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Shift Seven is a tight power rock trio from Central PA. Rising above the new muck of music that has no hook or feeling, they invoke the sprits of the past to present a new genre of songs that make sense and satisfy their growing audience. They have been together in one form or another for more than a decade. The constant has been Terry Gayhart and Keith Myers. When Rich Boltz took over the percussion section, the band really gelled and the new studio release is testament to the magic of finding the right collaborators. The sound is blues rock based in the vein of Black Crows, Led Zepplin and Hendrix or as one review said, "Acid Fried Funkabilly Blues Rock"... One unique thing about Shift Seven is how the sound and song writing changes with each tune due to the habit of Terry and Keith sharing the guitar, bass and lead vocal duties. All three have their own take on song writing. It's like having four bands in one. It's like the Beatles... without the screaming girls... or gobs of money and fame.. or British accent... and with one less member. It's all ROCK but with many, many sub-genres. The guys go where ever the song takes them and it all sounds like the inside of their heads.

Terry Gayhart is one of the founding members whose expertise is well rounded in guitar, bass and vocals. The joy that he puts into his voice and fingers is apparent. His writing ability is the foundation upon which the band depends. The voice of his guitar is recognizable immediately. It flows from him naturally. His patience and experience is priceless. Some of his influences include Tommy Boland, Joe Walsh, Jimmy Paige and Robin Trower. His flexibility in this trio is essential.

Keith Myers has a smoky voice that is full of emotion. To help convey the mood of each piece, his tone changes from smooth to full bore madness, the guitar follows suit. His niche is writing hooks and groves with the other members. With Terry, he belts out two part harmonies that are on the mark. His muses include Jimi Hendrix, Eric Claption and Jimmy Paige. Keith is also one of the founding members of this group and is content to see how this seed has grown into an out of control raging weed in the garden of the status quo.

Rick Boltz came to Shift Seven with with serious skills and dedication to the song. He doesn't just keep time, he plays the song like he is singing with his sticks. In the studio he is a one-take monster and the main reason Shift Seven was able to name the new CD "1.5 Days". That is all the time it took to lay down the tracks. He maps out the soundtrack in his head flawlessly. Every part he writes compliments the changing platform for the rest of the band. Rick's lyrics, melody ideas and insight build song blueprints well above the role of the traditional percussionist. His chops are reminiscent of Ginger Baker, Mitch Mitchell and John Bonham

Buy the new studio release "1.5 Days" by Shift Seven NOW at CDBaby.com!
 

"We just completed a studio project at Saturation Acres. Bret Alexander of The Badlees recorded and mixed the disk. We recorded 14 tunes in 1 1/2 days! We had a blast, very laid-back atmosphere. Bret also was gracious enough to play B3 organ on two tracks. If you are interested in a disk, click the link." 

::::::NEW FEATURE:::::
Shift Seven Basement Tapes

Yes, now you can hear songs as they are being born. These are songs recorded live in our basement jam room. No overdubs, no studio tricks... just us... bare boned. Let us know what you think of our new creations and which you think should go on to the next studio recording.

 

You can download these and spread the Shift Seven experience to your friends... or let the authorities use it over loud speakers before they raid the next religious cult.

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