Snappy Crotch Kicks – El Paso’s Best Local Folk Rock Profile
Snappy Crotch Kicks
Who are all the members of your band, and what do they play?
Angel Gonzalez-drums/vocals
Nathan Zeller-guitar/vocals
Gabe Escandon-bass/Vocals
When did the band get together, and how?
Founded in El Paso in 2003. Nate and Angel met at work and became musical partners. Going though many bass players through the years, until Gabe, who’s Angel’s cousin and the crotch kicks “merch-man,” saw the opportunity and took advantage to jump into the bass spot for SCK.
How would you describe your music to someone?
The Snappy Crotch Kicks are diverse people so the music is too. Mostly rock and roll but we dabble with hip-hop, reggae, punk.
Who are some of the bands that influence your music?
Our personal music heroes range as well. Cramps, the Clash, The Beatles, Rancid, O’l Dirty Bastard, Phish, The Misfits, and Suicidal Tendencies to name a few.
What is your most memorable gig so far?
Snappy crotch kicks most memorable show so for was at Tricky Falls March 8 th 2012. The Crotch Kicks opened up for their childhood heroes Agent Orange and was introduced to the El Paso punk scene.
Are you currently signed to any kind of label or management?
SCK is currently local and independent.
What other bands have your members been/are in?
We all have projects in El Paso we participate in. In the past Nate and Angel were members the Deviants, and Vertigo Shock, Angel played drums briefly for Fixed Idea. Angel also plays with Psyphaunknow. Nathan Zeller Djs on the dance scene.
Where can people contact you to book you for shows?
The Snappy Crotch Kicks can be contacted by phone at 915 691 0865
Check out the Snappy Crotch Kicks Website
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