Simmons packs a big punch for Fox Street fans and the band always looks forward to her energy. “I have been exposed, played with and learned from some of Denver’s finest musicians,” says Skippy. Enthusiastic crowds regularly siege Fox Street Allstars’ shows. “My favorite thing about playing in this band is how fun all the shows are and how fun it is to play with James, Skippy, and company,” says Eric. Bringing this vibe to the audience is a collective goal for the band. Explains Skippy, “I strive to make people feel as if they are a part of the show, a piece of the action, not just watching a concert. I want the audience to escape from the worries and pressures of life and to set themselves free of all burden; to reach a point of pure joy and elation, and to dance their asses off.” The Fox Street All Stars Are: Eric Low- Drums Jonathan "Skippy" Huvard- Vocals, Guitar James Dumm- Vocals, Guitar Also Featuring: Bill McKay (Leftover Salmon) - Keyboards, Vocals Dave Solzberg - Bass Vanessa Simmons - Vocals Josh Fairman (Kinetix) - Bass, Afro Eric Blumenfeld (Kinetix) - Keyboards, Vocals Alex Baker - Baritone Saxophone William Hollowfield - Tenor Saxophone The Fox Street All Stars have shared the stage with Stanton Moore of Galactic, John Medeski of Medeski, Martin + Wood, Robert Randolph and The Family Band, Marc Ford formerly of The Black Crowes and Ben Harper's Innocent Criminals, Andy Hess formerly of Gov't Mule, Jazz guitarist extraordinaire Will Bernard, as well as members of Colorado's Leftover Salmon, Kinetix, Yo, Flaco!, and Filthy Children. |
| Up Coming Concert |
UPCOMING SHOWS ( view all )
Aug 14 2010 12:00P
Infinity Park - MINI Takes The States Festival 2010 Denver, CO
Aug 14 2010 6:00P
Private Event - Fox Street Acoustic Duo with Skippy and James Boulder, CO
Aug 26 2010 9:00P
Samana Lounge Vail, CO
Aug 27 2010 9:00P
Meade Street Station - Fox Street Acoustic Duo w/ Skippy & James Denver, CO
Aug 29 2010 11:00P
Pete’s Monkey Bar - POST GOODBYE BLACK CROWES Denver, Colorado , US
Sep 3 2010 5:30P
Stoney's - GRAND OPENING Denver, CO
Sep 5 2010 10:00P
Casselman's Denver, CO
Sep 25 2010 4:30P
Denver Oktoberfest - 21st & Larimer OUTDOOR STAGE Denver, CO
Sep 25 2010 9:00P
Herb's Jazz & Blues Denver, CO
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| Band Members |
ERIC LOW - drums
JONATHAN HUVARD - vocals, guitar
JAMES DUMM - vocals guitar
DAVE SOLZBERG - bass
BILL McKAY - keys, vocals |
| Favorite Bands |
| AC/DC, Albert King, Allen Toussaint, The Allman Brothers, Aretha Franklin, Atlanta Rhythm Section, B.B. King, The Band, The Beatles, The Black Crowes, Bob Dylan, Bobby Byrd, Canned Heat, Chris Robinson, Clarence Carter, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Delaney & Bonnie, Derek & The Dominoes, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, The Doors, Dr. John, The Dramatics, Eric Clapton, The Faces, Fats Dominoe, The Flying Burrito Brothers, Foghat, Free, Galactic, Gov't Mule, Gram Parsons, The Greatful Dead, The Greyboy Allstars, Howard Tate, Humble Pie, Ike & Tina Turner, James Brown, Jean Knight, Jeff Beck, Joe Cocker, John Lennon, John Patton, John Scofield, King Curtis, Led Zeppelin, Little Feat, The Mar-Keys, The Meters, The Mighty Hannible, Miles Davis, Muddy Waters, Parliament, Prince, The Pyramids, Ray Charles, Robert Walter, The Rolling Stones, Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, The Staple Singers, Taj Mahal, The Who, Wilson Pickett, and much more! Image Hosted by ImageShack.us |
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