WESTBOUND TRAIN *Warped Interview* (Obi & Eric)
Hellcat Records has given us plenty of amazing bands; and Westbound Train is no exception. A little reggae, mixed with some ska and a pint of soul gives these guys a great, soothing sound that any music lover can appreciate. Not only is their music easy on the ears, but when I spoke with Obi (vocals) and Eric (drums), I discovered that they are down to Earth, good dudes… which is always a relief.. ha ha, because it’s definitely not always true for musicians.
“If the classic soul, smooth reggae, upbeat ska and distinctive storytelling found all over Westbound Train’s new album, Come and Get It, has you stepping into your neighborhood record shop in search of Otis Redding, the Wailers, or The Specials, nobody would be more stoked than the members of Boston’s best modern reggae/soul outfit.
…Westbound Train wants to be your gateway drug.”
-partial band bio from http://www.westboundtrain.net
Eric, Me & Obi at the Cincinnati Warped Tour, 2009
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I’m a huge fan of hardcore music, don’t get me wrong; but I do enjoy some relaxing ska/reggae beats as well. Gives my ear drums a nice break from all the screaming I guess 🙂
Eric and Obi torturing the Gnome
Westbound Train put on one hell of a live show, and I can tell these guys are definitely not a studio band. Be sure to check them out, I’m telling ya, they won’t disappoint you! Pick up their new album Come And Get It, out now!!
Westbound Train (Eric) live @ Warped 2009, Cincinnati
The Gnome on stage w/Westbound Train @ Warped 2009, Cincinnati
Westbound Train (Obi) live @ Warped 2009, Cincinnati
www.myspace.com/westboundtrain
www.westboundtrain.net
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Westbound Train
About the Author
Denise Borders 39, Los Angeles. Denise founded PWV in 2008 and remains the primary manager and photographer/videographer. She is not secretly obsessed with Joey Cape.
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