Hotbox is one of the hottest acts in the midwest. Hotbox is not just another band. No one can match their energy and abilities as artists, entertainers and performers. Visit Hotbox online at www.wearehotbox.com
Hotbox was voted and named, "Best Band" for the Southwest Missouri/Northern Arkansas region in the 2008 Go Magazine Music Awards. The new album, Local and Trusted was also nominated as Album of the Year.
Their latest recording, Local and Trusted, displays the deep talents of each member of the band. Produced by Lou Whitney (of the Skeletons and producer of the James Brown library of recordings), this collection displays the writing skills of the band with several originals and their renditions of covers that are sure to entertain. Well received with unheralded praise, the CD is already receiving radio airplay. This album was nominated for album of the year at the Go Music Awards in 2008. You can purchase individual songs or the entire album by using the SNOCAP option on this page or the Soundclick option at our homepage, www.wearehotbox.com
Hotbox is a collaboration of some of the finest talents in the region. With the burn of soul and a drive to entertain, Hotbox traveled across the Midwest in 2007 playing 211 dates in their first year of existence. Unmatched showmanship, audience interaction and unparalleled talent keep audiences asking for more. Hotbox have played events such as: The The Freedom Festival, Taste of Springfield, The Summer Sizzle Festival, The Sertoma Annual Chili Cook Off, Jingle the Blues Away,Rock N Ribs, headlined Mayfest, Headlined the Full Moon Festival, Headling Octoberfest, Headlining the Lee's Summit Blues and Jazz Festival, opened for Walter Trout, opened for Watermelon Slim and the Workers, opened for Pauline York and played numerous venues across the country.
Virtuoso guitarist Robert Scrivener blisters audiences with his limitless talent and abilities. Seen as one of the area's finest young guitarists
Saxophonist and vocalist Rick "cool poppa" Shortt defies the cliche saxophonist and plays like a man possessed with passion and soul. His vocals strike with sincerity and intensity.
Robert Smith cements the band with hip swaying bass. Hailing from San Diego, California, Robert has played with many of the best bands in Southern California. His steady groove and raw funk is the perfect fit for Hotbox.
Steve Graham glues the band together with a beat so tight that light could never find it's way through it. His vocal abilities reincarnate Johnny Cash and excite audiences. Once of the Karltons, Steve brings great persona and experience to Hotbox
Together, Hotbox provides audiences with showmanship unmatched most anywhere. Simply put, this is a show not to miss.
