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Surf Strider Band was formed in 2020 by Strider Slocum (vocals and guitar) and Eric Parent (bass guitar), both formerly of the Wooden Bones. Joined by Chris Schelleng on guitar, the band quickly developed a unique sound blending genres like jam band, reggae, classic rock, country, blues, and punk. In late 2023, Raymond Kingston took over as drummer after Zeljko Mikulic departed.

 

In 2021, the band released Be Here Now and Sunset, followed by the 2022 album Surf Strider Band Live! At the Parrot. The 2024 singles Take Off and Hope Road further showcase their evolving style.

 

About the Band Members:

Strider sings, shreds, and occasionally remembers to tune his guitar. As the frontman of Surf Strider, he’s the guy yelling into the mic, writing lyrics at weird hours, and making sure every song has just the right amount of chaos. He’s all about energy, fast beats, and making music that gets people moving—whether on the dance floor or just aggressively nodding along. When he’s not playing, he’s probably thinking about playing, arguing about setlists, or trying to get Fred (his 90-pound golden retriever) to approve new riffs. Strider believes in loud amps, decaf coffee, and never letting a song get boring.

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Hailing from Virginia, Chris’s musical journey began with folk, country, bluegrass, classical, and 60’s rock. His first guitar was a plywood acoustic passed down from his mother, and his eclectic influences span from Merle Haggard to Kraftwerk and Wilco. Chris is known for his fluid approach to music, playing every song with a unique twist.

 

A native of Chiltonville, Plymouth, Eric’s love for music knows no bounds. With roots in classic rock, first-wave alternative, and Motown, Eric’s bass lines are as versatile as they are infectious, constantly driving the rhythm of the band.

 

Drummer, producer, and mixing engineer Ray Kingston is a lifelong musician with a background in a variety of musical styles. Experienced in the studio and on stage, from seedy bars to symphonic halls, basement recording to state-of-the-art studios, he enjoys creative collaboration with musicians from all walks. Find Ray on Instagram @ray.kingston.music or YouTube at Ray Kingston Music.

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What Fans Say:

“The Surf Strider Band is a jam band that takes on all genres of music from their originals to the Grateful Dead, Phish, Reggae, Blues, Classic Rock to Punk and everything in between. They make it their own and get people up and dancing. The guitar and drum solos are so much fun!” — GM

 

“Surf Strider was a big hit at Plymouth PorchFest this year and entertained us during our ChalkArt event. Talented musicians performing a wide variety of music – fun, lively, and upbeat!” — Robin

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