Chris Cardenas - Lead Guitar, Vocals
Javier Figueroa - Drums, Vocals
Tim May - lLead Vocals, Harmonica
Rich Mortlock - lLead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Mike Pieper - Rhythm Guitar, Vocals
Scott Spencer - Bass, Vocals
The Skinny Little Twits are a favorite at many Los Angeles area venues. Their original songs are catchy with a decidedly classic rock feel. Hints of southern rock, blues and country add to their unique sound.
Based out of the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valleys, the Skinny Little Twits were founded in 1991 by guitarist Mike Pieper, vocalist Tim May and other "honorary" Twits. Writing together, they produced a moderate rock sound with influences from the Eagles, Doobie Brothers, and Eric Clapton. Early performances were casual coffeehouse gatherings with musician friends lending their talents to the mix.
The current line-up began to solidify in 1997 when Rich Mortlock joined as co-lead vocalist. Shortly thereafter, guitarist, Chris Cardenas, was introduced to the band. After brief stints with several drummers and bass players, Javier Figueroa filled the drummer position in 1998. The Twits were complete in 2000 with bass player, Scott Spencer.
In 1998 the Twits released a self-titled CD that was an instant sell-out among fans. The Skinny Little Twits opened for acts such as Christopher Cross and also performed in the support slot for The Doors tribute band, Wild Child.
In 1999, the Twits began recording their second CD. The year 2000 was highlighted by their opening act performance for Weird Al Yankovic on his "Running With Scissors" tour. In April 2001 the Skinny Little Twits released their long-awaited second full-length CD, To The Rescue!.
The Skinny Little Twits hone their sound, vocals and songwriting with regular Thursday night appearances at a local coffeehouse. They continue to perform shows throughout Southern California.
Future
Gigs:
Every Thursday Java N
Jazz (exceptions: Thanksgiving and day after
Christmas) Valencia Town Center, 24300 Town Center Drive, Valencia,
CA 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 20th Sherman Oaks Street
Fair On Ventura Blvd bet Van Nuys & Kester, Sherman Oaks,
CA 4:50 - 6:00 p.m.
Friday, October 25th Londoner 18511
Soledad Canyon Road, Canyon Country, CA 9:00 p.m. - midnight
Saturday, October 26th Private Party 8:00
- 10:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 27th Santa Clarita
Open-Air Market Saugus Speedway, 22500 Soledad Canyon Road, Saugus,
CA 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 10th
Santa
Clarita Open-Air Market Saugus Speedway, 22500 Soledad Canyon Road,
Saugus, CA 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday, November 22nd Londoner 18511
Soledad Canyon Road, Canyon Country, CA 9:00 p.m. -
midnight
Saturday, November 23rd The Dome 2201 "V"
Street, Bakersfield, CA 8:00 p.m. - midnight
Sunday, December 1st
Santa
Clarita Open-Air Market Saugus Speedway, 22500 Soledad Canyon Road,
Saugus, CA 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 7th Londoner 18511
Soledad Canyon Road, Canyon Country, CA 9:00 p.m. -
midnight
