"NO MATTER WHAT THEY SAY...IT'S ALWAYS ABOUT THE MUSIC"
THE CONTRACTORS
ABOUT US
********GREAT NEWS*********
THE CONTRACTORS HAVE ELEVEN NEW ORIGINAL SONGS ON ITUNES- AND TWO SONGS PLAYING ON XM RADIO - CHECK THEM OUT!!!!!!!
The Contractors band has performed all around the ArkLaTex area sharing their love of traditional country music. original songs, and popular classic hits. They bring years of musical experience as session musicians, singer/songwriters, and educators. They have opened for and played with Grammy award winning artist, J0-EL Sonnier many times. They also opened for Grammy nominated Dave Alexander and his Western Swing Band.
"The Contractors" band members include:
Lynn Wilson - vocals/lead guitar
Eddy Chastain - vocals/rhythm guitar
Tom Rice - bass
Woodie Thornton - drums
You can check out our new music on iTUNES, XM Radio, Spotify, Amazon, or LaMusica. Also available at no charge on www.Reverbnation.com under The Contractors
***CHECK OUT SOME OF THE NEW ORIGINAL SONGS BELOW***
The Contractors are excited about our show at the new Texas Country Music Association Event Center in Carthage on Friday, September 10th. Joining us will be special guest Grammy Award Winner-Jo-EL Sonnier. The Contractors will be playing at the Texas State Railroad Park on September 11, 2021 for a special 20th anniversary remembrance show with special guest, Grammy award winning singer/songwriter JO-EL Sonnier.
The Contractors first album of all original country songs is now available. "BROKEN PROMISES" is available in CD or thumb drive version.
**"WE'VE CONTRACTED THE BLUES" The Contractors have a new original blues album that has just come out. These original songs are part of a special project with the NPR for New York City. We are fusing our Texas country sounds with Latin beats and blues to create a "Texas Fusion." Our "Unaffordable Pleasure" album of Latin sounds will follow.
Booking
The Contractors are available for your next music venue. They have played at area outdoor concert events, restaurants, breweries, wineries, and festivals. We can tailor their performance to the size and needs of your venue.
From Garth to The Eagles, from Merle to CCR, and great original songs, The Contractors can provide an evening of easy listening favorites for your audience and customers.
NEW ALBUMS OF ALL ORIGINAL SONGS
BROKEN PROMISES
WE'VE CONTRACTED THE BLUES
WE'VE CONTRACTED THE BLUES
All new original country songs written by our own Lynn Wilson. Many of the singles are available on iTUNES, Spotify, Amazon, or you can contact us about the album.
WE'VE CONTRACTED THE BLUES
WE'VE CONTRACTED THE BLUES
WE'VE CONTRACTED THE BLUES
All new original blues songs. Many were written in collaboration with renowned Nashville lyricist Billy E. Henderson with Lynn Wilson providing the score and vocals. Several of the songs were also written by Lynn. Check out iTUNES, Spotify, Amazon, or contact us about the album.
New Original songs by The contractors
"BROKEN PROMISES, BROKEN MAN"
Written by our own Lynn Wilson and sung by Eddy Chastain, also of The Contractors. This song is available on iTUNES, Spotify, and ApplePlay.
"Velcro halo and snap on wings"
Latin Fusion Influence
Lyrics by renowned Nashville writer Billy E. Henderson and music composed and performed by our own Lynn Wilson with Tim Simpson on bass and Woodie Thornton on congas and percussion.
"she's just like magic"
"note in a bottle"
Check out this song written by Lynn Wilson of The Contractors. Available on iTUNES, Spotify, and Appleplay
"GONNA FIND LOVE"
"DEJA VOODOO"
"We've Contracted the Blues"
First song from our blues album. The lyrics for this song were written by Billy E. Henderson and score by Lynn Wilson. Special thanks to Billy for sharing some of his many gifts with The Contractors.
"Just Outside of Tucson"
Great new original song written by Lynn Wilson of The Contractors. This song was inspired by and is dedicated to our dear friend Stephanie.
"slow moving train"
Written and performed by our own Lynn Wilson. Available on iTUNES, Spotify, and ApplePLay. If you ever find yourself on the Royal Canadian Pacific Rail in Canada you can hear this song in the dining car thanks to our friend John the conductor. He loves this song and shares it with train conductors around the world. Thank you John, safe rails.
TIMOTHY SIMPSON - IN MEMORIUM
BASSIST EXTRAORDINAIRE
Timothy Simpson was not only a founding member of The Contractors Band and an amazing bass player ; he was a beloved friend to each of us. His music brought much joy to him, the band, and the audiences over the years. His passing came all too soon and he will be missed by everyone he touched.