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Ms Mac & the Groovetones
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The Finest in Classic Rock and R&B!!!!



Texarkana, Texas
United States

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   Ms Mac & the Groovetones: General Info
Member Since10/29/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.myspace.com/msmacthegroovetones
Band MembersLaura McChristian-Bass & Lead Vocals; Ted Stone-Lead Guitar & Vocals; Sam Cavitt-Drums; Don Riddle-Rhythm Guitar & Vocals
InfluencesHeart, Fleetwood Mac, Pat Benatar, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Guns N Roses, Evanescence, INXS, Bon Jovi, Fuel, Three Doors Down, Jimmy Buffett, Steve Miller Band, Cate Brothers, Jimi Hendrix, KISS, and countless others!
Sounds LikeBarracuda-Groovetones Style
Record LabelGVM Records
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 25 2009 8:00P
Hopkins Ice House Texarkana, Arkansas
Dec 4 2009 8:00P
Docker’s Hot Springs, Arkansas
Dec 10 2009 8:00P
Fat Jack’s/ Ms Mac Unplugged Texarkana, Arkansas
Dec 11 2009 8:00P
Fat Jack’s Toys For Tots Texarkana, Arkansas
Dec 18 2009 8:00P
Dockers Hot Springs, Arkansas
Dec 19 2009 10:00P
Hangin Judge Saloon Ft Smith, Arkansas
Dec 23 2009 8:00P
Hopkins IceHouse Texarkana, Arkansas
Dec 31 2009 8:00P
Fat Jack’s New Years Eve Blast!!! Texarkana, Arkansas
Jan 29 2010 6:30P
Lee’s Catfish Texarkana, Texas
Feb 20 2010 11:00P
Hangin Judge Fort Smith, Arkansas
May 22 2010 8:00P
Private Broken Bow

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   About Ms Mac & the Groovetones
Ms. Mac and the Groovetones was born one hot summer in 2004, in an obscure little town in Southwest Arkansas, but nothing about this band is at all obscure. In fact, they are one of the most popular classic rock and R & B bands in the Four States area. Fronted by Laura “Ms Mac” McChristian, with her ability to belt out everything from sweet tender ballads to teeth-rattling hair metal and pounding out a bass line as well as anyone who has come before, is a true asset to the music scene. With a Masters Degree in Music Education from the University of Northern Colorado as hard evidence of her musical talent , she expressed the lament of many musicians with “Booking Woes in West L.A.,” an essay featured in “A Tribute to Orpheus,” an anthology of prose about music and musicians, published by Kearney Street Books in Bellingham, Washington. Ms Mac also writes articles for Texarkana's HER Magazine. ACM award-winning and Grammy-nominated Don Riddle created the true vision for the Groovetones, and is the driving force behind its continued success. “Versatility” could easily be Don’s middle name, playing acoustic and electric guitar and mastering the sound board. Don’s ability to charm the audience with his blue-eyed soul is exciting, and his experience in the industry is un-matched: performing with Mel McDaniel and most prominently, Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band. He is the heart and mind of the Groovetones. One of the most formidable figures of the Texarkana music scene is now a Groovetone. Ted Stone, leader of the popular blues band Deacon Dark and president of the Texarkana Blues Society, has taken over lead guitar responsibilities, and brings his own brand of bluesy rock to the band with astonishing six-string pyrotechnics. Ted continues to be the driving force of guitar virtuosity for the Four States Area. Drummer Kim Kirtley, formerly of local band Touché, has come out of retirement to put a whole new "Groove" into Groovetone. Though easy-going and cool on the outside, Kim's bombastic style is the driving force that gets people on their feet! It's also pretty cool to have another female in the band-how's that for estrogen rock! The band performs in various venues: The Caliente Club, Abendigo’s Restaurant, Fat Jack’s, the Courtyard Grill, The Double L Ranch, Boogie’s, Shooter’s, both Duck Horn Tavern location, and the prestigious Peabody Hotel. They are a featured artist at several festivals: StarDaze, Lum & Abner Days, Alleyfest, and the Eldorado Music Fest. They have opened for Shenandoah, the Little River Band, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, and have performed with many other national and regional acts. They also perform for private functions of any kind, and have supported organizations such as Relay for Life, CASA, and various other charities. Ms Mac and the Groovetones has performed for the Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council at Rockin' the ArtSpark, and has been featured in publications such as the Texarkana Gazette and HER magazine. Ms Mac and the Groovetones travel all the way from Austin to Little Rock, and continue to be West L.A.’s Only Rhythm & Groove Band! For T-Shirts and other Merchandise click on my shop My shop

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Psylo

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Nov 22 2009 6:24 PM

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Nov 6 2009 8:12 PM


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Oct 29 2009 10:05 PM

Thanks for the add, keep rockn'
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Oct 12 2009 1:52 AM

Thanks to our Headlining Act this year!
The Staleline Music Festival 2009
See you on Saturday, Nov. 7th!
Jawbone

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Sep 30 2009 3:40 AM

Jawbone will be at Quadrangle, downtown Texarkana, on October 10th, at 8:30 pm!

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Sep 2 2009 9:18 AM

Hey Guys,
You and your fans are welcome to get CRUNCHified this Saturday at West End! The Hawg game will be on ppv at West End and afterwards the game goers will be pouring in for a drink and to get CRUNCHed!
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Jul 30 2009 8:40 PM


 

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Jul 20 2009 7:41 PM

THANKS FOR THE ADD...


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Jul 16 2009 8:02 PM

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Jul 16 2009 12:45 PM

So. Deep SD

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Jul 12 2009 8:48 PM

Comin through to show some love. So anyways, whats new on your end? We are on iTunes now, so if you get a chance look us up. (So Deep) Also, all the ringtones are finally back up on the page so check them out! If you come thru and sign the guest book and let me know you did we will return the love. And if you are in the San Diego area, check out our upcoming shows. Check the page often for info.
Thanx for ALL the support!!!
So. Deep SD
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Jul 2 2009 3:43 PM

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Jun 20 2009 6:13 AM

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May 14 2009 4:57 PM

Check out our website - sodeeponline.com and sign up! We are still under construction but there is ALOT more to come! Also, if you are 21 and older and you live close to San Diego, come through and show support on June 27th when we do a fund raiser for The National Breast Cancer Foundation. So stop by our page and check out the FREE ringtones, sign the guest book and listen to the songs. Feel free to message us. We always reply.
Thanks for the support!
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May 13 2009 3:25 AM

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May 4 2009 8:19 PM

Hi Ms.Mac -
thanks for the add and welcome to my little space -
hope you enjoy your visits! Have a great week -
bluesy best -
Bron
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May 3 2009 2:25 PM

Wish I would have made it to the Arts Park show. Thats sounds pretty neat, I am going to have to find a way to keep in touch with the local happenings...
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May 1 2009 3:05 PM

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Apr 12 2009 6:57 PM

HAPPY EASTER.
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