R & B legends Lou Rawls, Barry White, Cameo, the Drifters and the Spinners. Atlanta blues diva Francine Reed. Country artists Doug Stone and Terry Gibbs. Soulful Southern Rock group the Wet Willie Band. What do all these well known music artists have in common? Answer: Drippin’ Wet!
The members of Atlanta based quintet Drippin’ Wet share a long and varied musical history that includes stints with these celebrated artists. And now they’ve combined their considerable talent to cook up a savory stew of Southern flavored R&B, funk, blues and soulful rock. They pride themselves on their instrumental dexterity, strong vocals and harmonies, and intricate rhythmic sensibility.
Drummer-vocalist Ned Suddreth provides the foundation of Drippin’ Wet with his funky feel and, rare among drummers, his strong vocals. Ned cut his teeth with the Drifters, the Spinners and Lou Rawls, among others.
Percussionist Chuck “Chucky B” Bithorn hails from NYC originally, and has numerous studio and live credits on his resume, with artists like Cameo, Barry White and Francine Reed. Chucky, with his extensive collection of percussion instruments and strong vocals, adds versatility to Drippin’ Wet’s live shows.
Ric Seymour handles lead vocals and guitar for Drippin’ Wet, and is also a member of the current line up of the Wet Willie Band. Originally from north Florida, Ric moved to the Atlanta area in 1987, and has been with Wet Willie since 1992. A gifted guitarist and singer, Ric always has fun and engages the audience wherever Drippin’ Wet plays.
Keyboardist Bobby Mobley cut his teeth doing recording sessions in Muscle Shoals, AL and later, toured with country artist Doug Stone- with whom he earned a gold record- and has also played with Atlanta blues singer Francine Reed. Bobby opened Mylab recording studio in 1996, where he acts as producer and engineer. He also tours with Wet Willie as the band’s newest current member.
Bassist Jack Hall, along with his brother Jimmy, founded the Wet Willie Band in Mobile, AL. After relocating to Macon, GA in 1969, Wet Willie went on to record numerous albums for the Capricorn and Epic labels, garnering several hits along the way, including ‘Streetcorner Serenade’, ‘Countryside of Life’, ‘Weekend’, and it’s Southern Rock anthem ‘Keep On Smilin’. Jack also toured with Terri ‘Somebody’s Knockin’ Gibbs, and today is also a member of the current Wet Willie Band.
At a Drippin’ Wet show, expect to enjoy a rich and varied repertoire, steeped in bluesy Southern soul, with songs by Little Feat, the Neville Brothers, Wet Willie, Taj Mahal, and many more well known- and some not as familiar- artists. Wherever they play Drippin’ Wet has fun and goes all out to insure a great time is had by all.
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I could watch Schienldr’s List and still be happy after reading this.
I know “Wet Willie” and I know that Ric “Guitar Boy” is probably really Jimmy Hall’s Love Child by a still to be un named female guitarist. (let’s give em somethin to talk about!) Anyway can’t wait to catch all these great musicians kickin it together. Hope to see you soon.
Ric,
We met you August 13th at Woodstock, Ga. Thanks for taking time after the show to talk to us and give us your website info. Would love to see y’all when you play in Rome! Keep us posted on dates and shows. You guys are awesome!
Great show last Saturday night (Wet Willie) at Woodstock park. Appreciated the good music and energetic performances. Am I missing something – I don’t see a link to “Contact” you other than this comment section. Anyway, a very nice website and tastefully designed too.
Loved your performance at Zuffy’s Place and again at Beluga’s! Awesome shows. Can’t wait for performance at Good Ol’ Boys in October! Great music = Great time. love tap