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Sister Wives
first public gig was in January 2003. Since that time, the
band has appeared twice on Channel 4's Good Things Utah,
performed three times on the Festival Stage at the Utah Arts Festival, KRCL's Day in the Park, and
been named one the of the Best New Bands of the Year in the SLAMMy's (Salt Lake Music Awards) voted by the readers of Salt Lake City
Weekly Magazine. Sister Wives appear regularly at the Port 'O
Call, Hog Wallow, Mo Diggity's and the Zephyr and Dead Goat Saloon (may
they rest in peace) and are sought after for private appearances in and
around Salt Lake. The band has been invited to regional festivals
in Moab and Cedar City. The Sister Wives' music is also played by
many of the programmers on KRCL radio station in Salt Lake, KZMU in Moab
and KPFT in Houston.
Below, you can learn more about the
individual members of the Sister Wives and their stories:
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Mona
Stevens [lead vocal, rhythm guitar, harmonica]
ASCAP songwriter;
studied classical, folk and blues guitar. Spent four years in Nashville
as singer/songwriter: experiences include lead singer/songwriter for the
"Mona Rae Stevens Band" regularly headlining at clubs such as Bluebird
Cafe, Douglas Corner, Diamond in the Ruff. Studied Music Business and
song writing in Nashville for 3 years. Numerous guest appearances
performing on the “Merchants Radio Show” and television shows “American
Magazine” and “Be A Star.” Over 13 years experience in Utah clubs and
restaurants as member of trio, duet, and a soloist. |
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Jani
Gamble [bass, vocals]
Singer/songwriter/guitarist/lyricist for over ten years; co-produced
several local recording projects as well as an annual musical
production. Co-founder, writer, and lead vocalist with local band “Twist
of Faith.” Experience includes duo and band work (vocal and
instrumental) at public and private functions along the Wasatch Front, as
well as studio work. Recent presenter at Minnesota, Rhode Island and Colorado
musician conferences. Background consists of classical and
contemporary work including blues, rock, folk, and bluegrass.
Classically trained; studied folk and blues on both guitar and mandolin.
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Amy
Boettger [drums, vocals]
Diverse background ranging from nightclub band venues to
symphonic and orchestral to drum & bugle corps. Professional playing
experience includes over 10 years in rock, jazz, blues, punk, big band,
and country music bands. Drum and percussion instructor for individuals
and high school, college, and drum & bugle corps drumlines.
Percussionist of the Year for Suncoast Sound Drum and Bugle Corps. Music
scholarship recipient; associates degree in percussion studies; music
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Jesse Luckett [lead guitar,
vocals] As the newest Sister, Jesse joined the band and
made her first public appearance with the Sister Wives
in August of 2003. Jesse's screamin' blues licks and subtle
slide riffs definitely add a new dimension to the Sister Wives
sound. While primarily playing lead electric guitar and more
acoustic lead, she has been sharing more of that sultry bluesy voice
with the Sister Wives as well. Jesse is also accomplished on bass,
mandolin, and banjo. Born in Amish Pennsylvania, Jesse has lived
all over the country. She is currently a full-time student at
the University of Utah, majoring in Anthropology. Jesse loves
songwriting and hopes music plays a big part in her future. Her blues influences
are Johnny Winters, Ry Cooder, Deborah Coleman, Blues Roots, Rory
Block, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Eric Sardinas.
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OK, so
we get a lot of questions about the name Sister Wives.
Let me
just clear up the misconception some of you have . . .
none of us are
sisters . . . at least to each other.
Some of
us are wives, but that's really beside the point.
"Sister Wives" is term used to describe the
relationship of wives
in a polygamous relationship
and is generally considered a term of endearment.
And no,
none of us is in a polygamous relationship either.
It's just
a great band name, people!
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