Promised Land Sound
Promised Land Sound
Rock
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Nashville churns out artists like a machine, but rarely does a band break the mold as boldly as Promised Land Sound. The collection of three, sometimes six, musicians constructs a maze of an album that manages to align itself perfectly as a whole.
Promised Land Sound takes listeners on a multi-genre journey, ranging from ‘60s rock to contemporary folk paired with a subtle Hawaiian feel. The group then coats each track in authentic Southern twang, just to remind listeners that the band hasn’t forgotten its roots.
Within this collection of musical chaos, inspired wailing takes precedence on tracks like “The Storm” and “Make It Through the Fall.” Rough harmonies mingle with beachy vibes to create a folksy paradise — no banjos required.
Steering away from the folk theme, “Weed and Wine” could be classified as the band’s first attempt at a Southern anthem. The island influence is subsequently ditched as “Understand” and “Wandering Habits” are introduced, exposing the raw second half of the album.
“River No More” adopts the guise of a heavier rock ‘n’ roll song, guided by Sean Thompson’s gurgling guitar, while “Money Man” showcases the group’s talent in a rowdy sing-along. Using riffs reminiscent of The Doors’ early work, the group blends folk and rock together in a stunningly synchronized fashion.
Far from creating confusion, the album’s lack of direction allows the band to experiment within genres while creating an array of songs that transcend selective tastes and crush convention.
— Kelly Cook
Promised Land Sound is available now through Paradise of Bachelors.Watch a live version of “The Storm” below.
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