Bio

Zack duPont is a budding songwriter based out of Burlington, VT. At the young age of 26, his music has displayed nothing but gripping, natural potential and in return, has served as a vehicle for plays in most of the major cities in America. The sound is contemporary folk with a twist of soul and blues. His finger-style guitar techniques create the illusion of two guitars playing simultaneously and are accompanied by intriguing lyrics, haunting melodies and one of a kind harmonic structures.

The Zack duPont Quintet is a monster of a group. Will Andrews lends his warm, ethereal tones on trumpet, acting as another voice in the lush soundscape. Pat Melvin holds down the low end on upright and electric basses using unique bowed lines and strong vocal harmonies. Tim Sharbaugh has been a workhorse, drumming in the band for several years now. His ability to hold down a simple groove with shakers and mallets, while singing the odd harmony, makes him an incredible asset to the team. Peter Krag is the final piece of the puzzle. He has a musical sixth sense to always compliment a song. Vast knowledge of keyboard styles and textures along with the skill to perform any style of music, makes Peter one of the finest keyboard players in Vermont.

The result of this fine group of musicians is a sound that is unified, grounded and orchestral. What happens when an appalachian steam engine train collides with the city bound freight? You'll have to go and see for yourself.

"The album is filled with deep, understated soul. duPont's lyrics brim with images from road trips and memories of family. His finger-style acoustic-guitar playing and chord changes shy away from big choruses and hooks in favor of what Melvin calls "unpredictable" progressions."

-Matt Bushlow, Seven Days VT

"Simply put, duPont is an elite guitarist. Here and throughout the album, his attention to dynamic subtlety - in addition to immaculate technical polish and engaging melody lines - is remarkable. Similarly, duPont's vocal performance is intimate, nuanced and affecting. He appears to take as much care with his hushed delivery as he does with his impressively understated guitar work. Each of his talents works fully in concert with the others. Imagine M. Ward collaborating with Iron and Wine. The word you're looking for is sublime."

-Dan Bolles, Seven Days VT