Blues music by Forced Call from USA since 6/4/2002. Currently without a record label.
Hot Rock and Blues only mildly describes what these guys have on the burner with two blistering guitarists, the "Lord of the Boards" on keys, a melt in your mouth sax player and the best rhythm section this side of James Brown.
Their blend of hot rock, foot stomping blues and a touch of country transmits a force of its own - powerful with message, warm with heart and spellbinding with truth.
Their self produced cd "Off The Clock" packs the same punch as their live performances. Known as a concert band, "Forced Call" lays down ten original songs, recorded in the studio, with the same presence they command on stage.
"Forced Call" artists include:
John Parker, Guitar and vocals - John is a California native, his musical influences are Django Reinhardt, TBone Walker, Freddie King and Eric Clapton.
Danny Costello, Guitar and vocals - Danny is originally from New Jersey, his musical influences are Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Winter and Eric Clapton.
Tom Costello, Drums - Tom is also from New Jersey, his musical influences are Jeff Porcaro and John Bonham.
Steve Halter, Keyboards - Steve is a California native, his musical influences are Jimmy Smith and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Jeff Ackerman, Saxophone - Jeff is also a California native, his musical influences are James "Son" Thomas, Nick Gravenites and Charlie Parker.
Tris "Duke" Carpenter, Bass guitar - Duke was born and raised in Boston, his musical influences are Kenny Gradney, Jack Bruce and Stanley Clarke.
Contact & Booking Info:
John Parker/Forced Call
28423 Seco Canyon Rd.
#172
Santa Clarita, Ca. 91390
Phone: 661-810-5443
Email: forcedcall@mac.com