The Simple Ones
Shangri-La Records
Spurred on by Memphis brethren The Grifters the Simple Ones ruled the loud
club and recording studio scene in Memphis from early 1991 until the latter
part of the decade. Owing as much inspiration to the The Pixies, the Simple Ones served up hooks that would kill Mike Tyson (and that
bad-haired promoter of his). Jared McStay wrote the lyrics and strummed the
melodies, Jim McDermott laid down the bass lines, and Mark provided the
backbeat (later replaced by Grifter recording fanatic Roy Berry). After two
full releases and a plethora of singles, the Simple Ones have been regrouping
in various pop-based bands, performances, and recording projects in Memphis.
Jeanne Acceturo
last updated:
08/10/01
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