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Wes Tucker & The Skillets
Alternative / Folk Rock / Soul

New Album Now on CD Baby and iTunes!!



ARLINGTON, Virginia
United States

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Last Login:  7/6/2009
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Member Since2/28/2005
Band Websitewestucker.com
Band MembersWes Tucker - vox, guitar, harp

Bryan Washam - guitar, bass

Dave Rutkowski - drums, keys

Arch Alcantara - bass, guitar

Sounds Like
WES TUCKER & THE SKILLETS: The Scorpion and the Dove
WES TUCKER & THE SKILLETS: Beauty in the Broken
WES TUCKER: Tradition

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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Jul 15 2009 7:00P
Brenman Park Concert Series Alexandria, Virginia
Jul 23 2009 9:00P
Evening Star Cafe Alexandria, Virginia
Jul 25 2009 7:00P
Fairfax Corner Summer Concert Series Fairfax, Virginia
Aug 29 2009 4:00P
Rockville Uncorked Rockville, Maryland
Sep 20 2009 12:00P
Tarara Winery Leesburg, Virginia
Sep 27 2009 5:00P
The Bullpen right outside Nationals Stadium, Washington DC

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THE SCORPION AND THE DOVE  (view more)

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NEW SONGS - NEW ALBUM -FACEBOOK  (view more)

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   About Wes Tucker & The Skillets
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THE WASHINGTON POST
"Wes Tucker and the Skillets sound like a country band in name only. On Thursday night at Iota, the Arlington quartet showcased solid songwriting and tight instrumentation in musical styles ranging from funk to groove-based R&B to soulful jam-based ballads.

Tucker, who played acoustic guitar as he sang, was a strong stage presence, firmly in command of the material, most of which came from the band's new album, "Beauty in the Broken." His muscular vocals easily fit the ever-changing tempos of the tunes while maintaining the heartfelt intent of the image-laden lyrics.

The show shifted gears when lead guitarist Bryan Washam, whose funk riffs and solos entirely suited the material, and bassist Arch Alcantara, who provided a solid bottom with drummer Dave Rutkowski, traded instruments. Alcantara's bottleneck-slide style of playing was fiery and rock-based, raising the energy of the room even higher.

As skillful as the Skillets' playing was, the most impressive aspect was the songwriting. Tucker's tunes are sturdy without being rigid, soulful without being cloying, and he expresses them like he believes the words."
-- Buzz McClain

ON TAP MAGAZINE
"From fast-train attacks like “Casting Stones” to funked-up near-raps like “Wasted Worry,” Wes Tucker and his veteran band show what can be done with a setup that’s technically country rock in origin. All the songs are constructed without irony, and most of the narrated thoughts and experiences come from the painful side of the street; Tucker’s smooth vocals range from wistful to angry over multiple, skillfully played guitars." -- Joel Sparks

LEFT OFF THE DIAL
"From funk inspired foot-stompers to soulful ballads, Tuckers songwriting style remains strong. He is certainly a talented musician and one that will appeal to the masses. Its obvious that Tucker is a musician that we will be hearing more from over the years." -- Chelsea Cochran

EARVOLUTION .COM
“Tucker excels in expressing the feelings associated with finding what your heart truly desires and the burdens such knowledge can bring … Discerning listeners with appreciative ears will admire and relish the nuances of Tucker's thoughtful songwriting and the Skillets' skillful musicianship.” -- David Schultz

INDIE-MUSIC .COM
"Fine rootsy rock minus the twang, and with a little old school funk thrown in just for grins." -- Jamie Anderson

MUSIC MONTHLY MAGAZINE
"Wes Tucker definitely continues to impress on Beauty in the Broken. By combining the solid songwriting skills he displayed on his debut with the support of his new group of supporting musicians, Tucker has succeeded in making a good thing even better." -- Greg Yost

“outstanding songwriting ability…[Tradition] is a vibrant work of an original artist.” -- Greg Yost

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Celeste Starchild





Jun 30 2009 12:07 AM

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The Molas





Jun 18 2009 6:21 PM

Pleasure to make your acquaintance. Thanks for checking out our videos and songs.
Hey Arbore





Jun 22 2009 4:24 AM

Hope you can come help us support DC Rollergirls!

TOM McBRIDE & THE WHIG PARTY





Jun 17 2009 3:46 AM

Hey Wes. Hope you and the guys can make it to our album release party this Thursday @ Local 16. It's at 6-9. Should be a good time. later
Hey Arbore





Jun 9 2009 9:52 PM

Check out Hey Arbore @ Artomatic this Wednesday!


The Columbia Festival of the Arts





Jun 5 2009 4:33 PM

FREE Concert with Wes Tucker & The Skillets, Saturday June 13th, 1:30 p.m. at the Columbia Town Center LakeFront. Come down and enjoy the free music all weekend long.
Theo Gardner





Jun 2 2009 6:26 AM

Wes,

Thank you. LOVE the new record, and my four-year-old daughter loved the stickers too (she helped me put one on my car!). My almost-two-year-old son was bobbing his head to your music all the way to the beach today, and I felt inspired on first listen. You've got my support, and I'll see you guys at a show sometime soon.
The Columbia Festival of the Arts





May 8 2009 3:46 PM

The LakeFest Lineup is set! June 12-14, three days of free live music in Columbia Town Center. Visit http://www.columbiafestival.com/lakestage.aspx for the complete schedule and lineup.
Memphis 59 at The Rookery, Friday, July 10th





Apr 23 2009 2:52 PM

Caught your CD release show at Iota.
Sounded great!
Hey Arbore





Apr 19 2009 6:10 PM

GRANT





Apr 7 2009 6:23 PM

Hey WES! Just wishing you life and health friend. Hope you guys have continued success - Let me know when your next trip to Raleigh will be....
BB Music Management





Apr 9 2009 5:39 PM

Hey Tucker! Any insight on best and quickest place to have t-shirts printed up for Oona?? Thought I'd run it by you in case you know something nobody else does. Hope your doing great and CD is successful.
Peace, Tucker
BB Music Management





Mar 25 2009 9:27 PM

Hello Wes..... just wanted to say hey and hope the new CD is making a huge impact on the masses!!!
Eliot Pyls





Mar 23 2009 8:54 PM

HI THERE
Off the Beat-n-Track





Mar 23 2009 3:50 PM

Your music will be played on the nationally syndicated "Off the Beat-n-Track Radio Show"
Noah Woods





Mar 4 2009 1:55 PM

Hello friend! Thanks for the add.
Let me know what you think of my new demo's
Hey Arbore





Mar 4 2009 1:52 AM

Celeste Starchild





Mar 2 2009 3:05 AM

Can't wait until Saturday!!! It's going to be such a great time, and I'm so happy you're playing. See ya soon.


Alexandria Live





Feb 24 2009 5:34 PM

Yo Wes & Skillets -- See you soon in Alexandria, if not at Fireflies then DEFINITELY at the Evening Star!
* Holli





Feb 14 2009 1:51 AM

Hey Mr. Tucker!! Just dropping in to say "hey". Postponed Feb. plans to be in your area. Obligations here in TN. Still plan to though. Will give you a heads up when the time comes.
Keep rockin and congrats on turning 'dirty thirty'!!
Katie





Feb 6 2009 2:24 PM

Just let me know when it's not embargoed any more. My old roommate Lisa wants to hear it, after I told her how good it is. Also, I better get some chocolate for running this mile.
Or else!
Katie





Feb 4 2009 10:25 PM

Thanks for coming to my crepe party! Also thanks for the CD. It is awesome. I listened to it like four times at work this afternoon. I can't wait to blog about it!

Also, how did we get suckered into running something called a "chocolate mile?"
Lola's List





Jan 24 2009 3:51 AM

Hi Wes! Good to hear from you. I would love to hear the new CD. Your last one has been in permanent rotation in my player. xo,
~Lola
mary





Jan 18 2009 7:33 PM

love it!!!! miss ya
Stellar Moss





Jan 16 2009 7:06 PM

Hey! Thanks for adding me! Download my debut EP for FREE @ www. stellarmoss. com

Check out my free acoustic set Feburary 5th 10pm at the Rockwood Music Hall in NYC!!!
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