The South Austin Moonlighters aka S.A.M play an eclectic mix of songs, from heartfelt soul to “sh*t-kickin’ country,” and from funky New Orleans funk to raucous rock-n-roll. Somehow it all comes together, creating a magical essence that has earned the band a loyal following. In the year of 2011 five friends gathered out of mutual admiration to play music and get back to the basics of having fun dubbing themselves The South Austin Moonlighters. All stemming from successful Austin Texas bands S.A.M. consist of Aaron Beavers of Shurman, Phil Hurley of Stonehoney, Lonnie Trevino Jr of Deadman, Josh Zee of the Mother Truckers and Phil Bass of Monte Montgomery's Band. After the first live show it was evident that the magic of this line up was potent and quickly gained a loyal and faithful following on their Tuesday night residency at the Saxon Pub.
