What's In a Name?

What's in a Name?

When you hear the word "RHYMSHOT" you can think of many things. Is it rock, country, what genre of music is this? Well, this name has been used by our band for several years...I am careful not to say how many. When we begin meeting in our bass player's house for rehearsals without a name in the early years...it came to us loud and clear. "Hey, can't you just use a "rhymshot" on that song we shouted at the drummer?" Now, to us, that was it...the one name we were searching for. The one name that would stand out. Well, it has many times left us spelling the pronunciation to folks who just couldn't catch it. We have been called Rhythum shot, or Rhimeshot...and everytime we were happy that folks just remembered who we were. We have had the chance to change names many times, and just can't let it go because we have a heritage with the name.

Rhymshot has stood for a lot of things over the past few years. Mostly, a group of singers and songwriters that for some strange reason stopped playing, only to begin again. And this time...who knows what just might happen. But...we haven't stopped yet.

We have had the chance to open for many major label performers and spent several years on the road opening for legends like Johnny Paycheck and too many to name that made an influence on us in the early years. Singing beside Tammy Wynette and so many legendary singers that have left a mark in music are what have opened the door for those of us who still perform today. The early years...wow, I can only say that it is the early years that have taught us who we are today.

The songs you can now listen to via our myspace site are our way of expressing how we feel about life. http://www.myspace.com/ - RhymshotCountry. Two songs are posted as of today and there are 4 other songs coming - so stay tuned. Each of our songs were written by us with the exception of "Gods up to Something" which was written by our friend Terry Dennis. It just fit the mold of music we are drawn to and perfectly gave us six songs that we believe in and hope you enjoy.

It is the experiences in life that make us who were are. I am thankful for the chance to have gone through the journey with this special group of friends and fellow musicians who have always called themselves Rhymshot.

So, what's in a name? So much more than imaginable. It is journeys, struggles, hurts, smiles, laughter, adventures and years of looking back and thanking God for all you learned and all you continue to learn. Our songs are both country and christian and we hope you will share your thoughts with us on how the tunes make you feel.

When we started on the writing project last fall, we listened to our hearts and just let it flow. We feel like the songs we have written can lift you up and maybe help you no matter where your life is headed.

What a ride life is. We only get one go around. So ride it kicking, screamin all the way down. Keep keepin on ....your gonna make it through. He's given me and you - One Go Around.

Until next time, we appreciate the chance to share our music with you. Thanks for the myspace views and listens. Stay tuned for more.

Take care - God Speed!

RHYMSHOT