Los Straitjackets & Deke Dickerson Rockin Dance Party

Sat Mar 7 at 8:00pm

Cincinnati, OH

Event Info

Mike Campbell knocked on the dressing room door and brought in a friend to meet Los Straitjackets. It was the late 1990s and through a chance encounter with Campbell, the band found themselves opening a series of shows for Tom Petty You gotta meet these guys. They sound like the early Beatles... if they didnt sing.It was a high compliment because everyone in the band understood exactly how to take it. He wasnt calling them the equal of Lennon combo sound: an early sixties line up of two guitars, bass and drums playing rock n roll music best exemplified by the Cavern Club-era Beatles.Constantly tagged with a slightly reductive surf music label, Los Straitjackets are better characterized as instrumental rock n roll, and have been since founders Danny Amis and Eddie Angel met and watched drummer Jimmy Lester play drums with Webb Wilder at a Nashville club. Their influences range from the double-picking-surf-attack of Dick Dale, to the proto-rock of Link Wray, the hooks of The Ventures, to the groove of Booker T. s, all played with an energy that acknowledges The Cramps and punk rock. And past the golden age of instrumentals of the 1960s, one could argue they have brought this music to more fans than any other band, having done it for more than 30 yearsJoining The Straitjacksts on stage adding vocals and additioanal guitar is the renowned musician and writer Deke DIckerson. Dickerson is a veteran of the Southern California roots music scene and has toured for years with various bands, including the Dave and Deke Combo and Deke Dickerson and the Ecco-Fonics. His former band members have gone on to play with Social Distortion, X, Tiger Army, and Los Straitjackets.

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About Deke Dickerson

A popular American guitarist with respect for righteously pure retro sounds, Deke formed the midwestern hot-rod surf-punk band Untamed Youth at age 17 in his hometown of Columbia, Missouri. They released a total of eight full-length albums, toured in old hearses, and in 1991, Deke moved to Los Angeles and joined Dave Stuckey to form the "Hillbilly Power" act known as the Dave & Deke Combo, a fruitful twangin' partnership that yielded two albums and a much-touted 2005 reunion at major rockabilly festivals. Read more on Last.fm

Venue

Woodward Theater

1404 Main Street, Cincinnati, OH

http://woodwardtheater.com/

(513) 345-7981

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What is the bag policy at the Woodward Theatre Cincinnati?: The Woodward Theater in Cincinnati has a clear and concise bag policy to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all guests. Typically, only small bags, purses, or clutches are permitted inside the venue, and larger backpacks or oversized bags may be prohibited. All bags brought into the Woodward Theater are subject to search by security staff upon entry. It is recommended to bring only essential items and to check the specific event guidelines on the theater's official website or with the event organizer for any updates, as bag policies can vary depending on the nature of the event. Prohibited items may include outside food and beverages, weapons, and large cameras. For the latest information on the Woodward Theater Cincinnati bag policy, always review your event ticket details or contact the venue prior to your visit.
How many people can fit in the Woodward Cincinnati?: The Woodward Theater in Cincinnati, OH, offers an intimate and vibrant concert experience with a maximum capacity of approximately 600 people. This capacity includes both standing and seated arrangements, depending on the specific event or show. As a historic and beautifully restored venue in the heart of Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine district, the Woodward Theater is an ideal location for live music, private events, and community gatherings. Its unique layout and size create an up-close atmosphere, allowing guests to fully engage with the performers while enjoying excellent acoustics. For special events or private bookings, the Woodward Theater can offer flexible set-ups to accommodate different group sizes, but the general admission capacity remains around 600 guests. Always check with the venue for event-specific capacity details.