WOODENICKEL is a group of five very talented musicians who put their own flavor to some of the best and well known cover tunes. This group of guys have been playing out continuously for the last seven years. They have played at some of the more well known venues around town like Alice Cooperstown where they were regulars for almost 2 years. They have played at Apache Gold Casino in Globe, Arizona, Wild Horse Pass Casino in Chandler, Arizona, and the infamous Mr. Lucky's in Phoenix. They opened for "Canned Heat" at the Bikers Against Diabetes (B.A.D.) event and have played various benefits and charity's. They give back to the community whenever they can.
WOODENICKEL's repertoire includes songs that cover all genres. You will hear songs from Bob Seger, ZZ Top, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Temptations, Delbert McClinton, Joe Cocker, Credence Clearwater, as well as contemporary artists like Collective Soul, Poison, ACDC, John Mayer, Jet, Weezer, Black Crowes, Sammy Hagar. They have a handful of their originals songs mixed in as well.
WOODENICKEL is a great band for private party's and events. Their schedule can get busy at times but for some good ole' get down rock and roll that will keep everyone on their feet this is the band to do it.
WOODENICKEL IS:
Jeff Parker - Lead Vocals, Lead Guitar, Harmonica.
Don Karg - Guitars, Slide Guitar, Voice Box, Special effects, Lead and Backing vocals.
Julian Mendoza - Lead Vocals, Keyboards, Saxaphone, Guitar, Backing Vocals
Mark Nelson - Bass Guitar, Backing vocals, Band Leader.
Rick "Leroy" Wilson - Drums, Anything and Everything Percussion, Lead and Backing vocals.