The multifaceted sound of Vegas Widow is difficult to classify at times. Some
moments find the band sprouting experimental roots and painting somewhat
ambient and somber sonic pictures. At other times they dabble in nineties-
grunge-esque, distortion-laden grooves with infectious vocal work strewn about.
Keeping the sound memorable and coherent while at the same time offering
audiences a diversity of music, Vegas Widow aims to please a wide range of
listeners-- from enthusiasts of brooding guitar rock to fans of exploratory genres to supporters of indie or metal.
Frontman Jordan Tanner, whose emotive vocals tend to draw from the sounds of Thom Yorke, Scott Weiland, or Brandon Boyd, also plays guitar in the band and creates melodic, anthemic, hooky riffs. Meanwhile, bassist Brandon Black locks in tight with Nick Kasten on drums to build a hard-hitting rhythm section.
While their varied songwriting keeps the crowd guessing, the band’s explosive live onstage performances are always memorable and energetic. No stranger to the stage, singer/guitarist Tanner has opened for many well-known acts in the past including the Goo Goo Dolls, Counting Crows, and The Fray.
Currently, Vegas Widow is spending time writing and recording in preparation for the independent release of their debut EP, slated for Summer 2008. The group is also planning to perform various shows in Austin and regionally in the near future in order to gain support for the upcoming record.
Photography by Josua Spicka
Red Eyed Fly - March 3, 2008
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