WESTERLY
Electronic Press Kit
ABOUT WESTERLY
Westerly is an indie-folk, rock band formed around the songs of singer and guitarist Sterling Spence. The five-piece ensemble has released 3 EPs and 3 full-length albums as well as performing extensively and touring throughout California. Their music has been featured on KPFA's Hear and Now, KXSF's Hangover Sessions, and KALW's the Next Big Thing.
BASIC INfo
Years active:
2015-present
Website:
Genres:
Soul-Punk, Indie-Folk, Roots Rock
Home:
San Francisco Bay Area
Names:
Sterling Spence: vocals/guitar
Jeffrey Peck: bass
Scott Wilson: lead guitar
Mike Bond: drums
Shiva Garshasbi: vocals
Jake Nickless: vocals/keys
Discography:
Similar Sounds:
Dawes, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit, Alabama Shakes
Press Reviews
"We have been sonically graced with the new EP from the Americana/Folk Group Westerly. We present to you [their] 3 song masterpiece of 'Rags and Ribbons.'"
"With the guitar and vocals of Sterling Spence you'll be soothingly enveloped into the movie that he creates with his lyrics." - Euphonixx
"L.A.-by-way-of-Berkeley sextet Westerly have pulled their wagon southward recently and landed in a good spot with their fresh-faced brand of countrified indie rock." - Buzzbands.LA
"Heartfelt songs that feel undeniably organic and human"
- Divide & Conquer
VIDEOS
RECENT MUSIC
Selected Past Performances
Brick and Mortar - San Francisco, CA
Amnesia (Headliner) - San Francisco, CA
Deco Lounge (Residency) - Napa, CA
Silverlake Lounge - Los Angeles, CA
Stork Club (Headliner) - Oakland, CA
The Merrow - San Diego, CA
Hear and Now - KPFA 94.1 FM, Berkeley
Hangover Sessions - KXSF 102.5 FM, San Francisco
Management: Mike Bond
Press & Booking: Mike Bond
(707) 246-8447
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