- East Brunswick, NJ
- Singing Guitarist
- $250 - $800
Ryan Edward Kotler is a nationally emerging and performing Americana singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose shows blend heartfelt storytelling, raw...
Overview
Deep Fried Radio helps musicians find gigs, market their services and music online and promote artists. Currently we are promoting Mary Sparks for weddings, ceremonies and other gigs that would like a hammered dulcimer player to perform.
Reviews
1 review
Andrew W.
December 23, 2010Review by Andrew W.
Suddenly Sideways is a solid show every time! I love how they play a wide variety of genres and when they played Studio One it was no exception. They can play from mellow to ragin' sometimes in the same track. The band is comprised of some great Ashvillian musicians and I'm proud to know them and have them as friends. Jesse has supported Studio One since our opening and is a strong advocate and freedom fighter for the local music scene. I'd be happy to have Suddenly Sideways play any time.
-Studio One Manager
Hired as: 1970s Era Entertainment, Blues Band, Classic Rock Band, Cover Band, Funk Band, Indie Band, Rock Band
Booking information
Price range: $200 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 15 - 240 minutes
What to expect
Suddenly Sideways plays a mix of originals and covers. Their style is a mixture of rock, blues, country, jam, psychedelic and funk.
The band has 2 experienced guitarists that trade lead and rhythm guitar duties as well as 3 different singers who trade lead vocals and share in three part harmonies.
Mary Sparks sings tunes like The Pretenders "Middle Of The Road" with Jesse and Mike taking lead vocals on cover songs like Led Zeppelin's "Down By The Seaside", ZZ Tops "Cheap Sunglasses" or a rocking version of Bob Marley's "I Shot The Sheriff".
Sometimes the band will incorporate Mary Spark's hammered dulcimer playing to create a unique jam atmosphere filled with improvisation and creativity.
Listen to all the bands tunes to get a feel for their sound.
About
Suddenly Sideways features four experienced musicians:
Brad Rogers - Bass Guitar
Mike Heinerth - Guitar / Vocals
Mary Sparks - Drums / Hammered Dulcimer / Vocals
Jesse Passwaters - Guitar / Vocals
All members met while playing in other bands and, in March 2010, they formed Suddenly Sideways.
Additional booking notes
We can bring our own PA system for an additional fee.
Services offered
Team
Jesse Passwaters
Guitar / Vocals
Mike Heinerth
Guitar / Vocals
Brad Rogers
Bass Guitar
Mary Sparks
Drums / Hammered Dulcimer
Set list
Middle Of The Road - The Pretenders
I Shot The Sheriff - Bob Marley (Eric Clapton Version)
Little Piece of my Heart - Janice Joplin
Down By The Seaside - Led Zeppelin
Cheap Sunglasses - ZZ Top
Fearless - Pink Floyd
My City Was Gone - The Pretenders
Everybody Wants You - Billy Squier
Funk 49 - James Gang
Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots - The Flaming Lips
Funky To The Bone - Freddi Henchi & The Soul Setters
Mr. Charlie - The Grateful Dead
Honkey Tonk Woman - The Rolling Stones
White Rabbit - Jefferson Airplane
A Beautiful Day - Suddenly Sideways
Gypsy Jive - Suddenly Sideways
Especial - Suddenly Sideways
Broke Down Train - Suddenly Sideways
Going Going Gone - Suddenly Sideways
All Of My Friends - Suddenly Sideways
Freaky Girl - Suddenly Sideways
Goodman - Suddenly Sideways
Star Crossed Lover - Suddenly Sideways
Goodman - Suddenly Sideways
Boxcar Joe - Suddenly Sideways
Influences and inspiration
Lez Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Pretenders, James Gang, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley, 60's and 70's rock and roll.
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