Texas High Life





Texas High Life
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When you go to a Texas High Life show for the first time, be ready to become addicted. The strong sounds and powerful song writing will leave you wanting more. Texas High Life got their start two years ago, when Mitch McBain (rhythm acoustic guitar) met Blake Myers (lead Vocals - Harmonica) at a local party in Cypress, Texas. The first time they met turned into a musical event. McBain had a guitar and was strumming it when Blake sat down, introduced himself, and asked, "do you know any Texas Country”, in which McBain replied, “I know Nightmare”, and the playing was on. For the next year and a half McBain and Myers would continue to collaborate on their music and songwriting. In April 2003, The Band was offered funding after an improv performance at a private party in Houston, thanks to the band that let us jam on their stage while they were on a break). Twenty minutes after their performance, they had a producer, and the band Texas High Life was born. Members were added from long friendship while living in Wimberley, Cypress and College Station Texas. Keith Binder on Drums - his brother Kevin on bass and Cory Pendleton -a good friend form the Hill Country, on electric guitar. Ever since their start, they have been rock’ in venues around the Houston area; opening for the likes of Honeybrowne and Bleu Edmonson. Their distinct sound has influence from the previous two artists, along with Cory Morrow, Reckless Kelly, Mark Davis Manders, Willie Nelsen, Waylon Jennings and other Texas greats. All in all, this band is up and coming, and they are doing it fast. In the words of Blake Myers, “Dreams are on the fly, and we’re just shooting from the hip”.
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Average Rating : 0              Total Reviews: 77


Texas High Life  09/08/2005            
blow
Fine, Prof wants "substance" and "point of reference." He might find that these can be more hurtful than just "you suck." Even though I'm a 'young un,' (ad hominem) I hope that my thoughts won't be considered rubbish here. Let's start with some substance: 1) No mid-range tone to the guitars. Mostly high end, ear damaging (yes, I'm serious) tone. It sounds like 80's techno. 2) Arrogant lead singer - he treats his band like they're crap. They're all nice guys, but nobody likes the lead singer. 3) The drummer is very busy; too many fills. The kick drum and snare need better tuning. 4) The bass player needs to slur his notes together a bit more; it makes for a better country (and rock at times) sound. Legato! 5) The recording is terrible. Its supposed to be live, but it's so obvious that the singer redid his vocals in a studio. There - is that rubbish from a young un?
Texas High Life  08/12/2005            
Prof
I want to know if the last review was created by the James that used to post all the time and took so much crap from everyone? Anymore I consider the reviews that you used to type very insightful compared to the rubbish we read today. It’s rather amusing how this site has created a war zone. The ideas are so very mundane. I have to believe that the review board has been taken over by the young uns. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, they just don’t have a frame of reference. I’ve seen High Life take some serious abuse. I want more information on this band with substance. Three stars for my lack of information. Don't want to throw the curve.
Texas High Life  08/12/2005            
James
I saw them last night in Victoria nad thought the were great. Keep on playin'!
Texas High Life  08/12/2005            
blow
You guys really really suck...
Texas High Life  07/26/2005            
Jason
I saw these guys for the first time at fitzwilly's this weekend and really enjoyed their set. Alot of energy and alot of fun. Go see them live, you'll enjoy it!
Texas High Life  07/25/2005            
willgo
Terrible...enough said, both CD and Live. Never take yourself so seriously!
Texas High Life  07/10/2005            
Erin
Great show last night. Love the new song.
Texas High Life  07/04/2005            
Colin
Looking forward to seeing ya'all play next weekend in Houston. Hey TEXAS ya need to see this band!!!
Texas High Life  06/25/2005            
Lisa
This group has so much talent. Texas High Life just believe in yourselves and the rest will follow.
Texas High Life  06/25/2005            
Diane
Ya'all need to play more places in the Houston area. The band is awesome!
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