The original band was formed in Memphis and fronted by a young man with a soulful sound. The Replacements referring to the frontman sang; ‘if he were from Mars wouldn’t that be cool”. The original lineup of this band were only together for a few years. Their name could be something you’d send in to win a cereal contest.

Today’s song title these days would more likely be in email form.

Our shadow artist attended college in the far north where he played violin in his college’s symphony orchestra. He then played guitar, mandolin and fiddle in the US Navy country band “Country Current”. He now lives in the Mid-Atlantic where he is well known for his mandolin AND cooking skills. His band’s name reflects the latter.


The 5 O’Clock Shadow is presented by Flying Dog Brewery