Abe Reid & the Spikedrivers stand alone as the unofficial guardians of the traditional art of “blood & guts” musical performance, serving to the masses a blend of Piedmont blues and raw rock 'n roll. After a humble nod to the past, the music blossoms into an experience rich in relevancy and value. Folks of all types relate to the sincerity embodied within each performance.

Abe Reid, from Statesville, NC, growls out old tunes and screaming harmonica with mastery, and now he unleashes authentic finger picking and soloing techniques on the unsuspecting guitar enthusiast. Abe's characteristic piedmont style inspires countless imitations and makes getting the blues enjoyable. He's an innovator, creating infectious melodies that deliver some of the most potent assaults on the English language since Allen Ginsberg howled his ass off.

Abe Reid & the Spikedrivers stand alone as the unofficial guardians of the traditional art of “blood & guts” musical performance, serving to the masses a blend of Piedmont blues and raw rock 'n roll. After a humble nod to the past, the music blossoms into an experience rich in relevancy and value. Folks of all types relate to the sincerity embodied within each performance.

8/6 Millinium Center, Winston Salem, NC (Private Party)
8/7 Wherehouse, Durham, NC (tenative) 9/3 Hillsboro, NC (see musicmaker.org)
9/5 BLUE RAGS REUNION, Grey Eagle, Asheville NC
9/6 BLUE RAGS REUNION, Grey Eagle, Asheville NC

*Every Wed Nite SCREAMIN' JAYS, MoDaddy's, Asheville NC
(Abe plays with them on special occasions) Call in advance