Torrey Salter
Torrey Salter | |
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Background information | |
Born | July 15, 1988 |
Origin | Birmingham, Alabama, United States |
Genres | Alternative rock[1] Independent[2] |
Occupation(s) | Singer, Pianist, Guitarist |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, Piano, Acoustic guitar |
Years active | 2007 - present [2] |
Labels | unsigned |
Torrey Salter (born July 15, 1988) is an Alternative rock singer/songwriter, pianist, and guitarist from Birmingham, Alabama. He began writing music at the age of 17 after being encouraged by his family and friends and influenced by Coldplay and The Fray.[2]
Biography
Childhood and youth
Salter was raised in a Christian home, the second of four children (a sister Taira and brothers Titus and Trey). He became more musically active at age 16 while taking piano and vocal lessons.
At Auburn University, he began singing and playing piano at weddings around town. His family and friends encouraged him to learn popular songs and to eventually write his own. He switched his major to Music Performance and began his full-time music career by releasing his first single, "Bring Me Back".[2]
Discography
Albums
- Bring Me Back (single) (July 2008)
- Redemption (September 2008)
- You Alone (July 2011)
Tours
- Torrey Salter plays weddings and events thoroughout the town.[3]
- He is rumored to go on tour during the summer of 2009.[3]
References
- ^ Adriana Janovich. "Creation Fest much more than music". Yakima Herald-Republic. Archived from the original on May 22, 2011. Retrieved December 18, 2008.
- ^ a b c d "Lyricsbay.com: Torrey Salter Discography, Torrey Salter Lyrics". Retrieved December 18, 2008.
- ^ a b "Tour Dates". Retrieved December 18, 2008.[permanent dead link]
External links
- Official website[permanent dead link]
- Torrey Salter's Myspace
- The Basement in Birmingham