tHE yard darts
The Yard Darts are “mostly fun, slightly dangerous” and thus not your typical acoustic trio. We’re about the unexpected arrangement of that song you love but isn’t overplayed. We’re taking on tunes today’s audience wants including R.E.M, Talking Heads, Amy Winehouse, Lady Gaga, Dan Auerbach, The Pretenders, David Bowie, Foo Fighters, Elvis Costello ... sure we throw in some oldies by the likes of Carly Simon, Janis Joplin, Fleetwood Mac, etc., but we’re mostly about turning heads and causing people to go, “they are playing THAT song? THAT way?”
For a trio, there’s a lot of variety, and not just in song selection: Brian Morrow plays stand up bass, flute, and sings. Tina Hassler sings lead but also plays guitar, uke, and percussion. Kevin Mitchell plays keys, guitar, bass, and percussion. (Two of the three have degrees in music, which with a $2.25, gets you a cup of coffee at Starbucks ;)
The Yard Darts are perfect for wineries and afternoons at a local tavern with a stage or a spot outside for the three of us to not take up a lot of room or be too loud but be our generally entertaining selves. We’ve been a big hit at upscale corporate events and private parties. We’re familiar without being typical. We’d love to play for you and/or have you come hear what we’ve been working on!
Group Members:
Tina Hassler: Lead Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Ukulele, Percussion
Kevin Mitchell: Piano, Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Percussion, Bass
Brian Morrow: Electric Upright Bass, Flute, Lead and Background Vocals
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheYardDartsSTL
Contact: kevin@kevinmmitchell.com
“Mostly fun,slightly dangerous”