The Hefners
Upcoming shows:
- None scheduled
Genres: Alt / Indie rock, Blues, Garage rock
Sound description: Sixties-style garage rock, soul and R&B
RIYL: The Kinks, the Sonics, Thee Headcoats, The Hi-Fives, The Smugglers, and the Statics. 60's rock.
Web site: http://www.thehefners.net
E-mail: bryce_hefner@hotmail.com
Custom radio station:
Free MP3 downloads:
Related links:
- Lawrence playboys seek stateside success (March 27, 2003)
History:
The Hefners share the distinction of being the only active Lawrence band that's toured Europe more than the US. Since signing with Germany's Middle Class Pig records in 1998, the band has released three albums for the label and toured Europe twice.
Musicians:
- L.J. Hefner: Guitar, Vocals
- Bryce Hefner: Guitar, Keyboard
- James Hefner: Drums
- Keith Hefner: Bass guitar
Influences:
The Kinks, The Creation, The Standells, early Beatles, The Sonics Blues and Soul to 60's Psychedelia and Beat to late 70's Punk.
Current status:
Active
Audio interviews:
- Playing a government subsidized show in post-commie Germany...
- What was your first Euro tour like?
- What was your reaction when this guy from Germany wants to sign you to his label?
- Why do they like the Hefners in Germany?
Discography:
| Name | Year | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | The Hefners/Schwarz Split-10" | 1998 | Middle Class Pig |
 | Lay Off, This Is the Old Man's Private Poison | 1999 | Middle Class Pig |
 | Repop! | 2000 | Middle Class Pig |
 | Through The Night | 2002 | Middle Class Pig |
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