Hounds
Tooth is earning accolades across the Midwest with their
high-energy show of modern blues. With a set list rich in modern blues,
original material, and blues-rock numbers, Hounds Tooth’s Soul Rockin'
Blues appeals to a wide range of audiences. Hounds Tooth has opened for
national acts including Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Shannon Curfman.
Additionally, they have appeared at some of the top blues festivals,
blues rooms, and local festivals in the Midwest including: Big Bull
Falls Blues Festival; Paramount Blues Festival; Summerfest; The Slippery
Noodle; BB’s Jazz, Blues, and Soups; Blowtorch Blues Society; and River
Rhythms.
"I've known this band since their early collaborations, and some bands,
you just know, have a good, long run ahead of them. Soul-rockin', yes.
Soul-stirrin', yes. Soul-satisfyin', only if you like your blues
electrified, deep-fried, and BBQ'd. Stand up and enjoy the show!" –
Sharon Pomaville, Big City Rhythm & Blues Magazine
Released on May 19, 2010, Hounds Tooth’s CD, Soul Rockin (Tweed Tone
Records), is a guitar-driven, modern blues album that focuses on
original music with a few high-energy covers added to the mix. The CD
has been receiving some great reviews:
"Hounds Tooth is no longer under the radar. Their new CD, Soul
Rockin, will push this band into the fast lane of the blues world, keep
your eye on these guys!" - Scott Gregory, Entertainment Director, River
City Blues Society
Hounds Tooth spent the 2010 summer playing Blues Festivals, County
Fairs, and Clubs throughout the Midwest. Joe Kadlec and Gabe Marchan
share vocal and guitar duties. Joe’s polished vocal delivery and
fretboard flurries are nicely complimented by Marchan’s passionate
guitar playing and soulful vocals. Quickly gaining recognition amongst
critics for their solid work, Lee Gabriel (bass) and Jeff Oscarson
(drums) anchor the rhythm section.
WAMI Nominee for Best Blues Band 2010 and 2009
Shepherd Express Best Blues Band Runner-Up 2010, 2009, and 2008
Voted Best Blues Band in the Shepherd Express' Best of Milwaukee 2006
Joe Kadlec
Vocals/Guitar
Joe Kadlec has been playing guitar, singing, writing, and recording for
the past 20 years. He is primarily self-taught, but has also studied at
the Wisconin Conservatory of Music. His last 2 projects were the Joe
Nathan Band and hosting a blues jam in Milwaukee as a member of The
Repeat Offenders. He also spent time playing with Buddy Miles at an
after-hours jam in the early 90s. Joe has a wide variety of musical
influences including: Luther Allison, Johnny Winter, Bob Dylan, Tommy
Bolin, Jimi Hendrix, Jonny Lang, Hank Williams Senior, Led Zeppelin, and
Bob Marley.
After some time away from the scene for the past 5 years, Joe is
excited about playing the blues in one of the top recognized bands in
the region and bringing his own style of music to Hounds Tooth.
Email: joe@houndstoothblues.com
Gabe Marchan
Vocals/Guitar
Gabe has been playing guitar and singing for 20 years. He can deliver a
soulful lead vocal, sweet sounding harmonies, as well as a hard hitting
guitar solo. His vocal on Black Coffee from the critically acclaimed CD
Soul Rockin has been getting rave reviews including the following from
Mark Thompson of the Crossroads Blues Society:
"Another highlight is “Black Coffee”...Gabe Marchan turns in a
passionate vocal and the twin guitar interplay adds lots of heat to this
slow blues number."
Some of Gabe's influences include SRV, Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, Albert
Collins, B.B. King, Chris Duarte, and Albert King.
Email: gabe@houndstoothblues.com
Lee Gabriel
Bass Guitar
Lee Gabriel adds a energetic presence to the Hounds Tooth rhythm
section. Lee can sit right in the pocket as well as shine with a
creative and funky solo. He most recently played bass in the group
Uptown with Downtown.
Email: lee@houndstoothblues.com
Jeff Oscarson
Drums
Jeff’s signature powerful and funky beats have been the foundation of
Hounds Tooth's Soul Rockin Blues sound since he joined the group in June
of 2006, and he is now the longest tenured member. He has a smooth style
with incredible touch, and is equally comfortable laying down a solid
groove as well as taking the spotlight with an exciting drum solo.
Jeff began drumming at the age of 12, and has performed at some of
the top venues in the Milwaukee area including Summerfest, Shank Hall,
and the Rave, as well as the top Midwest Blues Festivals including
Prairie Dog Blues Fest, Nothin But the Blues, and Big Bull Falls Blues
Fest. Some of his diverse drumming influences include John Bonham, Chad
Smith, Chris Layton, Brad Wilk, and Stewart Copeland. Prior to joining
Hounds Tooth, Jeff played with blues/rock group 94 South and the
alternative rock band Fat Camp. He studies drumming with Del Bennett,
who currently tours with Greg Koch.
