Jeramiah Red

Amidst a sea of introverted indie sets and beach inspired sing-alongs, Jeramiah Red came barreling through Orange County in 2010 like a tidal wave of sound. Their boot stomping combination of blues guitar, steel-driven harmonica, and raucous vocals, created a perfect storm that continues to destroy everything in its path. Wes Dickson (vocals, guitar), Ian Cullen (lead guitar, vocals), Travis Ruiz (harmonica, percussion, graphic design), Tim Miller (bass), and Matt Pleskacz (drums), had played together in different incarnations throughout the years, however, after shedding the skins of their previous bands, found what they refer to as a “brotherhood” in Jeramiah Red. The band came out the gate with their first record in 2011, wearing both their classic and contemporary rock influences proudly on their sleeves. This five song EP, Ghost Tracks from the Getty, kicked up the dust in the local scene, and earned Jeramiah Red awards in the categories of “Best New Artist,” and “Best Blues” at the 2012 Orange County Music Awards, and “Best Rock” at the 2013 ceremony. Their debut single, “My Baby,” currently plays at the Honda Center every time the Anaheim Ducks win a game, inciting the arena with the driving riffs and infectious melodies that have become the cornerstone of JRED’s sound. This fast acclaim gave weighted meaning to the phrase, “highly anticipated album,” however the band consciously allowed themselves time to develop their sophomore effort, which was recorded with producer Jon O'Brien at the Music Box Studios in Irvine, California. Refusing to rest on old laurels and determined to push new boundaries, Jeramiah Red’s forthcoming release, The Winter Tick, unveils a group that, after undergoing a self-imposed hibernation, re-emerges as a band in complete control of both their voice and the music they have created. On tracks like, “Oh Pardon Me,” the band’s signature tempo changes and foot-stamping breakdowns are hitting harder than ever, meanwhile their confidence has given way to a softer side on lyrically vulnerable songs like, “Tangled Up.” There is a sense of presence and charge throughout the entire album that makes a believer out of the first-time listener, and a die-hard out of the casual fan. Given all of this, it’s the merciless attack Jeramiah Red brings to a live performance that truly legitimizes them as one of Southern California’s top up and comers. Throughout a set they effortlessly anticipate the listeners experience—forcing you to continuously redefine and reconnect as they switch from gear to gear without warning. This band of brothers dons their instruments like weaponry, ready to unleash an arsenal of music with the vengeance of soldiers on the front line—and at the end of each show, Jeramiah Red leaves the stage like a battlefield… dripping with sweat, soaked in blood, but with a victory flag waving high. "Jeramiah Red play like they’re not to be trifled with." - Buzzbands LA www.jeramiahred.com