BAND BIO:
Water Tower was founded in 2005 by multi-instrumentalist & vocalist Kenny Feinstein. Formerly known as The Water Tower Bucket Boys, the name was changed to Water Tower in 2014 when the band relocated from Portland, Oregon to Los Angeles, California. While their lineup has evolved over time, Water Tower have maintained an ongoing reputation as a force to be reckoned with, with a growing horde of loyal fans known as “The Owls”. Water Tower is fueled by Feinstein’s masterful song-crafting, fiercely DIY approach, and genre-bending sonic identity that fuses bluegrass/old-time revivalism with a distinctly punk-rock edge. The band's current lineup consists of Kenny Feinstein, Tommy Drinkard, Taylor Estes, & Jesse Blue Eads and they are independently managed by Joanne Ledesma. The group divides their time between working on new material, practicing for upcoming shows & festivals, and busking at local freeway off-ramps. Busking has given them a unique platform & opportunity to hone their skills by the side of the road. Read more on Wikipedia.
PRESS PHOTO:
NEW RELEASES:
“Take Me Back” (2023)
“AM/PM” (2023)
VIDEOS:
Water Tower Live at Paste Studio
Water Tower – Take Me Back (Live at The Garage)
Water Tower - Pig In A Pen ft. Hillary Klug
PRESS:
“'This ain’t your Grandpa’s Bluegrass,' said Don Bolles, who also referred to Kenny Feinstein as an 'amazing musical prodigy.'" – Brooklyn Vegan (2020)
“...The band has endless energy emitng old-time sounds in a modern musical world.” – Bluegrass Today (2022)
https://bluegrasstoday.com/california-report-kenny-feinstein-of-water-tower-band/
“Check it out — the vocal and musical harmonies are beautiful, the messages are simple and direct, and it’s a tight little track from a very talented band.” – Medium (2023)
https://jeffrey-farin.medium.com/exclusive-water-tower-drops-take-me-back-friday-2-3-b68f07a7b97c
“An Instagram carousel of photos and videos shows not just Perry's western wear-inspired look but also the museum's entertainment offerings during the American Idol judge's stay. Festivities included a throwback jam by punky bluegrass band Water Tower that was enjoyed by a patron donning an "I [Love] Jesus" hat...” – Wide Open Country (2023)
https://www.wideopencountry.com/katy-perry-western-art-museum-outfit/
“...the one constant is the irrepressible Feinstein, as he continues his creative goal to produce a high energy mash-up of his musical influences, which include old time, bluegrass, punk and jam band.” – Lonesome Highway (2023)
https://www.lonesomehighway.com/music-reviews/2023/7/31/new-album-reviews
“...the worlds greatest bluegrass band...Water Tower is one of those rare bands that does something original with talented musicians and wonderful songwriting,” -Mark McGrath (Sugar Ray)
“...hot licks and amazing pickin' from those guys,” - Nick Hexum (311)
“...Water Tower is back and they are better than ever,” - Andy Frasco
“...that punk rock bluegrass, let's jingle baby,” - Bootsy Collins
“...a must hear for the modern day folk revivalist,”- Willie Watson
“...You are my favorite banjo player,” - Bill Burr to Tommy Drinkard
NOTABLE FESTIVALS:
Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest & Folk Festival in Los Angeles, CA (2020, 2021 Kenny hosted, 2022, 2023, 2024)
Huck Finn Jubilee in Los Angeles, CA (2019 Kenny MC, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
Summer’s End in Hailey, Idaho (2021)
CBA Father’s Day Festival in Grass Valley, CA (2023)
Sawtooth Family Gathering in Sawtooth, Idaho (2023, 2024)
Frank Turner’s Lost Evenings in Anaheim, CA (2023)
Brewgrass Festival in Felton, CA (2023)
BANDS OPENED FOR/WORKED WITH:
Steve Poltz, Yonder Mountain Stringband, Hillary Klug, Tim Armstrong (Rancid), Katy Perry, Andy Frasco, Dead Winter Carpenters, Molly Tuttle, Jack Tuttle, John Craigie, Steve n’ Seagulls, The Brothers Comatose, Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, AJ Lee & Blue Summit, Steep Canyon Rangers, Dustbowl Revival, Jesse Daniel, Rob Leines, Wayne Henderson, Nick Hexum (311), Sierra Ferrell
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram (20.8K followers)
Facebook (30K followers)
YouTube (2.06K subscribers)
TikTok (18.4K followers)
Spotify (2.4K monthly listeners)
CONTACT INFO:
Kenny Feinstein watertowerband@gmail.com
Joanne Ledesma - Manager musicbizgal@yahoo.com
Helen Lude - Booker helen@wisteriamanagement.com
