The Octanes

 The Octanes", hailing from Austin, Texas  are one of America's premier roots/rockabilly bands.  Fronted by guitarist Adam Burchfield, who has been proudly endorsed by Gretsch Guitars in 2013. Nominated in 2011 Best Americana, 2010 Best Roots Rock , by The Houston Press, and Best Bass Player 2010 & 2011! Consisting of: Adam Burchfield (Guitar, Vocals) , Mario "Doc Screamer" Fontes (Upright Bass), Luke Piro ( Drums), and Clint Boyd (Saxophone). The Octanes play mostly original material, heavily rooted in hillbilly, while revving up the traditional sound with driving rhythms, and a big guitar sound. Their highly anticipated  "Roots, Rock, and Romance" was released with rave reviews. Including Vintage Guitar Magazine, and a "Best of the Rest" pick by the Austin Chronicle.

 The Band is currently touring behind their vintage inspired vinyl-only release “Trail Dust” , which features a more sax-heavy 5o’s vibe, along  with the familiar Octanes  twangy  guitar sound.
The Octanes have shared shows with the likes of: The Paladins, Wanda Jackson, The Romantics, Southern Culture On The Skids,  Reverend Horton Heat , Lee Rocker , Candye Kane, The Nekromantix, The Phantom Rockers, Pep Torres, Mack Stevens, and The Chop Tops, just to name a few. Gretsch endorsed guitar player, Adam Burchfield has toured the U.S. and Europe with The Octanes as well as regional and International artists Billy Joe Shaver,, Coal, Kim Carson , and has shared the stage with guitar slingers, Billy Gibbons Bill Kirchen, and Chris Duarte , to name a few.