The Knuckle Sandwiches lived for about 18 months during 2004-05. Just a group of 4 working stiffs playing music in our spare time. We had a blast playing gigs in Manhattan and Brooklyn, and one NJ appearance at the annual Crawfish Fest in Augusta, NJ. A great time was had by all, and what we lacked in talent we made up for in enthusiasm! How would YOU like a Knuckle Sandwich?!
Steve and Andy went to LSU together, and have known each other for over 20 years. They decided to start a garage band and live out some rock star delusions. They added another LSU buddy, Will to play guitar, and Steve's work colleague Jon to play drums. The rest, as they say, is history.
We played around 2 dozen gigs during our tenure. The highlight had to be when we had the chance to play at CBGB's. So, it was the downstairs lounge, but it was still awesome. Also, we played a "Classic Album Night" at Arlene's Grocery, where we performed the entire Ramones' "Leave Home" album.
Ramones, Dash Rip Rock, The Sonics, Sex Pistols, Better Than Ezra, Bo Diddley, The Dirtbombs, The Pleasure Seekers
Steve - Lead Vocals, tambourine, cowbell, woo-hoos
Andy "A.C." Slater - Bass, vocals
Jon LaPrade - Drums, vocals
Will St.Paul - Guitar, vocals