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Jackslacks

Rank #3 San Diego, CA Americana / Rockabilly

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Members: Jackslacks, Eric Hutchinson, Dave Votel, Jano Aste-Nieto

Sounds Like: Carl Perkins, The Beach Boys, Traveling Wilburys

Label: Shield of Love / Bungalo Records

Bio: American roots-rocker Jackslacks is back with his sixth release, 'Farm Jazz', out on the indie label Shield of Love. Collaborating this time around with San Diego State University jazz prodigies, Eric Hutchinson, Dave Votel and Alejandro Aste-Nieto, the new tracks were produced by Mike Kamoo and ... See Full Bio

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New Jackslacks CD 'Farm Jazz' featuring tracks 'Generations Hypnotized' and 'Don't Mind Me' available on I-Tunes NOW!

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“Single Reviews: Best Friend Gone Away / Lucky Man...The first song, “Best Friend Gone Away,” has an excellent beat to it. I admire anyone who can play the drums and sing at the same time. There is an excellent guitar solo and the whole tune just makes me feel good. I love the line “She sees me on the inside.” There are only certain songs I would listen to while I’m driving and this is one of them. It has such an upbeat tempo and the voice is so smooth. I have the desire to listen to this cut over and over again until I learn the words so I can sing-along. It also has an excellent bass line and the harmonies are right on. I also love the rhythmic clapping. The second song, “Lucky Man,” is a little more mellow, but still has an excellent beat. I’m drawn to this one because I’m a sucker for harmony. The guitar solos have more of a country feel to them which fits perfectly for this piece. Overall Rating – 9 out of 10.”

— by Diane Hill edited by Michael Rand, All What's Rock

“'Jackslacks drop 2 hot new singles' This single from Jackslacks is two songs that are a catchy, folk and country influenced alternative pop style. Both are quite entertaining and showcase a talented musical act. Jackslacks is a San Diego, California based group consisting of Jackslacks, Eric Hutchinson, Dave Votel and Jano Aste-Nieto. Jackslacks himself is something of a rarity in the music business in that he’s a drummer who also sings. “Lucky Man” has a real lazy sort of laid back mode. The vocals (and even the arrangement in some ways) remind me a bit of Neil Young, but these have more clarity and a better melodic element to them than that comparison conveys. “Best Friend Gone Away” starts tentatively, but then powers out into a bouncing kind of pop rock meets country style. It’s instantly likeable and catchy and it's hard to listen to this and not feel happy. There’s a tasty electric guitar solo that just oozes an old school rock and roll vibe. ”

— Review by G. W. Hill edited by Drew Blackwell, Rock n' Roll View

“Playing 'When She Was Mine' on this Sundays show. Love the song! ”

— Cathryn Beeks, 102.1 KPRi FM Radio

“Jackslacks...I hope you don't mind. I sent your music around and the answer was pretty well unanimous, We love that retro groove. So, the songs are on Westfield Radio in rotation as of right now. We'll be sure to play them on the Indie Show as well.”

— Ken Bailey, Westfield Radio Recording Company

“Jackslacks 'Lucky Man'... I worked with Stray Cats years ago with Bill Wyman producing. Quite nice song ,,, good vibe to it ,,, good time music. Regards Stuart.”

— Stuart Epps, Musicxray.com

“Jackslacks has plenty of experience in this unique form of music, playing in several top notch rockabilly bands. And, adding to his rockabilly pedigree, he has played and recorded with bassist Lee Rocker of the '80's pop icons The Stray Cats.”

— Scott Raider, Charleston Daily Mail

“Jackslacks Rock and Roll Dinosaur review...This is a collection of rockabilly and rock 'n' roll music, based on the original 50s and 60s sound, with influences of the rockabilly revival sound of the 80s. Any way you look at it (or listen to it), this platter offers a wide variety of sounds and rhythms ranging from rockabilly and rock 'n' roll to cajun and mersey beat. It's also a historic document, although some of the 60s sounds may not appeal to rockabilly purists. A fine addition to any rock 'n' roll collection. ”

— The Blackcat, Black Cat Rockabilly

“Jackslacks, rockabilly singer and drummer has released somewhat of a retrospective of his work that dates back to his tenure with Billy Bacon & Forbidden Pigs and Buzz Campbell & Hot Rod Lincoln in San Diego. There's plenty of great old school rocka-rocka nuggets to be found amoung the 15 tunes. 'Heat Lightning' a blazing hot track featuring Johny Mercury on guitar, kicks off this fine collection.”

— Michael Lipton, Graffiti Magazine

“While there's nothing new under the sun, at least here in the Valley, Jackslacks has stoked the fires of a genre that has been called the purest form of rock 'n roll. He has his feet firmly planted in that jittery, blues-based style that combines equal parts country and hillbilly boogieor, as Carl Perkins once said, 'blues with a country beat.'”

— Mandy Workman, Hotface Magazine

“Former memeber of The Stray Cats and now leader of his own band, legendary stand-up bassist Lee Rocker has been seen out and about in Detroit lately. He's here producing the next release of local rockabilly Jackslacks (with Nobody's Business). Last week they all took a break and headed out for some drinks and an impromptu jam session at The Office Lounge on Telegraph. It proved to be a very hot night indeed, and I'm not talking thermometer readings! Listen at: http://www.betarecords.com/jackslacks ”

— Fly On The Wall, Metro Times

“Forget grunge, hip hop or techno. Straightforward, earnest, original rock 'n roll - the music of Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley - is alive and well. Jackslacks, a dynamic, roots-rocker is in the process of adding another dimension to modern music, by breaking new ground with an old sound.”

— Thomas Crowley, Novi News

“Still honoring rock and roll pioneers like Eddie Cochran and Gene Vincent, Jackslacks also put a modern spin on his traditional American Music last Saturday night by smoothly mixing classic & neo-rockabilly.”

— Todd Wicks, The Eccentric

“Jackslacks probably exemplifies the Sun sound as much as, if not more than any other local act at the moment, which is no surprise since he confesses to a love for the Sun recording sessions and stars of the 50's.”

— Crazylegs, Tear It Up Magazine

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Discography

Lucky Man Released on Oct 1, 2012
Crash 'n Burn Released on Feb 1, 2010
The Kind Of Girl Released on Jun 3, 2008
I'm Just The Drummer Live! Released on Aug 1, 2005
Rock & Roll Dinosaur Released on Apr 1, 2003

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TripleFirrre
Lucky Man - we hear Crosby, Stills & Nash in that one! Great harmonies and sound!
nupachino
Love your band !!
Korhan Kodaman
Great work friends! Greetings from Istanbul!
Dearest Home
Your music is just "too much fun!" Much success!
Anu Sava
Great rockabilly sound. Cool vocals too. Very relaxed vibe. Hope to hear more soon! Anu.
Gary Kochan
Yeah you guys are having way "Too Much Fun". Love that grass roots Rockabilly and Americana sound in your songs. "Lucky Man" was I for stopping by to listen to your music....