- Paste Magazine featured WAZ in April 2008 in their Paste Recommends section.
- WAZ, “I Will Follow” [U2 Cover] California troubador gives a U2 staple the “Fox Searchlight love scene” treatment. (Rolling Stone)
- Some albums take little or no effort to like. The Sweet Bye and Bye is not only one of those releases, it’s the kind of album that may just have major label execs wondering where the hell he’s been all their lives. Then again, maybe not, because that would be giving the record industry as it currently exists too much credit. Instead, just enjoy WAZ and this gem of mainstream bliss, because music like this doesn’t come around too often. (Bullzeye)
- We feel Waz is a truly viable prospect for A&R consideration. (Music Connection Magazine)
- WAZ’s knack for beautiful memorable melodies and hooks are the cornerstone of his talents. Add to this his ability to write emotionally mature heartfelt and honest lyrics, a clarity of musical vision that is equal to the best of them, (Gus Black, Philip Price, Michael Penn, Pete Yorn etc) and one of those perfect pop voices, then this magnificent album cannot fail to be a winner. This is one of those albums that touches the heart and the mind in equal measure, the type of album you can put of repeat play and never tire of. I cannot recommend this jewel of an album highly enough. (Bucket Full of Brains)
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Waz, “I Will Follow” [U2 Cover] California troubador gives a U2 staple the “Fox Searchlight love scene” treatment. Maybe the antithesis of that Marvin Gaye remix — but lovely nonetheless. - J. Edward Keyes (Rolling Stone)
BIO
WAZ has arrived at a place where his melodies flow about the room yet hold the listener still. As a confessional singer- songwriter, he writes, sings, and plays with a bellowing honesty.
Growing up in Cleveland, Ohio, WAZ was heavily influenced by his parent's record collection which included artists such as The Pretenders, ELO, & Neil Young. At the early age of 8, 10cc's song, "The Things We Do For Love" inspired WAZ to pick up his first guitar. After graduating college, WAZ packed up his car and drove west having no idea what the future held. Within a day of arriving in California, he got a call from his college buddy Pete Yorn, to start a band.
After three years of hard work and gigging in Los Angeles, Yorn signed a major deal with Columbia records. The boys picked up and went on road. It was the next three years where WAZ witnessed the emotional impact music had on people. Playing shows night after night I was always surprised to see the raw and emotional connection people have with heartfelt music & lyrics... It was this connection that inspired him to start writing his own songs.
While struggling to make ends meet, WAZ relentlessly continued to write and develop his solo presence. He found a home at the Hotel Cafe.. where many of his contemporaries were also launching their careers. It was there that he was approached by Will Golden & Al Sgro, who mentioned that they were opening a studio in an old house in Hollywood. In between recording acts such as Gary Jules, Joe Purdy, & Ian Ball, Will & Al slowly started working on what would be WAZ's first full-length album.
On January 28th, 2008, WAZ released his debut full-length album, “The Sweet Bye and Bye”. He’s been featured on Rollingstone.com, MTV’s The Hills, ABC’s Wildfire & Men In Trees, Showtime’s Weeds Compilation, XM Radio, and in Paste Magazine. His song “Mine to Remember” peaked at 14 on iTunes Folk Charts. WAZ also launched an online cooking show called, “Come For the Music…Stay for the Food” where he not only teaches his fans how to cook but premieres his new songs.
Just six months after his debut release, WAZ has found himself with another collection of songs. “The Secret” EP mixed by Jamie Candiloro (REM, Ryan Adams) & produced by Will Golden will be released exclusively on iTunes on July 28th, 2008.
HI WAZ!!!!! MY INTERNET CONECTION IS BACK!!!!!!! AND IM SOOO GLAD RIGHT NOW AND I DID MY ITINERARY FOR SCHOOL AND IM GOING TO HAVE CLASS ALL DAY!!! IT COULS BE EXAUSTIVE! JUST 5 DAYS FOR the secret!!!!!!
Hii! thanks for the add. No,i havent heard the song of the hills. But i listened it. And i love it. All songs are great. You are the best. :) How are you doing? xx
Hii! (: you're song Mine to remember is so heart warming! ('; it's so cute ! (: i hope to hear from you one day ! :D by the way if you need anything you can always ask me if you want.
