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“… Certainly So, the four-piece band from Alabama and based in Nashville, formed in late‑2019 around members Tanner Gray, Colby Wilson, bassist Chase Porter, and drummer Zach Corder. Their music blends folk, Americana, alternative and psychedelia into a dreamy, sun-soaked palette described as “post‑angst” indie folk. They draw inspiration from The Beatles, The Beach Boys, John Mayer, Her’s, and the Grateful Dead, producing harmony-rich, soul‑tinged songs that feel both gentle and immersive. Certainly So have honed a sound that’s intimate yet expansive. Their music evokes warmth, rural drive, and a nostalgic haze that’s pretty hard to resist.
At the Troubadour on July 16, their set had a loose, free‑wheeling spirit. Their live sound felt spacious. It felt like they were jamming in your living room one moment, then channeling subtle jazz‑rock sophistication the next. Moments flourished with laid‑back Americana phrasing and soothing vocal layering; at other times, there was a Steely Dan–esque wink in their phrasing. Cool grooves, and understated soul.
Honestly, I was captivated by how unforced it felt. Their interplay was effortless, their transitions unhurried. It was the kind of music that invites you in, calms you, yet surprises you with a well‑placed flourish. It struck me as real—and rare. And I was so moved that I walked out afterward and bought their latest album. Their sound lingers, and you catch yourself humming after the fact. Their set felt like a nostalgic summer breeze, and I couldn’t help but want more…”
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