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The Farewell Drifters

A sound you've never known, but feels like home.

About Me

The Farewell Drifters are proud to announce their new record Sweet Summer Breeze, an album that displays the band in true form for the first time, uncovering a hidden treasure in the art of folk and bluegrass. This collection includes twelve original songs and two covers that will leave you truly believing that folk music is hip again. You will hear sounds of tradition and influence from artists of old, mixed with a completely original approach to lyrical content and musical form. The poetry of writers Joshua Britt (mandolin) and Zach Bevill (guitar) reveals a new muse for their generation. Their songs put music and harmonies behind the deepest truths of life, and stories yet untold. Britt seems to rewrite himself through the creation of his lyrical personae in a way that shows his determination to fuse high poetry and the best of oral tradition, even in a modern world of pop and simplicity. The honesty and clarity of Bevill’s vocals are equally advanced whether interpreting Britt’s stories or sharing the truth of his own lyrics.Their songs are only fully realized when joined with Trevor Brandt (banjo), Clayton Britt (lead guitar), and Ryan Pennington (upright bass). This talented group of musicians completes each song with exactly what is needed: no more and no less. The eclectic style of Brandt’s banjo can be bright and punchy, silky smooth, and everywhere in between, letting the song be the guide. Clayton’s guitar work is certainly virtuosic, yet never overdone as he weaves in between lyrics, delivering tasteful licks and blistering solos. Pennington’s upright bass shines as he freely walks the neck laying the creative foundation on which the Drifters build their arrangements. In addition to all this, the group’s vocal harmony demands attention as they drift from Monroe Brothers style duets to the sonic sounds of the Beach Boys and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Yet amidst this flurry of musicianship, one will notice that the band never loses sight of its true focus, the song itself.Produced by fellow songwriter Glen Garrett and recorded at Ben Surratt’s Rec Room Studio in Nashville, Sweet Summer Breeze draws on the influence of innovative, yet tasteful creations from artists like Clarence White, Gram Parsons, or even Bob Dylan. The difference is that the Farewell Drifters have chosen bluegrass as the vessel by which they can express themselves artistically, all the while maintaining a stylistic freedom that gives their music that same sense of adventure. The result is a sound you’ve never known, but somehow feels like home; and an album that will please the ears of bluegrass and folk enthusiasts while also appealing to a broader audience.For booking contact Janice Young @ Third Coast Artists Agency (615) 292-6400 [email protected] www.tcaa.biz
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Member Since: 9/26/2005
Band Website: thefarewelldrifters.com
Band Members: Joshua Britt - Mandolin Clayton Britt - Lead guitar Zach Bevill - Lead Vocals & Guitar Trevor Brandt - Banjo Ryan Pennington- Bass
Influences: Clarence White, John Duffey, Tim O'Brien, John Hartford, Tony Rice, Peter Rowan, Jerry Garcia, Bill Monroe, Bob Dylan, Dean Webb, David Grisman, Tony Trishka, Vassar Clements, Bill Keith, Billy Ray Latham, Paul Simon, Tim May, Randy Rhodes, Led Zeppelin, Beatles, Gram Parsons, Darrell Scott, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings
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My Blog

Norms, Bluegrass Blog, iTunes, love

Hey friends just wanted to let you in on a few things&   Nashville Show Tomorrow night, yes, that's Friday night, we'll be playing a show at Norm's River Road House in Nashville.  It's a qua...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Fri, 16 Nov 2007 04:26:00 PST

Speakerheart, IBMA, No Depression, Nashville!

Howdy friends&seems like a while since I've blogged and there's plenty to tell you&   Big news&you can now download the Farewell Drifters debut album "Sweet Summer Breeze"  We are proud to ...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Fri, 02 Nov 2007 09:30:00 PST

Hello!

Hey everyone...sorry it's been a while since the last update.  At least it feels like it's been a long time. The winds of change are blowing hard at the Drifters' camp. Headquarters has moved fro...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Wed, 29 Aug 2007 04:22:00 PST

NEW ALBUM AVAILABLE!

Hello friends,   THANKS A big thank you to everyone who came out to the Station Inn and to everyone who has bought the album already.  The show was a hit, and we were glad to celebrate the ...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Wed, 25 Jul 2007 10:40:00 PST

The more the merrier...

Howdy howdy!  JULY 19 - SWEET SUMMER BREEZE Is upon us.  Our cd release show at the Station Inn is sure to be a blow out and we'd love to have you there!  The cover will only be $10 bu...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Fri, 06 Jul 2007 05:11:00 PST

New Songs!!

We are so freakin excited to let you listen to three songs from our forthcoming record "Sweet Summer Breeze" to be released on July 19 in style at the Station Inn.  So please have a listen.....
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Tue, 05 Jun 2007 08:23:00 PST

Round and round...

Life is whirlwind right now as we're gearing up to get on the road, release a record, and subsequently take over the world with our brand of music&..all in one summer!  Here's an idea of what's g...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Thu, 24 May 2007 06:03:00 PST

The campaign for 1000

Hey folks!  We're up to 926 friends...and we're asking for your help to achieve the 1000 mark!  Please spread the word, and help us get to 1000!  Four digits of friends would be really ...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Thu, 03 May 2007 11:10:00 PST

Whoa...

So there's a lot going on these days and I just wanted to let you know to keep checking our page, as we're adding shows all the time.  We just added a show opening up for Corb Lund at 3rd and Lin...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Wed, 11 Apr 2007 02:10:00 PST

tour dates and more!

Howdy folks!  Things are rolling right along here with the Farewell Drifters.  Our first tour, officially dubbed the "Heartland Tour" (by me, right now), is not completely finalized, but I a...
Posted by The Farewell Drifters on Tue, 27 Mar 2007 10:01:00 PST