When it comes to Texas-Country, one of the groups that you will probably be recommended to check out if you don’t know anything about Texas-Country would be the Turnpike Troubadours. They have an incredible sound to them, mixing modern sounds with the roots of country. If you want to make a claim as to who is actually evolving country music, then you need not look any further than the Turnpike Troubadours. Their new single, as you may have already guessed, is another fantastic addition to their discography.
The song chugs along with that same mix of new and old that I mentioned earlier. As for it’s about, the song mentions a man who has suffered from some sort of loss. His friend (the male narrator) offers some compassion to his friend through this ordeal. The song has an easy going nature to it despite the theme. This is a song that could appeal to underground and mainstream fans alike. Much like Zac Brown Band’s “Homegrown” earlier this year, this is a great example of crafting a song that is fun while at the same time has some depth to it. The theme is pretty easy to relate to as well, making it a song for anyone. Actually, we never really find out why the friend is suffering, inviting the listener to craft their own interpretation.
Overall, this is a solid song from an always solid band that proves traditional country can sound fun and smart at the same time. Count me in as someone who is excited for September to roll along for a new album from this group.
Grade: A
Listen: “Down Here”
Author: Zackary Kephart
The song chugs along with that same mix of new and old that I mentioned earlier. As for it’s about, the song mentions a man who has suffered from some sort of loss. His friend (the male narrator) offers some compassion to his friend through this ordeal. The song has an easy going nature to it despite the theme. This is a song that could appeal to underground and mainstream fans alike. Much like Zac Brown Band’s “Homegrown” earlier this year, this is a great example of crafting a song that is fun while at the same time has some depth to it. The theme is pretty easy to relate to as well, making it a song for anyone. Actually, we never really find out why the friend is suffering, inviting the listener to craft their own interpretation.
Overall, this is a solid song from an always solid band that proves traditional country can sound fun and smart at the same time. Count me in as someone who is excited for September to roll along for a new album from this group.
Grade: A
Listen: “Down Here”
Author: Zackary Kephart
