WFHB Bloomington Community Radio
Looking for a night of music that feels like home but hits like a freight train? Hickman and the Hard Knocks are a Brown County original, blending classic country, southern rock, and a touch of blues to deliver songs that speak straight to the heart.
Led by the unmistakable voice of Steve Hickman, the band’s gritty, gravel-toned frontman, this five-piece outfit knows how to craft songs that feel lived-in—like stories passed down on a front porch or set to a backdrop of Indiana backroads. Their music explores the highs and lows of love, life, and everything in between, all wrapped in sounds that are as real as the people listening.
From heartfelt ballads to foot-stomping rockers, every song is a snapshot of the world we live in—messy, beautiful, and worth singing about. Steve is backed by a skilled lineup featuring Darrick Day on bass, Casey Simmons on drums, Brian Webb on lead guitar, and Brandon Lee on steel guitar, keys, mandolin, fiddle—you name it. The band often welcomes guest musicians, adding extra flavor to an already rich musical stew.
