Hailing from the same hometown as Americana music luminary Gram Parsons, Hayshaker has developed a sound rich in Southeastern traditions, and juxtaposed with varied punk and rock influences; from The Knitters (featuring the male/female vocal onslaught of X punk bandmates John Doe and Exene Cervenka) to Georgia act Drivin' 'n Cryin'.

Husband/wife team CC & Laurie Rider sing drinking songs, torch songs and rock songs. All of their influences, experiences, and songwriting are on display on their EP-sized album called Black Holiday in Mexico City.

Watch their homemade videos: Laurie's Song, Dirtkick from MySpace TV.