Their Alternative-Americana sound incorporates aspects of rock, pop, folk, funk, and jazz with classic vocal harmonies, reminiscent of bands such as Barenaked Ladies, Counting Crows and Toad the Wet Sprocket. Compelling melodies, vocal percussion and well-crafted songs sets Woodrush apart from the average band.
ARTIST INFORMATION
Woodrush draws audiences into a refreshing live music experience through their infectious melodies and entertaining performance. In an industry where original sound is becoming harder to find, Woodrush delivers a generous blend of musical genres and variety to any entertainment line-up.
Woodrush founders, Kelly Shirey (lead vocals, guitar) and Jim Castaneda (vocals, vocal percussion, bass), have been performing together for over a decade, recently adding multi-instrumentalist, Leland Hirschman
Their Alternative-Americana sound incorporates aspects of rock, pop, folk, funk, and jazz with classic vocal harmonies, reminiscent of bands such as Barenaked Ladies, Counting Crows and Toad the Wet Sprocket. Compelling melodies, vocal percussion and well-crafted songs sets Woodrush apart from the average band.
In addition to their substantial selection of original songs, Woodrush also plays a diverse array of crowd-pleasing covers.
Their many years of experience includes performances at festivals, bars, coffee houses, restaurants, clubs, casinos, wineries, breweries, corporate events and weddings.
It is evident in every performance that these three musicians have a true passion for what they do.
DISCOGRAPHY:
So Far From Home (2006) Recorded at: Strate Sound Studios in San Diego. Producer: Ray Peterson, Raining Notes. Sound Engineer: Alan Sanderson. Mastering: Sterling-Sound Studios, NY. Photos: Henry Diltz.
"Running on a Treadmill" contributed to the album Drink to Bones that Turn to Dust, A Toast to Oingo Boingo (2006) Produced and Recorded by: Dep't of Records.
It's About Time… (2004) Recorded as Three Shades of Gray (3SG). Features several songs with American Idol's Blake Lewis.
Three Shades of Gray (3SG) (2001) Recorded as Three Shades of Gray (3SG).
[Woodrush is currently in the studio with Dep't of Records recording a new full-length album.]
AWARDS
Best Acoustic Single of the Year - 16th Annual Los Angeles Music Awards 2006.
for: Road Trippin' (appears on So Far From Home)
Best Group/Duo (Grand Prize Runner Up) - International Acoustic Music Awards 2006.
