The Wildparty Sheiks
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The Wildparty Sheiks were an American acoustic blues music quartet.[1] Based in New York City, they were active from 1998 until late 2002, specializing in a revival of the "jug band" and "hokum" genres of African-American string band music originally performed in the early twentieth century (specifically, the late 1920's through the mid-1930's). Each member of the Wildparty Sheiks assumed a 'Sheik' pseudonym/stage name; they typically performed adorned in costumes such as silk robes, tuxedo suits, and fezzes.
The band's lineup was:
| Real Name | Pseudonym | Instrument(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Royce | Sheik Professor Honeycat Crozet | Mandolin, Tenor Guitar, Backing Vocals |
| Frank Gresham | Sheik Crazy Wild Surprise | Resophonic Guitar, Lead Vocals, Mouth Trumpet |
| Joe LeSage | Sheik Liquid Giuseppe LeSage | Bass, Backing Vocals, Miscellanea |
| Willis DeBarge | Sheik Uptown Willis DeBarge | Drums, Engineering |