Mike Herrera's Tumbledown
| Mike Herrera's Tumbledown | |
|---|---|
| Genres | Alternative Country, Cowpunk |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Labels | End Sounds, Cafeina Riot Radio Records |
| Website | |
| Members |
Mike Herrera Jack Parker Marshall Trotland Harley Trotland |
Mike Herrera's Tumbledown is an alternative country band from Bremerton, Washington consisting of MxPx guitarist/vocalist Mike Herrera and Rocky Point All Stars.[1] The name "Tumbledown" comes from a line of Woody Guthrie's biography, which mentioned a "tumbledown kind of town." They are currently signed to End Sounds, which is based in Austin, Texas.[2] In Mexico, they are signed to Cafeina Riot Radio Records. [3]
Influences/Sound
Herrera has pointed out that he has been writing country songs since 1998, and that this project has been long awaited. He has cited Whiskeytown, Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, and Bill Monroe among influences. The songs "Ballad of a Factory Man", "Sunny in Dallas", and "Lonesome" posted on Tumbledown's Myspace page, feature Herrera's unmistakable vocals and penchant for catchy melodies with a backing of classic country instrumentation far removed from MxPx's distinctive punk rock sound. The band has often covered MxPx songs at their shows, showcasing Herrera's ability to write songs that are versatile enough to excel in any genre.
Discography
Extended plays:
- 2007: 3 Songs
- 2008: Atlantic City EP
- 2008: Atlantic City 7"
- 2009: Tumbledown/Yesterday's Ring split 7"
- 2010: Arrested in El Paso Blues Picture Disc 7"
Full-length albums
- 2009: Tumbledown
- 2010: Empty Bottle
Singles:
- 2007: Ballad of a Factory Man
- 2008: Atlantic City
- 2009: The Butcher of San Antone