Rattlesnake Whip – Memphis Americana & Punk Rock Band
Hailing from the neon-soaked streets of Memphis, Tennessee, Jonathan Postal & Rattlesnake Whip deliver a sound forged in the fires of the Delta and refined in the shadows of Beale Street. Their music is a high-octane blend of Americana, punk-rock swagger, and Southern storytelling—equal parts midnight highway and Sunday morning reckoning. With the raw energy of a live wire and a deep respect for the Bluff City’s musical lineage, they aren’t just playing songs; they’re capturing the restless spirit of the modern South. Pull up a chair, pour a drink, and get ready for the bite.
Featured Song - Dance For Me Delilah
A. Schwab Jukejoint Weekend
A. Schwab Dry Goods Store was established in 1876 on historic Beale St in Memphis.It was the...
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Recording & Rehearsing
Rattlesnake Whip is currently rehearsing hard for a run of upcoming live shows. If rehearsal rooms...
Schwab’s Juke Joint Weekend on Beale St – 12:00
See Rattlesnake Whip at the historic A. Schwabs on Beale St. for their first ever Juke Joint Weekend for Local Artists! 2 Time slots! We play at noon and then again at 6:00 A. Schwab wants to give back to the community that has not only made Memphis great, but that is also renown around the world. A. Schwab wants to give back to the community that has not only made Memphis great, but that is also renown around the world. We are giving local musicians of all walks of life a space to play for FREE on the historic Beale Street!!!
Memphis, TN 38103 United States
Schwab’s Juke Joint Weekend on Beale St – 6:00
See Rattlesnake Whip at the historic A. Schwabs on Beale St. for their first ever Juke Joint Weekend for Local Artists! 2 Time slots! We play at noon and then again at 6:00 A. Schwab wants to give back to the community that has not only made Memphis great, but that is also renown around the world. A. Schwab wants to give back to the community that has not only made Memphis great, but that is also renown around the world. We are giving local musicians of all walks of life a space to play for FREE on the historic Beale Street!!!
Memphis, TN 38103 United States
Delta Fair & Music Festival (6:00 at the AgriCenter)
Catch Rattlesnake Whip at the Delta Fair! About the Delta Fair Everything we do is inspired by our enduring mission: to produce an annual Fair & Music Festival that is exciting, interactive and educational. We will strive to bring our communities together with safe, wholesome family entertainment while celebrating and promoting the rich art, music and history of the Delta.
Memphis, TN 38018 United States
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Rattlesnake Whip is:
A Memphis-based Americana-Noir and Southern Gothic rock band led by founder and frontman Jonathan Postal, a veteran of the 1970s punk and alternative scene whose gritty vocals and cinematic songwriting define the group’s signature sound. Alongside the atmospheric slide guitar of Jeff “Chonk” Yonker, the versatile bass-driven melodies of Edge, and the precise, groove-anchored drumming of Steve “Mr. Meter” Langford, Rattlesnake Whip blends dark Americana, roots rock, and punk-infused energy into a moody, unforgettable musical experience that’s become a staple in the Memphis live music scene and beyond. This unique fusion of genres and seasoned musicianship makes Rattlesnake Whip essential listening for fans of Americana, Southern rock, and alternative punk hybrid