Sometimes the maturation process of a musical artist happens before our very eyes, and in the case of Denver based Jason Vigil, the act of writing, recording and performing over the last few years has helped that process along. Vigil released his debut, Heart Gone Sober (2006) to a sold out Walnut Room in Denver, and he's now back with Sometimes Always, (September 9) an EP that fully displays his maturity as a singer, songwriter and performer.
Vigil admits that this album is more "upbeat" and "happy" than the material on Heart Gone Sober. "My style has become I believe more polished and I think that the music I'm writing now makes more sense musically and lyrically than before," he says.
Vigil is also drawing from more influences that ever before. "I've been working on becoming a more well-rounded writer as well as musician," he admits. "Not just staying in one genre per se, but being able to draw from several styles depending on what the song I'm writing dictates."
But as with any talented artist, performing often has helped Vigil to hone his skills, and you can hear the confidence in his edgy, powerful vocals on Sometimes Always. Much of that was the result of working with producer Duane Lundy (These United States, Ben Sollee, Scourge of the Sea, The Effects).
"It was great working with Duane," says Vigil. "He takes a very organic approach to recording, which was refreshing. He gave the songs a distinct sound and made them stand out more individually. I also liked how he was hands-on with the structure of the songs, which gave them direction."
But it's not like Vigil came completely out of nowhere. He was nominated by Westword Magazine for best singer/songwriter in the Denver area and has established himself as one of the city's top talents through radio play and constant high profile local and regional shows. In addition to that rigorous performing schedule, Vigil also toured the Midwest, Southeast and west coast in 2008. That is something he intends to do more of in support of the new release.
"I would like to be on the road more consistently," he says. "I want this release to launch awareness of my music to a higher level nationally." One listen to Jason Vigil's emotive voice delivering powerful and interesting tracks on Sometimes Always, and you'll know that he should be able to garner that awareness with a slam dunk.
For more information and current tour dates, please visit WWW.JASONVIGIL.COM.
JASOOOOOOONNN! It was great to see a message on myspace, and from you of all people! You've made my day! Steamboat is effing awesome! I'm here for the summer and another winter, then I don't know. Anyhoo, you should come play here. There's so much live music, it's great. Tell me how things are for you? Miss you! x
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I just saw you on Rhapsody. Congrats buddy! I'm super proud of ya. I haven't seen ya play in forever and I'm gonna try to drag Mitchell to one of your Denver shows
Hey Jason, Thanks for being a fan. We're glad you dig what you hear. We have a new album out later this year, and we're doing a pre-release show at THE SOILED DOVE UNDERGROUND, April 25th.
We won't be playing too much round Denver, so when we do, make sure you come out. It's the best live rock show in town. We'll see you there. Thanks for listening
Hi! So I really need to call ya and tell you the latest news... :) Anyway, I hope your trip was perfect! I can't wait till Blaine and I get to go on ours. I'm so ready for it!
Hey Jason! I just wanted to say thanks for playing at The Childrens Hospital - I know the kiddos loved it! My best friends neice had a heart transplant just over a week ago and we watched you guys from the 4th floor. You guys are great and thanks again!!! :-)
Hey there... love love love your cd... I was very impressed! It was great to meet you guys on the cruise (wish we could go again tomorrow) anyway just wanted to say hello... ttyl
I told Zack to tell you but incase he gets sidetracked Ill let you know while its fresh on my mind... Comedy Central- just released a new Jim Gaffigan stand up- Baby King, the last skit hedoes is on White Castle. I thought of you and laughed the whole time. It talked about shootings and the bathroom. You need to watch it or youtube it if it is on there.
Comedy Central just released a new stand up from Jium Gafigan called Baby King. The last skit reminded me of you. It was all about Waffle House. It talked about the bathrooms and shotings...I laughed the whole time thinking of you. Comedy Central just released it so it my repeat, but if not try to youtube it.
Yeah! What a freaking blast we had! O.A.R rocked and John Mayor was a pretty funny guy. Cheers to new people we met. All the fun drinks and the tequila bar in Cabo!
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