THE INFLUENCES OF SLICK RANGE FROM THE PUREST OF COUNTRY TO THE HEAVIEST OF METAL. GEORGE JONES, QUEEN, ALABAMA, MOTLEY CRUE, THE BEATLES, BEER, CHARLIE PRIDE, ELVIS PRESLEY, LISA MARIE PRESLEY, GARTH BROOKS, WAYNE AND GARTH, CREEDANCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL, JOHN MELLANCAMP, JOHNNY CASH, MERLE HAGGARD, HANK WILLIAMS I & II, KINGS X, CHEAP TRICK, TIM MCGRAW, TUG MCGRAW, JACK DANIELS, DOLLY PARTON, DOLLY MADISON, JELLYFISH, JELLY ROLLS, XTC, THE ROLLING STONES, LED ZEPPELIN, TOM JONES, DEAN MARTIN, AEROSMITH, L.A. GUNS, OZZY OZBOURNE, SHARON OZBOURNE, TAMMY WYNETTE, BRIAN SETZER, ALKA SELTZER, REVEREND HORTON HEAT, THE MIAMI HEAT, BOB DYLAN, JACOB DYLAN, DWIGHT YEOKUM, LORETTA LYNN....YOU CAN PRETTY MUCH NAME ANY (GOOD) BAND OR (GOOD) INHEBRIATING PRODUCT AND SLICK ADAMS HAS BEEN INFLUENCED BY THEM...
Sounds Like
THE EAGLES MEETS CREEDANCE, MEETS ALABAMA, MEETS NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND, MEETS JOHN MELLANCAMP.... SO THEY ALL MEET YA SEE... AND THEY DRINK AND DRINK AND THEN DRINK SOME MORE... THEN THEY JAM.... AND SO NOW, USE YOUR IMAGINATION LIKE BARNEY TAUGHT YOU AND THATS WHAT SLICK ADAMS SOUNDS LIKE...RIGHT??
Guitars and banjos and mandolins, oh my! Hailing from the heart of the Heartland, Slick Adams is an American band. Their unique, laid back energy is Midwest American through and through. From the sweet strut of "Dancin' in the Rain" to the hoe down swing of "Honky Tonkin'", Slick Adams' debut release "Dues Paid" is like a sentimental ride through the small towns and wide open spaces of middle American values.
Lead Singer Troy's voice ranges from farm boy innocence to world wise country soul. Backed by first class multi-instrumentalists Chris, Len, Dan and JD along with the absolutely smokin rhythm section of drummer John and bassist Al, Slick Adams can make you sing and dance or laugh and cry.
"Dues Paid" boasts not only some great, all original songs, but also some dynamite playing along with a wide selection of musical ideas. Sweet harmonies glide over a mix of acoustic and electric guitars, banjos, mandolins and harmonica. As good as "Dues Paid" is, there is nothing like seeing this band live. Chemistry may be an overused term for bands like this, but these seven musicians no doubt have it in droves.
In the grand tradition of the Eagles, Creedence, John Mellencamp, Alabama and many others, Slick Adams is an American band aimed straight at the heart of the Heartland.
To view the Slick Adams First Love video click the play button in the screen below
To view the Slick Adams Lonely Row video click the play button in the screen below
Slick Adams lead singer Troy Smith is getting his myspace page up and running. It will be linked when it's done.
Gretchen was kind enough to start a Slick Adams myspace group for us. Get all the most up to date info and discussions about Slick Adams. We would love it if you joined up!! Slick Adams Group Page
My new record just came out this week on I-Tunes and CD Baby. I have included a video talking about the record, hope you enjoy it! Please leave us some feedback to let us know what you think! Thanks for your support.
-Ray Stephenson
PS: This album would make a great stocking stuffer ;)
We will be performing live at Daniels Den in Plano, IL. This is one of our very favorite places to play and it's a great chance to catch us at a local show. The best part of all, the show is completely FREE of charge, so join us for what should be an incredible night of Christian rock music, a night where we can practice His presence together. For more information please visit www.michaelmcclead.com or www.danielsden.org
My debut single ROLLIN' IN THE HEY just broke into the top 75 on the Music Row Breakout Chart WITH A BULLET!!!. Also I was just featured in the "Listen Up" section of COUNTRY WEEKLY!!! Visit my page and click on the Country Weekly free download button to get your copy of the debut single.
ALSO CLICK ON THE ALBUM COVER BELOW TO BUY THE CD!!!
Joel Osteen ministries present Michael McClead LIVE @ the 149th edition of the annual Olmsted County Fair in Rochester, MN. Please join us this Saturday August 1st for a special 3 hour performance from 4:30PM-7:30PM LIVE @ Rochester's very own Olmsted County Fair. For more information please visit www.olmstedcountyfair.com or www.MichaelMcClead.com
New pics, new videos and new LIVE tunes going up today! Let me know what you think! Sending some ATX (that's Austin Texas) love out to everyone. Ruby Jane
My debut single ROLLIN' IN THE HEY is currently #84 on the Music Row Breakout Chart and is poised to move into the top 75. Request it at your local radio station today. CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE ENTIRE CD AT DIGSTATION THIS WEEK ONLY FOR $4.99.
hey! just wanted to stop in let you know that I've changed my artist name to Adrian Edward but it's still me, I'm not going anywhere! lol! have a great weekend much love ~adrian edward
Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane. I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too! Ruby Jane
Hello friend. Would you please consider coming to our show on Tuesday night June 16th at the Elbo Room in Chicago, IL? It would be great to have you there and if you are able to make it, please come over and say hello. We are very excited to be playing at the Elbo Room with three other amazing artists including; The Crown and Two Chairmen, The Columbian Exposition and Saturday June. It's a 21 and up show and we'll be on stage at 9:00PM. Admission is only $7.00, so what do you think?
We will be performing at the Nitelight Cafe TONIGHT with several other artists including Garza and Joe Guerra. The Nite Light Cafe is a Christian non-profit venue that provides a positive influence in a drug-free and alcohol-free environment where people can "come as they are" to be loved and accepted unconditionally. Night Light's mission is to reach out to people and show them mercy, love, and grace.
Michael McClead LIVE w/ Joe Guerra and Garza Friday May 29, 2009 Nite Light Cafe.7009 Ogden Avenue.Berwyn, IL 7:00PM $5
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