Backstory:

Cold Volunteer was birthed from the icy chill of a harsh winter in the heart of Chicago, 2007. Longtime friends, Tom Whittaker (lead vocals, guitar) and George Reilly (drums) sought solace from the unforgiving cold in their shared love of music, jamming in the poorly heated garage they dubbed as their rehearsal space. As the winter grew colder, their bond and the music grew stronger, ultimately culminating in the formation of ‘Cold Volunteer’. The band was later joined by Grace Mendoza (bass, backup vocals) and Peter “Pete” Donovan (lead guitar), adding more layers to their unique sound.

Genre:

Alternative Rock/Indie Rock

Title:

“Whispers in the Snow”

Full Song Lyrics:

Verse 1:
[G]Lost in the [D]weight of the [C]winter [G]night,
[D]Frost on the [C]window, [D]heart full of [G]fight.
[G]In the [D]depth of despair, [C]we found our [G]light,
[D]Music in the [C]cold, [D]gave us [G]flight.

Chorus:
[C]Whispers in the [G]snow,
[D]Echoes of dreams, we used to [Em]know.
[C]Strings strummed low,
[G]We are the [D]Cold Volunteer, [G]watch us grow.

Verse 2:
[G]From garage jams, [D]to the smokey [C]bar [G]scenes,
[D]Strumming our hearts out, living [C]our dreams. [D]
[G]Underneath the city [D]lights so [C]bright, [G]
[D]We found our song in the [C]dead of [D]night. [G]

Chorus:
[C]Whispers in the [G]snow,
[D]Echoes of dreams, we used to [Em]know.
[C]Strings strummed low,
[G]We are the [D]Cold Volunteer, [G]watch us grow.

Favorite Fan:

Our favorite fan is undoubtedly Patricia “Patty” Thompson. A Chicago native, she stumbled upon one of our earliest gigs at a local bar and has been a constant fixture at our shows ever since. Patty is more than just a fan; she’s part of our family.

Testimonial:

“I’ve never felt such a connection with a band before Cold Volunteer. Their raw, earnest sound resonates with me in a way I can’t explain. It’s as if they’ve put to music the feelings of struggle, hope, and determination that I’ve experienced in my own life. Their spirit is infectious, their talent undeniable. I’m proud to be a fan and can’t wait to see where their journey takes them.” – Patty Thompson.