About the band…

Having shared stages with The Mick Fleetwood Blues Band, .38 Special, The Outlaws and The Little River Band, Hurts Like Hell is dedicated to creating an electrifying, all-original rock and blues sound that draws on the rich history of our rock forefathers – Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, the Allman Brothers, ZZ Top, Robin Trower and Bo Diddley. Sharing more than a century of experience performing professionally, the four band members have forged their authentic sound through a shared musical vision, a relentless passion for creating music and the use of increasingly rare vintage gear.

Michael Smith

Lead guitar & vocals.

Chris Petersen

Lead guitar & vocals.

Doug Howard

Bass.

Ben Hawkes

Drums & vocals.

What people are saying

“Hurts Like Hell ROCKS!”

— Megan Petersen