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The West is a lo-fi rock band from Long Beach, CA.

The West began with Wessly Reichmann recording beats and melodies on an inexpensive tape deck and using an acoustic guitar and Korg Microsynth. Friends and family were often involved in the recording process. In the summer of 2006 he released Hold Cold Hands on his own dime. Performing songs from his first album he became aware that in order to realize the full potention of his music a more complete band was needed for the live performances.

Answering and online advertizement Dave Gatlin secured his position playing bass. After a few recording sessions for The West second album it was soon evident that Dave possesed more skill than just bass and began playing other instruments including guitar and piano on a many tracks.

As Wess and Dave compiled a larger library of original songs they sought out new band members. Hiring David Ponce, Denise Heinrichsen, and William Drummer, they began playing shows in the Los Angeles area. As their fame and demand grew the strain on Will be cam too much and he was replace by Chris Davis.

Early in 2008 The West released their second album Awake & Waking Up to huge success at the Derby Club in Los Angeles. The West is activly playing in the Los Angeles area.