For those interested in how the band came to be formed, you'll really need a large drink and a comfy chair! But for now, I'll tell you that they rose from the ashes of the Lincoln County Regulators - an energetic seven piece bluegrass band. Whilst a chaotic affair, it was one hell of a ride. One year, genre change and downsize later and we have the Precious Penny Pluckers, playing as a trio with double bass, guitar and vocals.
If I had to tell you what our sound and lyrics are based on, it would be incredibly difficult. Corry loves Bob Dylan, Paul loves Two Man Gentleman Band and my music taste, although at times shameful, is most in favour of Sallie Ford & The Sound Outside at the moment! We're all very different musically and inspired by lots of different people so I'd be here for a terribly long time but I'd say that, collectively, our main influence has been Pokey LaFarge.
So far, we've been focusing on working on original material with the odd open mic night to keep us in the gigging spirit but we often play at Stirling's finest, The Settle Inn. (Worth a visit if you're in town!) Most excitingly, on Saturday, we leave to record our EP in a cottage among the beautiful scenery of Skye. It's really been a long time coming and something we're all feeling passionate about. Coming back and beginning the search for a brass soloist for our recordings will also be exciting! There's so many possibilities. And hopefully my new tambourine (with cupcake and kitten stickers, of course!) can be put to good use!
So, with our instruments, lots of gin and my hamster Dwight, we will venture up north! With exciting news to share when we get back!
See you on the other side!
Nikki.
