![]() Then, we also write music in the instrumental surf sound style of Dick Dale and The Beach Boys.” ![]() I try to keep it grounded in early rockabilly sound, using similar chord progressions. Recently, he says, “I wrote about 16 original songs-some of which have rockabilly influence, some with more modern vocal harmony drawn from contemporary bands. The band chooses songs for their upbeat tempo: classic ’50s with fun-based lyrics-songs like “Be-Bop-a-Lula” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On.” Every now and again a cover of Curry’s favorite band will emerge, like The Beatles’ “I’ve Just Seen a Face.” Thanks to his prolific songwriting talent, there is no shortage of originals: a newly recorded dance tune “Jellyroll” and one of their most popular videos, “Lucy,” is a salute to TV legend Lucille Ball.Ĭurry’s song “Can’t Go Home” has the feel of a 1955 Elvis record, with the guitar-playing attributes of Scotty Moore. Baker says his days as a rock drummer leaned loud and fast, adding “With the Vinyl Stripes, we try to pay homage to the tones and techniques of the music of the ’50s and ’60s, and then imagine the progression of those styles with our originals.” Retro style drumming “is a combination of using the correct instruments to achieve the tones and an understanding of where the music came from to properly convey the feeling of the music.” New started out in a punk band and after changing instruments, he cofounded a bluegrass/folk group, which eventually led to indie rock. The trio’s individual careers are a hybrid of styles. “I like the sound from the ’50s when people were just discovering the guitar sound that they call slap-back rockabilly-in Memphis, when Elvis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and Jerry Lee Lewis were popular, during the Sun Records era.” Their band, The Vinyl Stripes, pays homage to a time when turntables, not streaming services, ruled the airwaves. This confluence of genres has steered his career, in particular, the classic rock trio he formed a few years ago with veteran Texas musicians and union members Mark Baker (drums) and Greg New (bass). Guitarist and lead singer Steve Curry of Local 72-147 (Dallas-Fort Worth, TX) has been influenced by everybody from Stevie Ray Vaughan to Jimi Hendrix-blues, ’50s rock ‘n’ roll, and Django Reinhardt and gypsy jazz. Worth, TX), Greg New (bass), Mark Baker (drums), and Steve Curry (guitar), has a retro 1950s-1960s vibe. To become a member now, visit The Vinyl Stripes of Local 72-147 (Dallas-Ft. Your membership card will be your key to participation in governing your union, keeping it responsive to your needs and enabling it to serve you better. As a member, you will determine these directions through your interest and involvement. Like the industry, the AFM is also changing and evolving, and its policies and programs will move in new directions dictated by its members. We find strength in adversity, and when the going gets tough, we get creative - all on your behalf. The AFM has a proud history of managing change rather than being victimized by it. The AFM can negotiate agreements and administer contracts, procure valuable benefits and achieve legislative goals. Experience has proven that collective activity on behalf of individuals with similar interests is the most effective way to achieve a goal. And now there are more benefits available to AFM members than ever before, including a multi-million dollar pension fund, excellent contract protection, instrument and travelers insurance, work referral programs and access to licensed booking agents to keep you working.Īs an AFM member, you are part of a membership of more than 80,000 musicians. ![]() From ragtime to rap, from the early phonograph to today's digital recordings, the AFM has been there for its members. Now is the right time to become an American Federation of Musicians member.
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