Today we’d like to introduce you to Banquet
Hi Banquet, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Jerrod Herron and Ethan Beyer met at Furnace Fest in Birmingham, AL, in 2023. Conversations about shared musical interests quickly grew into the idea of forming a post-rock band.
Jerrod (drums) brought in Evan Shaver (bass), while Ethan (guitar) invited Justin Hudson (guitar) to join. After months of writing and rehearsing, the band—now known as Banquet—played its debut show in August. That performance was recorded live and released as an EP, now available on all major streaming platforms. Since then, Banquet has been playing shows regularly, with plans to keep the momentum going.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Our music is entirely instrumental, and the writing process has been slow and deliberate. Each song took months to craft as we refined our sound and vision. One of our biggest challenges was writing enough material to feel ready for our first performance. The second, more humorous challenge, was explaining to friends and family that we play music without vocals.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
Post-rock is known for its non-traditional song structures and minimal or no vocals, allowing listeners to interpret and assign their own meaning to the music.
We embrace the experimental nature of the genre; our songs often evolve from simple progressions into emotive, dynamic journeys, taking the listener on a deeply personal sonic experience.
We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
This project is, above all, a collaborative creative outlet. In our later 30s and early 40s, we’re not chasing commercial appeal; instead, we simply love the time we spend together creating something we’re truly passionate about. We’re honored when our music resonates with a listener, creating a connection that feels genuine and meaningful.
Contact Info:
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