After releasing single 'Legendary' in 2017, the indie rock world was quickly introduced to Welshly Arms' penchant for larger-than-life alt-rock bangers and spine-tingling live performances. Their 2018 album No Place is Home has generated over 350 million streams and showcased a sensational musical journey that hits all the swaggering notes. Simply put, the band exudes a powerful dose of emotion that continues to captivate the Welshly Arms faithful.
The latest release Wasted Words & Bad Decisions was recorded in an old farmhouse on the outskirts of Cleveland, Ohio. The quiet and comfortable surroundings offered the platinum-selling, five-piece band a welcome respite from the grueling demands of touring stateside and overseas.
“With a long break from touring and live performances due to the pandemic, we took time to reflect and refocus on our music,” says Sam Getz [lead, vocalist, guitar]. "These songs are about who we all are at this moment in our lives. Musically, we wanted these
after traveling the world together, and I think that intersection is what made the creation of Wasted Words & Bad Decisions so fun and rewarding.“”
After releasing their anthem “Legendary” in 2017 (it reached platinum status in several European countries and over 250 million streams), the Midwestern five-piece were catapulted from local Cleveland music clubs to the world's biggest rock festival stages, including Lollapalooza, The Reading & Leeds Festival, Bottlerock, Rock am Ring, Hangout Music Fest, Shak Knie and many more - all in less than a year.
The rapid rise of Getz, Jimmy Weaver (bass, vocals), Mikey Gould (drums), Bri Bryant (vocals) and Jon Bryant (vocals) saw the band playing to sold-out festival audiences who were immediately enthralled by 'Legendary' and other Welshly Arms hits such as 'Indestructible', 'Learn To Let Go' and 'Sanctuary' (the latter two were top ten hits in Germany). In just a few months, Welshly Arms became indie rock darlings that were appreciated worldwide - from Los Angeles to Warsaw.
While seemingly on the road for two years in Europe and North America, Welshly Arms songs appeared in popular media such as Quentin Tarentino's award-winning film “The Hateful Eight” (trailer), Underground 6 (Netflix), Empire (Fox), FIFA (EA Sports) and were transformed by major brands such as Miller Lite, Jeep, ESPN, MLB, NFL as well as NASCAR and many more.
Influenced by the classic Cleveland sound, the band returned to their diverse musical roots for their latest release; from jazz to soul, gospel to blues, rock to alternative and everything in between. Wasted Words. . . is an impressive sonic evolution for a band known for smooth melodies, meaningful choruses, bold guitar instrumentation and slick production techniques. Hardcore fans will instantly recognize newly released singles like “Are You Lonely”, “Save me from the monster in my head” and “Stand”, while songs like “Dangerous”, “One More Hallelujah”, “Burn Me Alive” and “Proud” add a more daring and aggressive side to their powerful rock 'n roll.
Fan favorites Bri and Jon Bryant breathe spiritual life into every moment with their upliftingly beautiful choral vocals. While Getz's stirring lead vocals and lyrics implore listeners to persevere through life's obstacles between awe-inspiring guitar solos. Weaver, a production mastermind and gifted in the studio, exudes contemporary vibes through groovy basslines, synth chords and tasteful electro effects. On the kit, Gould weaves it rhythmically through a relentless drumming style.
Invigorated and energized, the five members of Welshly Arms are set to continue performing their successful hits and their latest full-length album live with their unmistakable fiery passion that inspires music fans around the world.
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