WHISKEY'S ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR: MAY

Old Death Whisperer

Old Death Whisper... a recipe handed down to Grandaddy Jake Santee back in 1878 by an Indian chief of an unknown tribe in northern California, was 194 proof moonshine; which was believed to give immortality. It's rumored that Jake is still alive today due to his frequent use of Old Death Whisper. Old Death Whisper is also a band of gentlemen playing and writing original country music from the banks of the Big Wood River in central Idaho. Like their previous incarnation, The Damphools, Old Death Whisper sticks to a simple philosophy. That being, the music should reflect the bands integrity, its weaknesses and its strengths. The sound is loose and raucous with elements of the muddy delta, the dusty Texas deserts, and the mountains of the west and the dark forests of Appalachia. Sometimes high in octane like Jake Santee's moonshine, Old Death Whisper feels like it could give you immortality. And then with the next song, they can drag you through the mud of some dark swamp and leave you for dead (and loving it). The live shows are full of piss and vinegar and guaranteed to get you and your gal dancing. Rockers, kickers, cowboy angels, old timers, greasers and punks alike will enjoy Old Death Whisper and their brand of rural junkyard folk and cut throat honky tonk. $5
http://www.myspace.com/thedamphools

DJ Locomotive

Still Time

With their music being hard to place into any one genre, Still Time's sound is best defined as groove rock with an eclectic mix of instruments such as; harmonica, mandolin, slide guitar and upright bass. With a unique style reminiscent of dynamic artists such as Ben Harper, Van Morrison and Dave Matthews Band, Still Time offers a positive, high-energy show that appeals to many different musical tastes and backgrounds. They have had the opportunity to entertain at a broad range of venues, from small, intimate acoustic sets to festivals with several thousand attendees. $5
http://www.myspace.com/stilltimeband

The vast Blackland Prairie ends at The Balcones Fault line where the Texas hill country begins. The rugged hills are covered with ancient live oaks and scrappy junipers. Crystal clear springs bubble up from the limestone depths shocking the arid landscape. Mudphonic was born in Austin TX gathering inspiration from this sparse organic phenomenon. The debut album, "Music for Dorothy", was recorded in a barn on the banks of the Colorado River. Steeped in the soul of the humid southern air; soaked in the sediment of the underground aquifers; cicadas and frogs bleed into the recording. Mudphonic brings you honest melody. Take your shoes off, open the front door, turn up the volume and begin to move... $5
http://www.myspace.com/mudphonic

Swagger

Swagger is an Irish Rock Band based out of Park City, Utah. The group blends Celtic music with rock, ska, country & reggae to form a unique sound & experience. Their original material is spot on. The writing is clever, funny & heartfelt. Their musicianship & stage experience makes for an exciting show.  The Show is another part of Swagger that is consistently on the mark. The band prides itself on their live performances. The groups inter-action with the crowd has been it's signature from the beginning. $5
http://www.myspace.com/swaggertheband

The Codi Jordan Band

The CJB is an energetic, addicting, and always fun Reggae Rock outfit from the greater Salt Lake City area of Utah. Their success so far has been attributed to their hard work and dedication to providing quality music to a young exciting crowd! $5

Lubriphonic

Lubriphonic greases your ears, moves your hips, and leaves you reeling in sweaty bliss. Simmering and intense, with chops to spare, Lubriphonic's live performances create a spicy dish that is guaranteed to cure what ails you. The members of Lubriphonic have individually toured with artists as diverse as Koko Taylor, Buddy Miles, Otis Rush, and Lenny Kravitz. They have fused their talents and experience as side-men in order to create an orignal project that is soulful, unique, and exciting.Their new release, "Soul Solution," exemplifies this. The 13 studio tracks (as well as two bonus live tracks) capture the band at it's best-- confident, daring, and very, very, funky. $5
http://www.myspace.com/lubriphonic
http://www.youtube.com/user/lubriphonic

The Mark Sexton Band

Four years in the making, The Mark Sexton Band leads the way in further innovating the sound of Soul & Reggae. The depth and body of the groups work stem from years of attentive listening to and understanding music and the true message that it bears. The Mark Sexton Band flexes a significant message in their music, dealing with pure raw love and an understanding for real music. This group takes pride in the production of their sound leaving no room for false emotion or fake songwriting. The Mark Sexton Band doesn’t think twice when it comes to writing from the heart. Ignoring short-lived musical trends, the sounds from this group live on to see something more meaningful. $5.
http://www.myspace.com/marksextonreno

Four Stroke Bus

Engaging original songs connect the audience with this group of musicians that love the community experience of music.  Four Stroke Bus covers ground from old Bessie Smith and blues traditionals, to soul/gospel, rock and funky originals. $5
http://fourstrokebus.com/index.html