THE RHYTHMATORS- CHRIS CLIFTON, MICHAEL J. DOHONEY AND MIKE STOCKTON, are all Texans, originally from Fort Worth, who first came together as sidemen for Texas roadhouse legend Delbert McClinton. After touring with McClinton they started their own band, PUMP, with fellow Texan Randy Cobb. The bands first gigs were in Colorado and so well received that they stayed on much to the delight of the ski towns where their brand of Texas Soul Rockin’Blues was a hit. They based out of Colorado for more than two years, developing their style. When opportunity to play with national acts came, they went their separate ways settling in different parts of the U S. Clifton went to North Carolina, working the east coast to Key West, Dohoney to Los Angles, and Stockton back to Texas via New Orleans, but they remained in touch. After touring with national and international acts, recording for major labels and various television and film scores, and being in demand as session players, the three Texans have come full circle to reunite as THE RHYTHMATORS. They are reunified on a brand new twelve song CD of all original music called BEYOND THE BLUES. Due for release at the end of November 2009, this new CD is not you’re typical blues album. It is a compelling blend of soul, rock, gospel and R&B inspired by years of paying dues and experience. The music and lyrics come from daily life and will hit you where you live, bound to move you. Check out THE RHYTHMATORS, you won’t be disappointed.
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