The Vegas Wake Up formed in Las Vegas with Ryan Henfling on vocals, Jason Hickman on guitar, Jeremy Brock on bass, and Danny Calkins on drums. They released their self-titled debut album in 2016, followed by 'Fight On' in 2019 and 'The Journey' in 2022.
Their song 'Fight On' became something of an anthem for the band, connecting with listeners who responded to its straightforward message about perseverance. Another track, 'My Diagnosis,' shows their tendency toward direct, personal lyrics.
They've faced the usual challenges that come with being a working band, lineup changes, financial pressures, but kept playing shows around Vegas and putting out records. Their music has a raw, energetic quality that works well in live settings.
They're still based in Las Vegas, still playing shows, still writing songs. It's the kind of band that builds things slowly, show by show, record by record, without much fanfare outside their local scene.
Keep it compact: a lyric you come back to, a live memory, or the part of the catalog you would point someone toward first.
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