Here's what makes Molly Axed It so special:
The band is made up of two former members of The Southern Rock Allstars, Scott Mabrey & Charles Hart.
"The Southern Rock Allstars" led by legendary drummer Jakson "Thunderfoot" Spires
a founding member of Blackfoot.
The Allstars had a revolving lineup of musicians including "Original Era Molly Hatchet" members Dave Hlubek, Duane Roland and Jimmy Farrar with occasional appearances by Steve Holland, Banner Thomas, Riff West and Bruce Crump. Scott & Charles were not only friends but shared the stage with these southern rock legends . Combined with former Molly Hatchet guitarist Kevin Taylor and seasoned Vocalist Mikkel Chandler and heavy hitter Todd Stansfield on drums, give you a power packed professional high energy show that you won't forget.
It's Our love for our late friends and their music why
"Molly Axed It" formed this tribute to help keep their music alive.
Scott Mabrey (Vocals, Guitar)
Scott hails from Detroit,Michigan....Detroit Rock City....Its here that he fused his love of heavy metal and hard rock into his own brand of music. Rocking the walls of many clubs in the Detroit area. In the early 90's Scott relocated to Muscle Shoals, AL. It was there that he took advantage of the opportunity to work in recording studios around the Muscle Shoals area that helped to sharpen Scott’s skills as a recording engineer as well as a producer. These skills were put to good use as he worked on Bo Bice's, pre American Idol, first studio release. Scott, along with partner Ava Aldridge, worked with pre Nashville Star winner Angela Hacker. Scott was a founding member of “Tank n Steele” a rock band with four studio releases and toured the southeast headlining clubs & bike rallies.
In 2002, Scott was hired as F.O.H. Engineer for the Southern Rock Allstars. former members of Blackfoot, Molly Hatchet, Rossington Band and Marshall Tucker. Later in 2004 Scott took the stage as one of the guitarist for SRA. 2005 saw Scott accepting a position with the reunited ‘Blackfoot’ as their Tour Manager & Front of House Engineer. In the meantime Scott & founding Blackfoot drummer, the late Jakson Spires, were writing & recording “Legends Never Die” which would eventually become the first release from Thunderfoot. Soon after this, Scott was hired as F.O.H. Engineer by Gator Country "Original era members of Molly Hatchet" and He now spends his time playing guitar for Thunderfoot and new project, "Molly Axed-It" A tribute to Original era Molly Hatchet.
Charles Hart ( Bass Guitar & Vocals )
Charles is from a little town in south Alabama stuck right between the home towns of Hank Williams, Hank Locklin, and William lee Golden of Oak Ridge Boys fame...He grew up listening to WSM Nashville with his dad then late night searching the rock stations on the AM dial....Dreaming of the day he would get his shot..... While Charles has spent the last 14 years as bass player for the Southern Rock Allstars, his rockin' resume goes back even further than that. He founded Cruize Control in 1986, and in 1987 joined Tempera, who appeared with Richard Marx's first tour.He even did a short stint in Adam's Housecat, whose members became the driving force behind the Drive By Truckers. Charles then united with Jay Johnson (Rossington Band and Blackfoot) and Radio Tokyo in 1988, and 1993 saw the release of that band's "Songscape."
As an engineer he has worked with numerous artists, such as Govt Mule, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Little Milton, Johnnie Taylor, Peter Wolf of the J. Geils Band, Lee Roy Parnell, G Love and Special Sauce and many others.Charles has one gold record as well as several Grammy nominations and has been apart of numerous industry awards.
As a performer he has shared the stage with some of the legends of rock....members of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Blackfoot, Molly Hatchet , Marshall Tucker, Alice Cooper, and many more. Charles is currently spanking the plank for Thunderfoot & Molly Axed-It
Mikkel Chandler (Vocals)
Born in Dyersburg,TN. Mikkel started singing at the early age of 3 in His fathers church. At 10 years old He started traveling with His family singing at southern gospel revivals across the state of Tennessee, By age 14 Millel was entering vocal compititions singing some of His favorite cover tunes. Mikkel then moved with family to Jacksonville,FL. where He discovered southern rockers "Lynyrd Skynyrd" His love for singing southern rock took off and by age 20 He had moved to Nashville,TN. to pursue a career in the music business. As a song writer Mikkel has written several songs for many up and coming artist, and caought the interest of Sony, Curb and warner records. Now after many years, Mikkel is bringing His well seasoned voice to the stage as lead vocalist for Molly Axed It.
Thunderfoot and now Molly Axed-It.
Kevin Taylor (Lead Guitar)
Born in South Carolina,Kevin moved to Georgia at the age of 3. He was introduced to guitar at a young age of 12 and soon became fascinated with trying to play anything He heard. Years later a friend introduced him to Molly Hatchets 1st album, and he was hooked. Molly hatchet became his favorite band. Over the years Kevin has played or recorded with many talented musicians such as: Paul Goddard, Dean Daughtry and Steve Stone of "Atlanta Rhythm Section" also Todd Smally of "Derek Trucks" and former "Lynyrd Skynyrd" drummer Bob Burns. Back in 2004 Kevin joined Molly Hatchet for a short time until original founding member Dave Hlubek rejoined the band. Kevin is excited to be a member of Molly Axed-It. and looks forward to doing what He can to honor the legend of the original era members.
Todd Stansfield (Drums)
Todd began his musical career in Maryland in 1980 after being inspired to play drums by his uncle who played in Pro touring bands : The Rick Hipple Duo and The Stone Mill Band based out of Louisville, KY. and featured on CMT.
After honing his skills on the skins, Todd used his skills to perform and record many studio albums with several bands including performing in some killer tribute acts: Kill The King (Tribute to DIO) Animal Magnetism (Scorpions Tribute) and Dirty Movies (Tribute to Van Halen)
Todd ha also shared the stage with a slue of Pro touring acts like: Overkill, Metal Church, Vince Neil, Krokus, Great white and The Kentucky Headhunters, As well as sitting in with the late Banner Thomas from Molly Hatchet. Todd was always a huge fan of Hatchet citing He studied The late Bruce Crumps drumming techniques while honing in and mastering his own.
Manager: Donnie Fuerst: 937-367-5494 or fuerstmusicmgt@gmail.com
Scott Mabrey: scott.mabrey@gmail.com
Performance & Tech. Rider
PRODUCTION :
The Customer shall provide sound and light production for the Performance. All costs Associated with production shall be paid by the Customer. The SOUND COMPANY should have the system Fully set up and operating before the Band arrives. The sound system MUST contain the following components.
All items are minimum requirements. Band manager Donnie Fuerst, must approve the sound system.
He must be contacted at least 14 days prior to the performance date.
Sound :
(1)-32 channel 4 or 8 sub-group board, minimum 6 aux. sends per channel (example- Yamaha, Allen & Heath, Soundcraft).
The sound system should be run in stereo.
(2)- 31 band EQ’s for front of house.
(5)-31 band EQ’s for monitors- minimum of 5 monitor mixes. If monitors are F.O.H. all EQ’s should be at F.O.H. position.
(5)- Full range monitor wedges for the front of the stage (minimum 15” and Horn).
(1)- Drum monitor – full range (minimum 15” and Horn).
~Each monitor mix should have a minimum of 400 watts of power per mix.
~The Front of House speaker should be a minimum 3 way-full range (subs, mids, highs) with good quality speakers.
~The Front of House power amps should be of good quality (QSC, Crown, Crest, BGW or equivalent). ~For Indoor Venues seating 500 or less, amps should be a minimum of 8,000 watts.
~For outdoor Venues the minimum will depend on the size of the venue. This should be discussed with Molly Axed It Management ,
Microphones :
(8)- Shure sm 58’s or Beta 58’s or equivalent.
(7)- Shure sm 57’s or Beta 57’s or equivalent.
(2)- Condenser (Shure 81’s or equivalent).
(1)- D.I. for the Bass.
(1)- Audix D-6 or Shure Beta 52 or equivalent for the kick drum.
(18)-Mic stands with booms.
Processors :
(1)- Reverb unit- (rev 7, Rev 500, Spx 90, Spx 990 or equivalent).
(1)- Delay unit- (T.C. Electronic D-2, Lexicon, Spx 90 or equivalent).
(8)- Channel of compressor, Limiter, Gates (DBX 266’s, Presonus ACP 88 or equivalent).
(1)- CD player in the Front of House rack.
Lighting :
24 Par can light show with control board with a lighting tech.
Parking :
Molly Axed It requires a parking space of at least 50 feet to accommodate their vehicle and trailer. This area should be as close as possible to the venue to expedite unloading and loading of their equipment.
Stagehands :
The customer shall provide a minimum of two able persons to unload the Band’s equipment prior to the Performance, and to re-load it afterwards.
Pyrotechnics :
Molly Axed It does NOT endorse, recommend or approve the use of any pyrotechnics/fireworks at any of its performances. Molly Axed It will not assume or be held liable or incur any responsibility for any actions/circumstances caused by the use of any of these products/materials.
PERFORMANCE RIDERS:
The following performance riders shall be provided and/or paid
for by the Customer in addition to any monetary compensation. Thank you.
Accommodations :
The Customer shall provide (3) double hotel/motel non-smoking rooms, In order to insure a minimum standard for rooms, unless agreed upon accommodations need to be made with national chain hotel/motel. The Band reserves the right to refuse substandard rooms, within reason. In that event, suitable rooms shall be procured and paid for by the Customer. Upon confirmation of the Performance or upon the Band’s arrival, the Customer shall provide location and directions for the hotel to the Leader or other designated representative.
Food & Drinks:
Food. To be included. or Buy Out for: $100.00
The Customer shall have the choice to provide a hot meal sufficient for (5) Five people or to pay The Band the Buy Out amount listed above. The meal shall include one entrée, vegetables, fresh salad, bread & butter, salt & pepper, plates & napkins, flatware and beverages (water, soft drinks, milk and coffee).
Performance Hospitality :
Prior to the Performance, during the Performance and after the Performance, the Customer shall provide the following items as requested by the Band/the Musicians. Additional beverages as available from the Customer may also be requested. Thank you.
Bottled Water
Gatoraid
Coca-Cola Classic
Pepsi
10 clean towels returnable)
Large plastic cups
Clean ice for drinks