Post #522419 by Tiki Cowboys on Tue, Apr 6, 2010 4:32 PM

Having started a band called the Tiki Cowboys back in 2007, I hope to accomplish a country-blues vibe with some Tiki flavors, predominately with percussion (no drum-kit!) and some ukulele. Tiki, like many other music genres was defined largely in the 50's and 60's and has grown into many forms and sub genres. My hope is to do something different, have new music that combines other genres including Tiki, Blues and Country. Here in Chicago we have a giant lake and a growing beach front music scene. I hope to create a new sound, and a freshwater Tiki scene here in Chicago. Since I can't go to the islands, I have to carve my own tiki so to speak here in Chicago. I have no desire to have a "Tiki Tribute" band, but I do love Tiki and hope to keep the torch burning, even if it is not purely all "Tiki".

Just my 2¢

Baron
http://www.tikicowboys.com