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Gary Lewis
- Singer/Songwriter/RhythmGuitar
James Ed "Tiny" Cook
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Bobby Atkins-
- Vocals/Rhythm Guitar
Rick Carter
- Drums/Percussion
Mike Vidmar
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Gary Lewis
- Singer/Songwriter/RhythmGuitar
James Ed "Tiny" Cook
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Bobby Atkins-
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Rick Carter
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Mike Vidmar
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The General Store Band-USA
NEWS
Greetings Everyone,
I wanted all of you to know we have a new website, and would like for you to visit us. Lots of pictures, our music, and what we're up to. Give us a look and let us know how you like our new site.
From your internet browser go to: www.thegeneralstorebandusa.com
Best of luck to everyone, take care, and keep the songs coming!
Gary Lewis &
The General Store Band-USA
I wanted all of you to know we have a new website, and would like for you to visit us. Lots of pictures, our music, and what we're up to. Give us a look and let us know how you like our new site.
From your internet browser go to: www.thegeneralstorebandusa.com
Best of luck to everyone, take care, and keep the songs coming!
Gary Lewis &
The General Store Band-USA
General Store Band - USA Performs Johnny Cash
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03 Greatest Generation
11 Salute to the Hero's of the General Store Band-
10 American Immigrant
09 Angie
08 Red Haired Angel
07 One Cross, Three Nails, Forgiven
06 Back side of the Rain
05 Since I found You
04 Ed Grizzley
02 Carolina Morning
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The General Store Band-USA
"Proud to be Country!"
The General Store Band is based in Damascus, Maryland. The Bandmembers are:
Gary Lewis: Singer/Songwriter
Lead Vocalist & Rhythm Guitar
Damascus, Maryland
James (Ed) Cook: Lead Arrangements & Sound
Lead Guitar & Vocals
Harper's Ferry, West Virginia
Mike Vidmar: Bass Guitar & Vocals
Westminster, Maryland
Rick Carter: Drums & Vocals
Brunswick, Maryland
Bob Atkins: Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Frederick, Maryland
The General Store Band-USA was formed in 1999, Gary Lewis and James (Ed) Cook had previously played in a Band together in the late 1970's & early 80's, we were fortunate to pick up Mike Vidmar on Bass, Rick Carter on Drums, Bob Atkins Vocals & Rhythm Guitar, all having had quite a bit of Band experience in prior years. With this much experience going for us, the only remaining thing to do was put together and take it on the Road.
"Proud to be Country!"
The General Store Band is based in Damascus, Maryland. The Bandmembers are:
Gary Lewis: Singer/Songwriter
Lead Vocalist & Rhythm Guitar
Damascus, Maryland
James (Ed) Cook: Lead Arrangements & Sound
Lead Guitar & Vocals
Harper's Ferry, West Virginia
Mike Vidmar: Bass Guitar & Vocals
Westminster, Maryland
Rick Carter: Drums & Vocals
Brunswick, Maryland
Bob Atkins: Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Frederick, Maryland
The General Store Band-USA was formed in 1999, Gary Lewis and James (Ed) Cook had previously played in a Band together in the late 1970's & early 80's, we were fortunate to pick up Mike Vidmar on Bass, Rick Carter on Drums, Bob Atkins Vocals & Rhythm Guitar, all having had quite a bit of Band experience in prior years. With this much experience going for us, the only remaining thing to do was put together and take it on the Road.
Why this name?
Though we debated with several names before deciding, The General Store Band-USA seemed to fit us quite well. With all the different types of music we can play, be it country, rock, rockabilly, blues, instrumentals, etc., It's like walking into a General Store, where they carry most anything.
Do you play live?
Yes, we perform live at many different venue's. At American Legions, VFW's, Nightclubs, Community Fairs, Carnival's. Craft Festivals, Lion's Club Functions, Moose Clubs, Private parties, etc.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
I believe that the internet allow's many talented singer/songwriters, artists, musicians and Bands to get some exposure to the industry that they may not have been able to obtain before. There are many talented, gifted Musician that have not been heard.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
I believe it is the goal of any Artist or Band to sign with a major label. When you love playing music, you want your music to be enjoyed by others.
Your influences?
We are more interested in performing and producing our own original songs, which define who "we" are as performers. If we had to pick people or groups that may have influenced or have our feel for music, it would probably be performers like Allen Jackson, George Strait, Conway Twitty, George Jones, Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Elvis, Carl Perkins, etc. The Tradition Country music performers!
Favorite spot?
Whereever the Band is Playing on any particular day or night.
Equipment used:
Peavy Sound Systems & monitors, Fostex Mixer, Shure Mic's, Gibson, Fender, and Takimine Guitars.
Anything else...?
The General Store Band-USA has now completed our first Original 10 song CD. It is tltled: Modern Day Cowboy. If you like Country, with a little Rock, Blue's, and Ballads, we're sure you will enjoy this album. All of these songs we're written by our lead vocalist Gary Lewis, with the Lead Arrangements by Ed Cook. It is now available on our website: www.thegeneralstoreband.com. It is also available on Rhapsody, Napster, itunes, emusic. Please email us and give us your opinions.
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