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Genre: Rock

Rock music in Lane County Between 1860 and 1990.

Cherry Poppin’ Daddies

Categories: 1980s, 1990s, Band, Eugene, Funk, Punk, Rock, Swing

Cherry Poppin’ Daddies (1989–2000; 2002–present) Genre: Ska/Swing/Funk/Rock/Punk Base Location: Eugene, Oregon Original Members: Formed by Steve Perry and Dan Schmid, in Eugene, Oregon. The Cherry Poppin' Daddies perform "Zoot Suit Riot" on 'The Late Show with David Letterman' on July 13, 1998 … [Read more...]

Vicious Rumors

Categories: 1980s, Band, Eugene, Rock

Name of band:  Vicious RumorsCategories: RockActive Years: 1987 – 1991 Members: Ed Burns (vocals and rhythm guitar), Rand Hoberg (bass), Dexter Ledford (lead guitar), Jeff Long (Drums), Mikey (Drums).  … [Read more...]

Dawn Patrol

Categories: 1980s, Band, Eugene, Rock

Categories: Rock Active Years: 1983 – 1986Members: LaDawn Long (vocals), Rand Hoberg (bass), Jeff Long (drums),  Ed Burns (guitar).  … [Read more...]

Wildfire

Categories: 1970s, 1980s, Band, Eugene, Rock

Categories: Rock Active Years: 1975 – 1982 Members: LaDawn Long (vocals), Diane (vocals), Rand Hoberg (bass), Jeff Long (drums) … [Read more...]

Happy Daze Band (1976-2005)

Categories: 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, Band, Eugene, Rock

Happy Daze Band played between 1976 - 2005 Happy Daze Band was a 50's, & 60's group that played locally and at special venues i.e. Lane County Fair, Autzen Stadium (4th of July fireworks), Hayward Field during the filming of The Prefontaine Movie. They also fronted the Kingsman, The Ink Spots, The Ventures and Jan & Dean. Many Car Cruises and casinos. Members: … [Read more...]

Gin

Categories: 1970s, Band, Rock

GIN was a rock band formed in 1975 and based out of Oregon. They played school dances and events around the region and won two "Battle of The Bands" contests. GIN performed popular music from the time and also composed several of their own songs. They recorded two of their originals, "Louisville Luck" & "All You Gotta Do" at Raspberry Studios in Eugene Oregon.  I was … [Read more...]

Rockus

Categories: 1970s, 1980s, Band, Eugene, Rock

Rockus was a three piece power trio based in Eugene, Oregon. Active Years: Late 1970's- early 1980's Members: Dave Bruell - bass and vocals Jeff Capps - drums Michael Souther - guitar and vocals We found our name (and style) when the police came to the house at which we were rehearsing and cited us for "loud and raucous music." After Jeff Capps left the … [Read more...]

Silvertones

Categories: 1980s, Band, Eugene, Punk, Rock, Surf

silvertones

The Silvertones were a punkabilly surf, rock  band that played covers and originals. Performed in Oregon: Eugene, Corvallis, Albany, Portland. Active Years: Members: Jet Harris - Guitar, vocals Tom Brady - Guitar, vocals Debbie Smith - Bass, vocals Vince O'Connor - Keyboards, vocals Kelly Bilyeu - Drums … [Read more...]

Secrets

Categories: 1980s, Band, Eugene, Rock

Secrets

Secrets was a 4-piece rock band that played covers and originals. Performed locally in played Springfield and Eugene. Active Years: 1980s? Members:  Vince O'Connor - keyboards Duke Pippitt - drums     … [Read more...]

Ziller

Categories: 1970s, 1980s, Band, Eugene, Rock

BJ Kelly Poster DB Bonham and Zillar

Ziller was a 5-piece band that played locally in Springfield and Eugene. Active Years: 1970s-1980s? Members: D.B. (Douglas) Bonham - Lead Singer (sister is Tracy Bonham) Cory Burden - Drums (later with Big Monti Admunson, Bubinos) Vince O’Connor - Keyboards Terry Jimmy Marty   … [Read more...]

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