Though I haven’t had a chance to check out these guys playing live yet, they are getting rave reviews including being listed in Rolling Stone Country’s “10 New Artists You Need to Know.” They play an in-store set at 2 PM.
NPR’s Ann Powers said, “The Nashville instrumental group Steelism stands out for its ability to blend vintage styles—steel-guitar jazz, surf rock, the cool vibe of 1960s movie soundtracks—in ways that don’t feel dated.”
Their new video “Marfa Lights,” a track from their Single Lock Records’ debut 615 to Fame, was inspired by vintage educational shorts and the British BBC comedy show “Look Around You.” The video was filmed in Nashville and directed by Nashville filmmaker/musician Stewart Copeland. You can also check out a live vid here.
Two extraordinary young musicians, Jeremy Fetzer (guitar), and UK import Spencer Cullum Jr. (pedal steel) founded Steelism. They are an instrumental band that lets their instruments do the talking, creating intoxicating melodies and hooks with tastefully orchestrated arrangements.
The band members have yet to perform in New Orleans, so this is a chance to be on the ground floor of a new band’s local fan base. See you there!
