The Chillers
The Chillers are an authentic rock & roll garage surf/band from the shores of New Jersey. The band's style of music is called "New Jersey Surf" which is a hybird of surf, blues, rock & roll and garage. The band consists of Mike Brajer (guitar & vocals), Wally Van Treek (bass & vocals) and Mike Hars (drums & vocals). The Chillers have over 100 original compositions to their credit that includes close to four dozen surf & hot rod numbers.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
We started playing together in the late 1980's as a quartet. Then we were down to trio. For much of the 90's we played a mixture of originals and covers. Then in 2004 The Chillers released Indigo Surf and it recieved international airplay in many markets. We started playing more songs with a surf style mixed in with our rock & roll.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We love to play live in the tri-state area NJ, NY & PA. We have a blast doing it . Several moments include when our drummer used to knock over his drum set after our set and anytime we play we try to make it special.
Your musical influences
The Who, The Ventures, Dick Dale, The Smithereens, The Sonics
What equipment do you use?
Mike Brajer - Fender Custom Shop Stratocasters. Bad Cat & Tony Bruno Amps.
Wally Van Treek - Fender Custom Shop Basses- Jazz & Precision. Mesa Boogie & Ampeg Amps.
Mike Hars - Ludwig Drums & Zildjian Cymbals.
Anything else?
Just plug in & play.
