* The EDGAR WINTER Band (at Bull Run Restaurant)

The EDGAR WINTER Band


By the time Edgar Winter blew out of Beaumont, Texas in the 1960's, he was already technically proficient in every aspect of music. A child prodigy who achieved international success early on, Edgar has found an audience in every major entertainment medium, music, film and television. A prolific writer, his music encompasses many different genres; rock, jazz, blues and pop. From his critically acclaimed 1970 debut release, "Entrance," he has demonstrated his unique style and ability to cross the genre lines and do the unexpected. His early recording of "Tobacco Road" is a powerful, emotionally devastating masterpiece that propelled him into the national spotlight. He followed Entrance with two hit albums backed by his group White Trash, which enjoyed huge successes with the 1971 release of, "Edgar Winter's White Trash" and 1972's follow-up live gold album, "Roadwork."

In late 1972 Edgar brought together Dan Hartman, Ronnie Montroseand Chuck Ruff to form The Edgar Winter Group, the legendary band that created the number one "Frankenstein" and the ever popular"Free Ride." Frankenstein revolutionized rock and roll and opened up a whole new world of possibilities with experimentation and sound. In 1973 he released "They Only Come Out at Night" which peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 200 and stayed on the charts for an impressive 80 weeks. It was certified gold in April 1973 and double platinum in November 1986.

Edgar later released "Shock Treatment," featuring guitarist Rick Derringer in place of Ronnie Montrose. Later albums included "Jasmine Nightdreams," "The Edgar Winter Group with Rick Derringer," a live album, "Together Live With Johnny Winter," "Recycled," a reunion with White Trash, "Standing On Rock," "Mission Earth," "Live In Japan," "Not A Kid Anymore," "The Real Deal," and "Winter Blues." His music can be heard in no fewer than fifteen film and television projects, including Netherworld, Air America, My Cousin Vinny, Encino Man, Son In Law, What's Love Got to do With It, Wayne's World 2, Starkid, Wag the Dog, Knockabout Guys, Duets, Radio, The Simpsons, Queer as Folk, and Tupac Resurrection.

With over 20 albums and numerous collaborative efforts to his credit, Edgar Winter has not been satisfied to ride the wave of popular music stardom. His live shows consistently receive rave reviews and his live performances continue to thrill audiences, always remaining on the cutting edge of music and style.