[[ Current Projects | Collaborations ]]
I pride myself in my ability to be plugged into other talented artists projects and add a flavor of my own. You can hire any of these projects through me, all ready to go. This obviously includes solo projects, bands, or specific requests. I also cowrite with/for artists and bands, cues for films & video games, and consult on tunes. I love being a part of these fantastic projects, so here is a page dedicated to giving you a taste of each with links to dive deeper. Happy perusing!
If you need some keys work, message me and let’s work together, for reals!
Tula
Tula has been an absolute blast to help develop. Denver's premier Jam band. 2nd album coming Labor Day 2020 to be recorded at Color Red Studios in Denver, CO with the esteemed Eddie Roberts and featuring some real special guests. Stay tuned and follow on the socials! More info on the Tula site below.
“Holy crap a jam band that can sing and still puts on super unique shows!”
From the live improv, catchy licks, funk, rock, reggae, literally everything could come into play with these fellas on stage. Come see us live sometime around Denver ~ Tula is a five piece progressive funk-rock band, first formed in Chicago by frontman Brian Duggan. After touring and performing in the Midwest for a few years, Duggan re-rooted the band to Denver and formed a permanent cast of musicians that makes up present day Tula. These shows bring even the most reserved attendees to the dance floor as we will infuse a variety of genres together from funky dance music to blues, reggae and of course, the at the bands core, rock n’ roll.
| Brian Duggan - Guitar & Lead Vox | Wil Snyder - Keys & Vox |
| Jeremy Smith - Sax & Vox | Blair Hicks - Bass | Tyson Jay - Drums |
Wil Snyder Trio / Variants
I play with a variety of different musicians in the Jazz & Classical realms, including solo work, my Guitar/Piano Duo, my Jazz Trio, Quartet and Quintet with horns, & multiple big bands (Denver Jazz Orchestra, Groove N’ Motion, & The What's Cookin Big Band). I bring anything from a basic piano to my multi keyboard, synth and organ setup. Whether you want me to play at your wedding with a big band, solo piano for a wine tasting, or meet and greets for companies and everything in between - I can bring the music to you. Given the lay of the land recently, I am happy to provide solo concerts with social distancing and masks in private homes!
Wes & Vic (Wes Hamil)
Wes Hamil is a singer/songwriter who has shared the stage, recording studios and writing rooms with some of the most talented artists from around the world. His list of work and collaborations spans some of the most famous names in music. Wes and I play music that sounds like Texas Americana crossed with Miles Davis Cool Jazz. Wes’s wife, Victoria Hamil, adds a unique flavor on top of the sound with her stellar ear and spiritual harmonica playing. Wil and Wes have a number of videos together, when we were creating our sound, which can be seen below. Album coming ASAP, stay tuned.
"Sunday Sessions with Wes and Wil"
I started writing with Wes a few years ago, as well as fine tuning his amazing tunes he has written over the years with a goal of mixing Texas Americana with Cool Jazz - a la “Kind of Blue.” Think Bob Dylan crossed with Bill Evans. This project has had great appeal and is taking the next steps with a live album in the works to be recorded in the next year.
In addition to his musical presence, Wes has written a few books, the most recent "Modern Medicine,” about his experience and teachings of Walking in Beauty. Curious? Visit his website below!
Verses the Inevitable
Verses the Inevitable is a band created by Dan Hertel in 2016 in Denver, Colorado. Dan wrote and recorded the first album, "All Debts Paid," primarily focusing on playing Americana and Blues. The album won a runner up for the Mile High Blues Society that year.
He hired me in 2017, wanting to add a few more elements to the mix, so we wrote together and put together a great second album, "Grit and Grace," focused on mixing the Americana/Blues sound with more elements of Jazz, Alternative and Funk. Available on on platforms now!
To view more of Verses the Inevitable, please visit the band website, Youtube and Instagram. Album #3 is in the works right now, and the team is eager to bring you yet another stellar album.
Stay tuned and enjoy the albums on the streaming services in the mean time.
| Dan Hertel - Vox/Guitar | Maddy Rose - Vox | Wil Snyder - Keys |
| Taylor Biskup - Guitar | Matt Certosimo - Bass | Michael Mckee - Drums |
Yonosei
Yonosei is an Avant-Pop project started in 2018 by Wil Snyder. The debut album released September 28th, 2018 on all platforms, entitled “Luna’s Playpen.” The album was a success, using Ableton to loop all the parts and harmonies live. Shortly after the release night, our female addition, Jenna Bainbridge moved to Oregon to pursue her musical journey, so we decided to shift gears accordingly. We miss her and wish her the best!
The new sound for the project, and sophomore album will be recorded this Fall 2020 at Evergroove Studios, in Evergreen, CO. This is a revitalization of the project, stripping it to the core essentials of a Jazzy Trio with exciting new players and of course the pocket man himself on drums, Sir Matt Campbell. The team is in place set for a run.
Join our Yonosei team and listen to the debut album on Spotify while you can!
[or any other streaming platform] - we will be removing it and making it available for purchase when the sophomore album releases.
| Instagram & Facebook — @yonosei.band |
Pocketship
This is very simple. We play music. With spaceships. In the pocket.
Pocketship pulls influence from Neo Soul, Jazz, Avant-garde and will be launching in a venue near you when the time is right. This project is about creating a unique rocketship each time. These are contemporary original charts, and the players vary depending on who is available. We may have charts, but we go off into the ether frequently. We’d love to have you come along for the ride. Stay tuned for some virtual releases!
#whosonyourpocketship?
Quiet Warlock
Quiet Warlock is a Hip Hop based project started by Andre Dubose. Stay tuned as we let Andre develop this brand and support when he’s ready!
| Andre Dubose - Drums/Vox | Wil Snyder - Keys | Ross Plant - Bass |
Hired Feature & Substitute for Live Bands
Marcus Rezak’s Shred is Dead
The Pamlico Sound
Thumpin’ / Groove N’ Motion
Denver Jazz Orchestra / What’s Cookin Big Band
Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra (Denver)
Donna Devine / Sarah Sariah / Alex Tyler