JASON VIGIL: Bio

JASON VIGIL

Singer/songwriter Jason Vigil has generated a loud buzz in his hometown of Denver since the release of his debut album, Heart Gone Sober, in November of 2007. While most independent artists struggle to find their feet months after a debut release, Vigil not only had solid footing, but got off to a running start. He and his band debuted the album with a sold out CD Release party at The Walnut Room in Denver, and Vigil’s intense live performances began opening eyes on a local and national level.

Like a story understood by all, Heart Gone Sober delves deep into the life of a bleeding heart. Vigil’s unique songwriting blends alternative, pop and rock reflect and reveal that, with time, a person can sober up from substances, relationships or even life itself, and find direction. Vigil’s music has been stylistically compared to Matchbox 20, Coldplay, Jeff Buckley, and Pete Yorn. He emanates powerful hooks with a smooth, passionate manner and flowing energy, with or without his band.

Performing Songwriter Magazine published a review of Heart Gone Sober in the Top 12 DIY Picks of its100th issue. “If Buddy Holly had been born in the ’80s, this is what he would have sounded like,” the review beamed.

After a year of touring and honing his performance skills, Vigil recently signed a
publishing deal with St. James Media, a boutique company started by songwriter Michael St. James that specializes in film/TV licensing. Vigil’s regional touring included a recent showcase at the Playback:STL Festival, and he recently recorded three new songs with producer Duane Lundy (Scourge of the Sea, Neva Jeffrey, Vandaveer, The Parlour Boys) in Lexington, Kentucky, with plans to include the songs on a forthcoming EP.

In addition to a recent successful college radio campaign for Heart Gone Sober, Vigil has placed songs in rotation on KQMT 99.5 The Mountain, and enjoyed airplay on 99.9 The Point, 93.3 KCTL in Denver and KRFC in Fort Collins. Vigil and his band also reached the regional finals of the BODOG battle of the bands, and in 2005 Scene Magazine named Jason and his lineup the best band in Northern Colorado.

For more information and current tour dates, please visit www.jasonvigil.com

THE BAND:

Eric Garcia - Drums/Percussion

Garcia has been playing drums for over twenty years, and at the professional level for the past twelve years. His background is in multiple styles, including jazz, blues, country, Latin and rock, but he prefers to hold down grooves for a singer/songwriter like Jason Vigil because for Garcia, it’s all about the song. What separates Garcia from his peers is the ability to interpret a song from beginning to end, usually upon hearing it just one time. His great natural feel allows him to help build songs dynamically and bring them to life.
www.myspace.com/drumlush

Justin Miller - Keyboards

Keyboardist Justin Miller, who began playing at the age of five, offers an ambient style and texture to Vigil’s music. Miller has been performing with Vigil for several years, and wants his playing style to add a unique feel to the music that invokes thought and reflection.
www.myspace.com/justin_m_carpet_solutions

Alex Browers - Bass

Bassist Alex Browers is a multi-instrumentalist who only began playing bass at the age of 18 (he also plays piano, guitar, drums and tuba). Browers has played all styles from classical to hard indie rock to funk to Latin jazz, and has been in bands such as theTAKE and Cien Fuegos. His adaptability makes him a great candidate to add another dimension to pop/rock music such as Vigil’s.
www.myspace.com/parkratyehudi

Paul Walker - Lead Guitar

Guitarist Pauly Walker is the newest member of the Jason Vigil Band, and draws from his roots in rock and, in particular, has an affinity for blues. Walker has been studying guitar for 8 years, including early on under Jock Bartley from the legendary band Firefall.
www.myspace.com/paulyw