Andrew Slater

Andrew Slater & the Wickies are a alt/folk rock trio featuring Andrew Slater, John Jerasa and Jesse DeLorenzo.

Andrew Slater is a singer-songwriter from New Castle, Pennsylvania. Andrew's music has been featured on PA and Ohio Radio and indie radio such as Heart of Indie radio and other independent stations around the world. Andrew has also been a featured guest on the Entremusician Podcast and the Hearts of Nashville radio show. 

John Jerasa is a bass guitar player of over 20 years. He is a graduate of Youngstown State University, Dana School of Music. In addition to being a talented bassist, John is an outstanding trumpet player, showcasing his talents throughout the Western PA and Eastern Ohio region. 

On drums for the Wickies is the dynamic Jesse DeLorenzo. Jesse is an accomplished drummer of all genres, and also hailed from the Youngstown State University, Dana School of Music. 

The songwriting of Andrew Slater centers on relationships, anxiety, overcoming adversity, storytelling, love, and hope. His influences range from Radiohead, Jeff Buckley, Johnny Cash, Incubus, Marty Haugen, and the Beatles. 

Over the last three years Andrew Slater and the Wickies have performed throughout the PA and Ohio Region, and has been featured at Federal Frenzy, New Castle, Porchrokr, and Millvale Music Festivals.