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JRTHEBAND HAS UNLEASHED A MONSTROUS ALT-ROCK EARWORM WITH “STRAY DOG”
Singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist JRtheBand dropped the video to their single Stray Dog on July 30th. If you’ve forgotten how it feels to experience a fresh new take on Alt-Rock which speaks to your soul, hit play.
JRtheBand - "Footprints in the Sand"
Previously impressing with the tracks “Statue” and “Good Gracious Love,” JRtheBand succeeds again with the engaging “Footprints in the Sand.” Percussive pit-pats and vibrant acoustics give way to JR’s soaring vocal power to start. The “never had it better,” hook plays like a fresh summer breeze...
"Releasing this past weekend from one-man project JRtheBand, “Good Gracious Love” is a stirring success."
A charismatic, gliding guitar lead is accompanied by sporadic accompanying twangs to start, alongside suave and timeless-sounding vocals. Vocals assume a more soaring form around the one-minute mark, with a clever melodic twist coming upon the “time had come to walk away,” line shortly thereafter. Added guitar lines past the two-minute mark evoke a yearning satisfaction, with some ’80s nostalgia in the tone. The “no-win situation, train has left the station,” verse re-emerges seamlessly, with added vibrancy to the vocals as the track comes to a satisfying close.
"JRtheBand is made up of JR (Jeremy) who has the perfect vocal sound to make rock anthems that soar."
His vocal sound is varied and unique sounding. Since he could remember he has been humming tunes to himself and after a life-changing event, he suddenly realised that he should turn those hums into songs.
"“Statue” is a stirring new track from JRtheBand, with lyrics reflecting the height of panic that sleep paralysis brings."
“I recently heard Howard Stern’s interview with Billie Eilish discussing her personal struggle with sleep paralysis,” JR says. “By the time I heard her interview I had already written, recorded, and planned to release ‘Statue’ in the future. Hearing her speak about the condition caused me to re-prioritize and make this song my next release to try to help more people become aware of and share their experiences with this terrifying (but hopefully non-life-threatening) condition.”
"Artist of the Day JRtheBand Has Desire and Potential to Relay His Messages!"
JRtheBand has been connected to music from the earliest memory he's capable of remembering. It's amicable that as an artist, JRtheBand remains honest and consistent with his music, ensuring that what he's sharing with his listeners is as authentic as it can get. In terms of JRtheBand's songwriting process, his inspiration stems from life itself, and he strives to reach his listeners in a spirited way.
"JRtheBand Has Released A New Track Called “Not The Enemy” Great Tune"
"This new track has nice guitar and drums connection, The vocals were precise and clear, great storytelling, you knew what he was talking about and could identify with it. The concept to this story was fresh, not the same old stuff. The video was amazing to watch. I hope you all enjoy this great piece as much as I did."
"What a refreshing artist! JRtheBand is unusual enough to intrigue, musically skillful enough to captivate and entertain, and lyrically fascinating enough to feel genuinely new. All of this fuses brilliantly to create a sound that’s engaging, effective, and utterly unique right now."
"Their new fun single “Jamaica” has arrived. The title is a metaphor for breaking the chains holding you back from pursuing your passion in life. Something so relatable that will give the listener a much needed boost of encouragement."