Mr. Lucky and the Gamblers
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Mr. Lucky and the Gamblers (1964–1967) was one of the most popular garage rock groups in the US Pacific Northwest. During their short four year history, they refined their act to win over many fans throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Northern California and Western Canada. Their popularity was driven by their hard driving sound and by the success of several recordings. "Take A Look At Me", which received considerable air time on local PNW radio stations, was their most notable contribution.
In the decades to follow, "Take A Look At Me", "I Told You Once Before", Alice Designs" and "You Don't Need Me", have appeared on at least a dozen compilation CDs that are still available on the market. Their songs still appear on radio station play lists and a following has even migrated to clubs and radio stations in Germany in recent years.
In the summer of 2001, the band reunited for a one-time performance at the annual Seymour picnic at Oaks Park, Portland, Oregon. All of the core members are still alive and well, although only a couple of them are still active as performing musicians.
[edit] Member list
- Jim Dunlap: Vocals
- Bud Garrison: Bass
- Jim Graziano: Drums
- Alan Gunter: Guitar
- Jeff Hawks: Vocals
- Dave Maitland: Guitar
- Mike Parker: Keyboards
- Gregg Perry: Keyboards
- Denny Randall: Saxophone
- Willy Reinen: Guitar
- Norm Smith: Drums
- Carl Wilson: Guitar
- Len Hansen: Manager
