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The Getaway is more than a band. From bouts with cancer to overcoming being born blind, there's not much this young band hasn't gone through and overcome to have the opportunity to live out their dreams. "We focus on writing not only creative music, but positive music that has the ability to help others overcome the challenges in their own lives," Phil Dunn (vocals, keys, guitar) emphasizes. Joined by Nate Staggs (drums) and Alex Wheatley (guitar, vocals), The Getaway is setting the Midwest on fire with their live shows and relentless regional touring before they hit the national stage.

The band's first official release, "Everybody Wants Fame The EP", was launched in May of 2011. Working with highly acclaimed producer Mike Brown (The Maine, Switchfoot, Papa Roach, Velvet Revolver, Paramore) they've pieced together a five track EP that reels you in with soaring pop melodies, and hooks you with the roaring guitars. Add in the piano for feel and a solid rhythm section, and prepare yourself to sing along and tap your feet until the last note of the EP rings out. “It’s nothing short of infectious.” (www.ourstage.com)

The band is currently touring regionally in the Midwest, and has already written more than a handful of new songs for their next release. Although the band is still relatively new, they’re already making big waves and creating a sizable buzz within the region. As veterans of the industry through previous projects, it won’t be long before The Getaway finds their break out moment!