Walking Papers (band)

Walking Papers
Walking Papers in 2013
Walking Papers in 2013
Background information
OriginSeattle, Washington, U.S.
GenresRock, hard rock
Years active2012 (2012)–present
LabelsThe Boredom Killing Business, Sunyata, Loud & Proud, Carry On Records
MembersBenjamin Anderson
Jeff Angell
Will Andrews
Konstantin Komarov
Gregor Lothian
Past membersBarrett Martin
Duff McKagan
Websitewalkingpapers.us

Walking Papers is an American rock band from Seattle, Washington, formed in 2012. The band was formed by singer/guitarist Jeff Angell of The Missionary Position, and drummer Barrett Martin formerly of Screaming Trees.[1][2] Guns N' Roses bassist Duff McKagan and keyboardist Benjamin Anderson (also of The Missionary Position) were invited to contribute to the band's first album and then were added as official members.[3] Their self-titled debut album, produced by Angell and Martin and mixed by Jack Endino, was released on August 16, 2013[4][5] and featured contributions by Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready.[6][7]

The band was then inactive for several years, and returned with the album WP2 on January 19, 2018.[2][8] McKagan was unable to tour behind the album due to commitments with Guns N' Roses,[9] and was replaced by Dan Spalding. Martin was also unable to tour and was replaced by Will Andrews from Ten Miles Wide. The band also added second guitarist Tristan Hart Pierce and saxophonist Gregor Lothian.[10][11]

"What Did You Expect", a single from the band's third album The Light Below, was released on August 5, 2020, exclusively on Loudwire. The album was released on February 5, 2021, on Carry On Music.[12]

In November 2021, Konstantin Komarov joined the band, playing bass, lap steel guitar, and samples. On November 6, 2021, the band performed their first show with this lineup at the Paramount Theater in Seattle, opening for Candlebox.

Members

Current members

Original members

Discography

Studio albums

References

  1. ^ Hay, Travis (July 26, 2012). "Walking Papers: Seattle's Newest (Almost) Supergroup". Guerrilla Candy. Guerilla Candy. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  2. ^ a b Collar, Matt. "Biography: Walking Papers". AllMusic. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  3. ^ Baltin, Steve (May 16, 2013). "Duff McKagan on His Sensual, Sinister New Band, Walking Papers". Rolling Stone. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  4. ^ Hathaway, Josh (August 2, 2012). "Seattle Supergroup Walking Papers Announce Oct. 2 Release Date For Self-Titled Debut". Blinded by Sound. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  5. ^ "Walking Papers". Loud and Proud Records. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  6. ^ "Credits: Walking Papers (album)". AllMusic. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  7. ^ Giles, Jeff (August 9, 2012). "Duff McKagan + Mike McCready Lend Their Talents to Seattle Supergroup Walking Papers". Loudwire. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  8. ^ Childers, Chad (January 19, 2018). "Walking Papers' Jeff Angell Talks Validation From Famous Bandmates, a More 'Blistering' 'WP2′ Album". Loudwire. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  9. ^ "Walking Paper's Jeff Angell Confirms Duff McKagan Isn't Touring With Them!". GNR Central News. January 20, 2018. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  10. ^ "Walking Papers Chosen To Open Dates For Alice In Chains". Ghost Cult. March 27, 2018. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  11. ^ Goloborodko, Dan (May 7, 2018). "Walking Papers' Angell Hit Like a Sledgehammer at the Hammerstein". Blurred Culture. Retrieved June 19, 2018.
  12. ^ Lipsky, Amy (August 5, 2020). "Walking Papers New Single "What Did You Expect?" Out Now | Carry On Music". carryonmusic.com. Retrieved September 1, 2020.
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