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Jake Hooker was born listening to the sounds of traditional country music through his father's west Texas country band. Jake began playing the bass at the age of seven and practiced diligently until he mastred the honky tonk sound. Jake formed his own band at the age of 14 and began performing. By the age of 18, Jake was playing bass and singing full time. He spent some time at South Plains College in Levelland, Texas, studying music and theory. Jake moved to the Fort Worth area in 1998 where he quickly became the local favorite. Jake signed with Southland Records that same year and began recording. Jake's popularity continues to grow. His love and passion for traditional country music never ceases. He feels it is necessary to relay that love to the fans who are so dedicated to it as well. There is no doubt that Jake is strongly influenced by the sounds of Ray Price, Johnny Bush, Farron Young, Curtis Potter, Leon Rausch and Darrell McCall. He spends much of his spare time studying these artists' music in depth. Jake is consumed by his dedication to the music and his hobbies include playing the drums and learning the steel guitar. Jake's graceful and professional image on the bandstand, along with his voice and talented band, make his show unbeatable. |
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At the age of ten, Jeff began his career on the drums. Taught by his uncle, Jeff decided early that this would be more than a hobby. Jeff graduated from Carroll High School in Southlake, Texas, in 1993. Throughout this time, his dedication and love for traditional country music grew. He began playing drums professionally with various bands in 1995. Jeff graduated from Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas, with a degree in Sport and Exercise Science in 1998. That same year, Jake met Jeff one night in the Fort Worth stockyards. They spoke at length about their interest and devotion to the sounds of "real" country music. At that time, a friendship was formed and Jeff began his professional career with The Outsiders soon after. The Outsiders are lucky to have the talent of such a young and devoted musician. Jeff's enthusiasm is contagious and his musical talents sound out loud and clear each time he performs. Jeff "The Kid" Croy is an essential component to The Outsiders and they are lucky to have him. |
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Anthony Wilson was born in Decatur, Texas, a small town north of Fort Worth on December 27, 1974. He grew up in a musically gifted family and developed an interest in playing music at a very early age. Anthony's first instrument was the guitar, which he started learning at age nine. He then became interested in learning to play the fiddle when he was sixteen. He began nurturing interest in music by competing in Texas Style fiddle contests and playing in jam sessions and various clubs and dance halls in the north Texas area. Anthony's love for music, however, is not limited to contest fiddling as he is proficient in Texas Swing, Country and Bluegrass. He is also gifted with a powerful voice. Anthony worked for years with such acts as Leona Williams, Johnny Rodriguez, Johnny Duncan, Leon Rausch and Fiddlin' Frenchie Burke. The Outsiders are glad he has returned to Texas to join the team. He is the perfect addition to group and will only add to the energy and professionalism performed on stage. |
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Rick Price was raised on "real" country music. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY and from his earliest recollection his father always had the radio on, was playing records or just pickin' the guitar. Through his father influence he started playing steel guitar at the age of 16. Soon he was playing with local bands on week-ends. After a two year stint in the Army Rick moved to Nashville in 1969 and within a week was hired by Stonewall Jackson. Two days later he made his first appearance playing on the Grand Ole Opry. Rick was also privileged to be a part of the first "live" album ever recorded at the Ryman auditorium, the original home of the Grand Ole Opry (Stonewall Jackson Live at the Grand Ole Opry). While in Nashville, he also worked a year with the famous Dave Dudley. Rick moved to San Antonio in 1972 and began working with Johnny Bush and the Bandoleros until 1981. Since then he has worked with many great artists across the state of Texas including Moe Bandy, Darrell McCall and Justin Trevino. Rick has also recorded with many different artists and singers. Rick brings many positive and professional attributes to the band - we are very lucky to have him on our team!
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