FM Pilots EPK

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"Want Me" Music Video

Video shot and produced by Ben Lindsey & Eric Sanders of What's Happening Tulsa @ www.whtulsa.com


Behind the music

Hear the inspiration behind our "Want Me" EP! Available everywhere! Video shot and produced by Ben Lindsey & Eric Sanders of What's Happening Tulsa @ www.whtulsa.com

"Start Up" Music Video

Video shot by Brandon Waddell in the heart of Tulsa's Brady Arts District. Edited and produced by Nick Whitaker of FM Pilots.

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Want Me

by FM Pilots

About FM Pilots

 

FM Pilots is an Oklahoma pop-alternative quartet that boasts catchy, polished tunes with heartfelt sentiment. "One of the city's most promising young pop rock bands" - G.K. Hizer, GaryHizer.com

Formed summer 2010, the band’s immediate chemistry allowed them to successfully break their debut self-produced EP in the fall, which was quickly embraced by local radio and even gained national exposure via digital radio services such as Pandora Radio. The band followed up with their sophomore self-produced album, “We Belong”, in 2012, which started opening much bigger doors. Hard work, a strong-growing following and an increasing buzz has landed them spots on Vans Warped Tour, showcases during SXSW, Center of the Universe Festival, Chevy Music Showcase, Tulsa PRIDE Fest, Backwoods Music Festival, BOK Rock ’N Rib Festival, Tulsa International Mayfest, Oktoberfest, and many more. Ample showcase opportunities has given them chances to play next to notable acts such as OneRepublic, Hot Chelle Rae, Neon Trees, MUTEMATH, OK GO, Mayer Hawthorne, AWOLNATION, Young The Giant, Cold War Kids, Twenty One Pilots, and many of their best friends in the midwest region.

Locally, the band has won the title of "Absolute Best Rock/Pop" from a local entertainment magazine. The band has gained attention from KMYZ (104.5 FM), KMOD (97.5 FM), KHITS (106.9 FM), KRSC (91.3 FM), KTUL 8, CW 12/19, KOTV 6, KWTV 9, FOX 23, and has also been heavily promoted by Tulsa's rock station, Z104.5 The Edge, on their Homegroan CD for 3 consecutive years. You can find FM Pilots at all major digital retailers such as iTunes, Amazon and Rhapsody, or grab physical CDs from their official website (http://fmpilotsmusic.com).

In January 2015, the band dropped their single/music video, "Start Up", which was selected for national rotation in over 2400 USA retail stores and gyms. Placement included Golds Gym, Retro Fitness, Powerhouse Gyms, YMCA, Von Maur department stores, and was followed up with placements in 700+ UK establishments. The group recently released their self-produced “Want Me” EP in Fall 2015, along with a music video for the title track, “Want Me”. This latest release serves as a pivotal stakeholder for a promising band on the rise. The group is currently working on securing regional support slots in addition to the existing dates they already have booked throughout the spring and summer. The band stays active with their fans on all popular social media outlets.

Booking and interview inquiries, promotional considerations, and requests for EPK materials can be directed to: contact@fmpilotsmusic.com

 

Vocals, Guitar / Nick Whitaker
Bass / Cody David
Drums / Joe Blanck

 

 

Highlights

 

2016 Highlights (as of 03/24/16)

Selected to perform at Tulsa Pride Fest 2016
Selected to perform on Liberty Mutual Main Stage at Road to Rio in OKC
Official SXSW day party performance at Tulsa Boom Factory
Unofficial SXSW performance at 10th Music Madness ATX
“Want Me” music video programmed in 2000+ USA locations
(including NYSC, Gold's Gym, Bally Total Fitness, Powerhouse Gym, LA Fitness, and more.)
Selected to perform at Backwoods Music Festival

 

2015 Highlights

Full "Want Me" EP added to rotation on KRSC 91.3 FM
Performance at Tulsa State Fair 2015
"Start Up" music video programmed in 2000 Gym Locations across the U.S.
(including Golds Gyms, Retro Fitness, Powerhouse Gyms, NYSC)
"Start Up" Music video in 30 Von Maur retail locations
"Start Up" Music video added to Netpulse programs
(including 339 gyms in YMCA's, Hotels, Universities, and businesses)
Released 3rd studio EP "Want Me"
Music video shoot for "Want Me"
Performance/interview on "What's Happening Tulsa"
Interview and "Want Me EP" played on Z104.5 The Edge
Interview and performance on KTUL Ch 8
Selected to perform with Panic! At The Disco
Selected to perform with Three Days Grace
Selected to perform with American Authors
Selected to perform with Kongos
Performance at Twister Fest in Oklahoma
Performance at Tulsa Pride Festival
Selected to open for Ed Sheeran at BOK Center ONEOK Stage
Showcase at Amped Austin during SXSW 2015
Interview with RSU Radio KRSC 91.3 FM
"Start Up" music video selected for rotation in 700+ UK establishments
"Start Up" added to rotation on 91.3 FM KRSC RSU Radio
Released music video/single "Start Up"
Interview and performance on Z104.5 FM The Edge

 

2014 Highlights

"With You" featured in MusicDish China Top 10 Songs of 2014
100,000+ pre-loaded albums distributed on Mach Speed devices & tablets
Filmed debut music video for song "Start Up"
Headlining performance at RSU Radio's Jam Band
Performance at Tulsa Oklahoma's Oktoberfest
Performance at BOK Center - Rib Crib's Rock 'N Rib Festival
Performance at TYPRO's StreetCred Festival
Live video performance for OK Sounds
Selected to perform with AWOLNATION
Selected to perform with Young The Giant
Selected to perform with Twenty One Pilots
Interview and performance on KTUL 8
"With You" charted #1 on Chinese music platform Ximalaya
Released single "With You"
Interview and performance on Z104.5 The Edge
Performance at Tulsa International Mayfest

 

2013 Highlights

Won "Absolute Best Rock/Pop" A.B.O.T Awards
Interview/performance on KRSC 91.3 FM
Headlining performance at Chevy Music Showcase OKC
Selected to perform with One Republic
Selected to perform with Neon Trees
Selected to perform with Mute Math
Bayou Lounge Showcase during SXSW
The Nook Showcase during SXSW
Dizzy Rooster during SXSW
Aussies during SXSW
Featured on OK Music Guide CD by Oklahoma Film and Music Office
Selected to headline Z104.5's Homegroan Showcase

 

2012 Highlights

Headlining show on Z104.5's Homegroan Showcase at Tulsa State Fair
"Eyes Open" featured on Z104.5's Homegroan CD (with air rotation)
Nominated for 3 awards in Urban Tulsa's "Absolute Best of Tulsa"
Performance at RiverFest Music Festival with Aranda
Featured in Current Land Tulsa Newspaper
Headlining performance "Corn Dog Classic 5K" at Tulsa State Fair
Performance at Hard Rock Cafe in Memphis, TN
Headlining performance at Chevy Music Showcase OKC
Featured in NLM Magazine
Released sophomore EP, "We Belong"
Interview and feature article in Urban Tulsa Newspaper
Interview and performance on KTUL 8
Interview and performance on Fox 23
Interview and performance on 97.5 KMOD
Interview and performance on Z104.5 The Edge
Performance during SXSW at Touche
Selected to play Cain's Ballroom for Z104.5's Homegroan Showcase

 

2011 Highlights

Selected as main support for Hot Chelle Rae at Cain's Ballroom
Selected for MusicLynx Showcase performance
Interview and performance on 106.9 K-Hits
Featured "Daily Fresh Pick" Aug 19th on DailyUnsigned.com
"No Time to Waste" featured on Z104.5's Homegroan CD (with air rotation)
Performance at Free Tulsa Music Festival
Feature interview on SongRevelation.com
Selected to play Vans Warped tour 2011
Performance at Tulsa International Mayfest
TV interview/performance on Tulsa's CW 12/19
TV interview/performance on Tulsa's KOTV 6
Accepted by Pandora Radio for streaming rotation
Performance at Oklahoma City Festival of The Arts
Performance during SXSW at Touche
TV interview feature on OUTV The Set

 

2010 Highlights

"Chasing" featured on Z104.5's Homegroan CD (with air rotation)
Interview and performance on Z104.5 The Edge
Self produced debut EP
TV interview feature on CW 12/19 for Explore Tulsa
Selected to play the legendary Cain's Ballroom
Performance at Free Tulsa Music Festival
Band officially formed in July 2010