The Hardaways
(Disbanded)
Genre: Alt / Indie rock
Sound description: A three-piece that manages to sound bigger than the sum of their parts, lead singer and songwriter Jeff alternates between guitar and a baby grand piano live. The result is a mix of Squeeze-inspired piano pop and Elvis Costello-esque guitar rock. And then there's Jeff's voice, which has the effect of an elephant yelling at the moon.
RIYL: Ben Folds, Elvis Costello, Cake
Web site: http://www.thehardaways.com
E-mail: thehardaways@hotmail.com
History:
The Hardaways began as a two piece with Andy and Jeff. The band completed two self-released albums before bringing Ron aboard on bass. With a fully functioning rhythm section, the Hardaways began drawing a reputation for their live shows, peaking in 2002 when the won KJHKs Farmer's Ball and a spot on Day on the Hill alongside the Anniversary. Today they share the distinction of being the only known band to haul a baby grand piano into the Replay Lounge and the Tap Room.
Musicians:
Formed:
1996 in Lawrence, KS
Influences:
Beatles, Pixies, Liz Phair
Current status:
Regrettably, The Hardaways hung it up (temporarily?) in the Fall of 2003.
Discography:
| Name | Year | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Lonely Son of a Good Mother | 1999 | |
![]() | Seven, Eight, Nine, Ten | 2000 | |
![]() | Born Dead | 2002 |
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