It’s a Bird.
It’s a plane.
No. It is the best rock and roll band in the bay area, playing “garage classics” from the 50’s and 60’s, with a twang. Be awesome.
HIRE Hot Rod Time Machine
you can do this
The Hot Rod Time Machine believes that all parties and events should be excellent. We believe yours can be excellent too. You’ve got this.
Ridiculously inexpensive
How do they do it? You ask. Such an amazing band, and at such a reasonable cost. Maybe they are just awesome. Just maybe.
Private Events - Do you have a corporate event? Do you have a wine club member’s party? Do you have a grand opening for your new store?
- Rates range from $2,000-$3,000 depending on venue, location, etc.
Festivals - Are you putting together an entertainment lineup for a festival? Are there other musical acts, food trucks and loads of paying guests?
- Rates start at $1500.
Clubs - Do you have a bar, music club, taproom, restaurant or venue? Do you have bands showing up, and do you have a standard rate for those bands?
- Rates are negotiable
Friends & Family - Do we know you? Do we like you? Can you provide a flat place to play with shade, electricity, and at least 100 people in attendance?
- Rates are negotiable
FAQs
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We’re a four-piece band specializing in early rock & roll with a high-energy, twangy edge—perfect for car shows, vintage-themed events, and rockin’ good times.
We are comprised of 4 pro musicians scattered throughout the SF Bay Area who formed due to a shared love for classic rock and roll music from the early days of Rock and Roll. Two guitars, bass and drums with 4 vocal mics. That’s how we do it.
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Hot Rod Time Machine has played gigs all round the Bay Area, from Sonoma County, South to Monterey County, and into the East Bay hills. If you live in the greater SF Bay Area, we’ve been there and will travel.
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Hot Rod Time Machine has members from all corners of the San Francisco Bay Area, North, South, East, and West.
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HRTM has a top notch PA suitable for most indoor venues and for most small to mid-size outdoor venues, plus all other equipment required to put on a show.
Clients who hire HRTM need to provide a flat hard surface and an electrical outlet.
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Geoff Mack - Guitar and Lead Vocals
John Tinloy - Guitar and Lead Vocals
Phil Sollar - Drums and Lead Vocals
Leslie Freed - Bass and Vocals
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Car shows
Rockabilly & vintage-themed events
Bars & music venues
Private parties
Corporate events
Festivals
We’ve also become popular on the Yacht Club circuit. Got a boat? give us a call.
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HRTM has 3+ sets of music. Our sets are packed with high-octane energy, killer harmonies, and dance-floor-shaking rhythms.
We can play shows ranging from 45 minutes to 3+ hours, depending on your needs.
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We bring the sound of the '50s and '60s roaring back to life, with classic rock & roll, hot rod anthems, and rootsy rhythm & blues. You will hear music from The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Bo Diddley, Chuck Berry and more.
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Get in touch with Leslie Freed by email or phone. Tell Leslie what you are looking for and she will provide you with a custom quote.
(415) 847-1532
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On this website there are videos and songs. Feel free to check them out. If you’d like to come see a live show, hop on to our “Shows” page.
stage plot
Just four band members, but a whole world of sound. We have a top notch PA System, but if you have one of your own, and you need to know our setup, here it is.
What Now?
Send an email to Leslie. Tell her about your event. Who are you? What is the event for? What date is it? How many people will be in attendance. Leslie will break out her abacus, sharpen her pencil and give you an amazingly good deal on a great band.