Glen Allen, VA. (Top40 Charts/ Scott Emmerman) - The Hooter's new double CD entitled "Both Sides Live" features the new
Hohner Fire Melodica. The Hooters founder Rob Hyman received the first prototype of the new Melodica in summer 2008 and the band was so enthusiastic about the product that they placed it prominently on the cover of "Both Sides Live."
The new Fire Melodica is incredibly easy to play. Its piano keyboard provides a familiar interface for articulating melodies and harmonies. Rhythm and dynamics are directly controlled by the players' breath, naturally ebbing and flowing right through you. The Fire Melodica's frictionless keyboard makes the performance of rapid phrases and complex rhythms second nature, delivering an enormous range of emotion and expression. With fresh designs and innovative colors, Hohner, the inventor of the Melodica, once again has set the standard for the Melodica of the future.
The "Both Sides Live" double CD set features new live recordings of the biggest Hooters hits. The first disk, "The Electric Factory", was recorded at a live concert in their hometown of Philadelphia and presents The Hooters timeless hits complete with modern sound and fresh arrangements. The second disk "The Secret Sessions" was recorded at an intimate session for friends in Rob Hyman's Elm Street Studios and contains exclusive acoustic versions of all The Hooters' hits.
Bursting onto the Philadelphia music scene in 1980, The Hooters quickly became a huge success all along the East Coast. The Hooters' unique blend of ska, reggae and rock and roll was a fresh and powerful sound and in 1983, The Hooters released their first independent album "Amore", which sold over 100,000 copies. It was also during this time that Rob and co-founder Eric Bazilian wrote and played on Cyndi Lauper's debut album "She's So Unusual". Rob and Cyndi co-wrote the hit song "Time After Time". The Hooters' strong and powerful presence as performers and as songwriters led to their first major record deal in 1984 with Columbia Records. Their 1985 debut release "Nervous Night" quickly achieved Gold and Platinum status all over the world. Rolling Stone magazine named the Hooters the "Best New Band of the Year" in 1985. That year The Hooters were chosen as the very first band to perform at the historic Live Aid concert in Philadelphia. With unforgettable songs such as "Da! y By Day", "And We Danced", "Where Do The Children Go" and "All You Zombies" The Hooters have become a household name.
As Rob said in a recent interview: "Though time and miles have separated us over the years, whenever we all get in the same room, pick up our instruments, and start to jam, something magical instantly happens - we 'become' The Hooters. Being in a band with such great players and friends, over 25 years now, has been quite a blessing and fortunate experience."
"Both Sides Live" is available now and is a must for all Hooters fans. The new Hohner Fire Melodica will be available in stores in July 2009.
Hohner has manufactured and distributed musical instruments since 1857 and is one of the world's oldest musical instrument companies. Its U.S. brands include: Hohner Harmonicas, Accordions, Melodicas, Recorders, Fretted Instruments, and Hohner Kids Musical Toys; Sonor Drums, Sonor Orff; Lanikai Ukuleles; Rockwood by Hohner. Hohner, Inc. is located in Glen Allen, Virginia. For Hohner's U.S. dealer listings, please visit www.hohnerusa.com.
