The Dead 50's - Chameleon Club - 5/24/01
Harrisburg's premiere rockabilly trio have been touring the local music
scene for the past year,and most recently returned from a successful string
of gigs in L.A.
Currently on tour in support of their latest release, "Standing On The
Edge Of Forever", D5 stopped by for an intimate set at The Lizard Lounge.
The guys delivered an awesome set as usual, to include a good mix of
tunes off of their first album, as well as "Short Bus" and "All-E-All" off
of their latest release. The Dead 50's rocked the house with some unique
covers such as Nena's "99"(Red Luft Balloons), Juice Newton's
"Angel"(Believe me, you've never heard that song like this before!!), The
Misfits "138", and a Ramones medley paying tribute to the late, great, Joey
Ramone. All were done in true D5 form. The band is currently writing new
material, and also performed a brand new song titled "Unfaded".
The Dead 50's unique sound is derived from a wide variety of musical
influences such as Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, The Misfits, H2O, Motley
Crue, and "old" Metallica. Their lyrical content deals with issues like
friendships (as in "Beautiful Thing"), relationships (as in "Long Way Back"
and "Heck Of A Guy"), loneliness and depression ("All-E-All" and "When Life
Is Too Much"). Their music is fun, positive, and uplifting; as are their
live shows. The mature song writing ability and old school guitar riffs of
Chris Moody, re-enforced by the solid backbone rhythms of Bassist Eric Bess
and Drummer Shawn Miller, make up the raw Rock n' Roll of the Dead 50's.
It's good time Rock n' Roll!! Check them out at www.dead50s.com , where you
can hear audio clips, follow their touring schedule, purchase cool D5
merchandise, and find out the latest and greatest with the band.
I want to thank the guys for hanging out with me, I had a great time and
am looking forward to seeing them play again!
The Lizard Lounge is located downstairs in The Chameleon Club, and is one
of Lancaster's best kept secrets. Open Monday Through Saturday from 8pm-2am
(sometimes opening earlier for early shows upstairs), Greg will be there
religiously to serve you your favorite spirits. The Lounge is host to sets
from DJ's and local/regional acts throughout the month. The Lizard Lounge is
a cultural oasis with a great atmosphere, good music, and cool people. It is
an experience you won't find anywhere else. Go check it out, you might even
see me there and you can buy me a drink!! Till next time, see you at the
shows!!
VIN