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Andrew Moore and Hooch Wins Multi-Genre Group of the Year Honors at the 10th Annual Josie Music Awards


Andrew Moore & Hooch, a piano-driven, five-piece band, perform mainly at Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse in Lexington & Cincinnati. SONG OF THE YEAR WINNERS at the 2024 Hollywood Independent Music Awards! GROUP OF THE YEAR WINNERS at the 2024 Josie Music Awards!


The 10th Annual Josie Music Awards were held in Nashville at the Grand Ole Opry on October 27, 2024. The Josie Music Awards are the largest, most respected, revered award and prestigious events and association in the independent music industry. Their theme is "Chase Your Dreams - Be a Part of Something Big.



London, KY's Andrew Moore and Hooch were nominated in four categories and came away with a win that brought the band to a stage that has made a lot of dreams come true.


Kentucky's presence in the circle on the Grand Ole Opry stage was frequent, heartfelt and definitely "something big" for all who had the opportunity to stand on the sacred and highly revered space to accept their award. Let's break it all down to just how BIG that was for Kentucky last Sunday night.

Pictured from left to right: Top Row - Darrell Pittman, Andrew Moore, Haleigh Martin, Hailey Newman, Renee and Warren Cobb. 2nd Row- JD Shelburne, Brando Vanschoyck, Joe Clark and Taylor Hughes. 3rd Row - Melissa Deaton, Danny and Natalie Micoff, Kid Kentucky - Don Suiters, Will Goodwin and Jonathan Goodwin.


"For it to be a first time visit to ever seeing the Grand Ole Opry, I couldn't have thought of a cooler experience for us to go through. Getting to stand in the "sacred circle", where we all know the greats that have stood in the same spot before, and accept an award is mind-blowing. I wish I wasn't so nervouse when it happened because all I knew to do was quote Forest Gump and talk about Dr. Pepper and having to pee! The fellas of Andrew Moore and Hooch earned this one as it was a group award. I'm blessed to be surrounded with great musicians, a supportive family and a generous network of music industury folks who offer constant opportunity and advice that I always learn from.


Jeff Ruby's restaurant has to be thanked as they have booked us up to December 2025. Matthew Florez is a brother and should be thanked for always making us sound our best at our live shows. Jason Groves should also be thanked for his incredible talent in the studio on our music that we have released so far. Overtones LIVE and Renee and Warren Cobb have really been an awesome help in pushing us forward as well and should not go unnoticed or unthanked.



God has provided us with nothing but blessings and I owe everything to HIM! I am so thankful I am able to perform music and write music. The biggest thanks goes to the big man for all of this being possible. We have won two major awards this year at what I consider two awesome and major independent music awards shows.


We are incredibly thankful and humbled by this experience. It is now time to hit the recording studio and start going to work on more music!" - Andrew Moore of Andrew Moore and Hooch



What a BIG year for London, KY's Andrew Moore and Hooch starting out 2024 as a multi-nominee for the 10th annual Lexington Music Awards, the finding their presence on The Avalon Theater in Los Angeles for the Hollywood Independent Music Awards as WINNER of Blues Song of the Year for "Tyrant" AND as WINNER on The Grand Ole Opry Stage at The 10th annual Josie Music Awards in the category of Multi-Genre Group of the Year!



As regular weekly performers as the house band at Lexington, KY's Jeff Ruby's Restaurant - a venue that most graciously hosted Andrew Moore and Hooch's new album release in October 2024- they have delighted pre and post UK ballgame and Keeneland patrons who flock to the restaurant for the experience of what we have called "the culinary entertainment amusement park". Andrew Moore and Hooch has also been performers at Jeff Ruby's Cincinnati, OH location as well.



"It’s been a while since we’ve heard some stylish blues music, blending soft country and rock sounds. I want to tell you about the amazing band Andrew Moore and Hooch and their new album ‘Artists of the Moon,’ but first, let me share a bit more about Andrew Moore and Hooch because their story is simply incredible. The music of Andrew Moore and Hooch

represents a fresh mix of genres, seemingly drawing inspiration from all corners of American music history, and their latest album, a product of 14 months of intense work, proves how much soul they put into what they do. Combining new-wave blues, country, and soulful rock, this five-piece ensemble creates a heartfelt and unique sound that balances rich instrumental sections with deeply personal lyrics" - soundville writer


"Formed in 2022, Andrew Moore and Hooch is a dynamic bluesy band with an americana kind of twist that has been captivating audiences with their high-energy performances and soulful, gritty sound. Led by singer and pianist Andrew Moore, the band has been making waves in the music scene with their infectious blend of blues, country, rock, soul and songwriting. Andrew Moore’s impassioned vocals and electrifying piano work, combined with the tight rhythms and soulful grooves laid down by the rest of the band, create a musical experience that is both powerful and deeply engaging. Their music draws from the rich tradition of writing their own music and lyrics in the style of country and blues while infusing it with a modern edge, resulting in a sound that is both timeless and contemporary. With the single release of “Tyrant” (Moore Music) the music world is about to experience something very special." - New Music Weekly





To learn more about Andrew Moore and Hooch, visit https://andrewmoorehooch.com/

Renee Collins Cobb, M.Ed. and Warren Cobb. B.A. are Executive Producers of Overtones LIVE and Co-Owners of Listen Locally, LLC, as well as Executive Directors and Founders of Room 17 Productions, a non-profit 501c3 organization. We are also partners in Dreamland Entertainment Group and Co-Owners of The Scribe TV Network.



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