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MoonShine Crazy

  • Genres
  • Cover Band
  • Tribute Band
  • Awards and Nominations
    • SAMMIES 2020 Winner★ Cover Band/Tribute Band ★1st Place
    • SAMMIES 2020 Nominee★ Cover Band/Tribute Band ★
    • SAMMIES 2019 Winner★ Cover Band/Tribute Band ★
    • SAMMIES 2019 Nominee★ Cover Band/Tribute Band ★
  • Musicians
    • Dave "Shoobie" Shafer — lead guitar, vocals
    • Jessica Spaid — lead vocals, mandolin, rhythm guitar
    • Mark Coudriet — drums, vocals
    • Ritch Shefke — bass, vocals
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Q & A

Can you describe a moment in your musical career, where you felt like you truly reached somebody or made a difference?

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Every once in awhile, someone will share how our music and shows have helped them through a rough time. We just feel honored that we can share some love through music.

Do you have regular gigs around town?

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Yes! We often play at Opera House Saloon (Old Roseville), Valencia Club “VC” (Penryn) and occasionally at PowerHouse Pub (Folsom).

Favorite colors?

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Black and red.

How do you feel about musical award competitions?

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I’m a music award competition junky. I love to watch new talent and critique.

If your band was a movie, what movie would it be?

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Dumb and Dumber. "Mock ... Ya! ... Ing ... Ya...!"

Is there a central theme to your band's music?

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Danceable and story-line relatable.

Name a pet peeve.

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People asking us questions mid-song. Lol!

Name a recent personal food trend.

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All things peanut butter ... and beer.

Tell us about how the band formed.

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Couple strangers (Mark and Jessica) decided to form a band and four years later we are accomplishing some musical goals! We are having a blast and feel so blessed.

Tell us about how you first started gigging.

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Jessica was seven months pregnant. So, we slowly rolled out MoonShine Crazy. It has been an exciting ride.

Tell us about your best gig in Sac.

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Hard to say! Every show is unique. Our favorite hometown Honky Tonk “VC” is always a blast and packs a crowd. Opera House Saloon has a great stage and dance floor. We also love playing fairs, fundraiser events and have recently played in some incredible historic buildings for major corporations. It’s always fun to meet new people and play in cool places.

What are your musical goals?

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Keep growing. Release some originals in 2020 and keep having a blast!

What did you want to be when you were 7?

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A singer! (I don’t know about the guys.)

What do you sing in the shower? (Be honest.)

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Whatever we’re learning as a band.

What drives you to keep playing even though the music industry can be so harsh?

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It’s simple. Music feeds our souls.

What message do you hope to give with your music?

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Hope. Music heals.

What was the first song you learned to play?

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As a band together: “Gunpowder & Lead” by Miranda Lambert.

What's next for the band?

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We hope to open for some national touring bands and create a mini-tour of our own this year.

What's the story behind the band name?

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MoonShine makes people go CRAZY! It’s a state of mind and everybody loves a little crazy!

What’s your favorite song to perform live right now?

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“Uptown Funk” is always a crowd pleaser so it energizes us and elevates the room!

When did you play your first gig in Sac?

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As a band, our first gig together was in 2016.

Who first inspired you to play music?

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Family.

Who is your secret star crush?

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Jessica’s is Jaime Fraser from TV show Outlander.

Words to live by?

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Play like it’s your last show. Be grateful.

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