WHISKERMAN
with support from Joshua James Jackson, Q. Varo
"Whiskerman present ecstatic psychedelia, sturdily constructed pop-rock, pick-and-grin folk all together as a single picture." - Flood Magazine
Lush instrumentation combined with front man Graham Patzner's profound lyricism and unflinching delivery culminate in a sound that is soulful, mythical, and raw. Patzner's voice, both smokey and soaring, leads a passionate live show as the band's classic rock sound seamlessly cascades through realms of bluesy devotion, psychedelic melancholy, and twangy celebration. Whiskerman's shows tend to set spells, either sweeping the audience up in revelation, or dropping them into knee-slapping frenzy. Joining Patzner (vocals, guitar, violin and piano), is Will Lawrence (bass and mandolin), and Charles Lloyd (guitar and sitar), Dan Schwartz (drums), and Trevor Bahnson (guitar).
"When they're revved up, Whiskerman sounds like a gospel and soul band that can make you feel like raising your hands in the air in praise of its talent. In their quieter songs, there's a storytelling vibe with intricate melodies." (SF Chronicle)
Their latest release is Champions, a sprawling double-album masterpiece that takes the listener on a hero's journey through barroom rock n' roll, blue eyed soul, pastoral folk, workingman's blues, and rainy day ragas.
Animal Prince is partners Fae Nageon de Lestang and Grant McLeod. They find inspiration in a lot of places, but especially 60's/70's pop, bossa nova, and the natural beauty of Northern California. Their compositions are multi-genre and harmony focused; featuring vocals, violin, synths, found sounds and percussion. Fae and Grant live and make music in their geodesic dome home in Oakland.
https://www.animalprince.com/
Suzanimal is a smart, playful psychedelic pop project from San Francisco Bay Area singer, songwriter and bassist Suzanne Galal. Galal -- a scientist and pharmacy professor by day -- picked up a bass guitar for the first time at the age of 30, and began writing confident, groove-centered tracks soon after. With Galal's seductive yet light-as-air vocals, lyrics driven by her curiosity about the human mind, and a rotating cast of veteran backing musicians, the band quickly earned a reputation for engaging live performances and genre-defying style. A Suzanimal show is designed to make you lose yourself to the rhythm -- with just enough of the unexpected to keep you on your toes 'til the afterparty.
https://suzanimal.bandcamp.com