Walter Trout started performing at the local bar Widget. The band was influenced by Aretha Franklin. Walter Trout began playing together in 1981. The bassist was heavily influenced by his sister's love for music.

Walter Trout was offered a record contract after their single was heard on K89.9. The band members were excited to have the opportunity to make an album and quit their day jobs that supported them while they worked hard at night to make their dreams happen. Walter Trout’s first album did not do so well, but the second album was a hit, going platinum. The group plays plenty of arenas, but would rather perform in the smaller clubs in which they began.

After this past non-stop year the members of Walter Trout will spend some time apart. The group is in the middle of the accompanying tour for their new album.

Walter Trout realizes that most fans like their previous songs, so they use material from previous albums and the new record. The band’s latest tour information, from Walter Trout tickets to concert schedule changes to seating charts, are all available on TheSeats.com.