"...Pigs on the Wing: The NW answer to the question, "Why aren't there any good Pink Floyd tribute bands around?..." - Boise Weekly, 08.01.07
"A high-energy Portland-based Pink Floyd tribute band, whose goal is simply to share the experience of their favorite music with fellow fans in an intimate rock show environment."
-- The Oregonian, 09.21.07
Hailing from Portland, Oregon, Pigs on the Wing is a unique Pink Floyd tribute bringing the experience and energy of veteran members of the Northwest's underground original rock scene together in a refreshing, beautifully psychedelic take on the music of Pink Floyd.
Far from an attempt at Floyd-impersonation, POTW specializes in 70's era Floyd but is unapologetic in the interpretation and improvisation of the music in ways that the band believes any Pink Floyd fan will appreciate. Rather than obsessing over exact, note for note replication of Floyd albums or any sort of look-alike mimicry of band members, POTW rather seeks to capture the intense atmosphere and rock energy of Pink Floyd in as unpretentious a style as possible. The result is a show which is true to the original and yet also a refreshing take on the music and experience of Pink Floyd. The band has performed Dark Side of the Moon in its entirety numerous times, and has a catalog including material from The Wall, Animals, Wish You Were Here, Dark Side of the Moon, Meddle, Saucerful of Secrets, and more.
Pigs on the Wing evolved from Portland rock band Oxcart's performances of Dark Side of the Moon during Winter 2006. The band features a collaborative and rotating roster composed of members of Oxcart and other NW musicians brought together by a common appreciation for Pink Floyd. The current lineup includes: Jason Baker ( guitar, vocals ); Matt Jones ( keys, vocals); Eric Welder ( bass ); Alex Feletar ( drums ); David Lindenbaum ( guitar, vocals). Additionally, the band is often joined by Marc Hutchison ( sax) and Courtney Sproule ( vocals ). Pigs on the Wing has performed numerous club, theater and festival venues, and continues to perform throughout the NW region.