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Andy Werth
Indie / Pop / Rock



Seattle, Washington
United States

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Last Login:  5/14/2008
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   Andy Werth: General Info
Member Since6/12/2006
Band Websiteandywerth.com
Band MembersWho played on the EP:
Andy Werth - vocals, keys
Devan Stovall - drums
Steve McPherson - bass
Jason Lackie - guitar
Matt Kachele - vocals
George Steward - trumpet
Steve Mraz - trumpet

Who plays on stage:
Andy Werth - voice, keys, guitar
Steve McPherson - bass, voice
Matt Kachele - guitar, voice, keys
J. L. Werner - drums
George Steward - trumpet
Steve Mraz - trumpet
InfluencesEverything
Sounds LikeFor perspectives on what we sound like, check out the Quotes & Press section of this page.
Type of LabelNone





   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
May 10 2008 7:00P
Wired & Unplugged (Saturday) Snohomish, Washington
Jun 21 2008 5:45P
Fremont Fair - Rocket Stage (Saturday) Seattle, Washington
Jun 26 2008 6:00P
Everett Waterfront Concert Series (Thursday) Everett, Washington
Jul 4 2008 1:30P
Everett Fourth of July Celebration (Friday) Everett, Washington
Jul 5 2008 9:00P
Tractor Tavern (Saturday) Seattle, Washington
Aug 23 2008 8:00P
Lake Union Summerfest - LuFest - (Saturday) Seattle, Washington

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New shows and pictures! (4/22/08)  (view more)

Curtains for You at the Comet on Friday April 18--go see it! (4/16/08)  (view more)

"Goodnight" featured on The Stranger’s podcast ’The Setlist’ (4/15/08)  (view more)

Friday Mile playing the Tractor Saturday - go see it! (4/8/08)  (view more)

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   About Andy Werth

+ NEW EP ~ Seeing Stars +




If you would like to purchase the record, go to HERE ($5)



+ BACK TO THE SUN +




If you would like to purchase the record, go to HERE ($5)


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BIO:

Andy started life in Colorado, which is where he learned the trumpet. Then he moved to eastern Washington for a while where he taught himself the piano and started singing, then Portland for a while where he learned guitar, and then Seattle where he started to write songs. He plays on stages from time to time, and when he does, he drags the piano with him, and trumpets, bass, guitars, percussion, drums, other voices. On stage he plays the piano and sings while other, more-skilled people do all that other stuff.


QUOTES & PRESS FOR SEEING STARS (2007):

". . .Good-time pop that never fails to take my mind off the cares of the world. Andy's got a great band. . .The group's songs would fit with Wings-era McCartney or Supertramp, but have a depth that recalls great songwriters like Cole Porter and the Gershwins. Andy has confident but vulnerable vocals. . .and no one can deny the hooks. There’s not a bad song in the bunch.
- Abe Beeson, KEXP

"... He (Andy Werth) draws from a variety pack of influences that would be noninterchangeable in less inventive hands... Much of this disc's strength (Seeing Stars) is in Werth's stellar arrangement skills, employing layers of flugelhorns, organs, electric and acoustic guitars, and piano. This approach has become less common in our world of loops and samples; it's refreshing... His backing band delivers topnotch grooves with a sound that is tighter than a recession budget. If these tunes were performed solo, on an acoustic guitar, it wouldn't measure up to the power that results from a full-blown pub rock-style band burning down the house..."
- Ed Schrader, City Paper (Baltimore, MD)

"Exuberant horns! Rollicking piano! Bouncing drums and bright harmonies! Andy Werth's music is an epic burst of happiness that takes you to a time when magnetic showmen would deliver solidly crafted pop songs catchier than the Meow Mix jingle. Live, Werth summons the feel-good energy of a 70's Elton John and the romantic croon of Burt Bacharach, performing with a band who lend his songs the modern-day symphonics of Belle & Sebastian or Ben Folds. It's something you can listen to when your parents visit without entirely sacrificing your cool."
- Megan Seling, The Stranger (Band of the Week)

". . .bouncy, uplifting pop that hearkens back to 1970s pop without feeling dated or kitchy. . .there isn't a throwaway song in the bunch. Unlike many EPs, which seem tossed off to tide folks over until the next full-length, Andy has put five strong songs on this sucker. . . Andy and his band really present something unique on the Seattle music scene. Although there are certainly bands in an "affinity group" (like Tiny Volcano, Curtains For You and "Awesome") I don't think there is another group doing anything exactly like this. And they really kick it up a notch live."
- Seattle PowerPop Blog

"Finely-crafted pop rockers. . .Werth's wry lyrics and even slyer delivery seal the deal. . ."
- Aiding & Abetting

"Another perfect pop coup for this Seattleite!"
- IndiePages

“. . .truly delectable characteristics. . .a pop treat enjoyable for all. Seeing Stars has the power to enchant, and in under twenty minutes to boot. Andy Werth really has something strong going on here, and I am excited to hear what a full-length album might be like someday. This EP is recommended for fans of pop, storytelling, or smiling.”
- Independent Clauses

QUOTES & PRESS FOR BACK TO THE SUN (2006):

"Compared to what his musical peers are doing, young Andy Werth is making some pretty ballsy music for these parts. On his debut three-song EP, Back to the Sun, there's no jarring guitar, guttural growling, or mood-affecting atmospheric noise. Instead there are bright horns, bouncing piano, and an undeniable '70s-pop vibe that conjures Rupert Holmes (!) and Elton John. In fact, it's so far from what's considered "trendy," it's the antithesis of what you hear being played at [insert your neighborhood hipster bar here] on a Friday night. Which almost makes it more punk rock (in attitude, not execution) than anything this city's seen in a long time."
- Megan Seling, The Stranger

"A very impressive display of pop songcraft. Impeccable hooks and arrangements. . . "
- Abe Beeson, KEXP

"Werth is a fresh young talent that's worthy of your attention."
- Mundane Sounds

"Definitely recommended!"
- Indie Pages

". . .Seattle music at its very best! Rich indie pop harmonies with art rock hooks veining throughout each tune, Back to the Sun is a pop album that Brian Wilson would be proud to call his own. Pick it up for something damn fine and refreshing."
- Smother (Editor's Pick)

“'You're Gonna Be a Star' is the best song Brian Wilson never recorded. . . The brass intro to the second verse [of ‘I Caught a Greyhound to New York’] conjures Copeland cum Armstrong. . .”
- Firesideometer

“Back to the Sun is a great little pop album. Andy Werth and his band are very talented…"
- Danie Cairns, Local Music Director, 90.1FM KUPS


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Andy Werth's Friends Comments
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maureen





Apr 28 2008 9:12 PM

LOL. Yeah, I'm a crazy one. I can't wait for the Tractor show. I was just down there yesterday and told Mark the pool ball story. Good times.
maureen





Apr 26 2008 6:13 PM

Andy, could you like re-schedule your next show because I will be out of town that weekend and haven't found a way to clone myself yet, so... yeah, try to work on that. I HEART YOUR MUSIC!!
Magdeline [new songs!]





Apr 24 2008 8:30 PM

haha awesome.
that should be an amazing night, ill try and make it out.
:]
yeah i have one at wired in june, should be funn.
Rudimentary Cellist





Apr 23 2008 10:40 PM

Hi Andy - I saw your comment about Wired and Unplugged being the first place you played. Wow! I didn't know that! Nice. Kathy J.
Magdeline [new songs!]





Apr 23 2008 9:35 PM

hello andy.
:]
you, my friend, are good.
and i see you are playing at wired and unplugged soon?
:D
thats famous.
--
Luke Williams





Apr 19 2008 3:21 AM

It was nice to see you, briefly.
Danny Delegato





Apr 17 2008 5:20 PM

hey bud
Hannah





Apr 4 2008 8:54 PM

Andy!!! I know we were supposed to have gotten together a long time ago. I've been so busy with trying to figure out the new job and where my husband and I are going to move! Please keep me posted on your gigs ... hopefully we'll be able to catch you at the next one. Your music sounds great ... keep up the good work! :-)
KARLA





Apr 3 2008 3:51 PM

Hi! Marie is actually my cousin. I tagged along with her to your show last Saturday night at the High-Dive. You guys put on a great show!!!
Cindy





Apr 3 2008 8:48 AM

Hey you, diggin' the new tunes! Someday when we make it up to Seattle... ; )
AngPang





Mar 31 2008 1:56 PM

I enjoyed the show very much so... ...You guys play wonderful music..gracias por el adición… ...i threw that last little bit in there for Matt.. so take care and i am sure you will be seeing us again.

Angela
janesomething





Mar 31 2008 4:17 AM

Why you're welcome! Pleasure's all mine.
DAMNitALL





Mar 28 2008 2:35 PM

alas... I have the flu.
A show is a possibility tho...
DAMNitALL





Mar 28 2008 11:46 AM

Very good songs and sound...
SarahZ





Feb 6 2008 7:31 PM

You got it! Do you play in Portland often? :D
Ayumi





Feb 6 2008 6:43 AM

yeah! u should come n play in japan! im promoting your music to my friends:)
Matthew Alan





Feb 5 2008 10:22 PM

Very cool, didn't know that just liked your tunes.
Becky





Jan 30 2008 11:51 PM

hahah.. it would appear that Bryan has his hand on Austins butt. hahhaha. I can't wait to see another show..
The Liquid Now





Jan 25 2008 9:07 PM

Hey Andy,
Finally got a chance to check out the tunes, great stuff! How was the Chop Suey show? Will plan on attending High Dive on the 29th of March, and will try to bring some peeps. Peace-
Mike
!ellie!





Jan 24 2008 7:39 PM

Hi Andy! I heard live on kexp a while back. Sounding very nice. I hope you have an all ages show soon!
FRIDAY MILE





Jan 24 2008 10:46 AM

Literally!
concert nr.1


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Jan 22 2008 1:12 PM

Thanks for being our friend.
Good sound you're making!
Greetings from DeMente ;)
Ootsie





Jan 18 2008 3:46 PM

Great show Andy Werth! Love the new stuff!
bonnie





Jan 17 2008 10:56 PM

Agh! I wish I could be there. It'd be amazing! Ah, it is treating me amazingly. It was a nice sunny 60 degrees outside today! haha
Kristina Speed





Jan 17 2008 11:49 AM

I wish I could make it out tonight:(

I will be at one of your shows soon.

Hope all is well and thanks for stayin in touch:)
[[cara]]





Jan 15 2008 11:15 PM

SERIOUSLY... Can't someone tell him that stick-spinning is so out these days?! I'll try my best to have him keep it to a minimum!
[[cara]]





Jan 14 2008 7:16 PM

Seriously... That kid is one big trouble maker! I'll be there, but ONLY to keep him in line. No toe tapping here! ;)
Red Sea Sharks


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Jan 14 2008 5:07 PM

looking forward to it..
Peach





Jan 14 2008 3:40 PM

Well, you should see me there ^.^ I’ll do my best! And you’re right…she is all business ^.~
Luke Williams





Jan 14 2008 2:20 PM

haha ok, ok.
J.L.





Jan 13 2008 8:52 PM

im gonna bring my AA game...
DCRS





Jan 13 2008 1:32 PM

hey andy!!

thank you! when and where?
bonnie





Jan 9 2008 8:00 PM

Hey Andy!
How you been?
Luke Williams