KELVIN (from Natchitoches LA)
Kelvin existed from 2000 to 2005, and made an impact in the local Louisianan music scene during those years. Kelvin always prided itself on one main point: ORIG
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This is a recording of one of Kelvin's greatest songs that was one of the last 4 songs to be written by the band. This recording is a scratch take of the song with vocals.
Chilly Willie Chilly Willie
The tale of Chilly Willie with funky wah wah jamming. This recording of "Chilly Willie" is from the second studio demo from 2002. Curt Harrington recorded rhythm guitar on this version.
Majwen Majwen
An interesting mix of funky rhythms and an almost Arabian sounding breakdown.
It's You It's You
This is a quintessential Kelvin song that was always full of energy when it was played. This particular recording best captures that energy and was recorded with the infamous Korg D1200 digital recorder.
Contradiction Contradiction
This song helped define the sound of Kelvin. A mix of funky bass and rhythms and a melodic verse, topped off with a blazing 2 minute solo at the end.
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Kelvin consisted of Trevor Bates (bass), Jacob Blood (drums), Jay Melder (vocals), and Danny Wood (guitar). Kelvin existed from 2000 to 2005, and made an impact in the local Louisianan music scene during those years. Kelvin always prided itself on one main point: ORIGINALITY. This site will provide fans with rare recordings from Kelvin that have been heard by few.Have you performed in front of an audience?Kelvin had it's first gig at the Natchitoches Jazz Fest and continued to play each year for that festival. Kelvin played at various festivals, including EOS (End of Summer) Fest, NSU's Demon Fest, and LSU's Groovin' on the Grounds. Kelvin often played in Natchitoches at primarily the Pioneer Pub and the Ramada Inn, with occasional gigs at the Mariner's Cove, The Body, and The Pinnacle. Kelvin also played at Lafayette's legendary Grant Street Dancehall and they headlined The Varsity in Baton Rouge and also performed as an opening band there occasionally. They also played at various other bars, venues, and events around Baton Rouge, Layfayette, Shreveport, and Natchitoches.
Your musical influences
Too many to list from all the members of Kelvin, but here are a few random influences: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Primus and all things Les Claypool, Incubus (the Dirk Lance era), Led Zeppelin, Counting Crows, Elton John, Pinback, Cake, Beastie Boys, Pink Floyd, Metallica, Tool, Blink 182, Mr. Bungle, 311, Eric Clapton, Tom Petty, Blackalicious, Bozzio Levin Stevens, Van Morrison, Outkast, Prince's Musicology album, Chevelle, A Perfect Circle, Cee-Lo Green, Pantera, Queens of the Stone Age, 2 Skinnee J's, Average White Band, and Bootsy Collins to name a few.What equipment do you use?
Guitars: Peavey Predator, Epiphone SG, Fender Stratocaster American HSS. Guitar Amp: Crate 2x12 120watt plus 4x12 cabinet occasionally. Basses: Ibanez Soundgear 4 string, Schecter Diamond Series 4 string, Abilene 4 string. Bass Amp: Carvin stack 4x10 and 1x15. Drums: Pearl 5 piece plus all sorts of awesome cymbals and roto toms. Orange County snare. Vocals: SM-58 microphone plus Yamaha PA.
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