Band
Andy Shahan - Drums, Vocals
David Thornburgh - Pedal Steel Guitar, Lap Steel Guitar
Scott Donnini - Bass, Vocals
History
The Miners are an original alt country band based in Philadelphia, PA (yes, there are alt country bands in Philly). The Miners are:
Keith Marlowe (lead vocals, guitar), Andy Shahan (drums, vocals), David Thornburgh (pedal steel and lap steel guitars), and Scott Donnini (bass, vocals).
Originally formed in 2007, The Miners live shows have drawn large crowds at Philly's top venues including Grape Street (now the Grape Room), the Tin Angel,
the former NXNW, and Milkboy Coffee. The Miners are known for their country
infused guitar laden originals influenced by the likes of Uncle Tupelo/Son Volt/Wilco,Whiskeytown, the Jayhawks, Guy Clark, Steve Earle, the Flying Burrito Bros,
and Buck Owens. In addition to their originals, The Miners' sets also include a few tasty, country influenced, covers.
The Miners' original lineup consisted of pieces of two late 1980's Philadelphia bands, Tornado 5 (Keith Marlowe and Andy Shahan) and The Bensons
(Matt Maguire and Jeff Smith). In early 2009, Matt and Jeff left The Miners, but with the success The Miners were having, Keith and Andy decided to push on and
retool the lineup. 
Live at
Auburn Road Vineyard and WineryKeith took on most of the lead vocal and songwriting duties. Deciding to lead The Miners deeper into the alt country
sound they had become known for, they employed Reckless Amateurs lead guitarist, David Thornbugh, to play pedal steel and lap steel guitars. They also brought in
Scott Donnini, the bass player from Andy's former band, Hogan's Goat, thus reuniting the Hogan's Goat rhythm section. Though The Miners are selective with live
dates and venues, when they do play live they continue to play to full venues and build their fanbase. They also continue to write new original material while
expanding their repertoire of interesting country-based cover songs. A sampling can be heard
here, at ReverbNation, and on The Miners Facebook page. The Miners have recently returned to Match-Up Zone
Studios (aka Keith's basement) to record some of their newly penned tunes. Stay tuned here or at the pages referenced above for the release of their new material.
Can YOU dig it?
