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Spencer Thomas Band
Blues / R&B / Roots Music

WINNER! - ABS' HEART O' TEXAS BLUES CHALLENGE



South Austin, Texas
United States

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   Spencer Thomas Band: General Info
Member Since7/23/2006
Band WebsiteEPK at sonicbids.com/SpencerThomas
Band MembersVeteran Blues Shouter and Songwriter, Spencer Thomas has performed and recorded for over 25 years with many of the best of Austin's professional musician community. Since 2007 though, Spencer has settled in with a fairly steady line-up of legendary Austin players. Partnering with V-8 Records Producer, Michael Holt, on guitar, they are supported by Ultimate Austin Drummer, Rodney Craig (The Cobras, Angela Strehli, Lavelle White), World Class Roots Bassist, Larry Lange (The Cobras, Delbert McClinton, Doug Sahm), and Texas Tenor Saxman, Jim Trimmier (The Cobras w/ Stevie Ray, The Vanguards, Nick Curran). Spencer's 2007 Release, Voodoo Dream is available on disc or download from CDBaby.com Produced by John Inmon, eleven original Spencer Thomas songs featuring Inmon and George Rarey on guitar, Sarah Brown on Bass, Rodney Craig on Drums, Nick Connolly on keyboard, Jim Trimmier on sax, and Tonico Vanalli on percussion, and of course, Spencer Thomas on vocals. Buy the CD
SPENCER THOMAS: Voodoo Dream
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InfluencesJohnny Guitar Watson, Freddie King, Hank Ballard, Big Joe Turner, Little Richard, Ray Charles, Otis Redding, Paul Ray, Bobby Bland.
Sounds LikeA soulful juke-joint groove with a smooth blend of polish and sweat.
Record LabelV-8 Records / Julietoon Publishing
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 22 2009 8:00P
Antone’s, Austin’s Home Of The Blues Austin, Texas
Dec 5 2009 7:00P
Private Party Kyle
Jan 21 2010 8:00P
International Blues Challenge Memphis, Tennessee
Feb 3 2010 6:00P
Whole Foods Market Austin

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   About Spencer Thomas Band
A Blues Singer and Songwriter in a guitar player's town, Spencer Thomas drags his Texas Blues Band deep into soul and swamp pop territory. Like his Austin predecessor, Paul Ray & The Cobras, Thomas embraces the varied influences which have led to a distinctively Texas rhythm and soul sound. For over two decades, Thomas has stood apart from guitar-centric blues bands, recalling great vocalists like Big Joe Turner, Bobby Bland, and Otis Redding. He was named "Best White Soul Shouter" in Third Coast Music Magazine following a 2007 showcase during SXSW. That year, his first solo album, “Voodoo Dream", was named to The Texas Top Ten in The Austin Chronicle's 2007 Critic's Picks. Long time music guru of The Chronicle, Margaret Moser wrote that Thomas "does his stuff with the kind of Texas panache that should be getting raves from peers and press." A past president of The Austin Blues Society, Spencer is still involved with the group, recently winning their 2009 Heart O' Texas Blues challenge, and earning the privelege to represent the ABS in the 26th Annual International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January 2010. More info on that organization can be found at www.austinbluessociety.org and www.blues.org/ibc Spencer's first band, The Solid Senders established his lasting reputation in Austin. A favorite local bar band in the 80's, The Senders developed a cult following in Europe after Keith Ferguson (of The Fabulous Thunderbirds fame) joined their ranks. With The Big Pow Wow, Thomas hosted a weekly blues jam and introduced a generation of new musicians to the Austin scene. It was this band that allowed Spencer to broaden his repertoire to include the likes of Dyke & The Blazers, Charles Brown, and Rufus Thomas. He later teamed up with Pat Boyack, singing several tracks on the Bullseye Blues/ Rounder release, "Super Blues & Funky". The album allowed the pair to play top blues venues across the country in 1997 and 1998. For more about Spencer's life and career, go to the blog here titled: Here's My Story MySpace Layouts

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Spencer Thomas Band's Friends Comments
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Kristi

Kristi G



Nov 21 2009 11:18 PM




Thanks for being my friend!
David Watson

David Watson



Nov 19 2009 4:23 AM

Just for memories
 

Mary Lou

Mary Lou



Nov 16 2009 4:22 PM


Myspace Comments, For Everyone Comments at WishAFriend.com

Good Luck in Memphis Boss!
Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Nov 4 2009 3:52 PM

Ruby Jane and Mark O'Connor: Virtuosos of the American Fiddle: http://www.poptech.org/blog/mark_oconnor_and_ruby_jane_smith_virtuosos_of_american_fiddle

Ruby Jane Article in New York Times!!
http://mediadecoder.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/09/26/who-do-these-guys-think-they-are/
AND
Check out the new pictures and video! Let me know what you think!
Ruby Jane
MissChris

MissChris



Oct 30 2009 2:45 PM

Hey Y'all, don't forget to put on your calendar that Spencer Thomas is playing at the CONTINENTAL CLUB on NOVEMBER 8TH, for a benefit, on behalf of MICHAEL HOLT. 

3 - 7 - JOIN US...
 

Johnny Bartee

Johnny Bartee
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Oct 14 2009 2:03 AM

Always good to hear your tunes. Thanks!
King C. Curtis

King C. Curtis



Sep 30 2009 8:42 PM

Hi Bro!

Sent you a message at V-8!
Michael Holt & The Trophy 500s

Michael Holt & The Trophy 500s



Aug 24 2009 8:36 PM

I wouldn't have missed it for anything! It was great working with those guys in port arthur.
Little Ray

Little Ray



Aug 23 2009 8:53 PM

Hey Brother real kewl sessions..i think you got a good disc out of it...Me and Mike worked well together...im lookin forward to hearing it...peace and thanks for the chance  to work with you and Mike...that piano player Mark was cookin...lol
Tommie Brewster©

Tommie Brewster©



Aug 8 2009 2:16 PM

Thanks for connecting up here......
I LOVE your sounds - really really
enjoyed the Wishing Well track
especially.
love
Tommie
 

Kool Breeze~

Kool Breeze



Aug 4 2009 3:19 AM

Hey Spencer, I hope you enjoed the show last night :)  Oh man I need the Tequila song too hehe.  I hope I'm top on that list for your new CD  :)
Tommie Brewster and I are touring Texas this fall/soon?? Austin is on our list so hope to see you there!

Have a bluezifunkalicous week my friend!
Breeze~

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Big Hand Darrell & Hard Texas Blues

Big Hand Darrell & Hard Texas Blues



Jul 31 2009 1:51 PM

Hey Spencer, hope everything is well with ya. Been a while since we talked. Waitin on the cd my brother.

Big Hand Darrell,
down Houston way.
Meagan Tubb & Shady People

Meagan Tubb & Shady People



Jul 26 2009 11:24 PM

Hey thanks for having us!  Would love to do it again.

Where can I get some cowboy boots as cool as yours (I saw the steel tip!)

:-)

-Meagan
Johnny Hernandez

Johnny Hernandez



Jul 24 2009 4:22 AM

It was a pleasure listening to you at Guero's, great music!! Johnny
Joanna Ramirez

Joanna Ramirez



Jul 24 2009 12:50 AM

Thanks Spencer - had such a great night at Antone's. Look forward to seeing you and your fabulous band again soon!
Little Ray

Little Ray



Jul 18 2009 11:36 PM

Hey Brother really cool talking with ya...really lookin forward to workin on the cd...You gots some big Texas sized vocals!!!!
Lindsey

Lindsey



Jul 15 2009 7:15 PM

Great to finally see your live performance! Rock on...
Leslie

Leslie



Jul 13 2009 9:09 PM

Spencer
Loved the promo CD. The 2 songs are awesome! Can't wait til the new CD comes out.
Leslie
Famosos Don Nadie

Famosos Don Nadie



Jul 11 2009 5:57 PM

Lovin the "Tears", Mr.Thomas! Peace:)
Malavita

Malavita



Jul 8 2009 3:06 PM

hi spencer! can't wait to hear/purchase your new live cd!
hope your well!!xo
Phive Photography

Phive Photography



Jun 20 2009 6:06 PM

Thanks Spencer...your words mean a lot to me...are you coming out to Lucky Cup tonight?
Carrillo

Carrillo



Jun 20 2009 10:00 AM

Thanx for the friendship. I really appreciate it. Keep me in your loop. BestRegards.
CARRILLO
Ruby Jane

Ruby Jane



Jun 18 2009 1:39 PM

Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane.To those who don't know me, 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
Leta Dee ™

Leta Dee ™



Jun 10 2009 1:46 AM

Hey Spencer! Glad to be back on your page -- I think I shook lose of the crazies that were constantly hounding me on myspace -- so I'm good to go now. Can't wait to see you next month -- will the lovely Miss Jules be coming also?
get back loretta

get back loretta



May 31 2009 5:22 AM

we just got home from kristine's bd party. we enjoyed your set SO much. looking forward to nutty brown show in June. take care
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