The Steel Wheels and Griffin William Sherry

FITZGERALDS NIGHTCLUB PRESENTS: The Steel Wheels

The Steel Wheels have long been at home in the creative space between tradition and innovation, informed by the familiar sounds of the Virginia mountains where the band was formed, but always moving forward with insightful lyrics and an evolving sound.

Band Formation and Albums

In 2005, Jay Lapp (vocals, guitars, mandolin) and Eric Brubaker (vocals, fiddle) joined lead singer Trent Wagler (guitar, banjo) in forming the band as a vehicle for Wagler's songwriting. They released several albums under Wagler's moniker, before officially adopting The Steel Wheels name with the 2010 release of Red Wing. Quickly staking their claim as independent upstarts in the burgeoning Americana scene, The Steel Wheels followed up this release with three more self-produced albums in the next five years, before joining forces with producer Sam Kassirer for Wild As We Came Here (2017) and Over The Trees (2019). Kevin Garcia (drums, percussion, keys) joined in 2017, bringing a new level of sonic depth and polish to the outfit. Newest member Jeremy Darrow rounds out the rhythm section and grounds the band as they continue to explore deeply rooted yet fresh folk rock sounds.

Performance Experience

Having gained the experience of thousands of shows, festivals, and many miles on the road, the stubbornly independent band has formed deep bonds with each other and the audience that sustains them.

Event Details

• Grab dinner before the show at BABYGOLD BARBECUE.
• Or enjoy full service dining inside the club when doors open.

Parking and Transportation

• There is rather limited street parking in the area.
• We recommend arriving by rideshare, bicycle, or rickshaw.

Age Restrictions

• This event is 21 and over.
• Minors admitted with guardian.

Ticket Information

Thank you for purchasing a ticket to FITZGERALDS! If you selected Will Call, you'll check in at the entrance when doors open for the show. Please have an ID ready. If the event is General Admission, there is no Reserved Seating. Under 21 ok if accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tickets are NOT mailed to you unless you select delivery. All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. A non-refundable service charge will be added to the purchase price of each ticket - in the instance of a show cancellation, this fee will not be returned.

Additional Regulations

• Parking is available on the street with no permit restrictions or meters.
• Do not park in business or mini-mall lots or you will be towed.
• No filming or audio recording without written consent from the performing artist.

Dining and Reservation

Outside food and/or drink is not allowed. Enjoy dinner at our restaurant BABYGOLD BARBECUE before the show or inside both The Club & Sidebar. Place a reservation here: Babygold Barbecue Reservation - view the menu here: Babygold Barbecue Menu