Fastball was formed in 1994 by native Texans Joey Shuffield and Miles Zuniga along with So-Cal transplant Tony Scalzo. Originally called Magneto USA, they were signed in 1995 to Hollywood Records and soon changed their name to Fastball. They released their first full length album, "Make Your Mama Proud" in 1996 and toured extensively throughout the US. After a year and a half they recorded a second album entitled, "All The Pain Money Can Buy". Before its release in Spring 1998, US radio had latched on to a catchy little ditty called "The Way" and it was clear that Fastball had a hit on their hands. Songs like "Sooner or Later", "Fire Escape" and "Out Of My Head" followed and the band toured around the world. At home, copies of All The Pain Money Can Buy reached the platinum, 1 million sales mark by the end of the year. Another album, "The Harsh Light Of Day" was released in 2000 and the band continued to tour at home and abroad. Their fourth album, "Keep Your Wig On," was released on Rykodisc in 2004 to much acclaim. Since then, Fastball has continued to play live throughout the world. The guys have also done quite a bit of side work, writing and recording with other artists like Bruce Robinson, Al Anderson, the Dandy Warhols, and many more. The band spent much of 2007 and 2008 writing and recording material for their fifth full length album. "Little White Lies" will be released on April 14, 2009.
Soul Radio & Always Never - Musica (Akron, OH), 5/5/09
Little White Lies & Fire Escape - Musica (Akron, OH), 5/5/09
You guys coming to Houston anytime soon. Or to Austin? My Daughter Tory, a UT student who sings and plays guitar does a Fastball tribute acoustic version of The Way after seeing you and Carolyn Wonderland play at Ruta Maya last year.
I was the dummy, whoafter listening to you guys play went up and told one of you that you might have a hit with that The Way song. DOH! Best wishes and Keep rockin ... Carl in HTown
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Had one of your CD's blaring last weekend! Early on Saturday, windows open just enjoying :) My neighbors I am sure awakened to the sounds of Fastball!! No complaints! A great way to start the day with you guy's!!!!!!
Howdy Hombres and thanks for your enduring friendship and support. Just to let you know, your music is great and once again shows what great artists you are. On the homefront, I just added my latest song, "The Cowboy Way". I'm sure you'll feel what I did when I wrote the song. There is a side to me (and everyone, I reckon) that's hard to come to grips with and that I can't expect anyone else to understand, either. Have fun listening and let me know how you like the song. Dexter
Howdy Lads and thanks for the friendship. I like your songs and your cool vibe. Take a moment to check out my songs and the great stories they tell. Be well and stay inspired, Dexter
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You know, there was a 4th birthday in the house of blues, Aug 22. But I was way too shy to try and figure out who to tell. Thank you so much miles for taking the picture with me, and when finding out it was a "two-flasher" making sure I got the picture.
You guys made an awesome show! Sorry if you could hear my horrid singing from the bar area! haha. THank you again for making it an awesome birthday!
I saw fastball's show 3 hours ago @ the house of blues in Houston and as expected it was a great show , my son was so exited to see your show for the first time , we are listening to the live from jupiter records cd right now , is a must have for fans and every one who enjoys great songwriting , thanks again and GOD bless you.
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