Artist description Pronto is a folk based rock driven sextet from the mountain town of Missoula, Montana.With strong lyrics, Marc Brenton gives the listener something to grasp, while the melodic electric gutiar of James Meadow sends the audience into a frenzy.Dirk Schmidt lends a more epicurian tone, with powerful chords belted out on his piano, as harmonica John wails in the background.One must really hear this band to believe it!

Music Style Folk/Rock

Musical Influences Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Paul Simon, Daivd Bowie, Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, etc.

Similar Artists Wilco, SonVolt, Violent Femmes, not really

Artist History All members met while attending the University of Montana at Missoula. Marc has enjoyed singing/songwriting success in his native Texas. James is also from the Lone Star state.Dirk and Chico, on drums, both hail from Michigan. John is from Boston. Phil, on bass, is the only native Montanan.

Group Members Marc-vox, acoustic guitarJames-electric/acoustic lead guitarDirk-electric pianoJohn-harmonicaPhil-electic/upright bassChico-drums

Instruments Guitars(electric and Acoustic), Bass (Electic and Upright), Piano, Harmonicas, Drums

Location Missoula, Montana - USA

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