![]() But overall, it’s just one, one big continuum, you know, every artist learns from other artists and they, hopefully, pass something along in the process. And that’s certainly what both Uncle Tupelo and Son Volt try to do. ![]() “And the best any artist can do is try to put their own experiences and their own stamp on it. Because no one ever really starts anything -influences come from somewhere else,” Farrar says humbly. ![]() “I think it’s great that anyone would think that I was involved with starting any kind of movement, but the reality is, that’s not the case. Just as “Livin’ In The USA” is a nod to Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the U.S.A.,” and Neil Young’s “Rockin’ in the Free World,” Farrar shares they borrowed the “doomsaying prophecies” from the likes Barry McGuire’s “Eve of Destruction” set to the guitar riffs of Lou Reed’s “Sweet Jane.” For Farrar, he and his band’s contribution is just part of the influential give-and-take of music traditions. In the years and records since their inception, Son Volt is often credited for pioneering the alt-country or Americana movement which has come to dominate mainstream or commercial music over the last few years. The poignant lyrics address rising environmental concerns and even quotes Pope Francis on “turbulent rains never before seen” in the context of the pandemic. Haw River Ballroom contact info: Phone number: (336) 525-2314 Website: What does Haw River Ballroom do Haw River Ballroom is a beautiful riverside music venue set in the former Dye House in historic Saxapahaw. Son Volt pays homage to the legendary Doug Sahm on the new album Day Of The Doug, out June 16th via Transmit Sound/Thirty Tigers ().Son Volt founder Jay Farrar’s goal with this 12-song collection was not only to pay tribute to Sahm’s music and influence, but to also highlight some of the deeper tracks in his heralded canon, specifically from a prolific period during the late 1960s through. allegedly carved his name, the Southern rock ballad takes unexpected political turns. Named for a Honky Tonk in Bandera, Texas, Arkey Blue’s Silver Dollar, where Hank Williams, Sr. “Arkey Blue” is one of these candid tracks. Returning to their deep-run roots for this song shaped the rest of their milestone album. Beginning on this note, the band continues to build from their bedrock of Americana soundscapes weighed down with social commentary. The album opens with “Reverie,” an aching anthem for those, like Farrar, who watched the world burn outside of their windows for months on end. Pregnant with the fear, bred from unprecedented uncertainty, the writing is undoubtedly topical. But, the gravity of the global pandemic in 2020 and political fallout seeps into the music through the artists’ subconscious. Unlike their previous releases, Farrar deliberately noted that politics would take a backseat in this project. Full Concerts & Festivals Music, Live Today Haw River Ballroom, Saxapahaw, NC, USA Son Volt Live Streaming (Friday, july 14, 2023)Full Now: https://youtube. These songs were written in the early days of the pandemic.
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