Wade Curtiss & The Rhythm Rockers are a relatively obscure but fascinating slice of the wild side of rock 'n' roll history. Fronted by the enigmatic Wade Curtiss, a persona crafted by the real-life Dwight David Winkle, the group carved out a niche with their raw and energetic rockabilly-infused sound in the late 1950s and early 1960s. The band was known for their wild performances and equally frenetic lifestyle that epitomized the rebellious spirit of rock 'n' roll.

Despite their dedicated following in the scenes they frequented, mainstream success eluded Wade Curtiss & The Rhythm Rockers. Their singles like "Bright Lights," "Voodoo Mama," and "Puddy Cat" exhibit the gritty, unpolished vigor of their musical style which often melded rockabilly with surf and garage rock tendencies. Curtiss himself was somewhat of an underground legend, a performer who embraced the rock 'n' roll lifestyle to its fullest, adding a level of authenticity to their music that resonates with collectors and aficionados of the era's lesser-known acts. The band's few recordings capture the raw essence of a time when rock was still finding its feet, and artists like Wade Curtiss & The Rhythm Rockers were pushing the boundaries of what was possible both in music and in performance.

Genres

Rhythm Rock

Latest Release

Bright Lights

Wade Curtiss & The Rhythm Rockers

Single - Released December 1, 1997