Citykings Discography of CDs

Citykings CD discography The Citykings are: John Bockelman - Lead Guitar/VocalsScott Burman - Drums/PercussionRandolph Arrington - Bass Guitar/VocalsBill Gibson - Rhythm Guitar/Mandolin/Vocals COOL TUNES & FUN sums up the Citykings' philosophy of life. The band is the final product of several evolutions of lives, careers, and bands that have brought together four unique and distinct personalities and musical styles. The combination of these four men has produced a very exciting and often spectacular musical experience for audiences in and around the Houston, Texas area. Strong bonds, collective chemistry and musical vision has made the Citykings one of the most original and popular bands in town. With a wealth of original material and a diligent rehearsal and woodshedding schedule, the band has accumulated over 70 original songs, which they rotate in and out of their performances. New songs are always a most welcome challenge for the band to take on. What sets this group apart from so many others is their commitment to originality and musical excellence in an almost totally commercial "cover band" atmosphere. Each Citykings' performance is an event that follows a concept - an internal dynamic within the performance. The members of the Citykings are all experienced musicians; alumni from the area's top bands of the 70's, 80's and 90's. They may either speak the language of music in theory or communicate their ideas in sounds and rhythms... whichever works best. The name "Citykings" is a combination of two of the band's former names: The Kingfishers and Big City. Scott Burman and John Bockelman joined a blues band in 1990 as drummer and bass player, respectively. With Frederick Hall, they played traditional blues for the first 3 years, appearing very successfully as the headliner at numerous Cultural Arts Council and public shows. A gradual turn to original material and newer musical directions produced some personnel changes. Big City then emerged in 1993 with Bob ...