CRESTVIEW — As Tucker Ewing, Mike Ingram and Charlie Buice prepare for their 12:30 p.m. Saturday performance, they're putting finishing touches on their first album.
The Rips' debut album, which is all about vintage surf rock, is scheduled for a spring release. Copies will be available in early April at their upcoming shows, and on iTunes.
And the Destin band's anticipation is building.
"We are incredibly excited about this album," Ewing said. "(It) will really showcase our sound: classic and vintage, yet original and catchy."
Q&A
Where are you from?
Tucker Ewing, lead vocalist and bass guitarist: Born and raised in Colorado; lives in Santa Rosa Beach. Mike Ingram, vocalist and electric guitarist: Born and raised in Destin. Charlie Buice: Born and raised in Fort Walton Beach.
(To the vocalists) With the guitars, beards and matching sunglasses, I have to ask: Are you guys related? Ha ha! We have no blood relation, but we certainly feel like family!
How long have you been making music together? Charlie and Mike have been playing in different bands together for years. And after meeting Tucker in November of 2014, The Rips were formed.
Why did you become a musician?
Tucker: I remember being captivated by bands and musicians at a young age, and knowing that I wanted to be on stage.
But the real turning point for me was when I started writing my own music. At that point, I quickly realized that singing and playing my own music was my favorite thing in the world.
What's in store for Triple B attendees?
Our tunes are inspired by music from the 50s, 60s and 70s, meaning, our sound has vintage guitar tones, catchy grooves and sticky melodies that you can't get out of your head.
What's your favorite song to perform as a guitarist? As a drummer?
For all of us, playing songs that we wrote is the most fulfilling.
What's next for The Rips?
The future is looking very bright for us. We will be playing locally along the Gulf Coast through the summer, and then we will begin doing small tours starting in the fall.
From there, we plan to keep traveling, writing and recording, as much as possible.
WANT MORE INFORMATION?
See The Rips' photos, videos and performance dates at www.facebook.com/theripstunes and www.theripstunes.com.
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This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Triple B: Surfer rock group to play before new album drops