Whetherman

Rank #1 Jacksonville, FL Americana / Folk / Roots

About

Members: Nicholas Williams, Rachel Murray, JP Salvat, Drew Matulich, Alex Hayward, Adam Mantovani

Sounds Like: Ray Lamontagne, Paul Simon, Nick Drake, Neil Young, Van Morrison

Label: Independent

Manager: Nicholas Williams

Bio: Since 2007, Whetherman has been the brainchild of 28 year-old independent artist Nicholas Williams, who has released five albums of melody-filled folk singer/songwriter tunes that reach gently into your heart, while questioning your conviction through prose.

The most recent release, 'Streams an... See Full Bio

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Status

We're number 11 on the ReverbNation Americana charts for US. http://www.reverbnation.com/whetherman

Press

“Whetherman performing on the award winning Jacksonville news program First Coast Living. ”

— First Coast Living CW/17

“On Magfest 2011: "Friday, the first full day of music, could not have started off on a better note. Whetherman filled the air of the amphitheatre with fun & pure harmonies blanketing Nicholas Williams’ lyrics from the heart. His band, composed of local Jacksonville musicians, is top notch. Each member serves their purpose to the song and nothing more. Whetherman’s music is refreshing in that the songs are created to capture something; not to sound like something. "”

— Scott T. Horowitz, Florida Music Blog

“Whetherman opening for the Wood Brothers: "Early in the evening, local folk phenomenon Whetherman warmed up the December stage with his patented tales of positivity and Midwestern melodic prose. Ably assisted by local songstress Rachel Murray, Whetherman continued his ascent through the consciousness of North Florida's acoustic music community."”

— Scott T. Horowitz, Upful Life and Times- Wood Brothers Live in Florida Ponte Vedra Concert Hall

"Since June of 2007, Williams has released four full length albums: “Bull” (2007), “The Great Lull” (2008), “Nooks and Crannies” (2010) and most recently, “Wind in the Trees” (2011). The first two works were under a distribution deal backed by Adorable Records, an independent label based outside of Detroit, MI, which Williams remained signed with until 2009. Williams then chose to be independent, booking all festivals, tour dates, merchandising, managing artwork and continuing to record every album on his own dollar and time."

— Erin Scholze, Dreamspider's Publicity and Events Blog: Upcoming shows to attend

"From the opening chords of Bull, there is one thing that is more likely than all others to grab the listener's attention, and that is the palpable vocal soul with which Williams delivers his tales. Much like Joss Stone or John Mayer, Williams has the type of voice that belies his age, race, and a host of other superficial factors. What we are left with, then, is an emotive exhibition across the record that never relents. From the longing melancholy of "Moon" to the heart-wrenching "Storm In Seattle," Williams' breathy croons leave the speakers with an abundance of emotion and conviction - the sort that renders his tracks instant classics finished with a true sense of timelessness. Likewise, tracks like "The Dove and the Doctor" prove an ability to accelerate the pulse of the songs, while still maintaining the lovelorn mood so artfully established prior."

— Steve Henderson, "Bull" (2007) Album Review: Absolutepunk.Net

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New Record!! Tour Time!
Mar 27, 2013
Well folks, the full 6 piece band that I've been performing with over the last 3... [more]

On Tour!!
Jul 19, 2012
I'm currently halfway through my first nationwide span of shows, "The Ears and E... [more]

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Use of Truth

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Weathered Mind

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Simple Lives

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Man of Conviction

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Birch Tree

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Videos

Whetherman- "The Orchard" Live at The Florida Theatre (8-1-12)

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Fri
May 24

Plain Folk Cafe
Pleasant Plain, OH, US | 7:00pm
Plain Folk Cafe
Pleasant Plain, OH, US
Fri May 24 7:00pm
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7 PM Show
Thu
Jun 6

The Comet
Cincinnati, OH, US | 8:00pm
The Comet
Cincinnati, OH, US
Thu Jun 06 8:00pm
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Whetherman is back in Cincinatti! Performing with local bluegrass favorites The Tadcasters! Show starts at 9 PM, and ends around Midnight! www.TheTadcasters.com www.Whetherman.net
Fri
Jun 7

Murphy Art Center
Indianapolis, IN, US | 8:00pm
Murphy Art Center
Indianapolis, IN, US
Fri Jun 07 8:00pm
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Sat
Jun 8

Uncommon Ground On Devon
Chicago, IL, US | 9:00pm
Uncommon Ground On Devon
Chicago, IL, US
Sat Jun 08 9:00pm
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10:00pm- Phil Jacobson 10:40pm- Hanna Ashbrook 11:20pm- Kwesi Kankam
Wed
Jun 12

Rumba Cafe
Columbus, OH, US | 8:00pm
Rumba Cafe
Columbus, OH, US
Wed Jun 12 8:00pm
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LOST CITY BAND
Stellar music !!! Fabulous vocals & accompaniment centerpiece these great songs !!! Peace & Love, LCB/jeffrey
CIRCUS LIBERTY MUSIC
nice page and material
Ryan Crary
Yo brotha! Great things to come man! I'll be reppin ya as one of my favorite artists on Reverb Nation!
Shane Alan Swaim - ...
I am listening to "Penny Street." Very fine authentic acoustic folk song. Musically, Shane
Leslie Raezer
Looking forward to seeing you at M.A.D. Studios in Augusta ! Beautiful music!
Carlos Wilde
Enjoyed listening to you. "Penny Street" - Gentle sound and cool vocal work. Successful and Healthy 2013

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Q: You're incredibly talented. You could make it really big. If you ever need a little help with funding or something let me know. I would ask nothing in return.

A: Hey there! I really appreciate your kind words and for getting in touch. I apologize for taking so long to get back to you, but I had no idea I even had questions to be answered! :) I'm almost finished recording my newest LP, with 5 members that are now a part of Whetherman. We are interested in funding for this album...which would in turn give you full Whetherman access for life should you choose it. Let me know if this is something your interested in!

Asked by anonymous. Answered on Tue Mar 05 2013

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