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The Straight 8s
Rockabilly / Surf / Rock



HILLSBOROUGH, NORTH CAROLINA
United States

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Member Since4/3/2005
Band Websitewww.straight8s.com
Band MembersRobert Striegler - guitar
Pat McGraw - upright bass
Bernie Fox - drums

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Photos by LuckyThirteenPhotos.com 2009

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Never Return To Me
The Straight 8s have become one of the most respected purveyors of modern Rockabilly (with elements of Swing, Surf, and other precious debris), earning not only the acknowledgement of respected scenesters and the enthusiastic approval of neophytes, but also the begrudging appreciation of those grimacing loathers of all things 50's. "What's their secret?" you ask. It's their pure love of this music that gives it honesty, allowing retro elements to reconfigure into bright new constellations. It's also the capturing of that wild glint in the eyes of the first rock'n'rollers and making you swear it was their own. It's their ability to do what ten thousand of other bands do, but do it better. This disc doesn't sound tired or uninspired, but instead growls, bumps, and bites as this Rockabilly beast keeps evolving. - Rock-n-Roll Purgatory

Damn, what an album! - rockabillybabe.com


Record Labelwww.rocknrollpurgatory.com
Type of LabelIndie


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jun 6 2009 10:00P
Rockabilly BBQ @ Puckett’s Farm Equipment 10pm Charlotte, NC
Jul 11 2009 8:00P
The Crunkleton Bar w Hearts and Daggers Chapel Hill
Jul 18 2009 8:00P
Mansion 462 w/ The Pagan Hellcats Chapel Hill, NC
Aug 15 2009 9:00P
The Pinhook w/ Resist Not and Blood Red River Durham, NC
Sep 5 2009 9:00P
The Raleigh Rumble @ Slim’s Raleigh, NC
Sep 11 2009 9:00P
Darkhorse Brewery, Michigan Mashall , MI
Sep 12 2009 8:00P
Speedshifters Wheel Club’s 5th Annual ’Rumble at the Dump’ Marshall, MI

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   About The Straight 8s
Rockabilly, Neo-Rockabilly, Hillbilly, Jump Blues, Swing, Surf, blah, blah, blah ... Hell, I guess labels are a necessary evil on some level, but still ... All we really know is that we like our rock-n-roll from an era when it was still pink and raw. A couple of guys (or gals) banging out basic rhythms, playing their underpowered amps louder than they were designed to go, smackin' their instruments hard to get more, and straining their voices to be heard in a world that was desperately trying to hold it all back.

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But what's that you ask? Is it any good ???

http://psychobillydeluxe.com/ says ...
This is yet another new addition to my collection that will be played frequently for a long time. Never Return to Me starts you off with a beautiful instrumental to give you a little taste of what’s to come. Everything that follows is simply brain candy, finishing up with a few tunes that are instant classics. This album definitely is modern rockabilly at its finest. The 8’s make it obvious that their influences span a vast variety of music. Not sticking to one specific style is what I think makes this one great. The diversity from one song to another is truly impressive. I can’t wait to hear what is next out of these guys; it’s almost guaranteed to rock your socks off. Get your hands on it…
Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars


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Jun 30 2009 11:28 PM

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Hey, fellas...Erin from Delco Nightingale here! So, we're going to be at Slim's Downtown in Raleigh this Friday, July 3rd, and if y'all aren't already occupied gigging that night, we'd love to have you come out! The show starts at 11pm, and it's gonna be a rockin AND swingin good time. Don't forget your dancin shoes, and bring a girl to twirl!
All the best,
Erin, Greg, Sean and Brian
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Jun 29 2009 11:22 PM

Thanks for the add!
Have a great week
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Jun 26 2009 8:32 PM

You guys were great at the BBQ hope to see ya again soon. Maybe I have a hat that will the base player.

Hope to see ya soon
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Jun 17 2009 8:31 PM

Okay, this is super late, but...Me & the 'ol ball and chain really enjoyed the set at the BBQ!

Who would we need to talk to about booking? Would you be interested in playing a Wedding next year?

-Sonya
Ryan





Jun 14 2009 11:23 PM

First time i got to see you guys play at the bbq and you guys are f,n awsome and f,n crazy.Best show of the day!!!!!
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Jun 10 2009 1:21 PM

hi thanks for coming onto our website good to have you on board all the best dave and denise [england]
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Jun 8 2009 11:48 AM

That was one kickass show fellas. It was worth waiting all day just for a little slice of that. Cant wait to see you again!! - Valerie
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Jun 8 2009 11:51 AM

awesome show! good to see ya'll again. lemme know if you need any help with your rides.
Sarah





Jun 7 2009 7:04 AM

You guys were great at the BBQ! Keep rockin!
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Jun 7 2009 2:44 PM

Great set last night guys!
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Jun 1 2009 4:32 PM

HOWDY...

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...& BEST GREETZ FROM THE VALLEY OF THE HORSESHOE BATZZZ
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May 31 2009 1:27 PM

Y'all Sound Great!!!
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May 26 2009 2:37 AM

You guys were SICK on Sat at Locked and Loaded....see ya at the BBQ!!!!
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May 13 2009 1:57 PM

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Apr 30 2009 11:20 PM

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Apr 22 2009 6:46 PM



New 4-track EP Release on Sleazy Records.
'APEMAN BOOGIE'
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Side A:
My Heart Is Achin' For You**
Rockabilly Boogie
Side B:
Apeman Boogie
Tennessee Rock & Roll**

**featuring Ray Campi on Leadvocals

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