Russell and Hop With Dj Jazzy Kat Fun Talks about there Music

Curtis Hopper was introduced to performing by way of localuniversities. His popularity with the collage crowds helped himdiscover his love of being in front of an audience. Influenced bythe sounds of such bands as the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker,and the Eagles, Curtis fine-tuned his own sound to create anauthentic country rock play-list.  As a finalist on "You can be aStar", in the 1980's, hosted by Jim Ed Brown and Gerry House,Curtis performed for judges Jim Fogelsong, Buddy Killen andMickey Gilley. Following his success on that show he was joinedthe Cinder Road Band. While touring Curtis continued to hone hisskills as a true crowd pleaser using his rich full vocals and playfulstage presence.  Included in the long list of concert venues inwhich he has performed, Curtis is proud to have graced the iconicGrand 'ol Opry stage. Having spent the last several years raisinghis family in Middle Tennessee, Curtis now finds himself singleand ready to get back to what he is all about....his music.Randy Russell started playing guitar when he was only eight yearsold. By the time he was19 he was on the road with Jeff Allen, whowas signed with United Artist. They fronted entertainers such asTanya Tucker, Ray Stevens and Jim Nabors at state fairs aroundthe country. Returning to Nashville, he played with Clifford Curryon the college circuit throughout the South. After his stint on theroad, he came back to town and played local hot spots with"Wholly Smoke". Randy has also jammed with such artists asGregg Allman, Dicky Betts and Freddie King. Having cut his teethon Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughn, Randy's searing style andintense stage presents is riveting. Before playing with Russell &Hop he played around town as a founding member of 3rd Degree,a power trio that produced three cd's. All three cd's soldsuccessfully in the local market. Randy has worked for GibsonGuitar for several years.Russell & Hop knew from the start that they had somethingspecial. Writing together was comfortable and easy. The piecesstarted falling into place for this duo. Audiences made it clear thatthey wanted more of Russell and Hop.Katztracks.net With DJ Jazzy Kat. Support the show