Meet The Music: Hooper
Hailing from Asbury Park, NJ Hooper's sound lies somewhere between country and rock, but doesn't sound totally like either one. The band was formed by 5 musicians who are also filmmakers, artists, surfers, and creatives who set out to do one thing: put on the best damn live show...every time they play.
Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?
Hailing from Asbury Park, NJ Hooper's sound lies somewhere between country and rock, but doesn't sound totally like either one. The band was formed by 5 musicians who are also filmmakers, artists, surfers, and creatives who set out to do one thing: put on the best damn live show...every time they play.
Q. What was the first song that you wrote together?
We wrote a song called “Nothin’ but Time” during the pandemic. Being stuck at home with nothing to do reminded us of being teenagers without a car.
Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?
We play a song called “Dallas” which is where our bass player and keyboard player lived as kids. The lyrics are an homage to a Waylon Jennings & Willie Nelson song, but instead of wanting to go to Texas, our song sings about not wanting to go back. Its a fun little jab at Dallas.
Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?
We love the eclectic and creative businesses in Asbury Park. In just a few blocks you have a world class recording studio at Lakehouse, delicious tacos at Mogo, amazing cookies at Sweet Dani B, a super cool hotel lounge at St.Laurent, the list goes on and on.
Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?
Our drummer has been known to put away many shrimp tacos after a long of surfing.
Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?
We were so excited to be play the Barefoot Country Music Festival in Wildwood NJ in June on the same bill as Blake Shelton, Darrius Rucker and Lainey Wilson. Next up for us is the MojoFestival in Farmingdale.
Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?