Jagertown
Lehi, Utah, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2008 | SELF
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The members of the local band Jagertown have performed in a variety of bands from classical to jazz. But in 2006, they abandoned those genres to form a successful country-rock band that has opened for legendary acts such as Alabama and Ty Herndon.
We talked to Jagertown frontman Preston Creed to find out more about this group of country rockers that also includes violinist Liz Anderson, bassist Jesse Brooks, guitarist Troy Haun and drummer Demetri Mannos.
How did Jagertown form?
The band first got together 3?1/2 years ago just to do a project as recording musicians. But as time in the studio progressed, we felt like we had something really special and started to perform. We haven’t looked back since.
Describe the music.
Jagertown is fully country, while at the same time fully original. The story-strong songwriting is reminiscent of John Cougar with instrumentation as tight as anything from Nashville. Those in the mood for old school honky-tonk should look elsewhere; those looking for road-trip, feel-good, anytime music are in the right place.
What sets Jagertown apart from other bands?
Energy. So many country acts national and otherwise rely on overproduced, cookie-cutter songs and stage shows filled with hired-gun musicians. Jagertown is the opposite — we play country music for those who want to party. We write our music, and our stage show feels more like rock and roll than sit-back-and-enjoy twang.
Why should people listen?
Because we are genuine. The music is approachable and easy to love, and our high-energy shows are hits with all kinds of crowds.
Tell us about your albums.
Jagertown has two albums; the first is self-titled the second is called “Love On the Radio.” Jagertown has always taken a lot of pride in being a fully original product. We purposely sell our CDs cheap. We want everyone that comes to our show to leave with an album. For us, there is nothing more important than people getting into the music.
How would you describe a show?
It’s not your average country show. Half of the appeal of the band is the performance, the energy and the interaction with the crowd. For us, the live show you put on is just as important as the album you share with the world.
What are some of your success stories?
Over the last few years we opened for acts like Alabama, Chris Cagle, David Ball and Ty Herndon. Jagertown hits the road whenever we get the chance, from small-town rodeos and fairs to clubs and everything in between. - The Salt Lake Tribune
Discography
3 Full Length All Original Albums:
Jagertown
Love on the Radio
Sleepin With My Boots On
Current Tracks Played on Radio:
Like I Never Left
Soundtrack Of The Road
Streaming Tracks:
Like I Never Left
Now And Then
Past Radio Play Tracks:
Love on the Radio
Slow Me Down
Be About It
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Jagertown Band Bio “Line ‘em up shoot ‘em down. There’s a party going on in Jagertown….” - Opening lyrics of “Jagertown” Shortly after joining the country-rock scene with thier release of the self titiled album "Jagertown," and selling thousands of CDs within weeks Jagertown gained traction and started opening for several of the major country headliners to cross the west. The band realized they were onto something special and began work on a second album "Love On the Radio" that was released to much critical acclaim and the excitment of a rapidly growing fan base of all ages. A band made of writers and musicians found that they were seperated from other country bands by their high energy live shows and catchy tunes. Jagertown found that they brought a new perspective to what country could be. The shows were just getting bigger and with that the opportunities. Playing and traveling with many major headliners, radio play of the newest album "Sleepin with My Boots On' and headlining many large festivals, concerts and county fairs. "A project that started as a basic idea of a few chords and lyrics became something so much bigger." said Jesse, Jagertowns bass player. This animated band explores the country genre while incorporating innovative rock elements. Jagertown is a mix of Eric Church and Chris LeDoux with a Lynard Skynard twist bringing every crowd to their feet with near perfect harmonies, rockin guitar riffs and the smoothest voice in the west. The band has mastered country standards but their original tunes and addictive song writing keeps audiences in country bars, county fairs and large festivals wanting more. Whether Jagertown is playing to 500 or 2500 people when they leave your town everyone will know their name!
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