Photo by Ashley RobinsonArtist to Watch – The Whitney Myer Band

Whitney Myer is onto something.  Her band (made up of her guitarist father Scott Myer and drummer Uncle Fred Myer—both industry vets), literally sparkles with soul and style. The group’s new record, due in the spring of this year, should help launch what is arguably the most promising indie act in the Truckee Meadows.  The recent UNR grad, who majored in Spanish Literature with a minor in Political Science, is driven to make her new record open industry doors. “This record is a statement record for us.  We’re taking strategic steps to get us where we want to go,” Myer noted.  “It’s a breakout recording for Whitney,” added her father Scott.  “Whitney collaborated on the song writing, arrangements and played guitar and piano on four tracks.”

The elder Myers brothers, both now in their 50’s, made names for themselves playing, recording and touring with Commander Cody (“Hot Rod Lincoln”) and Reno’s own MudSharks.  Known for her powerful pipes, Myer made noise as a front woman with local favorites Jelly Bread.  But her work with her family finds her in her element.  Myer’s vocal styling inspires comparisons to Adele, but she has the wide open range and energy of a young Patti LaBelle.  On stage, her gifts are on maximum display, as she gets out of body and fully into the groove.  Her mellifluous falsetto has a hint of rasp and vibrato.  Myer’s soul stirring arpeggios, vocal tone and control, show a confidant musical talent on the rise.

The Whitney Myer Band plays Java Jungle January 17

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Oliver X