Mike "Thumper" Columbo - Lead Vocals, Harmonica, Drums & Percussion
Ben Girnus - Guitars, Vocals
Karp - Bass, Vocals
Michael "Waldo" Wald - Guitars, Vocals
Influences
Rolling Stones, Beatles, Creedence Clreawater Revival, Johnny Cash, Big Head Todd & the Monsters, The Grateful Dead, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Allman Brothers, Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Blues Brothers, ELVIS, Bob Marley, Phish, Willie Nelson, Tom Petty, Beastie Boys, Buckcherry, Ramones, Pink Floyd, Animals, Bob Dylan, AC/DC, Talking Heads, Violent Femmes, Black Sabbath, ZZ Top, John Melloncamp, Bob Seger, Jet, Santana, Eagles, Rod Stewert & Faces, Parliment, Galactic, The Black Crowes, Van Morrison, The Doors, etc...
After many years of friendship and musical companionship, four aspiring musicians from different bands and backgrounds of music
bonded to form The Muddsharks. The Members of the band reflect high energy, that
consists of various styles and unique sound that is driven by a loyal fan base.
As far as music, The Muddsharks currently cover a wide variety of songs from
the 1960's to popular tunes of today. Be it rhythm & blues, classic &
current rock, funk, reggae, and country, The Muddsharks cover it all. The reaction
and requests from the audience is of great importance in regards to the material
they perform.
Since March 2005, the band has made tremendous strides set by their demand
to please their audience. This past year ('06), they were recognized as the 1 voted
band on www.nwilive.com. These aspiring professionals work hard to maintain
the raw energy of youthful rock and roll while remaining sensitive to the overall
experience of their audience. Sound quality, dynamics, harmonies, and intonation
are primary concerns. They also keep their stage show energetic with an attitude
of genuine concern for each other, their fans, and for the success of the venues
in which they perform. Their greatest enjoyment is bringing people together
in a spirit of fun, frolic, laughter, song and dance. Primarily playing clubs,
The Muddsharks have also played many private parties, weddings, benefits, festivals
and bars with many more events to come in the future. If you are looking for
sheer energy on stage with a repertoire unique in its own, then The Muddsharks
are what you've been missing. Come check out why everyone keeps coming back for more. We look forward to seeing you soon.
FOR BOOKINGS CONTACT MIKE AT 219-614-6507 OR 77drums@sbcglobal.net
To watch Live Indie Rock Wars on your computer click below: www. cdpulse. tv
Help support Mindefect while they compete in the Live Indie Rock Wars April 25th and (hopefully) 26th as they battle 19 other bands for a $50,000 recording and marketing contract! The performance will be webcast on your computer, or go to Budde’s (on E. Main st.
in Galesburg) and catch it on the big screen!! Remember, your vote counts!!