The next time you decide to attend a U.Va. a cappella concert, keep in mind that you may be witnessing a future professional musician at work. This was the case for Will Anderson and Nate McFarland, former members of a cappella group The Virginia Gentlemen. Will and Nate are now the lead singer and guitarist, respectively, for Parachute, a rock band from Charlottesville which has grown in popularity during the past few years. Releasing their debut album in 2009 and their sophomore album a few months ago, Parachute has been busy touring and promoting its music. In 2008, the group performed on stage with Taylor Swift and the Jonas Brothers on New Year's Eve in Times Square after being featured in a Nivea commercial campaign. This past year, Parachute has been on tour with the Plain White T's and Goo Goo Dolls. In just two weeks' time the group will perform in North Carolina at three different venues while on tour with Kate Voegele. With the future looking bright, this local rock phenomena is headed for what seems to be an explosive career in the music industry.
-compiled by Erin Abdelrazaq and Kevin Vincenti
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