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Art Murphy and Backslider
» genre:
Rock >
Rock n Roll
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ART MURPHY
» label: unsigned
» for fans of: Aerosmith,Beatles,Paul McCartney,Nickelback,Hard Road,Bobby Curtola,Ronnie Hawkins,The Eagles
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BACKSLIDER Started in 2000 in Miramichi N.B. The group is lead by Art Murphy.Backslider has 2 CD's out called"First Gear/Rereleased,which can be purchased on line at http://www.saltwatersounds.com Thanks for stopping by and come back soon.
Why this name?
Rick Halas picked the name as going back to the 60's with the feel of the music Art writes.
Do you play live?
Yes, around New Brunswick.The group loves to perform live.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
It gives indie bands a place to be heard so of course it helps in a huge way.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Well of course if we had the chance and it was a good contract.
Band History:
For a history of the band go to http://www.Backslider4.altpro.net or for a history of musician Art Murphy go to http://www.artmurphy.zoomshare.com The original members were,Ron Morrison,Rick Halas and Jacques Poitras.
Your influences?
The Beatles,The Guess Who,Dave Clark 5,The Beach Boys,The Yardbirds,The Rolling Stones,The Doobie Brothers.
Favorite spot?
Moncton N.B.
Equipment used:
Fender guitars and amps.
Anything else...?
We would love to hear from folks and bands from around the world.We check our emails and guest books on a regular basis and we do reply.