The band cranks out the sweet down home sound of rhythm and blues. -1988 Blues Calendar Genre: Blues / R&B Active Years: Late 1980s Members: Peter Thorpe
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Steve Smith Band
Steve Smith came to Eugene from Boulder Colorado. His band quickly became one of Eugene’s most popular and versatile rhythm and blues bands. Steve masterfully combined reggae and jazz fusion guitar with crystal blues vocals – giving the listeners a wide spectrum of musical pleasure. –1988 Eugene Blues Calendar. Genre: R&B Active Years: mid 1980s […]
Burners
The Burners (1979-1984) Genre: Roadhouse and Classic R&B Home Base: Eugene, Oregon The original Burners: Chris Porter, Paul Burnett, Newel Briggs, Abner Burnett, and Butch Cousins Whole Lineup: Butch Cousins – drums Paul Burnett -guitar Abner Burnett – keyboards, guitars, and vocals Chris Porter – guitar Dean Engleson – bass Newel Briggs – guitar Mark Schneider […]