The Watchtowers

TURNER GAUNTT
Turner Gauntt, one of three members of The Watchtowers, discovered his musical talent when he learned guitar at the age of six. He continues to play guitar as his predominant instrument, and his talent extends to the bass, keyboards, and drums. As a young inspired musician, his influences include: John Mayer, Stevie Ray Vaughan, John Frusciante, and Albert Hammond, Jr.

JAKE SCHICK
Jake Schick, one of three members of The Watchtowers, has been surrounded by music all of his life. He discovered his passion for music when he started playing guitar at age six. Jake soon realized that he enjoyed percussion more and began to play various forms of percussion instruments. His primary role in the band is as drummer, and he occasionally plays keyboard and sings back up. He is inspired by some of his favorite artists such as: Jack Johnson, Mat Kearney, The Head and the Heart, Coldplay, and OneRepublic.

JOHN THOMPSON
John Thompson is lead vocalist and one of two guitarists of the band. He discovered his talent in music when he entered high school. He has greatly progressed into the musician he is today, and he is building upon his natural talent to improve. His main goals for music are to be able to express his musical ideas, while redefining music as a whole. John wants his musical ideas to be incorporated into fashion, technology, ideas, and culture. He is constantly working with a group of ingenious musicians to achieve this lofty dream. His main influences are: The Velvet Underground, Daft Punk, Wilco, and Arcade Fire.

JAMES BRANIFF and BEN RIDDLE
With the new addition of James Braniff on bass, and Ben Riddle on keyboard, the Watchtowers plan to write much more music.