The Dead Kenny Gs

Bio:

The Dead Kenny Gs were started by Skerik and Mike Dillon in 2004. In 2005 they added keyboard freak Brian Haas. Brad Houser, bass god from Critters Buggin ,joined the band in 2006. The Dead Kenny Gs, to continue fighting injustice, cheese, and dishonesty in music, and society. "Their rapport in this setting was a bit more feverish ......... and their tone a lot more juvenile. " New York Times "Appearances aside, it was clear that the Dead Kenny G’s were the antithesis of easy listening. The musicians avoided all things smooth and connected, opting to support their sound with experimental tinkering, progressive explosions and stylistic snippets. There was no telling what path the band would journey down and when they would switch gears."- Glide magazine

Member Since:

January 03, 2006

Members:

Mike Dillon (drums, marimba, tablas, timpani, percussion, vocals) Skerik (sax, efx, keys, vocals) Brad Houser (bass, baritone saxophone)

Influences:

The Dead Kenny G’s is what happens when people are influenced by Art Ensemble of Chicago, Milt Jackson, Mike Watt, John Coltrane and DEERHOOF......

Sounds Like:

Record Label:

Crittersbuggin.com, RPF