A Window to Our Souls

There may only be a handful of you that read our blog. And that handful might all be people who know us well. But for the small chance that someone is out there reading this blog to get to know the West Seattle Pleasure Club better, I'm going to take the time to tell you about what we listen to, who we learned our trades from, and who we aspire to be like.

First off, I'd like to mention some of the music teachers who have inspired me: Jeff Brandt, Aaron Serfaty, Amy Putnam, and Bill Klouse. There's also David Fick, an amazing composer who was patient enough to teach me the basics of music theory. I owe all of these music pro's my sincere gratitude.

Not all of us have formal training on our instruments and Teacher J, Homefry, and I all come from different places, geographically and musically. But part of what makes this band really groove together is our shared interest in spine-tingling soul. If you were to cruise by the WSPC jam house on any given day, you're likely to hear Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Wonder, P-Funk, JJ Grey, or Derek Trucks. Perhaps you'd hear Ray Charles, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Paul Pena, or The Beatles. Who knows?

But here's list of what we've been listening to as of late:

• The Heavy
• The Zutons
• Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
• Carney
• The Black Keys

And everyday we look for ways to incorporate what we love about these bands/artists into our music. We call what we do "original" but we really know that while it may be new, it's hardly original. Our music is inspired by loads of artists, songs, and teachers. We have to take time to pay tribute to our mentors and maestros.

I'll let Teach and Homefry tell you about their musical mentors. For now, check out some of the stuff I mentioned and let us know what you think. And if any of you have suggestions for us to check out, please message us or comment below. EasyStreet is only two blocks away . . .

-Sweetie Petey