Asleep At The Wheel

Asleep at the Wheel is an American Western swing band that has been performing since the early 1970s. The band was formed in Paw Paw, West Virginia, by Ray Benson and Lucky Oceans, who were both students at Antioch College at the time. Asleep at the Wheel is known for reviving and preserving the Western swing genre, which blends elements of jazz, country, blues, and swing music. The band's sound is characterized by its upbeat rhythms, jazzy horns, and virtuosic instrumental solos. Over the years, Asleep at the Wheel has released numerous albums and earned multiple Grammy Awards for their music. Some of their most well-known songs include "The Letter That Johnny Walker Read," "Route 66," and "Choo Choo Ch'Boogie." The band has undergone several lineup changes over the years, but Ray Benson has remained a constant presence as the band's lead vocalist and guitarist. Asleep at the Wheel continues to tour and perform regularly, delighting audiences with their infectious energy and authentic interpretation of Western swing music. Their dedication to the genre has earned them a reputation as one of the foremost ambassadors of Western swing, keeping this uniquely American style of music alive and well for new generations to enjoy.