Whiskerman w/ Drew Dvorchak

Whiskerman is a rock-and-roll overture to our great unraveling. Over the last decade the Oakland-based band has developed an underground reputation for tackling the sublime with their ambitious songwriting, thunderous stage show, and acute lyricism. They have since emerged as an engine of the Bay Area’s revitalized psychedelic and festival scenes. Following their, uh, controversial performance at the Crazy Horse last summer, some wondered whether they would be returning. Well, are you going to stop drinking whiskey just because it might not be good for you? Whiskerman made a major splash with a pair of acclaimed sets at the High Sierra Music Festival and their unmistakably complex allure is too riveting to deny.

Frontman Graham Patzner, who will crow like a medicine show preacher and then coo you into the arms of his lovesick eternity, might be a spitfire protege of the underworld himself, though again and again he will remind you that there is no rapture without artistry. On the surface this is splendid rock-and-roll, rooted in the classic, psych and glam rock tradition, but the pageantry and chaos of Whiskerman’s performances will leave you describing an experience more than a sound. The whole band consists of phenomenal musicians including Jeremy Lyon on guitar who has rocked the CH a few times with his band, King Dream. Whiskerman embodies a rock and roll vision quest into brash, colorful psychedelia.

About the Supporting Artist:

Drew Dvorchak is a singer/songwriter/guitarist based in Colorado. He happens to be passing through town which means we’re lucky enough to bask in his soulful, bluesy, funky, rocking take on indie folk. It all starts with powerful, emotional songwriting and carries on through with crafty instrumental prowess. Please come early at 9pm to fully immerse in the talents of this rising star.