Thanks to all who attended our May 10th, 2011 show. It was a great success, and we all had a terrific time! We always enjoy performing and bringing smiles on the faces of our fans... Thanks again to all of our sponsors. Be sure and check out our sponsors, and let them know, if you enjoyed the show. See you at the palace again this coming may!
Scott Smith got his first guitar at age 9, which led to learning songs of his favorite artists such as Led Zepplin, Boston, Eric Clapton among others. He joined his first band at the age of 15 and played locally throughout High School. Scott atteneded Roane State Community College 1987-89 and played guitar for the Celebration First Class Singers. He also played the local club circuit with the “Kermit Potter Band” from 1985 til 1992. After the “Kermit Potter Band” Scott was performing freelance work for other bands across East Tennessee. Scott then formed the band “Menjury” where they performed together for two years at Sisco’s Lounge in Crossville Tennessee as the house band. Scott recently owns and manages a recording studio and CD duplication company.
Mike Klinedinst played drums professionally from the age of 12-30 with such artists as Tommy Tutone, Tanya Tucker, Becky Hobbs, Trisha Yearwood, Del Reeves, Max Johns, The Houston/Paul Blues Band, and his all-time favorite Mark Stuart. After 13 years of retirement (don't let the 20 year old body fool ya!), playing bingo, and watching "The Price Is Right," Mike has emerged out of retirement, only because of his friendship with lead guitarist Scott Smith. Mike is also the drum instructor at Dat Pro Audio.
Tricia Clark was born and raised in Bethpage,TN. Tricia began singing to family and friends at around age 6. Tricia grew up listening to live music, and it wasn't long before she knew what she wanted to do. Tricia moved to Cookeville in 2004 and had pretty much gotten out of music, until she met Scott Smith and Dave Nabors. “They have helped to remind me why I love music and how much fun it really is.” She has performed in many different State competitions, fundraisers, The Cumberland Jamboree, and even auditioned for American Idol. Over the years Tricia has taken vocal, piano, and guitar lessons. She hopes to one day master them all. “I love to sing, must most of all I love the way music moves people”.
John Johnson - Born and raised in Crossville, Tn. John is no stranger to music. Self-Taught, he has been playing guitar since the age of 14. With great tone and raw style, it is clear that his passion for music originates from Blues and Blues-Based Rock music with influences including but not limited to Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, BB King, Warren Haynes, Joe Bonamassa, Buddy Guy,The Allman Brothers Band, and many more. John has shared the stage with many Bands/Artists from the Cumberland area including New Era, Long Shot, Melissa Ellis, BoneDaddy, Unwound, and is very excited about now being a part of Whooz Countin'!
Whooz Countin’ was formed in January 2009 and consists of some of the Cumberland’s finest musicians and vocalists.Scott Smith sings and plays guitar & Bass, Mike Klinedinst plays the drums, John Johnson plays guitar & bass, and Tricia Clark is the fabulous female singer of Whooz Countin’.
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