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Gareth Asher

"There is richness in all songs of the soul"

About Me


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Biography
If you could harness the power in Gareth Asher’s music you’d have enough hi-octane passion to fuel a Ferrari. Born and raised in the small town of Bowdon, GA, Gareth was exposed at an early age to the music of iconic artists like Jackson Browne, Don Henley and The Eagles, groups he now counts as some of his biggest influences. But everything changed one day in 1987, when, at the age of seven, Gareth woke up one morning to the sweet sounds of Otis Redding flowing through the rooms of his childhood home. Since then, Gareth has been addicted to the sweet grooves of the late 60s and early 70s, especially those emanating from Motown, and has made it his undertaking to channel many of those sounds in his music today. " I just want to make people feel something, the way I do" says Asher.
As a singer, songwriter, and guitarist raised on a steady diet of old school funk, rock, and soul, Gareth also attributes many of his musical sensibilities to monumentally influential artists like Stevie Wonder, Phil Collins, and groups like Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire. On the rock side of things, his primary influences are more contemporary - Toad the Wet Sproket, Aqualung, and Amos Lee among them.
After teaming up with multi-talented, veteran producer and musician, Clay Cook, in 2004, Gareth recorded the first of his two records with Clay, where the fingerprints of his heroes still remain, but now revealed in his own way - an experience Gareth has described as extremely humbling and knowledgable.
At this early stage in his career, Gareth has played, toured, and recorded with some great bands and musicians. He has experienced the tornado world of the music industry and learned that to survive you need more than talent—you need steely resolve and thick skin. But Gareth Asher decided at the early age of seven that music is his path, and today he wants everyone within range of his powerful and passionate voice to know it!
Website http://www.garethasher.com
Discography "No Reality" - September 2004
"I'm the Earth" - June 2007
ROCK BOAT VIII PHOTOS
FANS AND FRIENDS
ROCK BY THE SEA 2007 PHOTOS
ROCK BOAT VII PHOTOS
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My Interests

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Member Since: 8/2/2004
Band Website: garethasher.com
Band Members: Gareth Asher

“I heard him from the on-air studio and immediately had to come out to our green room to check out the awesome sound I was hearing…which doesn’t happen often for me." - Chris Rozak (WEND Midday On-Air Talent)

“Gareth’s live performances have always knocked me out! His passion and emotion have absolutely been captured on ‘I’m The Earth’…can’t stop listening to it!” - Dean Roland (Collective Soul)

"Gareth is one of a kind. A lot of artists are just good at one thing; either they're a great singer, a great musician, a great songwriter or a great performer. But Gareth shines in all of these aspects. When you’re listening to his music, it's like he's telling you a story of your life and when you see him perform, you can see the passion he has for his music. Everyone should give him a chance, because it's only a matter of time before he's up there with guys like Ray LaMontagne and Amos Lee." - Mark Gray (WRFX Asst. Promotion Director)

"Gareth has the most soulful voice I have ever heard. The first time I heard his music I just had to stop and take it in. I imagine that is what it was like for those who heard Ray Charles or John Lennon for the first time." - Holly Firfer (92.9 Dave FM On-Air, Good Day Atlanta)

“When you listen to Gareth Asher or see him perform live, it’s a religious experience. The lyrics he sings and the music he plays are the verses that we all feel, but are not able to express. He’s a truly captivating artist & musician.” - Shelia Taylor (WEND Promotions Director)

“Gareth has the unique ability walk on stage with nothing more than a guitar and create an entire event. You can’t help but be blown away by his pure, raw talent.” - Dutch (Everything Alternative 99X)

“Gareth is as good a singer songwriter there is...His songs are sung with passion and pain that transcends the audience into relatable places in their mind. Gareth's vocal ability sets him apart from others in this genre, and will soon be known nationally as he is locally - that he is a true talent!!” - Dave Clapper (Director of Marketing/Promotions -Cox Radio Atlanta)

“When you mix his voice, look, stage presence and charisma~ Gareth Asher is the ENTIRE package. - Nick Tapp (WSRV Promotions Director)

"His experienced words speak volumes, and his songs offer unique stories and passionate messages. I have no doubt Gareth Asher will be a very successful singer/songwriter in the coming years." - Jade Walker Former Overnight Editor/Producer, The New York Times

Influences: My Big Sis, Mom and Dan, Dad and Karen, OURS, Jeff Buckley, Emerson Hart, Ryan Adams, David Gray, Aqualung, Jackson Browne, Bonnie Rait, Kenny Loggins, James Taylor, Harry Chapin, Shawn Mullins, Glen Phillips, Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Michael Tomlinson, Tracy Chapman, Angie Aparo, Dallas Green, Ray Lamontagne, The Working Title, Alice In Chains, Michael Jackson, Tupac, Outkast, Bruce Hornsby and the Range, Don Henley, Phil Collins, Amos Lee and so so many more...................

Sounds Like: Just Listen. It would make me happy.

I'm The Earth/My Love - Eddie's Attic 6-7-07

HALLELUJAH - From ROCK BOAT VIII

BREAK
ENCHANTED - The Evening Muse 5-19-07
Record Label: Nope
Type of Label: None

My Blog

Priorities

Life is all about them. Whether we choose to pay attention to these details that coordinate our lives is our decision. One must first realize what their priorities are, in order to achieve their goa...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:50:00 PST

Impressed with press....

My loving mother sent me this link today. She found it in one of her google attempts to keep up with her boys journey. I thought it was worth sharing with you guys. Love you Mom! http:/...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:01:00 PST

SIMPLE MAN CRUISIN....

So now that I can officially announce it......here goes.....I'm jumping aboard the SIMPLE MAN CRUISE next year with Lynyrd Skynyrd. Can I get a big WOO-HOO from somebody? I couldn't be happier to play...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:48:00 PST

May Mayhem

It was quite a ride......I'm still trying to slow down..........nah! May was full of memories to last a lifetime. Friends, Places, Shows, Miles, Airplanes, Dance Dance Revolution??? etc..... I have po...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:17:00 PST

GARETH LIVE TONIGHT ON COMCAST’S - BACKSTAGE WITH BARRY NOLAN

GARETH ASHER TONIGHT ON BACKSTAGE ON CN8 Last  week while in Boston, Gareth Asher filmed a performance for CN8, The Comcast Network's Backstage with Barry Nolan. Gareth airs *TONIGHT- MON. MAY...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Mon, 12 May 2008 12:46:00 PST

Sunday Night Bowling

Yo Yo! I'm chilling up in East Rutherford, NJ, about to hit up some late night bowling. Drove from Boston today, and need some activity in my life. Sitting in that seat for 4 hours can make you feel p...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Mon, 12 May 2008 07:54:00 PST

April Showers Bring May Flowers

Hello friends! Thanks for checkin' in on me. Life is good!Spring has Sprung to the fullest, my favorite time of year! It always brings new inspiration to the soul when the world starts coming back to ...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:41:00 PST

RBTS II

Fresh off returning home from a memorable Rock By The Sea II weekend in St. George Island, to say the least, I find myself sitting here reliving all the moments in my mind. The sunshine was glor...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Mon, 14 Apr 2008 01:25:00 PST

Gareth Asher and Voice Tunes team up!

I wanted to let everyone know about Voice Tunes, a new software that brings voice control to your media. One Voice Tunes works with both Apple iTunes and Windows Media Player to pr...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Mon, 10 Mar 2008 06:56:00 PST

A Little BooKoo for You Too

Click on the link to check out our performance from 106.5 The END's Live @ The BooKoo Session this past Friday!! http://1065.com/pages/greenroom.html They are Charlotte's BEST Rock Station by far...
Posted by Gareth Asher on Wed, 27 Feb 2008 08:16:00 PST