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Do you remember Jason McCoy--Gary did a duet w/ him called Doin' Time in Bakersfield on Jason's CD HONKY TONK SONATAS. I just found out last weekend that he is the lead singer of The Road Hammers. Maybe I'm a little slow on the uptake here. I saw the Hammers video and googled them and there was Jason. Interesting band--they have some really cool songs.
QUOTE (jszoo @ Jul 29 2008, 07:18 AM) 
Do you remember Jason McCoy--Gary did a duet w/ him called Doin' Time in Bakersfield on Jason's CD HONKY TONK SONATAS. I just found out last weekend that he is the lead singer of The Road Hammers. Maybe I'm a little slow on the uptake here. I saw the Hammers video and googled them and there was Jason. Interesting band--they have some really cool songs.
I was wondering how long it would be before someone figured this one out. I started watching the show about a month and a half ago. I kept thinking how I knew that name from somewhere. So I looked it up and sure enough it is the same Jason McCoy that did Doing Time in Bakersfield with Gary.
Another funny fact is that the road hammers have a song called Keep on Trucking that is an all out sample of Gary's Man of Me. It is after the first verse. You can't miss it. Here is a link to the video you can see for yourself.
Keep On Trucking
I didn't know that either. Thanks for the heads up. 
They are actually a huge success in Canada with number 1 album and several big Canadian awards. They decided to move to Nashville and tackle the US market. Now they are finding out that their success in Canada means nothing to the US market. They are having to start from scratch and earn the respect of the American country music fans.
I enjoy the show and their music. I hope they hit it big here in the States. It would be cool to see them open for Gary.
I enjoy the show and their music. I hope they hit it big here in the States. It would be cool to see them open for Gary.
I LOVE my honky tonk sonatas cd!!!! I keep meaning to catch that show on GAC to check them out!!!
QUOTE (UMadeAFanofMe @ Jul 29 2008, 06:53 PM)
I LOVE my honky tonk sonatas cd!!!! I keep meaning to catch that show on GAC to check them out!!!
They are doing a Road Hammers Special on Sunday. GAC will air all episodes from the beginning starting at 7:00 PM Central time. I'm curious to see the few I missed when it first aired.
QUOTE (jszoo @ Jul 29 2008, 08:18 AM)
Do you remember Jason McCoy--Gary did a duet w/ him called Doin' Time in Bakersfield on Jason's CD HONKY TONK SONATAS. I just found out last weekend that he is the lead singer of The Road Hammers. Maybe I'm a little slow on the uptake here. I saw the Hammers video and googled them and there was Jason. Interesting band--they have some really cool songs.
LOVE THAT SONG!!!
QUOTE (Shroomie @ Jul 29 2008, 10:28 PM)
They are doing a Road Hammers Special on Sunday. GAC will air all episodes from the beginning starting at 7:00 PM Central time. I'm curious to see the few I missed when it first aired.
THANKS SHROOMIE!!!
I did not know that either - but i am confused I missed the part in the song that is to remind us of Gary's Man of Me...????
I saw the Roadhammers perform when I was in Nashville!! They put on an awesome show. I definitley recommend seeing them if they ever come to your area!!
QUOTE (Kerry @ Jul 30 2008, 06:38 AM)
I did not know that either - but i am confused I missed the part in the song that is to remind us of Gary's Man of Me...????
When you click on the link and listen to the song, it is at the end of the chorus that sounds like the first guitar licks on Man Of Me. Listen close in between the chorus and the start of the next verse, listen to the guitars.
QUOTE (UMadeAFanofMe @ Jul 30 2008, 05:48 AM)
THANKS SHROOMIE!!!
You are very welcome.
QUOTE (Shroomie @ Jul 30 2008, 02:00 PM)
When you click on the link and listen to the song, it is at the end of the chorus that sounds like the first guitar licks on Man Of Me. Listen close in between the chorus and the start of the next verse, listen to the guitars.
Totally at the beginning and then if you look at the timer on the video, you can really hear it at 2:38-2:32 and then at the very end aroun .25 til the end Hope that helps.
QUOTE (kim0922 @ Jul 30 2008, 01:11 PM)
Totally at the beginning and then if you look at the timer on the video, you can really hear it at 2:38-2:32 and then at the very end aroun .25 til the end Hope that helps.
Thank you. I didn't think of posting the times. Glad I'm not the only one who can hear it.
Actually, a review of it mentioned it too!
The Road Hammers take their latest collection, Canadian originated and otherwise, to the streets in style with Blood, Sweat, and Steel. A collage on Montage Music, this is the group's first United States-based release, though in Canada they've already nailed down loads of credits, including Canadian Country Music Awards such as the 2006 Group of the Year (with six 2005 nominations), a Juno, - had four singles rev into Top Ten territory, video successes, and platinum status to their name(s) (ten of these 13 tracks made the merge from that certified CD). And those names behind the band wheel are: Jason McCoy (lead vocals/guitar), Clayton Bellamy (vocals/guitar), Chris Byrne (vocals/bass) and Corbett Frasz on drums.
Lead-off track "I'm a Road Hammer," which jump starts the atmosphere of the album through fast-driving diction like "I'm building a rolling empire of blood sweat and steel," is what lends a line to the CD's title. "Hammer" first peels out with a creative CB announcement of the ride listeners find themselves in.
Bound and determined, the foursome follows a few different paths thematically, (thankfully) not particularly knowing many boundaries. Glancing in the rearview reveals a couple of covers – the runaway classic "East Bound and Down" (driving force of film Smokey and the Bandit) is in fine form, rolling it up and trucking into a rocking Reed rendition. The Jerry Reed romp isn't alone now, with rising current single "Girl on the Billboard," first a successful sign for Del Reeves, also planting itself into the musical mix. As for who new is leading the lyrical trip, much acclaimed writers/artists in their own right such as Chris Knight, Dean Miller (son of the legendary Roger Miller), Paul Thorn, and John Rich, among others, share co-writing credits. McCoy also lends in a pen, as do fellow members Byrne and Bellamy (no known relation to the Brothers, by the way).
As for how they change things up, the sweetly stated "I Don't Know When to Quit," followed by "I've Got the Scars to Prove It," "Nashville Bound," and "Keep on Truckin" are some prime examples.
"Truckin'" shows off some Gary Allan-esqueness by replaying a main riff throughout that is reminiscent of trademark chords in Allan’s “Man of Me,” and McCoy actually shared billing with Allan when they dueted on “Doin’ Time in Bakersfield.” Appropriate, since McCoy hails from it and Allan is oft classified as carrying down that very town's sound.
In "Nashville Bound;" however, they find themselves in Music City – where they "tried to do the right thing, but busted [my] left hand."
Speak of the devil, of prime note is the Hammers' Great American Country reality TV show on about the inner workings of the music industry. The documentary of their travels is produced by none other than Jason Priestley.
Lucky track 13, "Flat tires," closes out the convoy with behind-the-scenes bloopers and such. This says something of their incredibly engaging live shows, which work to further fuel enjoyment of these recorded moments. The on-stage charisma and antics are certainly a sight to see (and hear). Included in those special times are when the men feature one another's feminine sides – background vocals take center stage as take over from the not-present women. Jason McCoy, Michael Knox and Scott Baggett produced this project, and that latter contribution was no small step. Baggett co-produced the (Canadian) original and due to budget disputes, he almost wasn't back for this one. That would've been a very bad thing, considering liner notes thank him for "extra-marital musical counseling, consultation, life coach, and sonic-mid-wifery."
Even those typically wary of four-wheelers on real-life roads shouldn't tire of these songs. So, here's hoping we get to be in the passenger seat for more music and aren't left in the goodbye dust from these high-performance boys.
The Road Hammers take their latest collection, Canadian originated and otherwise, to the streets in style with Blood, Sweat, and Steel. A collage on Montage Music, this is the group's first United States-based release, though in Canada they've already nailed down loads of credits, including Canadian Country Music Awards such as the 2006 Group of the Year (with six 2005 nominations), a Juno, - had four singles rev into Top Ten territory, video successes, and platinum status to their name(s) (ten of these 13 tracks made the merge from that certified CD). And those names behind the band wheel are: Jason McCoy (lead vocals/guitar), Clayton Bellamy (vocals/guitar), Chris Byrne (vocals/bass) and Corbett Frasz on drums.
Lead-off track "I'm a Road Hammer," which jump starts the atmosphere of the album through fast-driving diction like "I'm building a rolling empire of blood sweat and steel," is what lends a line to the CD's title. "Hammer" first peels out with a creative CB announcement of the ride listeners find themselves in.
Bound and determined, the foursome follows a few different paths thematically, (thankfully) not particularly knowing many boundaries. Glancing in the rearview reveals a couple of covers – the runaway classic "East Bound and Down" (driving force of film Smokey and the Bandit) is in fine form, rolling it up and trucking into a rocking Reed rendition. The Jerry Reed romp isn't alone now, with rising current single "Girl on the Billboard," first a successful sign for Del Reeves, also planting itself into the musical mix. As for who new is leading the lyrical trip, much acclaimed writers/artists in their own right such as Chris Knight, Dean Miller (son of the legendary Roger Miller), Paul Thorn, and John Rich, among others, share co-writing credits. McCoy also lends in a pen, as do fellow members Byrne and Bellamy (no known relation to the Brothers, by the way).
As for how they change things up, the sweetly stated "I Don't Know When to Quit," followed by "I've Got the Scars to Prove It," "Nashville Bound," and "Keep on Truckin" are some prime examples.
"Truckin'" shows off some Gary Allan-esqueness by replaying a main riff throughout that is reminiscent of trademark chords in Allan’s “Man of Me,” and McCoy actually shared billing with Allan when they dueted on “Doin’ Time in Bakersfield.” Appropriate, since McCoy hails from it and Allan is oft classified as carrying down that very town's sound.
In "Nashville Bound;" however, they find themselves in Music City – where they "tried to do the right thing, but busted [my] left hand."
Speak of the devil, of prime note is the Hammers' Great American Country reality TV show on about the inner workings of the music industry. The documentary of their travels is produced by none other than Jason Priestley.
Lucky track 13, "Flat tires," closes out the convoy with behind-the-scenes bloopers and such. This says something of their incredibly engaging live shows, which work to further fuel enjoyment of these recorded moments. The on-stage charisma and antics are certainly a sight to see (and hear). Included in those special times are when the men feature one another's feminine sides – background vocals take center stage as take over from the not-present women. Jason McCoy, Michael Knox and Scott Baggett produced this project, and that latter contribution was no small step. Baggett co-produced the (Canadian) original and due to budget disputes, he almost wasn't back for this one. That would've been a very bad thing, considering liner notes thank him for "extra-marital musical counseling, consultation, life coach, and sonic-mid-wifery."
Even those typically wary of four-wheelers on real-life roads shouldn't tire of these songs. So, here's hoping we get to be in the passenger seat for more music and aren't left in the goodbye dust from these high-performance boys.
QUOTE (kim0922 @ Aug 2 2008, 12:47 PM)
Actually, a review of it mentioned it too!
The Road Hammers take their latest collection, Canadian originated and otherwise, to the streets in style with Blood, Sweat, and Steel. A collage on Montage Music, this is the group's first United States-based release, though in Canada they've already nailed down loads of credits, including Canadian Country Music Awards such as the 2006 Group of the Year (with six 2005 nominations), a Juno, - had four singles rev into Top Ten territory, video successes, and platinum status to their name(s) (ten of these 13 tracks made the merge from that certified CD). And those names behind the band wheel are: Jason McCoy (lead vocals/guitar), Clayton Bellamy (vocals/guitar), Chris Byrne (vocals/bass) and Corbett Frasz on drums.
Lead-off track "I'm a Road Hammer," which jump starts the atmosphere of the album through fast-driving diction like "I'm building a rolling empire of blood sweat and steel," is what lends a line to the CD's title. "Hammer" first peels out with a creative CB announcement of the ride listeners find themselves in.
Bound and determined, the foursome follows a few different paths thematically, (thankfully) not particularly knowing many boundaries. Glancing in the rearview reveals a couple of covers – the runaway classic "East Bound and Down" (driving force of film Smokey and the Bandit) is in fine form, rolling it up and trucking into a rocking Reed rendition. The Jerry Reed romp isn't alone now, with rising current single "Girl on the Billboard," first a successful sign for Del Reeves, also planting itself into the musical mix. As for who new is leading the lyrical trip, much acclaimed writers/artists in their own right such as Chris Knight, Dean Miller (son of the legendary Roger Miller), Paul Thorn, and John Rich, among others, share co-writing credits. McCoy also lends in a pen, as do fellow members Byrne and Bellamy (no known relation to the Brothers, by the way).
As for how they change things up, the sweetly stated "I Don't Know When to Quit," followed by "I've Got the Scars to Prove It," "Nashville Bound," and "Keep on Truckin" are some prime examples.
"Truckin'" shows off some Gary Allan-esqueness by replaying a main riff throughout that is reminiscent of trademark chords in Allan’s “Man of Me,” and McCoy actually shared billing with Allan when they dueted on “Doin’ Time in Bakersfield.” Appropriate, since McCoy hails from it and Allan is oft classified as carrying down that very town's sound.
In "Nashville Bound;" however, they find themselves in Music City – where they "tried to do the right thing, but busted [my] left hand."
Speak of the devil, of prime note is the Hammers' Great American Country reality TV show on about the inner workings of the music industry. The documentary of their travels is produced by none other than Jason Priestley.
Lucky track 13, "Flat tires," closes out the convoy with behind-the-scenes bloopers and such. This says something of their incredibly engaging live shows, which work to further fuel enjoyment of these recorded moments. The on-stage charisma and antics are certainly a sight to see (and hear). Included in those special times are when the men feature one another's feminine sides – background vocals take center stage as take over from the not-present women. Jason McCoy, Michael Knox and Scott Baggett produced this project, and that latter contribution was no small step. Baggett co-produced the (Canadian) original and due to budget disputes, he almost wasn't back for this one. That would've been a very bad thing, considering liner notes thank him for "extra-marital musical counseling, consultation, life coach, and sonic-mid-wifery."
Even those typically wary of four-wheelers on real-life roads shouldn't tire of these songs. So, here's hoping we get to be in the passenger seat for more music and aren't left in the goodbye dust from these high-performance boys.
The Road Hammers take their latest collection, Canadian originated and otherwise, to the streets in style with Blood, Sweat, and Steel. A collage on Montage Music, this is the group's first United States-based release, though in Canada they've already nailed down loads of credits, including Canadian Country Music Awards such as the 2006 Group of the Year (with six 2005 nominations), a Juno, - had four singles rev into Top Ten territory, video successes, and platinum status to their name(s) (ten of these 13 tracks made the merge from that certified CD). And those names behind the band wheel are: Jason McCoy (lead vocals/guitar), Clayton Bellamy (vocals/guitar), Chris Byrne (vocals/bass) and Corbett Frasz on drums.
Lead-off track "I'm a Road Hammer," which jump starts the atmosphere of the album through fast-driving diction like "I'm building a rolling empire of blood sweat and steel," is what lends a line to the CD's title. "Hammer" first peels out with a creative CB announcement of the ride listeners find themselves in.
Bound and determined, the foursome follows a few different paths thematically, (thankfully) not particularly knowing many boundaries. Glancing in the rearview reveals a couple of covers – the runaway classic "East Bound and Down" (driving force of film Smokey and the Bandit) is in fine form, rolling it up and trucking into a rocking Reed rendition. The Jerry Reed romp isn't alone now, with rising current single "Girl on the Billboard," first a successful sign for Del Reeves, also planting itself into the musical mix. As for who new is leading the lyrical trip, much acclaimed writers/artists in their own right such as Chris Knight, Dean Miller (son of the legendary Roger Miller), Paul Thorn, and John Rich, among others, share co-writing credits. McCoy also lends in a pen, as do fellow members Byrne and Bellamy (no known relation to the Brothers, by the way).
As for how they change things up, the sweetly stated "I Don't Know When to Quit," followed by "I've Got the Scars to Prove It," "Nashville Bound," and "Keep on Truckin" are some prime examples.
"Truckin'" shows off some Gary Allan-esqueness by replaying a main riff throughout that is reminiscent of trademark chords in Allan’s “Man of Me,” and McCoy actually shared billing with Allan when they dueted on “Doin’ Time in Bakersfield.” Appropriate, since McCoy hails from it and Allan is oft classified as carrying down that very town's sound.
In "Nashville Bound;" however, they find themselves in Music City – where they "tried to do the right thing, but busted [my] left hand."
Speak of the devil, of prime note is the Hammers' Great American Country reality TV show on about the inner workings of the music industry. The documentary of their travels is produced by none other than Jason Priestley.
Lucky track 13, "Flat tires," closes out the convoy with behind-the-scenes bloopers and such. This says something of their incredibly engaging live shows, which work to further fuel enjoyment of these recorded moments. The on-stage charisma and antics are certainly a sight to see (and hear). Included in those special times are when the men feature one another's feminine sides – background vocals take center stage as take over from the not-present women. Jason McCoy, Michael Knox and Scott Baggett produced this project, and that latter contribution was no small step. Baggett co-produced the (Canadian) original and due to budget disputes, he almost wasn't back for this one. That would've been a very bad thing, considering liner notes thank him for "extra-marital musical counseling, consultation, life coach, and sonic-mid-wifery."
Even those typically wary of four-wheelers on real-life roads shouldn't tire of these songs. So, here's hoping we get to be in the passenger seat for more music and aren't left in the goodbye dust from these high-performance boys.
That is too cool. Thanks for posting this. I knew it wasn't just my imagination.
QUOTE (Shroomie @ Jul 29 2008, 10:06 AM)
I was wondering how long it would be before someone figured this one out. I started watching the show about a month and a half ago. I kept thinking how I knew that name from somewhere. So I looked it up and sure enough it is the same Jason McCoy that did Doing Time in Bakersfield with Gary.
Another funny fact is that the road hammers have a song called Keep on Trucking that is an all out sample of Gary's Man of Me. It is after the first verse. You can't miss it. Here is a link to the video you can see for yourself.
Keep On Trucking
Now this is why I really enjoy being on this board thing. I just over looked that just because I thought the name of the group was just not something I wanted to see. But Hey that wasn't too bad. And yes I really really love the Bakersfield duet with GARY and Jason. Great info ThanksAnother funny fact is that the road hammers have a song called Keep on Trucking that is an all out sample of Gary's Man of Me. It is after the first verse. You can't miss it. Here is a link to the video you can see for yourself.
Keep On Trucking
QUOTE (Shroomie @ Jul 29 2008, 11:06 AM)
I was wondering how long it would be before someone figured this one out. I started watching the show about a month and a half ago. I kept thinking how I knew that name from somewhere. So I looked it up and sure enough it is the same Jason McCoy that did Doing Time in Bakersfield with Gary.
Another funny fact is that the road hammers have a song called Keep on Trucking that is an all out sample of Gary's Man of Me. It is after the first verse. You can't miss it. Here is a link to the video you can see for yourself.
Keep On Trucking
Another funny fact is that the road hammers have a song called Keep on Trucking that is an all out sample of Gary's Man of Me. It is after the first verse. You can't miss it. Here is a link to the video you can see for yourself.
Keep On Trucking
Yeah...thought it strange...Shelly pointed it out to me....now that makes sense!!
QUOTE (gkellis @ Aug 4 2008, 06:57 PM)
Yeah...thought it strange...Shelly pointed it out to me....now that makes sense!!
Its a small small world... I'm the one that pointed it out to Shelly.
Kind of figured you did shroomie....thanks!!! And yes it IS a small world!! Good people seem to find good people!! 
QUOTE (gkellis @ Aug 5 2008, 06:15 PM)
Kind of figured you did shroomie....thanks!!! And yes it IS a small world!! Good people seem to find good people!!
AAAWWWW
yes they do!
I have Jason McCoy's Greatest Hits Cd. If you don't have it you should get it. He's really good & actually had quite a successful solo career in Canada before The Road Hammers.
I caught one of the TRH shows where they were touring in Japan & one of the other guys in the band got mad because they were billed as Jason McCoy & The Road Hammers instead of just as The Road Hammers. They have really good music so hopefully they can put aside the jealousy & make it work. I would love to see them make it big here in the U.S.
I caught one of the TRH shows where they were touring in Japan & one of the other guys in the band got mad because they were billed as Jason McCoy & The Road Hammers instead of just as The Road Hammers. They have really good music so hopefully they can put aside the jealousy & make it work. I would love to see them make it big here in the U.S.
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