Looking to Hire a Country Band...

KBaxter · 10-20-2009, 10:18 AM

I haven't had any luck finding a country band for a party that I am having.

I am throwing a surprise 80th birthday party for my Pap Pap.

He used to be in a country band... and I know it would be perfect for his party.

I have a list of his favorite songs and I was going to see if they could learn them, if they already don't know them......

Does anyone have any suggestions? I'd also like to hear them play before I hire them.

It is for May 2010.

I have already contacted one band... and it seems like a no go.

Thanks in Advanced!!!!!

*belvak* ^(Premo) · 10-20-2009, 11:18 AM

There's a bluegrass festival this weekend. Though it's billed as bluegrass, I'm sure most of the bands could/would play country too. You should be able to get in touch with some of those bands about playing, or at least get some possible contacts. Good Luck!

October 24, 2009

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On Saturday October 24, 2009, there will be a Bluegrass music show to raise funds for the first ever Hospice House in St. Mary’s County. Presented and coordinated by Jay Armsworthy, the “Bluegrass for Hospice” will be held at the Flat Iron Farm on Flat Iron Road in Great Mills, Maryland with many local Bluegrass bands providing entertainment beginning at Noon.

The festivities will kick off at 7:00 am with an Arts & Crafts Fair. Then at Noon the Bluegrass will begin with some of Southern Maryland’s finest Bluegrass bands (not in this order) David Norris, Recent Addition, Jack Tippett Band, Zekiah Swamp Cats, Bubby Abell & Spoon Creek, Jay Armsworthy & Eastern Tradition, Joey Tippett & the California Ramblers, and Charlie Thompson & Bottom County Bluegrass. There will also be a Guest Star Appearance by Rounder Recording Artist Danny Paisley & the Southern Grass from Pennsylvania for one show only. Sound for the event will be provided by Troy Jones.

OldHillcrestGuy · 10-20-2009, 12:40 PM

There's a country band in St Marys called The Wanderer's, they have a big following, they are a older band proably in there forties and fifties, and would proably know the songs he likes. Someone on here may know how to contact them. You mentioned you wanted to hear them play, the Hughesville Vol Fire Dept is having a dance at the Mechcanicsville Vol Fire Dept. in Febuary and they will be performing there.

*mattvivslivesou* ^(Premo) · 10-26-2009, 10:14 AM

I am not sure what budget you are working with. I don't know any country specific bands, but my 2 suggestions are:

Most of the MD Bars & Music Venues work with a booking company called Starleigh Entertainment. .: Starleigh Entertainment, The Live Music Booking Agency in Baltimore Maryland for Rock Bands, Wedding Bands, DJs and more :.

Another option is too look at MD Party and find a country band by directly contacting a band. Maryland Party - Entertainment, Performers, Nightclubs, and more!

kom526 · 10-26-2009, 10:17 AM

Country Memories.

They play all the old country music, Conway Twitty, Hank Sr., Patsy Cline etc. I'll dig up their website for you.

Country Memories Band Home Page on MarylandParty.com

7 Nov 09 @ St. Mary's Fairgrounds is their next local show.

*FireBrand* ^(Premo) · 10-26-2009, 07:42 PM

From what country

Dupontster · 10-26-2009, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by kom526

Country Memories.

They play all the old country music, Conway Twitty, Hank Sr., Patsy Cline etc. I'll dig up their website for you.

Country Memories Band Home Page on MarylandParty.com

7 Nov 09 @ St. Mary's Fairgrounds is their next local show.

I am not personally familiar with this band but with Kenny Wathen and Eddie Finch involved, they must be good...Kenny used to play with Louis Knott...Well you know what I mean....Play music...Eddie Finch has been involved with music his whole life...

kom526 · 10-27-2009, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Dupontster

I am not personally familiar with this band but with Kenny Wathen and Eddie Finch involved, they must be good...Kenny used to play with Louis Knott...Well you know what I mean....Play music...Eddie Finch has been involved with music his whole life...

If you had come to the Blessing like your brothers then you would be familiar with their music.

They played on Sunday afternoon and were a big hit with the few people I asked.

Dupontster · 10-27-2009, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by kom526

If you had come to the Blessing like your brothers then you would be familiar with their music.

They played on Sunday afternoon and were a big hit with the few people I asked.

The courts don't allow more than 2 of us at a single event....

kom526 · 10-27-2009, 11:49 AM

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The courts don't allow more than 2 of us at a single event....

10-20-2009, 10:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
KBaxter Photographer Member Since: Sep 2008 Location: The 'Dorf Posts: 96	Looking to Hire a Country Band... I haven't had any luck finding a country band for a party that I am having. I am throwing a surprise 80th birthday party for my Pap Pap. He used to be in a country band... and I know it would be perfect for his party. I have a list of his favorite songs and I was going to see if they could learn them, if they already don't know them...... Does anyone have any suggestions? I'd also like to hear them play before I hire them. It is for May 2010. I have already contacted one band... and it seems like a no go. Thanks in Advanced!!!!! __________________ http://www.facebook.com/kristiebaxter
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OldHillcrestGuy Registered User Member Since: Mar 2005 Location: Charlotte Hall Posts: 4,686	There's a country band in St Marys called The Wanderer's, they have a big following, they are a older band proably in there forties and fifties, and would proably know the songs he likes. Someone on here may know how to contact them. You mentioned you wanted to hear them play, the Hughesville Vol Fire Dept is having a dance at the Mechcanicsville Vol Fire Dept. in Febuary and they will be performing there.
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10-26-2009, 10:14 AM	#4 (permalink)
mattvivslivesou ^(Premo) www.meerkatsound.com Member Since: Jan 2008 Location: Southern MD Posts: 618	I am not sure what budget you are working with. I don't know any country specific bands, but my 2 suggestions are: Most of the MD Bars & Music Venues work with a booking company called Starleigh Entertainment. .: Starleigh Entertainment, The Live Music Booking Agency in Baltimore Maryland for Rock Bands, Wedding Bands, DJs and more :. Another option is too look at MD Party and find a country band by directly contacting a band. Maryland Party - Entertainment, Performers, Nightclubs, and more! __________________ Meerkat Sound, we are your premier source for live Sound Reinforcement in Southern Maryland. www.meerkatsound.com
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10-26-2009, 10:17 AM	#5 (permalink)
kom526 Return of flatbelly Member Since: Oct 2004 Location: Beyond the OB stakes Posts: 8,531 Blog Entries: 1	Country Memories. They play all the old country music, Conway Twitty, Hank Sr., Patsy Cline etc. I'll dig up their website for you. Country Memories Band Home Page on MarylandParty.com 7 Nov 09 @ St. Mary's Fairgrounds is their next local show. __________________ Wrinkles only go where the smiles have been. Last edited by kom526 : 10-26-2009 at 10:22 AM.
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