Vocals/Acoustic Guitar- Noray Gulian
Electric Guitar- Paul Bignell
Double Bass- Doghouse Dave Philpots
Fiddle-Hamish Davidson or John Kendall
In the past 50 years we have experienced more change than any other time in human history.
Technology is accelerating, values are twisting and some contemporary music is barely recognisable as such created more by machine than people.
Fortunately the appreciation of hillbilly country music has never faded.
Our recordings are simply an expression of our love for this music and admiration for those who pioneered it, most of whom have sadly moved onto Hillbilly Heaven.
Plenty of evenings are spent in Daves loungeroom studio, rehearsing, drinking, laughing working out the intricacies of the songs.
Contact Gatorbait on 0419 318138 (Dave)
Influences
Hank Williams,Johnny Horton,Johnny Cash,Faron Young,Wayne Hancock,Hank Williams 3,Webb Pierce,George Jones
Sounds Like
Stripped back country,no corny guitar riffs or vocals just real authentic country without drums the way it was originally done.
NEW CD "NOT IF BUT WHEN" OUT NOW
GATORBAIT....................................................................................
Gatorbait is best and easiest described as a real country band. Three members only: Vocals, acoustic guitar, double bass and electric guitar. Stripped down with no extras but a big authentic sound.....................
Based on the early work of Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Johnny Horton, Webb Pierce and Faron Young, Gatorbait keeps the tradition of roots based country music alive in its purest form. The three members of Gatorbait are roots music devotees who have a wealth of experience in the genre and a combined faith and knowledge in the slap back and twang of real rocking hillbilly, from a time when drums were used for parades only...................
Gatorbait was formed in 2001 and from humble beginnings has built up a steady following of loyal fans............................................................
The band has played Tamworth Country Music festival, Katherine Country Music Festival in the Northern Territory, Queenscliff Music Festival, Narooma Blues and Rockabilly festival as well as various pub and club gigs throughout Melbourne, Sydney and outlying country areas. Gatorbait can often be heard on country music radio shows throughout Melbourne and Sydney.
Gatorbait has an arsenal of original songs all based on its roots as well as lots of well-known covers..............................................................................
GATORBAIT IS-
Noray Gulian who strums the acoustic guitar and sings mightily. Former king of The Kingbillies. One of Melbournes favorite and well-known Rockabilly bands......................................................................................................
Doghouse Dave Philpots, slaps and cracks the mighty Bull Fiddle Bass as well as backing up on the vocals.A Detonator in his other job.........................
Paulie The Kid Bignell twanger and twister of the full-bodied guitar and reverb amp also a Detonator..............................................................
Bringing the Sun sound to the new millennium. Gatorbait are the most authentic sounding country rocking hillbilly band you will hear, they have honed their sound from a genuine love of the musical style.
The bands self-titled CD Gatorbait attests to the authenticity and expertise of this well seasoned trio.
Contact Dave on: 0419318138
doghousedave@bigpond.com
Gatorbait
P.O.Box 247
Braeside
Vic 3195
Our New Cd is being recorded now!!!!!!!!!
Hi Guys, WELCOME! 'BIN diggin' ya grooves on Chicken Mary RRR. 'Sa blast to have you guys on board in friendship. My "Blessings" to you all. ....Peace and Happiness Always..... Jon Royle Cape Schanck
Hey GATORBAIT How's it going? Hope all is well!! If you get time come check out our new video, and let us know what you think. Love, Peace, & ... Thanks for supporting ChickenGrease!!
Hey GATORBAIT How's it going? Hope all is well!! If you get time come check out our new video, and let us know what you think. Love, Peace, & ... Thanks for supporting ChickenGrease!!
hi guys thanks for the add..l love your sound,, seen ya at wanda jackson backup!! wow u rocked..nothing like a bit of hillbilly n country thanks melissa
Hey Gatorbait, My parents and I will be out tomorrow night at the Gem to catch you play and pick up a copy of the new album. Looking forward to it. Cheers, Jo
caught you guys at the first wanda gig at ass end wantirna you guys were great .hey was your singer into old fords about 15 years ago i remember buying parts from him as a young wippersnapper keep rocking guys hope to catch you again soon you were tight
heyy Doghouse, Paulie gave me a copy of the new album Not if but when, when we were in Melbs recently, so i have both Gator rekkids now. Both awesome albums bro. C yer soon. Snooksy
