Povertyneck Hillbillies
from 15221, US


  • Hometown
    Pittsburgh, PA
  • Inspiration
  • Label
    Unsigned

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In early 2000, a chance meeting between Chris Higbee and Chris "Abby" Abbondanza led to beginning of The PovertyNeck Hillbillies. Five years later, The PovertyNeck Hillbillies are a six member band formed from the roots of talent, ambition and a genuine passion for country music. Chris Higbee (fiddle), Abby (lead vocals), Dave Cramer (keyboards, vocals), Ryan Lucotch (drums), Jeff Volek (bass), and Junior (electric guitar) are the magic six from the outskirts of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania that make this group unlike any other country act that is out there. The charismatic, live performances that The PovertyNeck Hillbillies deliver night after night to thousands of fans of all ages and cowboy boot sizes are a true testament to why this group is the greatest new band in the world of country music. Abby's vocals blend a deep, country twang with a hint of rocknroll gravel, and are backed by powerful harmonies in songs such as, "She Rides Wild Horses" and "Mr. Right Now." The six piece band provides the full, articulate sound that makes The PovertyNeck Hillbillies unique in their genre. As the official band of the Pittsburgh Steelers, PNH has a deep loyalty to their hometown soil, where in 2005 their debut release sold over 2,100 units in the first week of distribution. "Hillbilly State of Mind" sold over 30,000 units regionally, attracting national attention from the Country Music Association, who promptly named the band one of the "top independent artists of 2005." Producer/manager, Bob Corbin (Kenny Rogers, Hank Williams Jr. and Alabama) has been with the band since the beginning and is the songwriter behind some of the album's greatest tunes. The album will hit stores on June 6th, 2006 and will come with a bonus two hour DVD featuring a live concert/documentary, produced by WQED in Pittsburgh. The documentary has been in syndicated rotation on PBS stations in over twenty states nationwide. As regional heavyweights with national radio, television and media attention, The PovertyNeck Hillbillies are rapidly becoming country music's fastest rising stars.

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  • PovertyNeck Hillbillies 4 life I miss PNH, i hope all of you are doing well, i just saw Abby, and the whole time i was like wtf, i want PNH back

    (421 days ago)
  • dnsmith92 Guys, come on you gotta come back to your fans!

    (539 days ago)
  • Soundkid08 Hey you guys were great... I had a lot of fun at the show up at the Big E last year.

    (757 days ago)
  • Robbins & Wheeler Best regards from Robbins & Wheeler.

    (826 days ago)
  • jim251993 Yinz broke up right after I used one of your songs to propose to my wife...hope that's not a sign!!!<BR><BR>come back to your fans!!!

    (848 days ago)
  • hunybear I miss you guys. I can't wait till you play again. I just hope that it will not be a long wait... You guys are the best. Good luck be with you all.<BR>Just keep smiling and the music in your hearts. We your fans will wait for you....

    (859 days ago)
  • The Kiger Band WE LOVE ALL YOU GREAT DR FANS, AND THIS CONTEST IS AWSOME, COULD YOU PLEASE DOWNLOAD REDNECK AND GIVE US A NICE COMMENT ALONG WITH HOLLY AND RUSTIE!!!!! AND AS ALWAYS NOMATTER WHO YOU SUPPORT, PLEASE STOP BYE AND SAY HELLO, WE HAVE MET SOOOO MANY GREAT PEOPLE ON HERE, CONGRATES TO ALL THE FIRST TIME WINNERS, VERA, DR AND MOST OF ALL(((((((((( YYYYYOOOOOUUUUU. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS FORYOUR SUPPORT. WE LOVE YOU ALL AND HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!! KIG, YOU CAN VOTE AT WWW.DIGITALRODEO.COM/HOTCOUNTRYMUSIC last day for free downloads!!!

    (906 days ago)
  • lovescounty I will miss all of you guys. the band was great and so was the music. i wish you all good luck and hope to see you all back together one day do what u all do great making music. everyone will miss you all. you all was great watching and listening to i will miss you all.good luck in everything you all do.

    (919 days ago)
  • Chaz Fuzzman! Hey! I just want you guys to know that I loved your band. It was such a good feeling to know that some hillbilles from Dawson PA and points in between were making it big! I grew up in the area, went to grade school in Dawson, went to High school at Geibel in Connelsville. I even went to Cal while Jeff was there and wrote a paper in a psych class with Crafty. My dad even worked with Dave at H.A.S. "My town" is a great song and it's a dirct reflection of where the band is from. Hard times are the way of life for most of the folks, but no matter what they keep on going. I was glad to see on the PNH website Chris is trying to get the band up and running again. We look forward to seeing you and who knows, maybe in a few years a reunion tour with the original band. God bless! Chaz Fuzzman (AKA Chuck Furman)

    (923 days ago)
  • Fateliesnthefire Definately gonna miss The Hillbillies being one!!! Never fails I find something I really like N It all goes away, but oh well, good luck to all of ya no matter what happens down the road for each of you

    (928 days ago)
  • SWEETMAMAME they were the best up and comeing band i miss you guys

    (949 days ago)
  • Beth Hey, went to Screamin Willies in Columbus, Ohio tonight to see PNH and to my surprise there was only Abby and Jr. playing--much to my dismay I found out that you guys had broken up--major bummer. Loved your music! Not that Abby and Jr. were bad to see and hear, but was really looking forward to the whole PNH experience--especially wanted to see Higbee and hear his music and watch him dance! Was definately not the same without you! Hope you all find what you're looking for and will look forward to more PNH music-new or old.

    (950 days ago)
  • The Kiger Band REDNECK RANKED 24thwww.independentmusicnetwork.com<BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR>Hey all you fellow Rednecks around the world, thanks for voting at www.independentmusicnetwork.com for our song, Redneck of the Woods by The Kiger Band. It means a ton to us and our music is being played on music radio stations across the world because of this. Please vote for Redneck of the Woods every week at www.independentmusicnetwork.com if you love our song. Have a great 08 and God Bless. Kig<BR>

    (956 days ago)
  • Hot Country Music Good Luck in 2008!<BR><BR>Hot Country

    (957 days ago)
  • donpnhfan We still can't believe you guys broke up but we want to wish you all the best of luck and hope to see you back doing shows as soon as possible.

    (957 days ago)
  • SWEETMAMAME i miss you guys take care

    (958 days ago)
  • MONGIL I WAS SITTING THERE AT THE HARD ROCK ON FRIDAY WHEN ABBY CONFIRMED THAT YOU GUYS WERE INDEED BREAKING UP. I STILL CAN'T BELIEVE IT! YOU GUYS WERE THE BEST AND YOUR SHOWS WERE A BLAST --- ALWAYS SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TOO. YOU WILL BE MISSED! I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST IN WHAT-EVER YOU DO. PNH WILL ALWAYS BE ABBY, CHRIS, DAVE, JEFF, JR AND RYAN TO ME.

    (958 days ago)
  • Ky4KU So sorry to hear the news.I was nuts over u from the fist time I heard Ya"ll.God Bless u in what ever u chose to do.But as long as u stay on here I will play ur music.kasj

    (958 days ago)
  • bigd I heard y'all need to get some personal things worked out and thats why you broke up the band I hope you get it all straightened out,but wish you the best in whatever you do. Dave

    (959 days ago)
  • lady I will wish each and every one of you well and pray you find what you are looking for,,,But i will say this you will be greatly missed....i do beleive this was gonna be the year you got everything you wanted of your music career....and movies.....but i guess you didnt beleive that....<BR><BR>to grow in years means you got to beleive in your selfs......your fans did...as they grow every year bigger and bigger......<BR>Larger the crowed the better the music.....and you all were that good....<BR><BR>Chris we will be here as you get it together and we will be out bigger and louder then ever....so you get it together and go get crafty back....we sure missed him to....then u need 3.....and the 4 of you speading your wings good luck......in every way.....Ryan stick it out it will be worth it when hes done.....<BR>hugs<BR>Rosie

    (960 days ago)

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