The StringBenders

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Upcoming Appearances

  • Saturday, February 25, 2012
  • 4:30PM - Wedding Reception
  • Willis, TX
  • Saturday, May 05, 2012
  • 7:30PM - Celebration
  • Navasota, TX
  • Saturday, May 26, 2012
  • 7:30PM - Wedding Reception
  • Castroville, TX
= Booked through GigMasters

Past Appearances

  • Friday, January 27, 2012
  • 9:00PM - Corporate Function
  • Houston, TX
  • Saturday, November 12, 2011
  • 8:00PM - Rehearsal Dinner
  • Richmond, TX
  • Saturday, October 15, 2011
  • 5:30PM - Wedding Reception
  • Comfort, TX
  • Saturday, September 10, 2011
  • 7:00PM - Anniversary Party
  • Houston, TX
  • Saturday, June 04, 2011
  • 6:00PM - Engagement Party
  • Pearlsnd, TX
  • Thursday, March 03, 2011
  • 11:00AM - Corporate Function
  • Houston, TX
  • Friday, February 25, 2011
  • 6:30PM - Fundraiser
  • Houston, TX
  • Saturday, February 19, 2011
  • 0:00AM - Fundraiser
  • Rockport, TX
  • Thursday, November 18, 2010
  • 5:30PM - Celebration
  • Bellaire, TX
  • Tuesday, November 16, 2010
  • 6:00PM - Convention
  • Houston, TX
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Location:
Houston, Texas
Travel Radius:
Will travel up to 500 miles from Houston.
Pay Range:
$600-$4000 per event
Member Since:
2006
Primary Category:
Country Band
Additional Categories:
Cajun Band, Cover Band, Dance Band, Honky Tonk Band, Oldies Band, Rock Band, Rockabilly Band, Southern Rock Band, Variety Band, Wedding Band, Western Band, Zydeco Band
Influences:
Dwight Yoakum, George Strait, Buckwheat Zydeco, Bob Dylan, The Band, Merle Haggard, Jimmy Buffett, Rolling Stones, Beatles....

Group Members

  • Jim Ferguson - Lead Guitar/ Vocals
  • "Astro" Joe Garcia - Accordion/ Vocals
  • Benny Rod - Drums/ Vocals
  • Pat Kominzak - Bass/ Vocals
  • Tracy Park - Acoustic Guitar/ Vocals

Description

The StringBenders are an exciting 5 piece band performing in the gulf coast area (based in Houston) for 7 years.We can cover a lot of musical territory from roots classic country to swing to current country even some cajun/zydeco and Tex mex....throw in a little southern and classic rock and you have a great evening of entertainment....for your birthday,wedding,block party,or any fun occasion. Our sound is a unique blend when you combine guitars, bass, drums and accordion...to create a special sound. Go to our website for the live demo and to see our current calendar of availability.

Song List

  • Guitars and Cadillacs - Dwight Yoakum
  • The Fugitive - Merle Haggard
  • Six Pack To Go - Hank Thompson
  • Seminole Wind - John Anderson
  • Honky Tonk Blues - Hank Williams
  • Drinking Bone - Tracy Byrd
  • Sundown - Gordon Lightfoot
  • It's All Over Now - Rolling Stones
  • BeforeThe Next Teardrop Falls - Freddie Fender
  • Pop A Top - Allan Jackson
  • Silver Wings - Merle Haggard
  • Don't Think Hank Done It This Way - Waylon Jennings
  • Write this Down - George Strait
  • Streets of Bakersfield - Dwight/Buck Owens
  • Move It On Over - Hank Williams
  • You Ain't Going Nowhere - Dylan/Byrds
  • Hey Baby Que Paso - Texas Tornados
  • Leaving Louisiana In the Broad Daylight - Rodney Crowell
  • Take Me Out To The Dancehall - Pat Green
  • Stars On The Water - Rodney Crowell
  • Pancho And Lefty - Townes Van Zant
  • Cold SHot - Stevie Ray Vaughan
  • Knocking On Heavens Door - Bob Dylan
  • Johnny B. Goode - Chuck Berry
  • Cest La Vie - Chuck Berry
  • Smoke Rings in the Dark - Gary Allan
  • Tulsa Time - Don Williams
  • Poor Man's Son - Charlie Robison
  • All Along the Watchtower - Bob Dylan
  • I Know You Rider - Grateful Dead
  • Various Originals - See Website - www.thestringbenders.com

Available For:

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

Feedback

  • These guys are fabulous!!! Everyone at the event of over 130 people kept saying "These guys are great" They play a great variety of genres from country to classic rock to zydeco to southern fried. We will be asking them back for more events in the future. -- Amanda T, Galveston, TX, 2/16/2007
  • The SrtringBenders did a wonderful job for our party, everyone there thought they were very good and enjoyed their performance. A couple of months prior to our party we had a family problem arise with one of our adult children that we're still dealing with and our hearts are heavy, but for the 4 hours the band performed that night we were able to enjoy our friends and family and forget our troubles for a little while. They just seemed to put everyone in a good mood. We really cant thank them enough and we hope to have them again in the future. Thanks Guys, Mike and Vicki -- Vicki R, Splendora, TX, 10/27/2007
  • These guys are good. They were very accommidating by driving over 100 miles one way for our Party. They play a great variety of country, rock, and zydaco style of music. They played new and old selections that fit every age group for our private party. I would and will recommend them to anyone. For many years I was in charge of putting together an annual body shop party for insurance adjusters. I learned that the food could be so-so but if the band was good,everone had an excellent time. Not only was the band good so was the food. We had an "outstanding" time. I would like to personally thank the Stringbenders for being part of my very special day and major "player" at my 70th Birthday Bash. -- Lori H, Galveston, TX, 7/8/2006
  • Nothing but kudos - many guests had glowing comments about the band - I wish the event had been longer so that we could have heard more... -- James A, Houston, TX, 4/15/2007
  • Everyone really liked them! I highly recommend them! -- Charity D, Houston, TX, 1/27/2012
  • Absolutely perfect band for our rehearsal dinner. Could not have been more pleased. Very friendly and fun! We will definitely use again in the future. -- Monica N, Richmond, TX, 11/12/2011
  • The Stringbenders were consummate professionals throughout the entire process. We booked them for our recent wedding. They were super-responsive during the booking process and their fees were reasonable. At the wedding they sounded great, and really interacted with guests to ensure that requests were played and everyone had a great time. TONS of dancing. The owner of the wedding venue (Riven Rock Ranch in Comfort Texas) came up to tell us that they were one of the most professional bands he has dealt with, and wanted the band's contact information to put them on his list of preferred vendors. Book them - you won't regret it! -- Katie A, Comfort, TX, 10/15/2011
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