03.01.10

SwampDaWamp @ CMA Music Festival 2010

SwampDaWamp is being considered to perform at the CMA Music Festival 2010! YOU can help us get there by clicking HERE and entering SwampDaWamp as your favorite country artist/band of all-time! We sincerly appreciate your support and hope to see ya there! It's time to "ROCK THIS COUNTRY"!!

 

02.22.10

New Single & Video Released

SwampDaWamp has released the title track from "ROCK THIS COUNTRY" as it's latest single with a new video to go along with it. Check it out here and leave us a comment.

 

01.29.10

SwampDaWamp featured artist on FryedRock.com

SwampDaWamp is the featured artist today on www.fryedrock.com .  Best time to listen is around 2pm.  Great album rock station!  This is the station started by our friend Unkle Jonathan. He’s been up & rocking for a couple of months now and fans from all over the world are logging on and loving it!!!  Enjoy and tell your friends, album rock radio is back! 

 

01.27.10

Back On Land…SwampDaWamp Returns From The 2010 Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man Cruise

What an amazing four days the Swampers have just spent!  As you all are aware SwampDaWamp was honored to have been selected as the “People’s Choice Artist” for the Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man Cruise this year.  The band spent four incredible days on board the Carnival Inspiration performing as a part of this amazing cruise experience giving their all to fans from all over the world.   The band had the great pleasure of being a part of one absolutely incredible line up of talented artists, Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, Molly Hatchet, The Outlaws, Drivin’ & Cryin’, Blackberry Smoke, BonePony and twelve other artists.  Everyone was simply blown away and humbled by all the love, support, kindness and acceptance bestowed upon them by all the fans and other artists.  This cruise truly is like a family reunion, everyone on board was so nice and welcomed the Swampers with open arms.  The band had a blast hanging out with all the fans and getting to meet everyone! 

The band is truly grateful to have had the opportunity to meet and perform for all these incredible fans and they can’t wait to see all of you again soon!!  Simple Man fans ROCK!!!  Many thanks to everyone with Sixthman for making SwampDaWamp a part of the family!  Come on everybody, start making your plans now to be a part of the 2011 Simple Man Cruise, it’s one of the most memorable experiences you’ll ever have!!!

 

01.24.10

"ROCK THIS COUNTRY" review at PureSouthernRock.com

by Keith Stefanec

North Carolina's SwampDaWamp is unabashedly one of THE best modern Southern rock bands out there. This six piece powerhouse just drips the sound we Southern rock aficionados crave on their new album, ROCK THIS COUNTRY. I've reviewed bands in the past that are from the South but not necessarily Southern rock. Trust me, boys and girls, this band delivers. (read more)

 

01.18.10

Interview with Gig Michaels at Swampland.com

by Michael Buffalo Smith
One of the absolute hottest and fastest rising Southern Rock bands of today hails from Charlotte, NC and go by the name Swampdawamp. The band are true pros, and have built a huge grass roots following. So huge, as a matter of fact, that their fans managed to vote them into the People’s Choice slot on the Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man Cruise, beating out the likes of Shooter Jennings and Little Feat. The band will hit the open sea January 21st. (read more)

 

12.29.09

"ROCK THIS COUNTRY" review at RockOverAmerica.com

What’s in a name? In the case of SWAMPDAWAMP, you just don’t know. I would’ve went with SWAMPDAWG, personally, it uses most of the letters and it seems to fit SWAMPDAWAMP’s country-rock sound. In fact, they could take the word “This” out of their album title; “Rock Country” is what SWAMPDAWAMP is all about. (read more)

 

12.17.09

"ROCK THIS COUNTRY" selected as Album Of The Month in Coupe Magazine

We released "ROCK THIS COUNTRY" in Europe on October 23 and just received a progress report from our European distributor. As well as being selected as "Album Of The Month" in Coupe magazine we have received many great reviews. We just added the links to these reviews under the "Reviews / Interviews" column. Not speaking German, it's hilarious using an online translator to try and figure out what they say! If anyone wants to send us a better translation of any of the reviews you can do so here. If we don't get to see you before, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Be safe and God bless!

 

12.08.09

SwampDaWamp Guest DJ Hour on Metal Express Radio

Metal Express Radio Weekly Newsflash - Boasting of influences that run the gamut of musical genres, SWAMPDAWAMP, a band of southern-born and raised, country fried rockers have created a distinctive sound truly their own.. Now the group takes over the microphones as this week's GUEST DJs! Don't let their Southern charm fool ya', these guys have a playlist that'll surprise the unknowing! We'll also feature a block of music from SWAMPDAWAMP's latest release, "Rock This Country" after the boy's playlist! Be sure to tune in this FRIDAY at 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. New York City Time!  (more info)

 

12.01.09

"Rock This Country" review in Keyboard Magazine

By Robbie Gennet

Southern rock is full of characters, and SwampDaWamp comes from the post-Kid Rock brand, though shades of Nugent and Skynyrd abound. Keyboardist Mike “Scooby” Huffman hails from the Billy Powell school of octave runs and whirring Hammond swells.... (read more)

 

11.18.09

New SwampDaWamp Merchandise just arrived!

Now that the weather is turning colder we want you to stay warm in style! We now have two new long sleeve tees for you to choose from. The "Helluva Night" shirt and the "Rock This Country" shirt. As well as the latest version of the "Daughter Tested..." shirt that now has the "Rock This Country" cover-art on the front. Visit our store to check 'em out.

 

11.17.09

SwampDaWamp "Thank You" video featured @simplemancruise.com

The guys made a short "thank you" video to express their gratitude to all their fans that voted for SwampDaWamp as the "People's Choice" for the final spot on Lynyrd Skynyrd's Simple Man Cruise 2010. It is now featured on the cruise's home page at www.simplemancruise.com ! So go check it out!

 

11.12.09

Chop Shop Radio Interview

Steve Black from Chop Shop Radio, America's Guitar Radio Show, spent a few minutes on the phone with Keith to ask about the band, the new record and a few other things. Check it out at www.chopshopradio.com

 

11.07.09

"Rock This Country" review @ BVS Reviews.om

I’ve written about SwampDaWamp a couple of times. The band keeps coming back with new music that is even better each time. They have a brand new album out called Rock This Country. It is Southern Rock album that kicks it up the nth degree.....(read more)

 

11.02.09

SwampDaWamp invited to perform @ WRFX

WRFX 99.7 The FOX and Rick Ballew's Smokin' Bluz Radio Show want you to see SwampDaWamp on Thursday, November 12th for an exclusive acoustic FOX SMOKIN' BLUZ performance. Fox Smokin' Bluz Acoustic session is on Thursday, November 12th @ 1 pm at the studios of WRFX. Contest ends on Sunday, November 8th @ midnight. Winners will be notified via email on Monday, November 9th....(read more)

 

10.18.09

Singled Out : : SwampDaWamp

SwampDaWamp was a top story for this week. Here it is again: (antiMusic) Welcome to Singled Out! where we ask artists to tell us the inside story of their latest single. Today Gig Michaels from southern rock powerhouse....(read more)

 

10.14.09

Carolina Country Rockers Win People’s Choice Honor On Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Simple Man Cruise

Carolina country rockers SwampDaWamp (pronounced swamp duh wamp) have won the “People’s Choice” honor as the artist fans would most like to see perform on the famed Lynyrd Skynyrd Simple Man Cruise.  The band will set sail on the Carnival Inspiration January 21 - 25, 2010 from Tampa, Florida to Cozumel, Mexico along with headliners Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, Molly Hatchet, The Outlaws, Drivin’ & Cryin’ and thirteen other top musical acts.... (read more)

 

10.08.09

Hard-rockin' country band SwampDaWamp to open new Gastonia nightclub

From the Gaston Gazette

“I don’t know how cold it’s going to be up in New Jersey,” said Gig Michaels, the lead singer for Gaston County-based band SwampDaWamp. It was 10 a.m. on a random Thursday morning and he’d just crawled out of bed.... (read more)

 

10.06.09

SwampDaWamp Interview @ GuitarSite.com

By Greg Prato

Guitar-heavy blues rock is what newcomers SwampDaWamp specialize in, as their website clearly states, “Not your typical run of the mill picture-perfect country-rockers, SwampDaWamp is an outside-the-box, real honest-to-goodness American band with an amazingly unique rock-country edge... (read more)

 

10.06.09

Swamp Monsters Attack

“Playin’ [music] for a livin’ is like getting paid for sex.” These are SwampDaWamp (pronounced swamp duh wamp) drummer David Lee’s thoughts on being a full-time musician. SwampDaWamp played at The Pub Friday night.... (read more)

 

09.24.09

SwampDaWamp Nominated "Country Group Of The Year"

SwampDaWamp has been nominated for "Country Group Of The Year" for the 2009 Queen City Music Awards to be held on December 12th. Voting has already started so click here to place your vote for SwampDaWamp. Vote in as many categories as you'd like, or just vote for SwampDaWamp in the "Country Group Of The Year" category and submit. You may vote once a day per e-mail address.

 

09.21.09

SwampDaWamp Featured @ HarleySocial.com

On the homepage of www.harleysocial.com “Lady", ” Rock This Country" and “Good God” are the first three songs that start streaming on the site.  “Lady” begins playing automatically, so everyone that goes on the site hears it with a link to SwampDaWamp’s user page. Go check it out!

 

09.19.09

SwampDaWamp makes Buffalo's Top Ten List

The singer has one of the most unusual voices since Jim Dandy, and the band just plain rocks, The new album is their best yet.... (read more)

 

09.18.09

"Rock This Country" review @ AntiMusic.com

The album title translates perfectly the content and direction of this 12-track disc which, like the band, crosses the border between rock and country genres and clearly defines what has become the norm for this artist and its label, Big Penny Entertainment. Rock This Country was produced by Ken Coomer and Charlie Brocco...(read more)

 

09.17.09

SwampDaWamp "People's Choice Top 5"

SwampDaWamp has made it to the "PEOPLE'S CHOICE TOP 5" for Lynyrd Skynyrd's Simple Man Cruise 2010!  We need your help to make sure the guys are on there way!

Click here to vote (again & again & again) and we'll see you on the high seas!!

 

09.16.09

"Rock This Country" review @ MusicTap.net

SwampDaWamp comes back with a new album, Rock This Country, that works the central theme of love for country, in this case, USA.  Rock This Country is 12 tracks of fiery Southern Rock boogie that will appeal greatly to fans of The Outlaws, and Lynyrd Skynyrd...(read more)

 

09.14.09

"Rock This Country" review @ TheCdReviewer.com

Being a big fan of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s music and Southern Rock in general I was happy when I received SwampDaWamp new release in the mail.

This North Carolina band first hit the music scene with their self titled debut release in 2007. I got my first taste of the band’s music though when I reviewed their EP SwampDaWamp (2008).

SwampDaWamp is a blue-collar working man type of band...(read more)

 

09.01.09

"Rock This Country" review @ PureSouthernRock.com

Extra, Extra Read All About It…SwampDaWamp selected as the “Band of the Week” by PureSouthernRock.com

With the recent release of the new hot smokin’ “Rock This Country”, SwampDaWamp have already got tongue’s wagging! 

Our friends at the famed online source of everything Southern Rock, Pure Southern Rock.com, have selected the Swampers as the “Band of the Week” this week, August 30th through September 5th.  Go check out this great ezine, read about SwampDaWamp and many more of your favorite southern rockers, www.puresouthernrock.com

08.27.09

"Rock This Country" @ CD Baby

"Rock This Country" is now available @ CD Baby for all you International customers! Check it out! SwampDaWamp@CDbaby.com 

08.18.09

SwampDaWamp Listening Party

The new CD from SwampDaWamp, "Rock This Country", has been officially released and we're having a party!! Stop by www.SwampDaWamp.com and visit our Music page to join in and check out all the new tunes! See ya there!

 

07.23.09

Pre-Order "Rock This Country"

Pre-Order the new CD "Rock This Country" and get a free complimentary DVD of "Dance", SwampDaWamp's first video from their 2008 release "2.0"!
Pre-Orders should start shipping by August 10th.

 

07.22.09

SwampDaWamp e-Shop is Open

The SwampDaWamp eShop is now open for business! Stop in and take a look around. At present we have shirts and CDs available for purchase. Digital downloads of all our music will soon be available. Be sure to sign up for our eNewsletter so we can let you know when!!

 

07.17.09

New Website Is Live

Well as you can see the new website is up and running! We're still doing a few tweaks here and there that you may notice over the next few days. Our MySpace site has had the same decorator drop in and give us a face lift. Be sure to check it out.

 

05.01.09
VOTE For SwampDaWamp In FameCast Contests!

FameCast is the home of online contests where music fans discover new artists and vote for them to win career-launching opportunities. Each month's winner will be featured in Paste Magazine and have the chance to compete for the grand prize in the quarterly FameCast Finals!
SwampDaWamp's "Dance" video and "Shoebox Memories" video have both been entered in two different categories, "Rock" & "Country"! So please click on each link below and cast your votes for SwampDaWamp.
You can vote for both videos in both categories once a day (that's four votes a day!!) so make it a daily routine and watch SwampDaWamp's "BUZZ FACTOR" climb to the top! We thank you for all your support!!

04.04.09
On The Road Again

Nashville was a real good time! Got some great performances recorded and made some new friends. On Monday Johnny Van Zant stopped by to say hey and take a listen (apparently Rickey gave us a thumbs up).
Now it's time to gear up and head north for a string of shows before we head back to the studio in May.
Wonder who will be "next door" next month :)


03.22.09
SwampDaWamp and Lynyrd Skynyrd recording in Nashville

We finished up with basic tracks at Sound Emporium late Friday, took Saturday off and started working at Creative Workshop today for overdubs and vocals. Over 1500 studios in the Nashville area and who happens to be next door at Black Bird studios? Lynyrd Skynyrd!! The guys are finishing up their new record as well.
Rickey Medlocke came over for a while this afternoon to visit, tell some old war stories and check out our new tunes. Once their record is done they head to Europe for a the first leg of their tour, then it's back to the states to tour with Kid Rock.