October 13, 2008
Esmirelda and the Tidbits
Hometown: Columbia
Current members: Esmirelda Grecco, lead vocals and rhythm guitar and vibraslap; Francene Machetto, bass and backing vocals; Jimmy Driggers, lead guitar and backing vocals; John Grecco, drums
Founded in: 200
Style: hard rock with a punk edge
Influenced by: the Beatles, the Who, the Ramones, U2, the Clash, Frank Zappa
Notable: The band's songs couple heavy hooks with slightly devious lyrics. Esmirelda, the primary songwriter, said the words for "Dirty Fingernail" popped into her head one day and just clicked.
Quotable: "It just basically means even if you have a little flaw like dirt under your nails or your hair isn't perfect, who
cares?" Esmirelda said. "I like it like that. It's fine. Don't sweat it."
For more information about the band, visit meetthetidbits.com
Get home delivery of The Sun and save over 50% off the newsstand price
Copyright © 2008, The Baltimore Sun
Images in the news 
'80s teen queens
See what these stars of 1980s films look like now. Also: '80s heart throbs |
Popular stories
- David Steele: Suddenly, it all falls apart for Ravens
- Mike Preston: Beep, beep. At start of tough road, Ravens get run over
- Motorcycle crash kills one; police seek second rider
- Colts break Ravens
- Mike Preston's report card
 | |
 Expert adviceFlu shots recommended for most kids. | |
 |
 GO OUTHalloween fun on the farm Find places to pick your own pumpkins, wander corn mazes, go on a hay ride and more. • More Halloween events  DRESS UPTop adult costumes for 2008 What will the it costume be this year?  EAT TREATSHalloween recipes Scary desserts, treats and drinks |
 |
UPDATES FROM BTHESITE.COM |
|
METROMIX RESTAURANTSHigh 5: Movers and shakers Our five favorite Baltimoreans who have helped shape the scene |
 |
 | |
 FEATURED GALLERYFall foliage Celebrate the beauty of the season.  FEATURED USERRobB65 A Sunday sunset lights up the sky. | |
 |
  A showcase of some of the best content on baltimoresun.com, including special reports and investigative series, interactive presentations and photo galleries. |