The Swinging Richards

The Swinging Richards were an American band formed in 1983, consisting of Chris Edmonds, Bruce Smith, Victor Varnedoe, Billy Pitts and soon to be added Hoddy Ridarick.

The band were a support act for Duran Duran in 1984.

Background information
In 1983, if you were listening to college radio, you probably heard "Two Guys, One Girl". It was The Swinging Richards debut single.

They toured the southeast of the USA, opening for acts ranging from Duran Duran to Ted Nugent. Their songs, "Dirty Words" "Look at You Now" and "Out of My Head" were getting airplay.

Their residence at the now defunct Baker Street included a straight 365 midnight shows, where you could catch rock star that was in town sitting in, such as Bryan Adams, Cheap Trick, The Byrds, Hanoi Rocks, and Gary Busey, among others.