Fat City Reprise
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2003 |
| Headquarters | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania , United States |
| Products | Music albums, EPs |
Fat City Reprise was a rock group consisting of five members originating from South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their name was inspired by Hunter S. Thompson's unsuccessful 1970 campaign for sheriff in Pitkin County, Colorado.
History
The band came together in early 2003 with the initial roster featuring Frank Pedano (vocals, keyboards), Eric Cifone (drums), Nick Anastasi (lead guitar), Tony Trov (vocals, bass), and Thomas J. Perko (vocals, guitar). They initially attracted a following by releasing live bootleg recordings of their performances.
Later, the lineup included Anastasi on guitar, Miraglia on drums, Pedano handling vocals and keys, Perko on guitar, and Vivas playing bass with backing vocals. This ensemble secured a contract with Mike Lowe's Lowe Records. Their first full-length album, titled Fat City Reprise, was produced at Larry Gold's Studio and launched in May 2007. Perko exited during the recording sessions; however, the tracks featuring his guitar work are duly credited. All compositions are attributed collectively to Fat City Reprise.
In February 2008, The Roots extended an invitation to perform at their Pre-Grammy event in Los Angeles, where they shared the stage with artists such as Patrick Stump, Seal, and Travis Barker. Following a successful West Coast Tour, the band made the decision to relocate from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.
By October 2009, both Anastasi and Vivas had left the group. Their sophomore album, Pirate Radio, was ultimately never released. The band dissolved in 2011 after founding member Frankie Pedano departed from Lowe Records.
Albums
- Live at Grape Street Pub – 2005
- Fat City Reprise – 2007
EPs
- Temple University Sessions – 2004
- Cowgirl EP – 2005