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Johnny 9 and the Racers
Ska / Reggae / Pop Punk

We rock so hard so you don't have to.



Cheshire, Connecticut
United States

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Last Login:  7/8/2009
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   Johnny 9 and the Racers: General Info
Member Since10/12/2004
Band Websitemyspace.com/johnny9andtheracers
Band MembersDave-Guitar & Vocals
Steve-Bass
Billy-Drums
Sam-Tenor Sax
Sherman-Trombone
Jeff-Trumpet

InfluencesWhat doesn't influence us... but a few are Descendents, Toots and the Maytals, Reel Big Fish, The Specials, Rx Bandits, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, and The Wiggles.
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Record Labelmyspace.com/WhichWayRecords
Type of LabelIndie


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Jul 28 2009 7:00P
Billy Baloneys- Rude Zombie, Johnny 9, and The Screw-Ups Danbury, Connecticut
Aug 21 2009 8:00P
El N Gee- Senior Discount New London, Connecticut

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   About Johnny 9 and the Racers


Billy, Jeff, Dave, Sherman, Sam, Steve

Our Story
Most bands of today seem boring and depressing, as if their puppies were run over. Johnny 9 and the Racers is different; playing live shows filled with enough energy to convert the saddest of concert goers into fans. By word of mouth and constant self-promotion, one of the hardest working bands in Connecticut has managed to get air play on college and corporate radio. In summer of 2006, the band also pushed their way into the national “Bodog Battle of the Bands.” Because of the overwhelmingly good response by voters on the Bodog website, the band was invited to play the semifinals in New York City. With all the shows and attention they have been receiving in the passed few months, many are blown away to find out the band is achieving all this themselves.

They have developed a strong following of dedicated fans by mixing the upbeat ska rhythms of The Specials and the pop/punk edge of The Descendents with catchy pop hooks in the vein of Elvis Costello. The band released their Easier Said Than Done EP which sold over 100 copies in its first week from show and mail order sales alone, as well as scoring a substantial amount of radio play on dozens of East Coast college radio stations. The music/interactive web CD titled Underground Sounds soon followed in 2006. The CD's limited pressing quickly sold out after just two shows.

Johnny 9 and the Racers has played with numerous local and nationally touring acts all around the state. Fans of all musical tastes are won over by the band's charisma and energy on stage, so much so in fact that they were voted by TopsInAmerica.com as one of the “Top 10 bands to see Live in Connecticut.” There’s not a night that you won’t see the band giving their absolute all for an audience of any size.

In 2006, the band stepped into the studio to record their first full length album titled Open Up Your Ears. The eight hour days of nonstop work produced 8 songs of high energy ska/rock/pop. In regards to the new CD, CTSka.com stated, "Johnny 9 and the Racers' newest release, Open Up Your Ears, is sure to turn plenty of heads as it has already turned mine. With excellent musicality, professional recording quality, and an energy exclusively J9, I can't see them not making a huge splash with this 8-track creation.” The album is selling exceptionally well, after only a few months the album is already on its second pressing. Songs from the album have been played on corporate radio (a hard task for a young band that manages and promotes themselves) and the college stations can’t seem to get enough of it.

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Jun 19 2009 2:20 PM

Hey there, thanks for the add! Kickin' tunes, by the way. =) We hope you're digging our music; come back and visit us again real soon!

~WITJ?
Warped Speed Records





Jun 18 2009 12:49 AM

Thanks for the add.  We'd love to include one of your songs on our next compilation CD if you are interested.  We'll be in touch with more details as they come together.
Auditory





Jun 18 2009 9:38 PM

Dope shiet, hollar
Sounds Like Spring





Jun 23 2009 12:11 PM

Yo dudes! I really enjoyed the curry last night.
The Morning Paper





Jun 13 2009 6:42 AM

you guys were incredible tonight, i'm so glad we got to play another show with all of you. it needs to happen again soon! and thanks again for the cd =]

-much love, chris-
Music Portal Dot Com





May 29 2009 12:08 PM

Thanks a lot for the add!! Best, Internet Music Media
The Duppies





May 29 2009 2:43 AM

hey J9, mind if I use your site as a platform for my own agenda? well...

TRADITIONAL SKA band the DUPPIES are playing CAFE 9 in NEW HAVEN on JUNE 16th.

for other dates on our Northeast tour, check our myspace.
Turbo 350





May 29 2009 12:47 AM

It goes without saying but of course....


Dave





May 26 2009 6:40 PM

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Trumbull Animal Group





May 17 2009 5:42 PM

hey thanks for the support!
Nook





May 16 2009 5:02 PM

Really enjoyed your set last night guys!
WantSigned.com





May 14 2009 6:50 PM

Hey guys, has anyone told you how much you rock lately? :D

Anyways, one of the labels on our website is releasing a compilation CD of bands that rock, and I'd like you guys to have the opportunity to be included in it. (Ya just need to upload some songs.)

I know it's been a while since you signed up, so if ya have any trouble logging in, just let me know.

-Brian
Marie Kimmey





May 11 2009 4:02 AM

hi!!
Hub City Stompers





May 7 2009 1:25 AM

We are happy and proud to announce that
The Hub City Stompers'
new full length CD
"Ska Ska Black Sheep"
featuring 6 brand new tunes and 6 wicked dubs and versions of HCS classics is
IN STOCK NOW and available exclusively through Stubborn Records.
It's been a long time coming, but this really fun ska-punk-hardcore-dub-reggae record is now ready to be unleashed upon the world!

Hub City Stompers
Ska Ska Black Sheep CD
(click here to order now)

performance-amsoil





May 6 2009 6:28 PM

just stopping by to say hello
Annylicious





Apr 29 2009 8:11 PM

Love the songs!!! Keep rocking!!!!!!! :)
The Morning Paper





Apr 29 2009 12:43 AM

okay, sounds good.
probably unnecessary to say, we all really hope you can make it
The Morning Paper





Apr 28 2009 12:37 AM

are you guys playing the june 12th show?

please say yes please say yes
Diffuz





Apr 24 2009 1:12 PM

tnx for the add)
Booking for Free Addiction, (may-september)





Apr 14 2009 9:36 PM

pick it up! pick it up!
Paula May





Apr 9 2009 12:34 AM

same here, a little tired but we'll be done recording friday and then it's time for a vacation :)
7 Dollar Ticket





Apr 8 2009 2:06 AM

Thanks so much, I really appreciate it.
Paula May





Apr 7 2009 11:54 PM

thanks for the add, hows everything going?
7 Dollar Ticket





Apr 7 2009 10:52 PM

Hey, I'm going on tour this summer and was wondering if you could possibly help me book a show in your area. Such as venues or clubs in your area. Just trying to get it all set up now.

Thanks so much,
-7 Dollar Ticket
Griffin





Apr 7 2009 10:08 PM

no the one on the side where it shows everyone.. and it's jeff not you, sorry
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