The sophomore release explores more of the bang side of the band; the title track was reproduced and rewritten for the University of Nevada's wolf pack football team.

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COUNTRY: Country Rock, COUNTRY: Country Pop



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What has happened to the great âliveâ country music that once existed in Northern Nevada? Country music is very much alive within Rick Hays & American Steel! They are constantly sought after at the biggest Special Events and Venues in Northern Nevada.
âNational Finals Senior Pro Rodeoâ
âNeal McCoy/Truckerfest Concertâ
âAndy Griggs Concertâ
âChris LeDoux Concertâ
âLacy J. Dalton Concertâ
âJuice Newton Concertâ
âDan Seals Concertâ
âMark Chesnutt Concertâ
âBartley Ranch Outdoor Amphitheatreâ
âReno Rodeoâ
âTruckee Rodeoâ
âFernley Rodeoâ
âFallon Rodeoâ
âWinnemucca Rodeoâ
âBest in the West, Nugget Rib-Cook Offâ
âSparks Hometown Farmers Marketâ
âSparks Concert In The Parkâ
âGardnerville Craft Fairâ
âFernley 4th of Julyâ
The Upstage Center, Carson City
Bridgeport Ranch, Bridgeport, CA.
âAir National Guard
Enlisted Leadership Symposiumâ
âCarson City Brewery Arts Centerâ
âPure Country, Sparksâ
âNV 50, Carson Cityâ
âDick & Janes, Renoâ
âJohn Ascugaâs Nugget, Sparksâ
âKarls Silver Club, Renoâ
âHarrahâs Reno Plazaâ
Sands Casino, Reno
Sharkeyâs Nugget Casino, Gardnerville
Carson Station Casino, Carson City
Harveyâs Casino, Lake Tahoe
âHaywire, Renoâ
âJoe Bobâs Carson Cityâ
âSand-Winds, Fallonâ
âThe Roper, Fallonâ
âWings Over the Valleyâ
âRocky Mountain Elk Foundationâ
âQuail Unlimitedâ
âNational Mule Deer Foundationâ
Thatâs Entertainment Inc. Folsom, CA.
Scott Dean Agency, Reno
Sierra Event Co, Lake Tahoe
Stew Stewart, Reno

The band is in high demand. They play their original songs from their debut CD âWhoâsâ Your Cowboy Now?â some of the new original songs for their new CD âNEVADATUDEâ, cover classic country, new country, and classic rock as well. Always a great show, the band has the ability to read the crowd, and create a great environment.

Rick Hays & American Steel is;

Rick Hays â Lead Vocals & Bass Guitar
Scott Klien â Drums & Percussion
Rick Bowden â Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar, & Vocals
Tommy Stiles â Steel Guitar & Dobro
Sean Rold â Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, &Vocals
Dennis Long â Sound Engineer
Ted Nelson â Light Engineer

On June 2001, the band released their debut CD single âThe Outlaw,â which has received great reviews by PD/MD âValerie Ferrari of KUBB 94.5 FM Cub Country Radio,â and by APD/MD âChuck Reeves of KBUL 98.1 FM The Bull.â The band has had the honor of having their CD distributed by Corral West, Reno, Nevada, www.CDBABY.com , and www.TowerRecords.com as well as their own web site.

Rick Hays & American Steel released their first full CD âWhoâs Your Cowboy Now?â on June 2002. The CD is full of a variety of songs that make you; Laugh (Loser Boozer, & Whoâs Your Cowboy Now?) Cry (You Canât Love Me Like You Used To âwhich features Lacy J. Daltonâ, & Call On Me), Want To Make Love (Little Cards and Letters) and songs that make you want to Stand Up And Cheer (Hey).

On Jun 17, 2005 The band released their next CD âNEVADATUDE.â . There are some crowd favorites such as âWrong Wayâ a story about a man who makes some poor choices, going the wrong way on a one way road. âBring It On Home,â is a story about a Man who tells how lucky he is to have a loving Woman who will tell him, âBring It On Home,â at the end of a hard day. âInside Out,â tells what it is like to have someone look so deeply into you they see everything, and âAutumn Leavesâ which is a ballad about lost love and the turning of the colors. The band also has welcomed their newest members Sean Rold and Scott Klien into the group. Sean is an incredible guitarist, vocalist and songwriter. Sean was formerly the sound engineer for the band. His talents definitely help keep the band at the top. Scott is the latest addition to the band. He has drummed for Englebert Humperdink, and many other great artist. Both Scott and Sean are accomplished artist on their own. Now as the newest addition to the band, a new polished sound has been brought to life for the band as they approach their 3rd CD.

The band has not only had luck with their music, and their fans, but have also been noticed by 94.5FM Cub Country Radio, who have made Rick Hays & American Steel their Official House Band. Next came the attention of Coors Brewing Company, and New West Distributing who now sponsor the band as well. Next came Capital Ford, who stood behind the band, and now the band drives a brand new F-250 Turbo Diesel Ford truck from Capital Ford to each show and enjoy sharing all of the great Coors beverages with all of their great fans! Of course, the drive to and from the show is great when they turn on their radio, and listen to 94.5FM Cub Country Radio. After all of that, it is definitely showtime. If you want to hear the band at home, or find out the show schedule, you can find the bandâs web site, www.RickHays.com Of course you can always see the band every other month at their home club âPure Country Dance Hall & Saloon in Sparks, Nevada.

In August 2005, the band caught the attention of University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) football coach Chris Ault. The coach liked the title track of the CD, âNEVADATUDE,â and decided he wanted that song to be used for the UNR football team. So, he asked Rick and the guys to go back in the studio and do a re-write of the lyrics to better match the football team.

Today, the band is out playing their music from their last 2 CDâs, cover songs, and writing and playing new songs for their 3rd CD. You too can enjoy the great âliveâ country entertainment of Rick Hays & American Steel. If you have a special event, Rick Hays & American Steel can help make it a successful and memorable one.

Who says country music isnât alive in Northern Nevada. It is, and itâs alive with Rick Hays & American Steel. Country music with NEVADATUDE!
For booking information please call or visit; Rick Hays (775) 772-4297
www.RickHays.com