The Accelerators

The Accelerators

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Name = The Accelerators


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Alias = Accelerators
Origin = Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Genre = Alternative rock
College rock
Rockabilly
Power pop
Years_active = 1982 – Present
Label = Dolphin
Profile
Sound Asleep Records
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The Accelerators are a rock 'n roll band from Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. They were formed in 1982 by singer/guitarist Gerald Duncan, and have since released 5 albums.

History

The Accelerators were started around 1982 in the growing Raleigh music scene. Their original lineup featured Gerald Duncan on lead vocals/guitar, Chris Moran on guitar/vocals, Keller Anderson on bass, and Doug Whelchel. They were picked up by the label Dolphin Records, and in 1983, they released their debut album, "Leave my Heart", which was produced by Don Dixon, bassist/singer of Arrogance. They had two low-budget music videos made for songs "Leave my Heart" and "Stiletto" directed by Steve Boyle. [http://www.youtube.com/comboland] They were aired on Whistle Test feature, "Comboland" in 1985, which had a short interview, and a piece of "Tears". "Leave My Heart" got the attention of Profile records, which was their label for their next two albums, "The Accelerators" in 1987 and "Dream Train" in 1991. Chris Moran and Keller Anderson left in 1987, and were replaced by Mike Johns on bass and Brad Rice on guitar. They gave the band an edgier, more electric sound for their second release.

Breakup

In 1991, the band released "Dream Train", produced by Dick Hodgin. Doug Whelchel was replaced by John Wurster, and Mike Johns was replaced by Ron Bartholomew. Bo Taylor also joined on guitar. This was unexpectedly their last record under Profile. Profile Records was closing, due to arguments between both of the owners. One of the partners "hated the band" and wanted them out. Profile records closed. This ended up in the band breaking up. Various members came in and out as the band still would play a show every now and then. The band went on a long, 9-year hiatus.

Recent work

In 2000, the band came back with "Nearer", their first record in 9 years. The album featured an entirely new lineup, with no original members except Gerald Duncan himself. This record was released independently, with not much touring support. The fans were the main supporters of this album. The band was picked up by Sound Asleep Records, and together, they have released a compilation album, entitled "Road Chill".

Discography

* 1983 - "Leave My Heart"
* 1987 - "The Accelerators"
* 1991 - "Dream Train"
* 2000 - "Nearer"
* 2007 - "Road Chill"

External links

* [http://www.theaccelerators.net The Accelerators' official website]
* [http://www.myspace.com The Accelerators' official Myspace page]


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