Biography
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Drawing upon a variety of genres, VINYL SOUP blends influences from Folk, Blues, Jazz, Funk, and Progressive Rock, as well as Caribbean music ranging from Mento to Reggae, combined into a robust sonic melange that refuses to be pigeon-holed. Their songs feature an enlivening sense of humor girded by a surprising emotional urgency that belies the playful nature of their lyrics. Fans of VINYL SOUP'S live performances cite the band's fearless improvisation and free-wheeling musicianship as unique strengths of their live shows.
Founding member and lead guitarist Andrew Hooker grew up in West Point, Mississippi, hometown of blues legend Howlin' Wolf. After earning a music degree in California, Hooker returned to the tradition-steeped musical environs of Nashville, Tennessee where he formed VINYL SOUP.
In December of 2003, VINYL SOUP released their debut album, entitled Chasing Yesterday. That release topped the Jazz Charts at internet music channel m3radio.com. The album also reached #19 on the Top 30 Charts, joining artists such as reggae legends as Toots and the Maytals.
After experimenting with lineup changes during the early years of the band's existence, VINYL SOUP has emerged as a quartet, featuring Wes Lloyd on bass, Aaron Faust on drums, and Justin Smith on piano and organ, with founding member Hooker on guitar. Invigorated by the potent chemistry of their new lineup, VINYL SOUP is releasing their second album, entitled Brandond and Travis on January 1, 2008. Making stops in midsize markets throughout the Spring, to be followed by furthur Summer and Fall touring. In support of Brandon and Travis, VINYL SOUP is poised to expand their growing fan base, winning new converts with their whimsical stylistic brew.
Instrumentation
Andrew Hooker - Guitar,Vocals
Wes Lloyd - Bass, Vocals
Aaron Faust - Percussion, Vocals
Justin Smith - Keyboards, Vocals
Discography
VINYL SOUP:Chasing Yesterday
featuring the radio hits! "Lightfuse", "Mr. Jello", and "In and Out of Touch"
released 2003 on Creek Slide Records
Published by Mumbly Toe Music, BMI
VINYL SOUP:Brandon and Travis
released 2008 on Creek Slide Records
Published by Mumbly Toe Music, BMI
Links
| http://www.vinylsoup.com |