The Recoil Special Surprise
One way to describe the sound of The Recoil Special Surprise is Power Pop meets Alternative Country. Each song has a very catchy melody, but a lot of the songwriting is majorly influenced by alt. country. There is also a hint of garage rock thrown in there.
The Recoil Special Surprise
-Rev. Brandon J. Archer : Guitar/Vocals/Organ/Banjo
-Darren James :Guitar/Piano/Vocals
-Brian Bendall : Bass/Vocals
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Stumbling through the aftermath of the destruction of Mrs. Mumbley, Rev. Brandon J. Archer found the inspiration to write and play a new music. The Rev. decided to set out on a journey to find musicians to begin a new conquest. As he walked along the lonely avenue, he came across his good friend Darren, also from the former Mrs. Mumbley. With guitar in hand, Darren started to play a music which fit perfectly with that of the Rev.'s. Darren joined the Rev. on his journey. As they made their way down the lonely avenue, the Rev. saw an old friend by the name of Brian Bendall, who played bass in a past life. Convinced by the two friends to take the bass back up, the three became The Recoil Special Surprise.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Playing live is what its all about...to feel the energy coming from a crowd is indescribable.
Your musical influences
Rev.- The Beatles, Weezer, Elvis Costello, Ryan Adams, The Jayhawks
Darren-
Bendall-
What equipment do you use?
Rev. - Rickenbacker 330, 72 Fender Telecaster Deluxe, Marshall 100 watt head, Marshall 4x12 Cab, Peavey 2x15 Cab, Dean Exotica Acoustic/Electric, Casio Keyboard
Darren - U.S. Fender Fat Stratocaster Deluxe, Gibon Flying V, Ovation Double Neck 12/6 acoustic electric, Line 6 2x12 Combo, Peavey 4x10 Combo, Yamaha Keyboard
Bendall - Peavey 4 string Bass, Peavey 1x15 Combo, Leigon Sound 4x10 Cab, Beringer 300 watt head
