Ram = Vocals & Guitar
Kyle = Keys & Guitar
Ryan = Vocals & Bass
Eric = Drums
Sounds Like
"It takes a lot of gumption for an Austin band to take the name of the city’s most notorious killer, but Whitman isn’t out to raise hackles: Although the group’s angular, propulsive rock has considerable bite, the radio-ready vocal hooks and soothing whorls of organ suggest that its intention is to get fists, not blood pumping." - The Onion
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"The Evangelist" Whitman
"Irresistible track from an Austin band whose idea of rock defies the trends and reaps the rewards." -Bill Forman, Colorado Springs Independent
"Whitman trades off the type of riffs and rhythms that made Spoon a big deal" - Austin Monthly
“Good song writing. I feel that you are telling a real life story to a friend. The quality of your life is coming out in your music… Although not really hard rock, there is a driving quality to your sound” -Perry Farrell of Jane’s Addiction
"Very solid playing. “The Drifter” is a Nice driving rock tune reminiscent of Arcade Fire and countless UK bands from the ‘80s. Bravo!" -Doug Brod, Editor of SPIN
"I prefer “For Heaven Sake”, (I) appreciate the philosophical bent to the lyrics. I like the crunchiness of the music. Nice one." -Tim Kasher of Cursive
"Simply put, this quartet makes driving rock music. Sure, it features some nice harmonies and crisp, layered arrangements, but deep down they're songs you just want to turn up loud and look cool doing it." -Austin Sound
"There are whorls, and simple ranging guitar parts to exploding emotional rock opus areas, this never leaves the listener bored, not once. ...It had us air drumming and heads nodding" -Crooked Camera (Minneapolis, MN)
Whitman is an indie Rock band from Austin, TX that have worked to establish the perfect blend of progressive soundscapes and loud, biting rock and roll. They combine a mix of melancholy lyrics, soulful howls, harmonizing guitars, ever shifting backing beats and haunting electric keys. Recorded in the Live Music Capital of the World during the Summer and Fall of 2007, comes Whitman's debut "Torch Songs”, a record embodied by Whitman's unique approach and fiercely independent spirit. After the deserved success from their debut LP, Whitman is currently working on a follow up to build upon the sounds of their debut material. Fueled by an endless thirst for adventure, the support of college radio, and good ol’ fashioned hard work, Whitman has consistently toured the nation creating a base of dedicated and loyal fans. By day you will find the members of Whitman at traditional day jobs all the while squeezing in time to book national tours and promote their true passion in life. Each night you will find Whitman working hard to become a rock n' roll band to be remembered.
Booking: booking@listentowhitman.com
Say Hello: whitman@listentowhitman.com
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hey ill be in austin on the 3rd an leaving around 4 on saturday the 4th if your playing a show i can take some class mates an go or something man so reply asap ram
Sup boys hope you are all still rockin hard. We just got back from another week in Myrtle Beach a few days ago. Wish you guys coulda been there. Hopefully our paths will cross soon.
