AXIS OF FOUR cut the basic tracks for their first album in late 2012. The rhythm section of the Lovely Miss Minxie and Bob Montes laid the foundation for the guitar work of Chris Hansen and Li'l Ricky. AXIS OF FOUR released "Flintstoned" featuring "Ol' Red '49" and "Falling in Love With You Again" together with their distinct version of "Gojira", and "Hour of The Day" in August, 2013. AXIS OF FOUR plays Old School / New School rock with the dual guitar attack of Li'l Ricky and Chris Hansen. "Flintstoned "captures the manic live energy of their live show. Chris Hansen Guitar Phenom and proponent of hybrid transportation, Chris is the main axe-man for AXIS OF FOUR. An Honors Graduate of the Berklee School of Music, Chris is an instructor for the Bradley School of Music in Concord, CA. He has performed in several bands over the years including The Ax Effect, 2nd place winner of the first annual Contra Costa High School Battle Of The Bands. Chris is also a composer of powerful guitar instrumentals, and loves the wah. He can be seen performing at jam nights and BSM Band shows, as well as with Li'l Ricky in local venues. Li'l Ricky Produced "S'not Love" with grammy winner Steve Horowitz, Produced Biskits & Gravy for Li'l Ricky Blues at Bill Bentley Productions. Rick is an Illumina Records recording artist on San Francisco Rockers for Life 2007 CD, featuring his tune, "S'not Love" . He has also written and produced jingles for local businesses. Long-time songwriter, and singing all his life, Li'l Ricky is a credentialed instructor with the Bradley School of Music in Concord, CA. Also, a tin tear drop. Miss Minxie Only member of the band to have played a gig in Carnegie Hall, NYC, and Notre Dame in Paris. Has been partnered with Li'l Ricky from the beginning of Li'l Ricky Blues, developing and performing the live act. Switched to reading bass clef to hold down the bottom end., and collaborated with Li'l Ricky on "Biskits & Gravy". Sleeps with a poster of Joan Jett above her bed. Bob Montes Toured with the Hughes Corporation of “Don’t Rock The Boat” fame. Bob has been playing the Bay Area circuit for years. He brings a journeyman's expertise to the cover and original repertoire of AXIS of FOUR. Bob is also a professional instructor with the Bradley School of Music.