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Band Fun Function Party Upstate

Our second official rehearsal resulted in zero deaths or injuries

Last night, we had our second official rehearsal and while there were some rough moments, I am happy to report that deaths and injuries were somehow avoided, and a lot of fun was had by all.

The previous song list posted is what we worked around, not adding anything new, but instead focusing on what needs the most work.

We also had a keyboard player sit in with us that was located on Craigslist. At some point, we would love to add a keys player or rhythm guitarist if we can locate the right person.

One thing is for sure, when we show up at the next practice session, we should be nailing a number of the tunes, and be closer to booking! With that being said, if you are considering hiring a band for your Upstate function or event in or after July, please give us a call, or use that booking / contact link up at the top…

Rock on party people!

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Band Fun Greenville Hot As A Pepper John M. Hoyt Music Upstate

The search is on for the best guitarists / vocalists in Greenville / Upstate!

Our ad on Craigslist has turned up a number of potential members!

We have had musicians from all around Greenville and the Upstate contacting us and checked out a few of them already but have a ways to go I believe.

I’m compiling a database of these musicians and here’s the summary so far:

  • Vocalists – 2 (Do not play instruments)
  • Guitarists – 7 (only 1 is a “lead” singer)
  • Drummers – 9 (one is a “lead” singer)
  • Keys – 3 (one is a “lead” singer)
  • Other – 11 (We’ve had sax, trumpet, flute, conga and harp players contact us!)
  • Bass – 2 (I could switch to rhythm guitar)

That list is in the order of what we need most….   So, if you are reading this, and you are a vocalist, preferably one who plays an instrument, then you are on my “most wanted” list!

If there is anyone who has emailed and I have *NOT* contacted you in someway, then please try to reach me another way, through facebook for instance (John M. Hoyt or Hot As A Pepper), in case something is being lost in email.

I promise to get back with each of you as quickly as I possibly can!

If you are not willing to commit to AT LEAST one rehearsal a week, and one weekend gig per month over the next six months and hopefully TWO weekend gigs per month with as many as FOUR over the next year, then this is likely not for you.

Thanks everyone for the support!!!!

John M. Hoyt – Searching for the best of the fun and funky players in the Upstate!