Deja Voodoo 3
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The "Dejavoodoo 3" consisting of frontman CC Stewart on guitar, Ernie Terrell - bass, and Larry Chambers -drums, is an explosive power trio and vocal group out of Des Moines IA. This band features 3 of Iowa's best kept secrets in talent, as well as 3 very prominent and experienced working musicians in the Des Moines scene. They are not to be mistaken with the name "Dejavoodoo" or "Deja Voodoo". Their name is clearly "Deja Voodoo 3" They're a powerhouse trio, that centers around blues and blues rock as well as being dynamic in variety... Their playing is innovative. They are unique and stand alone. They are genuine in their talent. They love what they do and it certianly shows onstage.
The Dejavoodoo 3 came together by hosting open jams at one of Des Moines oldest bars every Sunday night... With each member of the band bringing vocals to the table...It wasnt long before their harmonies had them thinking in the same direction. If you catch them in their on element, you'll find them following in the footsteps of axeslingers SRV, Albert King, Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Sheppard, Junior Wells.
What makes this band very unique is that they often play outside their element - and well, to say the least. Hosting two open jams a week can build up quite a repetoire for any band. This band covers the spectrum if called upon. With the ability to cover Whitesnake to Johnny Cash - they're quite comfortable walking into any unknown venue. "We're a crowd pleaser." says frontman CC Stewart, "But once we got ya - that's when we hit you with our stuff! We're just now laying down our originals but we look at our covers as an artistry as well. I would say without a doubt, the Dejavoodoo 3 has a creative element in our sound. We listen to eachother and play off of eachother's moods and ideas. We might find several different ways to perform a song. Ernie may lay down a different feel, even if suttle..and Larry will compliment that everytime. It makes for magic. If I'm up their having a ball every night - imagine how much fun our crowds have!"
The Dejavoodoo 3 came together by hosting open jams at one of Des Moines oldest bars every Sunday night... With each member of the band bringing vocals to the table...It wasnt long before their harmonies had them thinking in the same direction. If you catch them in their on element, you'll find them following in the footsteps of axeslingers SRV, Albert King, Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Sheppard, Junior Wells.
What makes this band very unique is that they often play outside their element - and well, to say the least. Hosting two open jams a week can build up quite a repetoire for any band. This band covers the spectrum if called upon. With the ability to cover Whitesnake to Johnny Cash - they're quite comfortable walking into any unknown venue. "We're a crowd pleaser." says frontman CC Stewart, "But once we got ya - that's when we hit you with our stuff! We're just now laying down our originals but we look at our covers as an artistry as well. I would say without a doubt, the Dejavoodoo 3 has a creative element in our sound. We listen to eachother and play off of eachother's moods and ideas. We might find several different ways to perform a song. Ernie may lay down a different feel, even if suttle..and Larry will compliment that everytime. It makes for magic. If I'm up their having a ball every night - imagine how much fun our crowds have!"
Why this name?
Kenny Wayne Sheppard's song "Deja Voodoo".
But if you search the web - there's many bands with name "Deja Voodoo" so we wanted to be different - not just in our name but our music.
We are the The "Deja Voodoo 3" - there's only one and its not mistaken with Deja Voodoo...We've been critisized by another band named Deja Voodoo in the area. But Deja Voodoo is a trade marked name... by a New Jersey guy or something, like in 1990? ...so niether band here in Dsm technically can fight for that name so we went original.... We are The Deja Voodoo 3. The three standing for Ernie, Larry, and CC. There's only one "Deja Voodoo 3" and these three guys together ... stand alone.
But if you search the web - there's many bands with name "Deja Voodoo" so we wanted to be different - not just in our name but our music.
We are the The "Deja Voodoo 3" - there's only one and its not mistaken with Deja Voodoo...We've been critisized by another band named Deja Voodoo in the area. But Deja Voodoo is a trade marked name... by a New Jersey guy or something, like in 1990? ...so niether band here in Dsm technically can fight for that name so we went original.... We are The Deja Voodoo 3. The three standing for Ernie, Larry, and CC. There's only one "Deja Voodoo 3" and these three guys together ... stand alone.
Do you play live?
We play a ton. Our schedule is on our home website at www.dejavoodoo3.com
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
It has allowed the independents or unsigned like us, the ability to be heard. Lots of great musical minds and unknowns out there. Music has broadened so much becuase of this. Creativity and originality is the only way stars are born. Dare to be different we say...Lots of innovators have been discovered had it not been for mp3.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Its all about the numbers. As an independent - you don't need figures as say a major label deals with to be successful or to make a living.
I don't think theres a band out there that wouldnt love to see the chance to put their sound, their creativity, their innovations - out there on a national or world level. I think the thing to remember is - how much promotion is involved...Is there enough money to back it and what kind of risk is involved...The numbers/points. We'd love to have that opportunity to be that successful... For a major label willing to believe in us...and to have that many numbers of people into our music to have that kind of success....
I guess we'll worry about that bridge if we become so fortunate.
I don't think theres a band out there that wouldnt love to see the chance to put their sound, their creativity, their innovations - out there on a national or world level. I think the thing to remember is - how much promotion is involved...Is there enough money to back it and what kind of risk is involved...The numbers/points. We'd love to have that opportunity to be that successful... For a major label willing to believe in us...and to have that many numbers of people into our music to have that kind of success....
I guess we'll worry about that bridge if we become so fortunate.
Band History:
http://www.dejavoodoo3.com
Your influences?
Anybody and everybody - we love it all.
Favorite spot?
Any place where drinks are free and the people get loud. We're entertainers.
Equipment used:
Come see the show - lol.
Oh yeah - we're open to endorsements
Oh yeah - we're open to endorsements