Ledbetter Heights comes from a college town, but it's
far more than a college band. They're young men,
but old souls. They were toddlers when
"Joshua Tree" was released, but one can hear echoes
of 70s funk and 60s soul threaded through a rock sound all
their own. And best of all, they're not playing for escapism
or ephemeral pleasures. They're slinging their grooves
and melodies because they know moving people to jump,
shout, laugh and cry is a serious and noble business,
far more importa...
Ledbetter Heights comes from a college town, but it's
far more than a college band. They're young men,
but old souls. They were toddlers when
"Joshua Tree" was released, but one can hear echoes
of 70s funk and 60s soul threaded through a rock sound all
their own. And best of all, they're not playing for escapism
or ephemeral pleasures. They're slinging their grooves
and melodies because they know moving people to jump,
shout, laugh and cry is a serious and noble business,
far more important than any day job.
Based in Shippensburg, PA., the band - Tim Carr Jr. on
drums, Matt Franzoni on bass, Nick Staver on lead
vocals and guitar, and Brian Stoner on lead guitar -
has spent the last four years playing shows and
building a following throughout central Pennsylvania
and western Maryland. The band self-released
its sophomore album "Evolve" in February 2008 and
has already gained radio air play for several tracks
from the album.
Meanwhile, they continue writing, honing their
live show and getting acquainted with the road.
They're easily one of the biggest draws in a region
boasting a surprising number of talented bands,
yet they're easy to work with, willing to offer
an opening slot, or set the stage for someone else.
They play and hang with a large number of friends and
fellow musicians because they love music, thrive on
challenges, and live to connect with listeners.
Rock n' Roll is alive and kicking in these four guys.
They invite you to turn off the television, forget
your idols, and experience some independent,
organic, homegrown, live music!
- Matthew Major, journalist/musician
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