Here’s the skinny. I know these boys. They are amazing at what they do, and not only do they make good music together, they represent what being a good artist is all about. Humanity. Check out the website, go see a show!
Beginning in late 1999 and beginning of 2000 , Eric Hartness , Stephen Sharpe , Brian Gaither , Dale Beatty , and Tommy Beaver got together and started writing and recording songs for “Southern Fried” to start performing.The band played extensively for two years until the drummer Dale Beatty was called to serve the country.At this time the band went back to writing music for his return. Coming home was bittersweet after nearly losing his life when an Iraqi roadside landmine exploded , and nearly disintegrated the Humvee he was in. After a double amputation, several surgeries , and extensive rehabilitation, his triumphant return spawned new life for the band and gave new inspiration to all of his family.Since then SFMA has been playing every opportunity growing its fan base and writing new music constantly. They later added guitarist and former band mate Russell Dye to the sound and adopted the suffix “Musicians Association”, and have been busy playing Rock and Roll , Country Blues, Rockabilly and their own brand of “Hillbilly Voo~Doo Music” for audiences everywhere. We hope to see you soon…
The Band Members Are :
Eric Hartness: Lead Vox Harp
Stephen Sharpe:Lead Guitar Slide Guitar Piano ,and Keyboards
Brian Gaither: Rhythm ,Lead Guitar
Dale Beatty: Drums Percussion
Tommy Beaver: Bass Guitar
Russell Dye: Rhythm ,Lead Guitar Backup Vox
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Southern Fried Musicians Association
