Kicking off in Super 400's hometown, the tour will also feature additional stops in New York and Massachusetts before returning to Missouri for a show on Speakeasy's home turf. The Speakeasy and Super 400 summer tour will appease the masses, hungry for a taste of straightforward rock & roll. The fifteen show trek will cover eight states in just over three weeks. Those looking for two premier bands leading the resurgence will need to look no further.
Deep Blue Sun
Deep Blue Sun is a melodic blend of original keyboard-driven rock, funk, improv, and southern-fried soul. More than a "jam band", their distinctive sound comes from solid songwriting, harmonies and tasty solos that draw on a wide range of musical influences from New Orleans funk, 70s groove, jazz, classic rock to bluegrass and more. Music to move to.
http://www.myspace.com/deepbluesun
http://www.deepbluesun.com
Stop Drop and Roll can be found online at:
http://www.myspace.com/stopdropandrollband 
Modern times fashion and style are determined by fashion houses and clothing designers, the same was not true during the Renaissance. During this period of re-birth of classical learning and advances in many areas, fashion was most often dictated by the nobility. With the exception of Elizabeth I, with her grand sense of uniqueness and style, the most unique style to come from the Renaissance was a man's accessory, the codpiece. The codpiece came into existence during the Middle Ages, became popular during the reigns of the Yorkists monarchs in England, attained full prominence during the reign of Henry VIII, and disappeared during the reign of Henry's daughter, Elizabeth I. The question of why the codpiece developed, changed and evenutally disappeared can be answered fairly easily, if consideration is not given to the influence of the nobility in determining fashion and style. That the development of the codpiece was a necessity is commonly agreed upon by fashion historians.
http://www.myspace.com/electriccodpiece
The Ralph Roddenbery Band
Ralph Roddenbery
http://www.ralphroddenbery.com/
http://www.myspace.com/ralphroddenbery
The Donna Hopkins Band
If you're familiar with the Donna Hopkins Band through live performances or her 2003 debut CD, Free to Go, then you already
know she's worthy of attention. Otherwise, her Dynasonic CD release Live is a fine introduction. Hopkins is legit: She's
Alabama-bred, farm-raised in hard times. Her mom performed in rock bands in mini-skirts and go-go boots. Her grandfather's
music was a tremendous inspiration. Now in her early 40s, Hopkins has matured into a genuine triple threat as songwriter,
singer and guitarist. As a songwriter (she wrote or co-wrote all 11 tracks), Hopkins seasons swampy, Gulf Coast funkiness with
angular voicings of extended and suspended chords. Listen for examples on "In Spite of Yourself" or "Don't Ask Why." It's
classic tension-and-release with a groove, and with lyrics revealing mileage, honesty and soul. It's survival music you can
dance to. The grooves come courtesy of bassist Brian Ashley Jones and drummer Richie Jones, who are in the pocket
throughout and who also add convincing harmony and backing vocals. As a singer, Hopkins has a big, distinctive voice that
effectively communicates varied emotions. The acoustic "Everything Money Can Buy," for example, puts you on the front porch
on a summer evening, right about dinnertime. As a guitarist, Hopkins can be at turns raw and articulate. She's her own woman,
but think equal parts John Lee Hooker and Billy Gibbons, with a dash of Jimmie Vaughan and Robin Trower circa Bridge of
Sighs. The bottom line: Live sounds great, thanks to Dynasonic Mobile, and is a well-focused snapshot of an artist who has
plenty of talent and the courage to be herself.
For any questions leave a msg on five spots myspace page:
http://www.myspace.com/donnahopkinsband
Hired Gun Band
From jazz inspired melodic jams to energetic funk fusion, Under the Porch provides their listeners and concertgoers a little bit of everything. Under the Porch takes cues from an endless list of music genres, which creates an ever-changing musical environment. Their Funk, R & B, Rock & Roll mix is rounded out with soulful vocals and deep-rooted lyrics – generating a sound that all their own. They play popular and rare covers, but it’s their original material that separates them from everybody else. Michael Blair’s (vocal/guitar) unique voice works well with the band’s dynamic playing. Next to Blair, stands Gary Paulo (Saxophone), a unique and extremely versatile saxophone virtuoso. Ayinde Bryant (Bass) will make sure you are funkdafied. John Post (Keys) has recently joined UTP and has added a necessary touch to their music. In addition, Josh Abdi (Drums/Didgeridoo) and Brett Winchester (Percussion) will be providing the beats for your dancing pleasure.
http://www.myspace.com/undertheporch
RANDOM RABBIT
Random Rabbit set the bar extremely high for themselves from the very moment they formed in a small room in Decatur, Georgia in May 2005. Making their live debut only five weeks later, the Atlanta music scene was forever impacted by the Rabbit's new brand of organic electronica. Their unorthodox pairing of computers and 21st century technology with the traditional guitar/bass dynamic proved to be a successful formula for Random Rabbit, and their reputation garnered them much attention and praise around the city, even performing a small run in North Carolina.
http://www.myspace.com/1randomrabbit
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SPECIAL GUESTS
One Happy Island is an indiepop band from Boston with sloppy DIY tendencies. Chief exports include handclaps, ukulele strings, harmonicas, bittersweetly jangley ballads, furiously unfocused kazoo solos, and unashamed lo-fi recordings. It is the intention of Shannon, Rebecca, Clint, and Brad to take their songcraft and melodies to new levels of fun, fun, and fun.
The Ralph Roddenbery Band
http://www.ralphroddenbery.com/
http://www.myspace.com/ralphroddenbery
Brian Ashley Jones
Brian Ashley Jones is a soulful singer, accomplished lead guitarist, and versatile songwriter who draws from a variety of traditional music to create his own brand of Americana. Described as "Blues Grass", Jones' music is heavily influenced by the guitar driven bluegrass, blues, country, and rock that he absorbed while growing up in a musically diverse family in South Carolina. Now based in Nashville, Tennessee and endorsed by Taylor Guitars, Jones maintains an active touring schedule and performs about 150 live shows per year
http://www.myspace.com/brianashleyjones
Deep Blue Sun is a melodic blend of original keyboard-driven rock, funk, improv, and southern-fried soul. More than a "jam band", their distinctive sound comes from solid songwriting, harmonies and tasty solos that draw on a wide range of musical influences from New Orleans funk, 70s groove, jazz, classic rock to bluegrass and more. Music to move to.
Laura Reed & Deep Pocket hope to use music as a medium for positive change and reach out into the international music community with a fresh approach to performance and entertainment. Their live concerts keep the crowd dancing through the night as they slide from high-energy R&B/funk to down-tempo soul. Laura's roots as a blues/soul singer from South Africa add a global seasoning to the band's unique sound and captivating stage presence. Their conscious lyrics relate to the youngest and oldest of crowds while the music itself provides an upbeat message of inspiration and an easy excuse for everyone to start shaking their booties.
Laura Reed and Deep Pocket http://www.myspace.com/laurareedmusic
I-Tegrity
http://www.myspace.com/itegrity
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DJ Osmose - Hold'n Down the Vinyl on the Wheels of Steel
http://www.myspace.com/jb_osmose
http://www.osmosesound.net
For more info check the 5-Spot website @
http://www.fivespot-atl.com/
Free Show!
9PM
http://www.myspace.com/joemcguinness
Joseph McGuinness is an Atlanta based folk blues musician. His incredible talent for fingerpicking and slide guitar work combined with his powerful soul-filled vocals and unique overall style, make for an amazing listening experience.
Joe just finished recording his full length solo album, (which includes guest appearances by Atlanta legend Donnie McCormick (Eric Quincy Tate, Fat City Wildcats), Bassist Charlie Wooton (Charlie Wooton Project, Zydefunk, Coop Da Ville), Julea Thomerson, and guitar badass Sean Costello. Available very very soon!!
Hand Job: A Live Art Experience