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**Mr. Lucky & The Gamblers Bio** Mr. Lucky & The Gamblers originated in Newport, Oregon, initially performing under the name "The Blazers." In 1964, bass player Bud Garrison convinced Mike Parker to change the band's name to "Mr. Lucky and the Gamblers," inspired by a popular TV character of the time. They gained popularity in the Portland area and along the Oregon coast, attracting the attention of local dee-jay Tom Mix and Hal Bronson, manager of a teen club called "The Chase." Together, they established a record company to promote the band, leading to the recording of "New Orleans," which became a local hit. In late 1965, the band underwent a lineup change, merging with Portland group The Rogues, which included Graziano, Gunter, and Maitland. By this time, they had developed a distinctive garage/punk sound and became a significant attraction on the Northwest dance circuit. On New Year's Day 1966, they shared a concert bill with Don and The Goodtimes at Portland's Oriental Theatre, where Don Galluci and his band were impressed enough to help secure a record deal with Jerry Dennon's Panorama label. This collaboration resulted in two regional hits: "Take A Look At Me," a catchy punk tune written and produced by Bob Holden and Don Galluci, and "Alice Designs (LSD Signs)," an upbeat pop tune produced by Bob Holden and written by Tandyn Almer. In early 196

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