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"When L.A. falls into the sea and all them pop stars drown / rock 'n' roll packs up its things and moves back to the South."
--"Let it Sing," Monsters in the Kudzu
Chris Conner's newest musical project, The South, celebrates the release of its debut Monsters in the Kudzu with a performance this week in the Vista. The music continures in the tradition of regional giants past and present like Whiskeytown, the Black Crowes and Drivin' and Cryin' by celebrating the sounds of the area through an incorporation of country, bluegrass, blues and rock. Equally telling of their sound are covers that include works by Ruan Adms, Unlce Tupelo, Wilco the Rolling Stones , the Waterboys andeven a rendition of "Effigy" by Credence Clearwater Revival.
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Hagenmeyer's country croon recalls Margo Timmins of the Cowboy Junkies, and her harmony work with Conner is reminiscent of Caitlin Cary's pairing with Adams in Whiskeytown. All told, The South represents its namesake well.
Kevin Langston - Free Times
Discography
Monsters - Prereleases Live
Monsters in the Kudzu
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Bio
Chris Conner, lead vocalist and song writer, formed the band in Lexington, South Carolina in the summer of 2004. Drawing from his experiences with the group Sourwood Honey, Conner was able to bring together five talents who all shared a certain philosophy and dedication toward their craft. The sound they have created is progressive but true to its roots.
The five member band includes drummer Jimmy Branham, bassist Trey Brown, lead-guitarist Charles Funk and vocalist Nicole Hagenmeyer.
Branham, formerly of Treadmill Trackstar, and Brown, with several studio and television preformance credits, provide a solid foundation to The South's pleasing sound. Charles Funk, once with S-Tribe, adds a brash, but smart style of guitar that contrasts well with the deep rich folk-harmonies created by Conner and Hagenmeyer.
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