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"Boundless energy, telepathic musicianship, and a flourish of six string ferocity" - Blues Matters!

Discoraphy WT Feaster Band - Long OverdueSeptember 2007Long Overdue Indeed,The Indianapolis power trio of Travis Feaster (guitar and vocals), Austin Shearer (bass), and Jake Iseminger (drums) are joined by J. Wesley Smith on piano and organ for the band's superb debut album, Long Overdue.After years in residency at the famous Slippery Noodle Inn playing covers of Hendrix, SRV, and all of the Kings, the W.T. Feaster Band has come up with ten great original songs confirming the transition to accomplished musicians in their own right. Celebrity endorsement has already come from Tad Robinson, one of the top singers of Soul Blues, who opines, "Nice sounds, good songs, and great playing."The CD is a mix of Blues, Rock, Soul, and groovy Funk, with Feaster proving that he can write poignant lyrics as well as play one of the fastest guitars in the midwest. Smith's keyboard playing is melodic improvisation at its best while Iseminger lays down infectious rhythms, adding subtle nuances and clever changes in pace and dynamics. Add the constant, solid rolling bass of Shearer and the outcome is the perfect platform for the bandleader's mellifluous voice and his mind-bending, diamond-hard riffs as Feaster mercilessly attacks his Fender Stratocaster which screams with an edgy intensity on some tracks and is played with gentle intricacy on others.Tracks that stand out are the pure Blues of "Walk On," the soulful "Out Of Time," and the slow, haunting "Devil's Daughter," the latter sounding atmospheric courtesy of Smith's captivating organ playing. Appropriately, the CD climaxes with the instrumental "Big Ed," showcasing the talents of the remarkable Travis Feaster whose scorching and piercing solos are played effortlessly and with nimble dexterity. This young band is now ready to blast headfirst into the future and lead a new generation of Blues fans down to the Crossroads, something that is long overdue. Watch out for Feaster's first visit to the U.K. in 2008 as the band sounds even better live than in the studio.Dave Scott - Blues Matters! Publication
WT Feaster - Wish You WellSeptember 2010WT Feaster's 'Wish You Well' is an album full of well structured songs with a silky touch of soul, subtle funk and eloquent guitar playing. There's also some great singing and polished arrangements that retain the edge and spark of his material and finds room for a full range of emotions. It's the kind of album that's usually comes later in a recording career and given it's only his second CD it is a remarkable effort.WT (Travis) Feaster may already have made inroads into the live rock/blues scene with his blistering performances, but 'Wish You Well' suggests that together with his song writing partner Erick Sims he has an eye for a lingering melody. It's rare to find the full package of a guitar slinger, soulful vocalist and excellent songwriter on one person, but Travis fits the bill. His guitar playing is shot through with maturity. His solos are short, sharp, succinct and to the point, but always delivered with enough variety and subtleties of texture to blend into a song as well as give it a lift. And it's this sense of a lilting, understated melodic journey, punctuated with guitar flourishes that make this album so accessible.'Wish You Well' opens with the impressive 'This Bird Has Flown', which has a sweeping melody, soaring guitar and ever present cool organ and electric piano from Reese Wynans. WT introduces us to his deep soulful vocal style which puts you in mind of Jonny Lang, Joe Gooch (TYA) and the UK's own white boy soul singer Ian Parker. But there's a broader sweep to this album superbly captured by Nashville producer, Scott 'get your music out of the garage' Velazsco, who finds a subtle balance between the primacy of the song and the vibrant musical impulses that give the music its vitality.WT Feaster hails from Indianapolis and is currently tearing his way through his second UK tour. He's every bit as dynamic as his press suggests but this album shows a deeper more reflective side to his persona. Yes, there's a full range of guitar work but you'll find it all ensconced in a mix of funky grooves and excellent melodic songs full of short flighty solos and husky vocals. The solos themselves are usually well grounded by Reese Wynans' Hammond and they tend to be brief and make their point rather than overextended workouts. 'Gone' is a delightful example of this, with WT's adding a delicate touch and tone as well as some Albert Lee style picking over a light, breezy funky arrangement.There's a real fluency to the whole project as each song adds something extra to Travis' style. Best of all is a guest appearance from Blues Music Award nominee Tad Robinson on 'Break For You'. Tad's magisterial vocal performance is matched by Feaster's delicately delivered notes and the ever excellent Reese Wynans on organ, on a song that Robert Cray would love to have writtenIt comes as a refreshing change not to be bludgeoned over the head with smoking riffs from the outset. As with much of this album WT leaves you hanging on for more, as he focuses firmly on leaning into the groove and exploring some delicate dynamics and real feel.'Gunshy' is another highlight and runs 'Break For You' very close. It's a song of understated power, built on a rock solid groove with some initial Albert Collins style sustain and staccato notes. WT adds another sumptuous full toned solo before a final guitar/organ finale delivered over bv's.Such is the balance and restraint of the playing and the intuitive production of this album that it belies Travis's relative inexperience as a recording artist. There's a rare maturity to be found in many of the tracks from the radio friendly, soulful funky groove of 'Mr Maybe' to the title track. The latter has another strong melody line, some 'call and response' harmony singing and features a fiery gospel backing and a searing solo.WT Feaster knows the value of dynamics, of varying his range and above all making a solo add to the song rather than the song relying on the solo.'Wish You Well is a brave and successful stab at developing the Feaster/Sims song writing partnership. And it is Sims who contributes the uplifting Richie Havens style 'Freedom' (same title, different song), which is an uplifting piece on which the belated Feaster solo finishes all too quickly.'Wish You Well' is a great album. It may not be the kind of high impact work to blow the barn door off it hinges, but it's a slow burner, a thoughtful work with a core voice that evokes a feeling of time and place. The time is now, and given this album and his busy touring schedule, WT Feaster could just be in the right place to make the most of burgeoning talent.******Review by Pete Feenstra
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January15 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 8pm (acoustic)21 - McGilvery's South, Indianapolis 10pm24 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 8pm (acoustic)February1 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 9pm (Guitar Allstar Jam)7 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 8pm (acoustic)3 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 9pm5 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 9pm (Guitar Allstar Jam)10 - Firehouse BBQ and Blues, Richmond 9pm 17 - Fort Wayne Jazz Fest, Fort Wayne tba19 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 8pm (acoustic)March 2012 UK Tour 1 - Flowerpot Derby 2 - Keighley Blues Club 3 - O2 Academy Newcastle upon Tyne 4 - Backstage, Green Hotel, Kinross 8 - New Adelphi, Hull 9 - Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh 10 - Camerons Club, Hartlepool 11 - Beaverwood, Chislehurst 12 - Arts Centre, Pontardawe (Walter Trout) 13 - The Glee Club, Cardiff (Walter Trout) 14 - Robin 2, Wolverhampton (Walter Trout) 15 - The Tunnels, Bristol (Walter Trout) 16 - The Wharf, Tavistock (Walter Trout) 17 - Golden Lion Hotel , Maryport More dates to be added......30 - Frankfort Sports Club, Frankfort, IN 9pmAprilMay4 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 9pm5 - Slippery Noodle Inn, Indianapolis 9pm
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contact

Booking: UK and Europe

Don McKay

The Rhino Agency

rhinoagency_btconnect.com

Phone: 020 8460 4956

(international +44 20 8460 4956)

U.S.A

Management: UK and Europe

Linda Valentine

linda_valentine_hotmail.co.uk

Phone: 077 2572 3274

(international +44 77 2572 3274)

Photo courtesy of Mike Latta

Page 5 NewsProud PartnershipsWT is now a proud endorser of Dr. Z Amplifiers and Rhinehart Guitars.Back In The StatesThe band is back in the states after thier fourth UK Tour.This year the band had the extreme pleasure of touring with the Mitch Laddie Band from Newcastle, England and Virgil and the Accelerators from Birmingham, England as part of the New Generation Blues Tour. This was the fourth time that the boys have been "across the pond" and there are already plans in the making for a return tour.Stay tuned for more news regarding an upcoming album!Bluesville"Wish You Well" went up to Number 2 on XM/Sirius Bluesville's "Picks to Click"!

Photo courtesy of Andy Hibbs

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WT Feaster "Long Overdue" inHD _ The Slippery Noodle Inn 2011

Hey Joe by the WT Feaster band

WT Feaster - Wish You Well - The Cluny Newcastle on Tyne

WT Feaster _ The Cluny Aug. '10 - What Is HipBig Ed.MP4

WT Feaster - Break for You - Inn at Lathones Fife Scotland

WT Feaster Band - Walk On - Red Skelton Theater - 2009