Michigan Rattlers
press release: Americana band, Michigan Rattlers, are thrilled to announce their forthcoming debut album Evergreen, out September 28. The highly anticipated collection follows their self-titled Michigan Rattlers EP and delivers on the band's signature countrified rock 'n' roll and folk.
Lifelong friends and deep-north natives, Michigan Rattlers play heavy-hearted Americana folk-rock with an aching dose of Midwestern nice. Graham Young (guitar), Adam Reed (upright bass), and Christian Wilder (piano) began writing music and performing together in their Northern Michigan high school.
"For Fans Of: Whiskeytown-era Ryan Adams, early Wilco, the acoustic side of Rhett Miller and the Old 97's." –Rolling Stone’s 10 New Country Artists You Need To Know
“Guitarist Graham Young and bassist Adam Reed fleshed out the sound of their folky LA by-way-of-Michigan band with the addition of keys player Christian Wilder – the result is riveting rock & roll with a country edge. It’s a musical rebirth of sorts for the Rattlers, who continue to make their bones with their intense live show.”- Rolling Stone
“Keep an eye on these guys!” – GRAMMY.com
“A lot of realness.”– The Bluegrass Situation
"Michigan Rattlers weave together powerful lyrical narratives with guitar leads, vocal harmonies and extensive refrains." –ABC News
“The debut from this Americana duo pops with urgency and confessional intimacy. Young shares confidences through his lyrics and the exceptionally moving tone of his voice. Recommended if you like: Ryan Adams, Jeff Tweedy, Tom Petty, Steve Earle, Gin Blossoms.” –No Depression
“Midwestern duo embracing Americana storytelling.”–Relix
“Michigan Rattlers conjure fond memories of Drive-By Truckers’ border breaks and cross-legged Richard Buckner concerts.” –Gambit Weekly
“The Michigan Rattlers are an alt-country act on the rise.”–The Boot
“It didn’t take long for their rustic sound to attract the right attention.”–Detroit Free Press
“A rebirth of roots friendly Americana seems on the horizon, and alongside the paths of artists like Sturgill Simpson and Kacey Musgraves, the Michigan Rattlers hint towards a career of relatable integrity.” –Blah Blah Blah Science
“Equally adept at stripped-down sadness and amped-up madness, Michigan Rattlers conjure fond memories of Drive By Truckers’ border breaks and cross-legged Richard Buckner concerts.”–Gambit Weekly
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