Tommy Thunderfoot and the Accelerators

Clayton, NC

$500 within 30 miles of raleigh, nc

Travels up to 1 hours

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Overview

Blues classics and originals that keep the party moving. Over 100 years of musical history packed into a 3 pc band. From festivals all over the south to the party in your backyard, we show up and earn your attention every time.


Reviews

1 review

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Frank D.

May 11, 2025
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Brought the Party to the Party

These guys are a phenomenal Blues band that kept our cigar fest in Dunn, NC rocking. If you are looking to hire one of the best blues around, these are your guys!

Hired as: Blues Band

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Tommy Thunderfoot and the Accelerators

Frank,thank you so much for having us,you throw a heck if a party. We had so much fun and the crowd was outstanding. Loved the town,the vibe,and especially all of the people there. I can't thank you enough, what a fantastic day!

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Booking information

Price range: $500 within 30 miles of raleigh, nc

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

What to expect

Great selection of traditional blues and original music to dance to. Every performance is different, but we pride ourselves on reading the vibe in the room when necessary to adjust our song selection.

About

We provide musical entertainment with audience interaction. We are not a wedding or corporate band and do not take requests unless they are for our original material. We honor our obligations, we are on time, and give more than expected when we perform.

Additional booking notes

1 vintage tube guitar amplifier, 1 solid state bass guitar amplifier, small p.a. for small events, and led lighting for the band only. Any rooms larger than 50x50 may require more sound reinforcement. Minimum power to be 2 double outlets, GFCI is preferred, each double outlet to be on its own separate breaker. Outdoor events should be covered by a canopy, awning, or roof. The performance area should be concrete, wood, or another solid flat surface that is not dirt or grass. The minimum stage size is 12x12.

Past booked events

May 2025

10

Saturday

Festival

3:00pm - 6:00pm

Dunn, NC

May 2023

20

Saturday

The Giveback -Get Down

All-day event

Set list

Yonder Wall (Elmore James)

Influences and inspiration

Albert, Freddie, and B.B. King, T-bone Walker, Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Elmore James, John Lee Hooker, Robert Johnson, Stevie Ray Vaughn, etc

Setup requirements

TBD

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