Current members: David “Automatic Slim” Carreon, guitar and vocals; Scott Stump, drums; Jim Harrell, guitar; Jack DiPietro, bass; “Lazy” Lenny Rabenovets, harmonica; Steve Potter, bass
Founded in: 1989
Style: blues and roots rock
Influenced by: Lefty Dizz, Ike Turner, Jimmy Vaughan, Los Lobos
Notable: The band will perform at Artscape in the La Chica Records Galaxy of Stars lineup, which features other acts from the local label.
Quotable: “It’s always nice for us guys who are always playing to get to hang out with other guys who are playing — whether it’s local bands or national acts,” Carreon said. “Festivals are always fun, and it’s nice to play in our hometown.”
For more information about Automatic Slim, visit www.automaticslim.com.
— Sam Sessa
