James Richard "Big Dad Ritch" Anderson is an American singer and the lead vocalist of heavy metal band Texas Hippie Coalition from Denison, Texas.
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Birth name | James Richard Anderson |
Origin | Denison, Texas, U.S. |
Genres | Heavy metal, southern rock, stoner rock, red dirt |
Occupation(s) | Singer |
Years active | 2004–present |
Labels | Entertainment One |
Website | thcofficial |
Big Dad Ritch came to prominence in 2004 when he co-founded the metal band Texas Hippie Coalition with John Exall. After being influenced by bands like Molly Hatchet, Pantera, and ZZ Top,[1] Big Dad Ritch and Texas Hippie Coalition are considered to be members of the red dirt metal genre.[2]
Big Dad Ritch, in over 15 years with Texas Hippie Coalition, has released six full-length albums: Pride of Texas (2008), Rollin' (2010), Peacemaker (2012), Ride On (October 2014),[3] Dark Side of Black (April 2016), and High in the Saddle (2019).
Hosstyle Clothing company and Red River Red's sauces.[4]
With Texas Hippie Coalition
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