HIREDGUN          def. (noun) – slang – One who is especially proficient in a particular skill set and is employed for the sole purpose of performing that skill without fail.

     HIREDGUNS was founded in 1992, with but one purpose: to be the best damned band around.  Now, nearly two decades later, those goals have long been realized.  Each of the musicians in this group has proven mastery over his weapon of choice.  Whether we are talking about Philmon, “Big Country” Thompson’s smooth, believable delivery of the lyrics, Joey Wray’s scorching guitar work, Patrick “Thunder Axe” McKibben’s rocking bass line or Jeremy McGhee beating the drums to death, the undeniable truth is that these men are…   “HIREDGUNS”

     Over the last decade HIREDGUNS have done their time in the trenches, playing the smallest honky tonk beer joints.  They’ve played private parties, special events, bike rallies, weddings, and divorces.  They’ve also seen the big show, billed alongside the likes of Colt Ford, Confederate Railroad, Drivin n Cryin, Rehab, J.B. Walker and The Cheap Whiskey Band… the list goes on and on.  While touring the Southeastern United States, they have developed a legion of faithful followers known as the “Gunslingers” who will show up in droves to support the group.  The GUNS have used their time on the road to hone their craft, mastering their weapons, and slaying the crowds.  The band understands that by engaging the crowd, they can fill the dance floors, empty the beer coolers (Budweiser is the king of beers… A shameless plug for our sponsors) and make money for their employers.