ABOUT
Inspired by the dynamic of legendary groups like The Eagles and Fleetwood Mac, Saloon DuChamp brings a fresh approach to the multi-lead-singer format.
Founded by Legendary Musician and Song Writer Will Faerber, Saloon DuChamp re-imagines the best Jazz Standards, Classic Rock, Blues, and music from Will’s own catalogue, through the lens of an ensemble showcase of world-class instrumentalists and vocalists in a rotating spotlight.
WILL FAERBER
“Faerber sings in an unaffected, conversational style, sometimes making his lyrical delivery feel like a letter from an old friend. His husky voice has a distinct twang that brings an unexpected down-home feel to an otherwise elegant affair. It’s a clever contrast that sounds natural, not contrived.”
– Richard James (San Diego Troubadour)
Each performance is a melodic journey and a true collaborative musical experience that blends the energy of a rock concert with the narrative flow of theater.
From their first release, “Cats Dancing on a Full Moon Night,” Saloon Duchamp has proven themselves to be a band ready for, and headed to, big stages around the world. Their music is an infectious blend of musical styles from classic rock, folk and blues to country and jazz.
Backing Will is a powerhouse ensemble that features some of Southern California’s best session and touring musicians.
Lead guitar is provided by virtuoso John DePaite who has toured with famous artists like Nancy Sinatra and Leif Garrett, as well as working with legendary pianist Don Randi of The Wrecking Crew.
He has released his own EP, “Psychedelic Cowboy”; and has a collaborated on the Don Randi duets “Acoustimania” and “Good Jazzy Vibrations”, a tribute to Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson. He also plays on Nancy Sinatra’s cover of the U2 hit “Two Shots of Happy, One Shot of Sad” alongside Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen, and co-wrote Billboard hit “Not into You” with Kim Cameron.
Providing the groove on bass and dialing in the tracks behind the scenes is Aaron Bagley, multi-talented musician, composer, producer, and engineer. He can play guitar, bass, piano and drums, and has produced dozens of artist through his studio.
Aaron has shared the stage with some of the biggest acts in the business including Disturbed, Trapt, Mudvayne, and Powerman 5000, was nominated for record of the year at the Los Angeles Music Awards for his work with “MK Ultra”, and had his work featured on both film and television.
On keys is the singular Jody Bagley, a southern California-based Keyboardist/Vocalist and international recording and touring artist.
Jody has become an in-demand session musician and hired gun, playing and recording with a veritable “who’s who” of artists and bands throughout Southern California including Ron Blair (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers), Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), Nick St. Nicholas (Steppenwolf), Greg Douglass (Steve Miller Band), Steve Ferrone (Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers), Earl Slick (John Lennon/Davie Bowie), Scarlet Rivera (Bob Dylan), Albert Lee (Eric Clapton), Marc Ford (The Black Crows), Roy Orbison Jr., and many more.
Jody also tours internationally with Chest Fever (The Official Revival of “The Band”), plays with #1 Billboard Blues Artist Whitney Shay, performs regularly with San Diego Pop singer Cassie B, and plays in the House Band for the San Diego Padres.