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In a slight departure from the
regular theatre reviews normally seen here, we began the year 2010 by
reviewing a new symphony orchestra - the
Glendale Philharmonic. So, it is
fitting that we close the year with another detour. This time we
covered a blues band that played in a bowling alley, a not too traditional
venue for a band. But this is Eagle Rock and those who know the
little suburb have learned that this eclectic village houses some
non-traditional happenings at times.
The Other Mules is far
from your average garage band of hopeful teen-agers looking to get signed. |
- Grant Cilar - Kingfish - Todd Szabo - Kevin Merrill
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These guys are all seasoned pros
who've been there and done that, not once - not twice - but several times
around the block. Front man "Kingfish" has played with many groups
in the US and all over Europe, and the rest of the group has similar
credentials.
Their sound is right out of
the delta; hard core straight up blues with no gimmicks or stunts.
Guitarists Grant Cilar and Kevin Merrill bounce the lead and chords back
and forth between them effortlessly while drummer Todd Szabo nails a solid
rhythm in the background. Ever hear a gravel truck rolling downhill?
You will when bassist and lead vocalist Kingfish belts out some of the
traditional numbers with a voice that can overpower most instruments at
any volume, but can come down to a melancholy tone when called for.
From Muddy Waters to Robert Johnson and everything in between, the group
takes ownership of the music with authority and confidence sounding more
like Bourbon Street than Sunset Strip. |
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- When the buzz about this band begins to
circulate you can bet that you will be hearing more from them all over
town. If you want to hear some of their work check their website
and if you "friend" them they will let you know where they will be
playing.
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- Not many groups can boast of commissioning
art work that symbolizes the band but The Other Mules
have their own painting. Anthony Guyon has created an oil on
canvass work which is available for purchase by contacting the group.
Click here to visit the Other Mules website.
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- Artist, Anthony Guyon
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| The All Star Lanes in
Eagle Rock will be presenting more musical groups on Sundays and for those
who want to snack there is a restaurant, bar and of course pool and
bowling. For more information about the All Star Lanes,
click here. |
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