The Get Wets
the Get Wets | |
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| Origin | Columbia, South Carolina, United States |
| Genres | Rhythm and blues, Rock and roll |
| Years active | 2006 - present |
the Get Wets are a rhythm and blues band, originally from Columbia, South Carolina, with a 1960s garage rock and surf rock influence. The band was formed in 2006 by Mike Lee as a lark but evolved into a popular party band performing around South Carolina.[1]
History[edit]
Early history[edit]
There have been several lineups, with Lee being the only constant member. One original song, "Beat Beat", was recorded in 2010 and appeared on the 2012 compilation, We Love Trash: the Best of the GaragePunk Hideout, volume 7.[2]
Radio[edit]
The group performed live on two occasions on local music show the Columbia Beet airing on WUSC-FM. The song "Beat Beat" has also been heard on WXRY Unsigned, a show that airs independent bands from South Carolina.
Band[edit]
Mike Lee — lead vocals, tambourine (2006–present)
Joel Floyd — drums, backing vocals (2009–2012)
Jay Pou — bass, backing vocals (2009–2012)
Logan Goldstein — organ, backing vocals (2010–2012)
Rev. Joe Roberts — baritone saxophone (2012–2013)
Byron Chitty — baritone guitar, backing vocals (2012–2013)
Scotty Tempo — drums, backing vocals (2012–2013)
Discography[edit]
Compilations[edit]
- We Love Trash: the Best of the GaragePunk Hideout, volume 7 – GRGPNK Records (2012)
- "Beat Beat"
References[edit]
- ^ "Local Music: The Get Wets". G&B Magazine. 2011-02-07.
- ^ "We Love Trash: the Best of the GaragePunk Hideout". GRGPNK Records. 2012-04-16.