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William Tonks
Folk Rock / Acoustic / Jam Band

A guitarist, dobroist, singer and songwriter.



ATHENS, Georgia
United States

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Last Login:  7/15/2009
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Member Since11/11/2005
Band Websiteyou're at it
Band MembersReally, I guess just me. Strumming along on the album, now finnished, are Jon Mills (bass), Crumpy Edwards (bass), John Neff (pedal steel), Eric Carter (electric guitar), and Todd Nance (percussion and vocals). Ben Holst is engineering, mostly, over at Chase Park, but some early tracks were engineered by Jorma Starratt out in the woodsy confines of Starratt Studios. It's got pictures on the front and back.
InfluencesBeatles, Stones, Who, NRBQ, Grateful Dead, REM, Bruce Springsteen, Gram Parsons, David Lindley, Roy Buchanan, Jerry Douglas, Thelonious Monk, Alice Cooper.
Sounds LikeWell, hopefully just like me. Who was it that said "if you're not doing something different in music, what's the point?" Oh, someone, I guess.
Record LabelGhostmeat
Type of LabelIndie


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   About William Tonks
Well, I've been playing guitar for about 30 years. Picked up the dobro at age 29 when Gravity Creeps crept no more. Figured out when I was 20 that I could write songs, not just learn other folks.' My bands have been (not guest-spots)
The Cutter Travis Band
Penguin Lust
Wolfgang
Gravity Creeps
The Sunspots
Redneck GReece De-lux
Marlee Macleod and the Lonesome Choir
HorseFeathers
The Hot Burritos
Barbara Cue
The Workhorses of the Entertainment/Recreational Industry
Many of the above played concurrently, and the longest running projects are the current Barbara Cue and WE/RI, though I played in De-Lux for about five years.

Barbara Cue became a really fun ride, without us really planning it. Best laid plans, and all.... Profile edited with CricketSoda's Myspace Editor

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fungus garden reverb





Jun 24 2009 3:43 PM

DEADHEADS GET READY TO PARTY HEARTY WITH FAMILY GROOVE COMPANY~ROOTSTAND~IFDAKAR,AND MORE!

Hey now! The 3Gs ('aka Grateful Garcia Gathering), is returning back to the Camp NCN Venue in beautiful Black River Falls Wisconsin July 30th though August 2nd 2009 where it all began over 6 years ago! A grateful place where Garcia fans will be gathering! It also marks the celebration of Jerry Garcia's 67th Birthday, plus the 14th Anniversary of Jerry's untimely passing. We have leased the campground venue for July 30th though August 3rd 2009 for our 6th annual music festival.

Other great music festivals have hosted at this venue such as Weedstock, Farmapalooza, Big Wu Family Reunion, Campout Roots Festival,just to name a few!



Artists included: Family Groove Company, Rootstand, Ifdakar, Boney Fingers, Baghdad SCUBA Review, Fungus Garden Reverb, Jam and the Playground Kids, In the Dark, MMC Trio, Elf Lettuce, Vinny Weible & Soul Logic, Groovitational Pull, The Reggie, Grateful Beth and the Volunteers, The Bar Tab Band, John Statz, Mr. Cab Driver, Brok'n Arrow, Greyleaf, and more Jambands to be added soon!


Our friends at Mystix Toyz will be on board at the 3G's for tons of family fun with juggling demonstrations, including juggling workshops, face painting, kids parades, plus drum circles and fire dance jams every night
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Jun 18 2009 6:51 PM


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May 21 2009 7:34 AM

Been bitn' my guitar screaming helpless, helpless, helpless ever since the friends benefit Friday! Supergroup my brother! Heather got some good pics and I got memories, a heartfelt thank you.
AudioDrop





Apr 29 2009 5:44 PM

S Factor reality update
The Minor Birds





Apr 21 2009 1:35 AM

Tuesday we will on the radio, at http://wsbf.net/?page_id=24, from 5-7pm EST. the first half hour we are to play CDs that have influenced us. From 5:30-6:30 we perform.
Earl Knox





Apr 17 2009 6:00 PM

Willy T .... see ya soon.
B
Tom Marcellis Band





Apr 8 2009 1:59 PM

Thanks for being a friend!!

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Mar 31 2009 1:25 PM

Yesterday I had 20 million things to do, so I listened to your CD at least three times thru. Oh Momma, that's the life for me, when I'm grown up that's what I want to be. I'll be coming down the street, comin' right down the middle, see you soon my brother. love and peace to my slide dog.
AStudioJ Project





Mar 30 2009 7:13 PM

Hi Friends,
Check it out... last day to vote for me in the Derek Trucks "Get What You Deserve Contest" is April 2, 2009 with a 5pm eastern time deadline to have your vote counted. Don't forget to answer the confirmation email sent to you by Indaba Music after you vote online, as you must confirm your vote.
Many Thanks for the listen and your support! Vote at the following URL: WWW.Indabamusic.com/submissions/show/5996
Many Thanks Again,
John Nobles
Fayetteville, NC
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Mar 29 2009 11:12 PM

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Mar 20 2009 6:28 PM

You guys sounded great last night at the 40 Watt. There are ducks in Memphis with Hotel rooms nicer than any I have ever stayed at. Don't throw rock candy at men in glass elevators.
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Mar 14 2009 7:49 PM

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Mar 9 2009 5:30 PM

Always a pleasure to hang with you my brother, I write a fine reveiw about your cd in my magazine Dis-honest Loon.
Have a great week!
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Feb 23 2009 9:48 PM

THANKS FOR THE ADD
Faber Optimé





Feb 15 2009 7:05 AM

Hey there,

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Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.

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Say have you checked out my web site recently?

Take care and keep in touch.

Best,
Faber.

"Just a guy trying to make the world a better place.
"

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Feb 6 2009 11:25 PM

Slidin' thru next week, would love to see you!
Olivia





Feb 6 2009 10:01 PM

ey Hey Willie T!!!
Neal Canup





Feb 6 2009 2:11 PM

Heard you live for the first time last night at the Farm. Now I'm a fan.
:)
Faber Optimé





Jan 24 2009 12:42 AM

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Jan 23 2009 4:00 PM

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Jan 22 2009 1:53 PM

Have a great weekend, safe travels my brother!
Romanenko





Jan 17 2009 12:48 PM

Woof Woof





Jan 16 2009 5:34 PM

Who’s Awesome? – You’re Awesome !!
PEACE and LOVE from WOOF WOOF

Ben Banks





Jan 13 2009 8:07 PM

Thanks for the ad! I love "Cut The Strings"!
Ben
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Dec 10 2008 5:50 PM

the three new songs sound really good.when you are in south carolina try to look up Curt Watts a really good player from Maine and friend of mine. he plays great slide very gooood!have a safe holiday.
jerry
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