Valentiger Brings a Laid Back Happy Vibe

Written by: Mr. E. Smith
          Valentiger is an Indie/ Folk/ Alternative band. The band consists of three guys, (Brent Shirey – guitar, Scott Rider- drums, and Eric Kehoe – vocals). Shirey and Rider are both originally from Sparta, MI. While Kehoe is originally from Westland, MI. Currently they are all living in Grand Rapids.
          Valentiger has a unique, upbeat sound. Currently they have one album (Power Lines to Electric Times), and traveled the U.S. on 3 independent tours (mid-west and east-coast). Valentiger, currently working on a new album (tentative release March 2011), is planning a tour to SXSW in Austin, Texas this spring.
          As of now Valentiger is unsigned. “Getting signed to a label is not a huge concern of ours right now,” claims Rider. Even without a major record deal, Valentiger plans to continue recording and performing.
          Their most known songs are ‘Leaving Town’, ‘Never Ready’, and ‘Bosses in Their Offices’. You can purchase Valentiger music through their website (ValentigerMusic.com) and other major online websites such as I-Tunes, Facebook.com/ValentigerMusic, Twitter.com/Valentiger, Myspace.com/Valentiger Music. You can also view various recordings and music videos on YouTube.
         Valentiger has the attitude that they are going to succeed no matter what. Valentiger is a confident and original band, with high hopes and big dreams. Make sure to add Valentiger to your playlist.