
Wasteland Records Presents:
MUSICAL SPEED DATING

The Wall of Contestants
The Wall of Contestants
The Wall of Contestants
The Wall of Contestants
Musicians paired by genre for 5 minute improv jam
MELISSA GRACIOSA
GENRE: Old time, folk, jazzy stuff, punky stuff, rockabilly, experimental?
INSTRUMENTS: Banjo
BIO: "Been playing for a handful of years, mostly by my lonesome. Looking for a regular jam, open to starting a project and gigging around, open to joining an existing project you got going on. Will sing along and would be excited to join a powerful witch harmony as an alto."
PAT WARD
GENRE: Alternative/metal/rock'n'roll/grunge.
INSTRUMENTS: Acoustic/electric guitar. Cowbell
BIO: "I have played guitar for over 15 years seriously. I've done open mics. I've been in bands before. I write songs in my free time. I'm looking for others to create music, play covers, and jam with."
MADISON LUSK
GENRE: Folk Punk
INSTRUMENTS: Bass, occasional singing, lyricist
BIO: "I’ve been playing & writing on bass solo for a couple of years now and am seeking to strengthen my skills & play with others. I’d love to find a jam group, maybe a casual house band to play and write together without too much expectation."
ELISHA PHIL
GENRE: Indie Folk
INSTRUMENTS: Vocals, Guitar (acoustic and electric) bass, harmonica, bamboo flute
BIO: "Eli (aka Elisha Phil) is a prolific songwriter, with an eclectic style that spans from mellow indie-folk to pop to jazz. He performs semi-regularly around town as a solo artist, and recently released his first studio album, "Jigsaw". He would love to form a small band, ideally including strings (violin, viola or cello), percussion, bass, and harmony vocals, ideally including other songwriters!"
TROY MCFARLAND
GENRE: Rock, Indie, Experimental
INSTRUMENTS: Rhythm Guitar, taking lessons for backing vocals, and new to bass
BIO: "Rhythm guitar mostly, making song snippets as I go. Done a little production. Looking for jam buddies to come up with things together that we would not on our own. My Social Media link has some really ROUGH ideas, and I know I could do better in a group!
<3: Lazarus Pearl, Josaleigh Pollett, Sugar Beets, KGLW, Trillian Green, Tycho, Gunship, Castle Rat, 60-70s Rock."
COURTNEY RENEA
GENRE: Whimsical folk
INSTRUMENTS: Vocals
BIO: "I’m a harmony vocalist for Forest Mountain Lion and The Sun and Moon Sisters, and I also have an original project called- Wild Tender. My music lives somewhere in the realm of ethereal, whimsical folk, rooted in nature, ritual, dreams, and a touch of witchiness. I’m especially drawn to layered vocal harmonies and using the voice as texture, creating music that feels earthy, haunting, and feminine."
TYLER WEISS
GENRE: Jazzy, Bluesy, Indie-rock
INSTRUMENTS: Guitar, Vocals
BIO: "I've been a performing singer/songwriter for 13 years, and have just put a new band together, called The Flying Treehouse. We have a trio of guitar, keys, and drums right now, and are looking to add a bassist to round out the four corners of the foundation of this treehouse."
PAUL NAU
GENRE: Jazz/fusion/psych/indie/dream pop/funk
INSTRUMENTS: Vibraphone/drumset/percussion/keys/guitar/bass/didgeridoo
BIO: "Hey y'all! Im a recent Eugene transplant from central Illinois, looking to find folks to make music with. I have a degree in audio tech and jazz performance. Trying to create in the style of Hiatus Kaiyote/Crumb/Men I Trust/Tame Impala/etc.."
CONNOR DEAN
GENRE: Rock—punk or emo or whatever, old retro post-progressive pre-post acoustic indie wavecore
INSTRUMENTS: Guitar, Drums
BIO: I play the drums and guitar (prefer the drums). If you want to see me play, there are videos on YouTube with my old band "Ghost of Gatsby". I’m looking to join a gigging band aside from the band I front—where I can play a drums without having to book shows
SPENCER LYBROOK
GENRE: Interested in all types of music, but I love playing funk/jazz, soul, and rock. Currently on a Vulfpeck kick.
INSTRUMENTS: Drums
BIO: "I played with my schools' bands through high school and college and had various jam groups since then. Looking for jam buddies whether that leads to gigs or just making music together"
WILL BROWN
GENRE:
INSTRUMENTS: Acoustic Guitar in all of its splendor...
BIO: "I explore all the possibilities of the acoustic guitar. I like to write instrumentals as well as songwriter material. I like to improvise and experiment. I like a good groove and seeing how far it can go. I'm open to any possibility here. I truly love all musical expression."
TOMMASO EDOARDO
GENRE: Funk / producer (though I am only interested in live shows at this point, I don't want to do serious recording anymore).
INSTRUMENTS: Vocals
BIO: "I produce funk, real funk. Not jazzy blues, not sort of funky jam band whatever, only real, hard core bassline driven, fat claps, analog synth, funk. Roger and Zapp, Gap Band, Ohio Players, etc. More Bounce to the Ounce."
NADINE
GENRE: Electro-pop/midwest emo/indie electronic
INSTRUMENTS: Guitar, vocals
BIO: "hi I'm Nadine! I'm a formally-trained guitarist and vocalist who's spent a lot of time studying jazz, and years playing in punk and hardcore bands, but is looking to branch out! I'm looking for bandmates for an experimental electro-pop project, especially a percussionist (drum set and/or drum machine), bassist, or synth player. think Baths but with guitars...kinda."
TRISHA DRISCOLL
GENRE: Rock, pop, r&b, film/tv themes
INSTRUMENTS: Keyboards
BIO: "Looking to start a duo with a lead vocalist or instrument (sax / violin) to do interpretations of mostly cover songs, with a few originals thrown in for good measure. Think Billy Eilish, Julie Cruise, Nathalie Bassingthwaite, Pascal Letoublon, Suzanne Vega, BTS"
SEAN GOODBODY
GENRE: Pop since the 60s, yacht rock, funk/soul, singer/songwriter (pretty much all covers).
INSTRUMENTS: Rhythm guitar (+ a little piano)
BIO: "Early 40s dad of 3. Have played music since I was 9. Other than high-level HS concert band (trumpet), highest music achievement was playing a few 60-min open mic sessions in college. Looking for a group to jam with occasionally (and sing in harmony!), a more formal band, or just new friends."
LIGO RAMIREZ
GENRE: Hip-hop, rnb, soul, & disco
INSTRUMENTS: Vocals
BIO: "My name is ligo, i love singing/ rapping and find myself enjoying hip-hop, rnb, soul, & disco. i think i have a really great range for singing, id love the opportunity to get out of my comfort zone. i think im looking for a good jamming crew. i’m not sure if i’m looking for full live performances as my time can be limited. i love a great opportunity to harmonize, record tracks, and have fun !"
ALEXA RO
GENRE: Open to singing rnb, funk, jazzy, pop, rock, folk genres
INSTRUMENTS:
Vocalist (main)
Ukulele (folk, pop)
Some keys
BIO: "I'm interested in finding consistent collaborators in songwriting, shows/regional tours, production, harmony singing, & instrumentation. I am a vocalist in different genres, as well I play shows out as a folk pop songwriter with electric ukulele. I would be into adding more regular members to my sets if we vIbe~* I'd also be into starting/joining a new project doing vocals and writing mainly."
NEIL THURSTON
GENRE: R&B, Neo Soul, Gospel, Funk, Rock, Pop
INSTRUMENTS: Keys, Bass, Guitar, Drums, Vox
BIO: "I've been singing/playing music in Eugene for over 20 years. I genuinely enjoy listening to and playing a wide spectrum of genres. As much as I have listed genres that are firmly in my wheelhouse, I'm game most things. I'm looking to find like-minded musicians to jam, and possibly to add to projects."
OGMA WITTING-SEANCHAI
GENRE: "I play the drums confidently for anything but metal (but buy me a double kick and I'll see what I can do) Would love to play more guitar, bass, and theremin with folks, but can't perform with them."
INSTRUMENTS: DRUMS
BIO: "I just love playing music! Not sure I can join another band right now but tell me about your jam and I'll try to be there with my kit! My goal is to know every musician in town so say hi!"
GEORGE DAY
GENRE: Rock, pop, r&b or jazz
INSTRUMENTS: Drums
BIO:
Hello. I have more than 20 years’ experience in playing drums with multiple bands with many musical styles and personalities. I also sing backup harmonies and occasionally lead vocals from the kit. I have played trad jazz, contemporary jazz, rock and pop (mostly ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s), blues, and r&b. Recently completed Or..Jazz Workshop
I am looking for a band which wants to play in Eugene and Central Oregon in rock, pop, r&b or jazz styles. I am easy to play with and get along with on stage and off, and I’m fast learner.
BEN LUSKIN
GENRE: chicago blues, grateful dead, and folky rock and roll
INSTRUMENTS: Harmonica
BIO: "Been playing harp for about 5 years now, straddling between chicago blues, grateful dead, and folky rock and roll. I was raised playing Yamaha piano, so have a good ear/intuition and love free flow jams where together we create the unexpected. Lets do this!"




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