Survivor since May 2009:
Doctor Thomas Hildmann - voc, accordeon
Axel Rosenbauer - lap steel git
Markus Lehmann - upright b
Influences
Pee Wee King & the Golden West Cowboys, Bob Wills & the Texas Playboys, Spade Cooley, Tennessee Ernie Ford, Red Foley, Jimmy Wakely, Hank Penny, Billy Jack Wills, Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, Sons of the Pioneers, etc,
Do to the fact of constant neglecting band Doc Thomas once lost musicians, again. Maybe a new band lineup will soon be announced by him. 'till then: THANX - And keep it swingin'!
"Ticklin' The Strings" by Sweet Hollywaiians
Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)
"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
Hey What's up Doc? Thanks for the add and Howdy to al from the gang in Arizona. Several years ago we were in a German TV feature shot here in AZ, called "All Inclusive". If anyone knows how we can get a copy, let me know!
Hey there! We are playing our last show on Thursday, so we're having a party! Don't miss your last chance to see the Vagabonds at their best. Hotel Bar, 21:30, Mariannenstr. 26 Kreuzberg. Hope to see you there! -Ms. Bean
Just stopped by to listen to your music. I wish I was in Berlin to pick and sing with you. I believe I saw where You do North to Alaska. My Uncle, Tillman Franks and Johnny wrote that song. Thanks for the good music. Derrel Franks
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