Who they are...
The Wayward Sons are one of Central Texas' premiere live bands. They formed in the early
90's as a "for the fun of it" garage-band to a full-force live juggernaut. David is the last of that
original lineup. Joel has been a "Son" since '97, and of course Clayton just got here...
The Wayward Sons are one of Central Texas' premiere live bands. They formed in the early
90's as a "for the fun of it" garage-band to a full-force live juggernaut. David is the last of that
original lineup. Joel has been a "Son" since '97, and of course Clayton just got here...
About their music...
Although classified as a country-rock band, these guys could easily fall into a number of
different categories, depending on which night you catch them. They play traditional country,
some Top 40, Texas music, rock and roll, polka, and some other stuff we won't get into here.
Although classified as a country-rock band, these guys could easily fall into a number of
different categories, depending on which night you catch them. They play traditional country,
some Top 40, Texas music, rock and roll, polka, and some other stuff we won't get into here.
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What they do...
The Wayward Sons make every show fun. They are a party band, no matter the venue. From
the tiny bars to the private wedding receptions to the big stages where they've opened for
some big national acts, they always put on a great show.
The Wayward Sons make every show fun. They are a party band, no matter the venue. From
the tiny bars to the private wedding receptions to the big stages where they've opened for
some big national acts, they always put on a great show.
Who they've opened for...
Here's a list of big acts the Sons have opened up for: Sons of the Desert, Deryl Dodd, Charlie
Robison, The Great Divide, Hank Williams III, Cory Morrow, Stoney LaRue, Jerry Jeff Walker,
Gary Allan, The Warren Brothers, Johnny Rodriguez, and that's just for starters.
Here's a list of big acts the Sons have opened up for: Sons of the Desert, Deryl Dodd, Charlie
Robison, The Great Divide, Hank Williams III, Cory Morrow, Stoney LaRue, Jerry Jeff Walker,
Gary Allan, The Warren Brothers, Johnny Rodriguez, and that's just for starters.
Members...
David Lednicky - Vocals / Bass Guitar
Originally an acoustic guitarist, David switched over to the bass
guitar to open new doors in his songwriting. A proficient
songwriter, the "Sons" perform several of his tunes at each of
the shows. There are several crowd favorites, including the
always popular "Sunday Beer on a Saturday Night." David's
influences range far and deep, and he cites the Beatles, Jim
Lauderdale, and Barry Manilow as some of them. He also
draws from artists like Deryl Dodd and Drew Womack, who are
both long-time friends and successful on the bigger state and
national circuits...
Joel R. Wood - Vocals / Guitars / Harmonica / Keyboards
The most energetic member of the band, Joel puts everything
he has into each performance. Also a talented songwriter, Joel
has recently started doing more of his own material in the
shows. Although he grew up on "traditional" country, his
musical influences are varied from George Strait to Waylon
Jennings to Reckless Kelly, as well as other artists like Mike
McClure, Brian Burns, Wade Bowen, and Jack Ingram. As the
only guitarist in the lineup, he has to intertwine his solos and
fills around his rhythm playing, creating a subtle mixture of the
two. Joel was also an acoustic guitarist, but is now the lead
guitarist, but he and David still occasionally do some acoustic
shows on the side, often showcasing a lighter spin on their full
show...
Clayton Love - Drums / Percussion / Vocals
The "new guy", Clayton comes to the 'Sons with a lot of varied
experience. He has played in a few different bands, including a
Top 40 country band, a Tejano band, and recently a metal
band which went way beyond what Metallica plays. Clayton
says that at the time, he didn't care what the music was, just so
he had the opportunity to be playing in a working band. Now,
Clayton says this is more his speed, with the country and rock
mix that the Wayward Sons are known for. Quite easily the best
musician of the group, Clayton plays bass guitar as well as he
drums, but since the bass spot was already filled, well...
David Lednicky - Vocals / Bass Guitar
Originally an acoustic guitarist, David switched over to the bass
guitar to open new doors in his songwriting. A proficient
songwriter, the "Sons" perform several of his tunes at each of
the shows. There are several crowd favorites, including the
always popular "Sunday Beer on a Saturday Night." David's
influences range far and deep, and he cites the Beatles, Jim
Lauderdale, and Barry Manilow as some of them. He also
draws from artists like Deryl Dodd and Drew Womack, who are
both long-time friends and successful on the bigger state and
national circuits...
Joel R. Wood - Vocals / Guitars / Harmonica / Keyboards
The most energetic member of the band, Joel puts everything
he has into each performance. Also a talented songwriter, Joel
has recently started doing more of his own material in the
shows. Although he grew up on "traditional" country, his
musical influences are varied from George Strait to Waylon
Jennings to Reckless Kelly, as well as other artists like Mike
McClure, Brian Burns, Wade Bowen, and Jack Ingram. As the
only guitarist in the lineup, he has to intertwine his solos and
fills around his rhythm playing, creating a subtle mixture of the
two. Joel was also an acoustic guitarist, but is now the lead
guitarist, but he and David still occasionally do some acoustic
shows on the side, often showcasing a lighter spin on their full
show...
Clayton Love - Drums / Percussion / Vocals
The "new guy", Clayton comes to the 'Sons with a lot of varied
experience. He has played in a few different bands, including a
Top 40 country band, a Tejano band, and recently a metal
band which went way beyond what Metallica plays. Clayton
says that at the time, he didn't care what the music was, just so
he had the opportunity to be playing in a working band. Now,
Clayton says this is more his speed, with the country and rock
mix that the Wayward Sons are known for. Quite easily the best
musician of the group, Clayton plays bass guitar as well as he
drums, but since the bass spot was already filled, well...
Who's been along for the ride...
Although David has been here from the get-go, there have been a handful of guys and a girl
who have been in the band at one point or another. Here they are: Patrick Lednicky, Chuck
Owen, Mike Marek, Sonny Tlustos, Gary Parma, Melinda Lednicky, and J.C. Pringle. Another
person who also has to be on this list is on-again/off-again sound engineer Richard Lednicky.
(If I've left someone out, send us an email and we'll get it fixed...)
Although David has been here from the get-go, there have been a handful of guys and a girl
who have been in the band at one point or another. Here they are: Patrick Lednicky, Chuck
Owen, Mike Marek, Sonny Tlustos, Gary Parma, Melinda Lednicky, and J.C. Pringle. Another
person who also has to be on this list is on-again/off-again sound engineer Richard Lednicky.
(If I've left someone out, send us an email and we'll get it fixed...)
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