John Specker- fiddle, vocals, percussion.
Ida Mae Specker- fiddle, vocals.
Lila Specker- fiddle, vocals.
Influences
Glory, fame, riches, bitches and, of course, world peace.
Sounds Like
John Specker plus Specker spawn.......
"John's influence on other musicians is legendary, and he performs with an intensity that has to be seen to be believed"
"[John is] a revelation to those not on the old-time circuit, playing dark, driving and highly individual fiddle"
"On stage John stomps and screams, whispers and grins, crowds fall to his attention and he works them with professionalism and wit. Truly a wild eyed fiddlin-man from the hills of Vermont who plays early American fiddle music the way it should be played, with heart. Crazy, crazy heart"
"Specker is the Mick Jagger of the Appalachian fiddle; his performance creates the type of hysteria you see at a rock concert"
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare; Sea, country and works scent the air; A multitude of monuments, Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls; The remnants of defensive walls; Historic buildings are a gauge Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; Estuaries guarded by shields; Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees, Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, And crossed by practical delights - Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham; Football kits ad infinitum; Kept castles - one for study; Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way, It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
Founding member and former front man of John Brown’s Body Kevin Kinsella returns to Southern Cali August 1 to perform with Elijah Emmanuel and the Revelations. Come out and show some love!
A typical Kevin Kinsella set includes his new original reggae, 10 Ft. Ganja Plant music and classic JBB songs.
I've just got to say that I think your playing is awesome! I often come to your site to play along. :) You should visit Indiana (or somewhere close by!) Thanks
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
Hello Vermont!...Just letting you know I'll be playing 3 dates in your lovely state with my band this weekend. Hope you can make it.
love, Miss Tess
*Thursday, Jan. 22 @ The Hooker-Dunham Theater, Brattleboro *Friday, Jan. 23 @ Langdon St. Cafe, Montpelier *Saturday, Jan. 24 @ The Red Fox Inn, Bondsville
As gospellers have said, Beneath signalling skies, On land dusty to tread, A trough in a stable Was the strawy first-bed Of a divine baby - The forgiving Godhead.
A season for new hope - There then and here now; The yuletide of goodwill - There then and here now.
In respect of this chance, Beneath bright or dark skies, Faith’s the star that we glance Attending Christ’s churches And trying to enhance, With singing and ritual, Our God-loving stance.
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hello speckers how are you doing? I cant wait to see john at shakori hills. hopefully the whole family can make it down, and thank you for the great music!!
