The Spikedrivers started in Feb. '03 as an acoustic trio named The Highwayneers. Our group was inspired by the success of our live performances and immediately realized a niche previously unfulfilled in the local music scene in Columbus, Ohio. A mutual friend of the band, Tim Odell, was asked to join in April so as to further diversify our sound with the addition of percussion. We began a regular act at local bars and taverns and by the summer of '03 we had opened up a more eclectic sound by adding the electric feel, but also by utilizing traditional instruments such as the banjo and mandolin. The Highwayneers name was phased out around this time and we began to call ourselves The Spikedrivers. The group has recently become a five piece with the addition of fiddle player Meagan Palmer as we continue to forge new ground musically and challenge each other as well as our audiences.
Our group was founded on being performance-based and we have always kept true to the improvisational spirit of the music. We always have our ears open for new venues to create our art, but mostly we perform at Ruby Tuesdays and Oldfields on High (in Columbus, OH).
Our influences include Lois Jordan, Woody Gutherie, Mississippi John Hurt, John Prine, Bob Dylan, Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, Hank Williams, Doc Watson, Lois Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Django Rhinehardt and way too many others to even list.
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Double Bass, Harmonica, Snare w/ brushes, Violin, Mandolin, Banjo, etc.
The Band Is:
Jesse Henry- Vocals/Guitar
Paul Goll- Lead Guitar/Mandolin/Vocals
Steven Fox- Double Bass
Tim O'Dell- Drums/ Blues Harp
Songs on the CD:
1. "All Ready"
2. "St. James Infirmery"
3. "1492"
4. "Ain't That Bad"
5. "Built For Comfort"
6. "Didn't Come for This"
Also, check out the great reviews on Garageband.com. We've got 5 Stars!
http://www.garageband.com/artist/TheSpikedrivers
