The Firecat of Discord released their first CD in 1998 entitled:
Firecat of Discord was formed in 1995, in Santa Fe,
New Mexico by five musician-songwriters who wanted to perform their
original songs. They started playing around Santa Fe and Northern New
Mexico, and soon developed a loyal and enthusiastic following.
Several Firecat songs were used for the soundtrack of
the film Bonnie Looks away's Iron Art Wagon. Since the release of their first
CD, Firecat of Discord, the band has become known nationally. In 2000 the
Firecats hit the road with performances at the Native American Music
Festival in Arizona and The Oneida Casino in Wisconsin, sharing the bill
with Rita Coolidge and Walela.
Each member of the band brings a different and unique
background and perspective to the musical mix of Firecat. Their songs
reflect the influences of Country, Rock, Jazz, and Native American music.
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Bass Player Wes Studi:
Best known as an actor in such films as Geronimo, Last of the
Mohicans, Heat,and Mystery Men, is rooted in Country-Rock and R&B with a
Cherokee twist.
Lead Vocalist Maura Dhu:
Originally hails from Los Angeles, where she was known for singing Jazz and
Pop infused with ethnic rhythms.
Oneida Artist and Playwrite Bruce King:
Doubles on guitar and vocals. Having performed in New York and Chicago as
well as Santa Fe, his music leans toward Rock with a touch of the Blues
and a dash of Motown.
Viola Player Gary Storm: The sole
native New Mexican in the band, Gary Storm was a well known All-Night Radio
Disc Jockey in Buffalo, New York, where he also fronted several bands.
Lead Guitarist James Sadoti:
Sadoti has played Jazz, Bluegrass, R&B, and led the Jazz trio
Hip Talk.
Kenny Passarelli, Keyboards:
Well known as a bass player with music legends Elton John, Joe
Walsh and Otis Taylor.
Drummer Bob Studie:
Studie has been a professional musician since his early teens, playing
around Tulsa, with his brothers in the band Cherokee Nation. Switching to
lead guitar he formed Cherokee Express, a popular band in Oklahoma which
made the move to Nashville.
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