The group High Tide was formed in 1982 by a group of musicians from the Greenville, South Carolina area. In the beginning, the main focus was the three man vocal team backed by four musicians. Early on, the group became well know for their Beach Music and ability to get people up out of their seats and moving with the music. Throughout the years as new members joined the group, the band broadened its horizons and became more diverse with a wider range of music. With the large popularity of the band, came the decision to incorporate their own original music, after extensive studio time, the results were the first High Tide release, which was a combination of original and pre-recorded songs. Sales of the release were way beyond the band’s expectations and left the fans wanting more.
The current High Tide repertoire ranges from Top 40 (Pop, rock, rap) to oldies (Funk, beach, classic rock, and R&B). High Tide has always been a road band, but for the last eight years has been a house band. A decision was made recently to go back on the road. The band specializes in Weddings, Parties, Concerts, and Clubs. In the last eight year, the band has spent $100,000 in a top notch sound system and stage instruments to give the fans top quality sound. The band has also chosen their repertoire very wisely, to specialize in such a broad spectrum of functions. People at weddings are amazed when JT and Mills sing the standard love-song ballads. High Tide’s strong points are high energy dance music, textured with Ballads, beach, and classic rock.
The Band is has just released their new Cd Versatility June 18, 2008
The current High Tide lineup:
Joseph Y Ballew – Joseph is the lastest addition to High Tide back in 1998. He is an accomplished guitarist/singer songwriter whos aggressive playing and singing always captivates his audience. Vocally, mostly singing upper register Rock, dance, and ballads. His other duties also include, front of house engineer, keyboards, programming and tech support. Joseph was a member in the following bands (Quest, Angelhart, Audio, Hot Cargo, and the Royal Scottsmen) and also performed with (Steppenwolf, Stillwater, The Monkeys, Climax, The Clovers, and Ronnie McDowell. Joseph also produced, mixed, and mastered the New High Tide Versatility in his Studio Quest Records.
Eddie Hipps – Eddie is the bass guitarist that is so talented that he received a full scholarship to the Univerisity of Berkely at age 16. His other duties also include vocals, monitor engineer, and equipment tech. Eddie has performed with Tanya Tucker, Rare Earth, Leon Russel, Percy Sledge, and Clifford Curry. Eddie has also recorded one CD with Trade Mark and the first High Tide CD.
Mills Owens – Mills is an extremely talented singer/songwriter and keyboardist. His vocal range is an impressive four octives. He captivates everyone with his incredible voice and fat keyboard tones. He also plays the trombone, bass guitar and is an accomplished song writer. His other duties include, programming and tressurer. He is the guy who keeps Joseph from spending too much money on band equipment. Mills has performed with Clifford Curry, Maurice Williams, Percy Sledge, Peabo Bryson, and Trade Mark. Mills wrote five songs on the first High Tide CD. The most notable was the High Tide original "I wanna be at the beach". It remained on top of the beach charts for a long time. The band The Fabulous Shades re-released the original High Tide hit and it looks like it is going to be big again. High Tide wants to thank The Fabulous Shades for their success in the remake of the original High Tide hit, "I wanna be at the beach."
James Tarrent – JT is the lead singer for High Tide and the last original member of the group. When JT performs, its is truly magic. He has the ability to hold a crowd in the palm of his hands. He is a proven crowd pleaser. Once you see him in action, you will never forget him. He has an extremely magnetic personality and a very strong performer. He can sing perfect renditions from Wonder World to Disco Inferno. As far as who JT has performed with, who hasn’t he played with?
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The Carolina's #1 Horn Band, Bull City Syndicate, appears at the Carolina Lounge, in Wilmington - April 2nd, and at 2001 Nightclub, in Myrtle Beach - April 3rd & 4th. Playing tunes from their own critically-acclaimed CD, and the best of Earth Wind & Fire, Tower of Power, Chicago, Blood Sweat & Tears . . . And more!
NOT the same old (yawn!) club set. Oh, you'll be able to dance, but you'll also have a great time if all you want to do is listen! Check out their originals and horn band tributes here:
What's up with High Tide, Just stopping by to say hello. Thanks for being our friend. :) Check out our latest Releases "Action Speaks Louder Than Words and The Icecream Song". Let us know what you think. We value your opinion. Thanks, MOD
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Craig Fleming comments: A band that I am quite proud of has the # 40 song on The Smokin' 45 this month as High Tide, who is based in Liberty, S.C. (about 30 minutes from my home town!), puts "Hey Cutie" on the chart! "Hey Cutie" has been getting a tremendous amount of airplay at the beach, and it was only a matter of time before it cracked The Smokin' 45! The band also decided to send "Hey Cutie" out to the DJ's via beachmusic45's promotional CD service, and it looks like it is paying off! Amazing what a little promotion will do for a song! Look for big things from this band as after taking a hiatus from a house gig they worked for 8 years, High Tide is back and ready to rock and roll! "Hey Cutie" is available on High Tide's new CD "Versatility" which is available at www. beachmusic45store. com and will also be featured on the forthcoming KHP Music compilation "Gettin' Ready For Showtime". Way to go guys!!
Well for the month Of August, we made 6 Dee Jays list in the Beach Top 20. 5 was in North Carolina and one was in Virgina Beach. We hope we get on the main Beach Top 40 in September. 100 Dee Jays report to that. That list is based on those Dee Jays list. High Tide will be performing at OD beach club in Myrtle Beach on Aug 31 and we may perform Aug 30 also. Our CD release party will be Sept 19 in Myrtle Beach also. KHP Records is also doing a Beach Compilation that will feature "Hey Cutie" and other beach artist. It will also be featured during SOS at Myrtle Beach. Things are happening very fast. We are honored that our CD is being received so well. So far, "Hey Cutie" is being played on the radio in 11 States. We want to thank Craig Fleming for all his help with our promotions of our CD and Julian Fowler for thinking that "Hey Cutie" was good enough to go on his compilation CD. We also want to thank the 6 Dee Jays for putting us on their top 20 list.
Hiya guys, and thanks for the add. I love your sound, and your vocals are incredible! When you get a chance, we'd love for you to stop by our page and give our songs a listen. Leave us a comment also, and let us know what you think. We love getting feedback from fellow musicians, and as always, strive to support all of our local bands. Take care and have a great week! Peace and Love.
High Tide is on the list to be put on the top 40 at The Surf Radio Station http://www. 949thesurf. com/ This is from voters on the website. If you love our song 'Hey Cutie', go register at The Surf and click top 40 voting. You will have to place the 40 songs in the order you think are the best. Place our song where you believe that it should be. Spread the word and get people to vote if they like the song. Don't vote because you know us. Vote for the merrit of the song. Make sure you only vote one time per person. You can vote once a week
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