Deeply conceptual and decidedly different, Big Hairy Monster is an unusual breed. Born in the deep woods of central Georgia, the monster has scared the hell out of those that have seen it, with witnesses describing it as dark, beautiful, dangerous, and just plain silly.
Founded by veteran vocalist/keyboardist Clifford Treend and powerhouse drummer Russ Cooke in 2003, the group has evolved to include the amazing fretwork of guitarist/vocalist Foster McMullen and the funky bass lines of Eric "Hornet" Fellhauer.
Cliff Treend has been playing the keyboards since he could barely walk, and has performed on two continents billed with bands as diverse as Blue Oyster Cult, Kansas, Lillian Axe, Brand X, IQ, and Montrose.
Russ Cooke has years of experience behind the drum set, providing the heartbeat of Monster Music as well as being an in-demand gig drummer around middle Georgia
Foster McMullen also has years of performance under his belt. Not only is he the owner of Music Masters Pro Music Store in Byron, GA, but he also teaches guitar to over 70 students.
Hornet Fellhauer still hasn't filled out his bio, but he's damn good!
The result is a concoction of very unusual original songs, highly modified cover songs, and the occasional bizarre free jam. Influences range from Abba to Zappa, AC/DC to Zeppelin, and a whole lot more.
The band's first album, "View" is in final mixing/mastering stages and will be available soon.
Have you heard the monster?
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Hey, i've listen to the music you sent me several times...and all I've got to say about it is that you guys are INSANE! Cool work. I look forward to the finished CD.
Happy holidays you guys! We should do a show together sometime next year, lets try and make that happen. I really dig the artwork. Us suthurn bands like that Inkenstein!
BIG HAIRY MONSTER
Hey, hope you are doing well......i've got a busy couple of months coming up. I'm touring the UK for the first time in June with Kevin Montgomery, and then right back to New York for a show at the Lincoln Center on the 29th with the Texas Playboys.
I hear my name is originally English.........."All-sup"-meaning everyone raise their glasses and drink up!!! It took me 75 years, but i'm finally making there.
Anyway, here is a video about the tour, and with some footage from last year in Crete at Songs in the Sun-Crete--you can see it on youtube here www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWCZkbJM3rg, or by going to my myspace.
Take care, and hope to see you soon.
Tommy
Great myspace BIG HAIRY MONSTER , and a great music choice: ROCK ON!!!
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Hey There! I am sorry I haven't written in awhile, Things have been moving forward and keeping me out of trouble...For the most part!
Have a fantastic day and I wanted to let you know I appreciate our friendship and your support!
