Biography

Gene Moreno-Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar David Stockton-Bass Guitar, Harmony Vocals, Harmonica Matthew Groll-Drums, Harmony Vocals Bo Carter-Lead Guitar, Harmony Vocals Gene is the “front man” for the group, supplying lead vocals and rhythm/ lead guitar. He was born in South Texas and grew up on a ranch in Goliad County. Gene is one of the principal songwriters of the band, supplying a hefty portion of the songs on the first two albums and penning every tune on the third. He’s a good old country boy with enough college hours to be a doctor, and is a very driven individual, obsessed with success. He stresses the small things but his attention to detail is priceless when composing music with the band. David is the bass player, harmony vocalist, and a songwriter for the band. Being the only son to a South Texas blues musician he learned the ropes at a young age. While it’s rumored he has ADD, the truth is his brain runs at full throttle and sometime it‘s hard to keep up. David channels his seemingly unlimited energy into his stage performance. Broken low B string? …check. He has unlimited patience and makes a hobby out of repairing broken equipment. The soldering kit he tucks under the seat comes in handy more times than not. David has a heart of gold and knows no strangers. Matt is the drummer and youngest member of the group. While growing up on a small ranch in Victoria county he quelled boredom by spinning his parent’s old Gary Stewart and Eagles records on a dusty record player for hours on end. Matt’s folks were avid dancers and their constant trips to Schroeder Hall when he was a child afforded him a chance to connect with the musicians. Matt was known as “The Kid” and was often found at the end of the night asleep next to the drum kit with cotton shoved in his ears. Often referred to as the “long haired country boy” of the band, Matt’s laid back nature, common sense attitude, and the simple way he goes about his work keeps the band grounded and solid. Bo is the newest addition to Highspeed Hayride. He hails from Lake Jackson, Texas and plays lead guitar and sings harmony vocals. Bo is also a dedicated songwriter and one day hopes get his own side- project off the ground. While long time friends, Bo didn’t actually join the group until early 2008 when a chance meeting brought everyone together. His dedication to the band and his willingness to do anything asked of him make him indispensable to his band mates. The band has seen a couple of member changes over the years while searching for the last puzzle piece and, finally, the piece fits. His talent blended with the already formidable lineup creates an unstoppable tour de force that leaves you wanting more. He’s also a great guy to have around if it ever comes down to fisticuffs. 2008 finds Highspeed Hayride releasing their third album (self titled) and burning up the highway and charts. Staying true to themselves, the band independently funded and recorded the new album with a small group of friends, the way they wanted to, and it has turned out to be the band’s most moving work to date. Painstakingly recorded between tours, the project is a true representation of Highspeed Hayride. Check the calendar and don‘t miss your chance to get involved with this group. They will gladly welcome you to their camp with open arms. “Real music, for real people, done right” was the goal and they hit the mark.