Biography
Biography:
What if Van Morrison, Joe Cocker, and John Prine took turns fronting the Allman Brothers Band on one of their jazzier nights with special guests from the Grateful Dead and The Band filling in? That's The Elect! An experienced, musically talented six piece Jam/Rock Band based out of the Midwest - Indiana. The Elect is an electrifying, soulful band with a spicy southern draw that delivers a musical punch! Unique Midwestern Rock n' Roll with an acoustic sting that leaves the audience and listeners thirsting for another sip. The sound breaks the traditional mold of today's Jam/Rock Bands by combining the best of multiple genres including the story-telling of folk, the heart of blues, and the high-energy of Rock n' Roll. The Elect creates an electrifying, feel-good, moving jam experience that will not be forgotten. Local newspaper publications, radio, television networks, and Indie and Major Record companies have all recognized the unique sound, feel, and musicianship of The-Elect. The Elect has played many large Midwestern upscale venues including, but not limited to: The Patio, Rathskeller, Phoenix Hill Tavern, Bill Monroe Music Park, The Music Mill and much more. The Elect has also performed concerts and festivals with the following regional and national acts:
Pat DiNizio (Lead singer of The Smithereens)
Deep Banana Blackout
Blue ground Undergrass
Members of Col. Bruce Hampton's Aquarium Rescue Unit
The Why Store
Ray's Music Exchange
Umphreys McGee
Mofro
Ekoostic Hookah
Keller Williams
Victor Wooten Band
Dirty Dozen Brass Band
The Victor Wooten F. U. N. K. All Stars
Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
Little Feat The Elect's Musical Inspirations :
The Allman Brothers
The Band
Bob Dylan
Grateful Dead
Van Morrison
John Prine
The Doors
The Black Crowe's
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