The Hard Lessons are a rock band from
Detroit,
Michigan, known for their high-energy live appearances
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The Hard Lessons - Biography
Allmusic. Retrieved 21 February 2013. and innovative sound. The band has toured extensively in the
United States and
Europe.
They were originally formed at
Michigan State University
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East Lansing.
The band consists of married couple Augie Visocchi (Vocals, Electric & Acoustic Guitars, Fuzz Bass, Mandolin, Piano, Kazoo, Percussion, and Vacuum) and Korin "Ko Ko" Louise Visocchi (Vocals, Piano, Synthesizers, Hammond Organ Bass,
Autoharp, Glockenspiel, Cornet, Percussion). Mark Dawson is their current live drummer.
They were named 2006 Artists of the Year by ''
Real Detroit Weekly''.
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Their song "Wedding Ring" was featured in an episode of ''
Grey's Anatomy''. Their song "Wicked Man" was featured in an episode of
''Friday Night Lights''. Their song "See and Be Scene" was featured in a 2010 Chevrolet commercial.
Studio Discography
References
External links
The Hard Lessons Official websiteThe Hard Lessons on MyspaceThe Hard Lessons Facebook Fans"Wedding Ring" as heard on Grey's AnatomyHard Lessons Tour Journal
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Musical groups from Detroit
Musical groups established in 2003
American musical trios
2003 establishments in Michigan