Austin native and indie-folk trailblazer Reed Turner isn't one to be tied down, in his life or his music. Turner has shifted gears for his latest EP Native Tongue, bringing to life a darker, more aggressive brand of reverb laden Americana. Recorded live to tape at Orb Studios, Turner's Native Tongue EP will be available January 22nd, 2016 and is available to pre-order now on iTunes.
To celebrate the release, Turner will play a hometown show at the legendary Stubb's in Austin on Friday, January 15th. Tickets are available for purchase
HERE!
In a year marked by health issues and subsequent solitude, Turner transformed his backyard shed into a makeshift workplace, compelled to create rather than wallow. He emerged with his most targeted effort yet, determined to make his mark on the musical landscape. The life that the EP holds as a result is evident. From the opening kick-drum rattle of "I Got Love" to the song's infectious guitar hook, the Western energy is palpable and intoxicating, while the riotous stomp of "Quiet Evening" explores some of our country's most central issues.
Meanwhile, the shuffling upright bass line of "Swim or Drown (Let The Lord Decide)" is just as transfixing as Turner's pristine vocals. The track has been unleashed by
The Bluegrass Situation and is available
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An award-winning songwriter, Reed Turner has taken top honors in national songwriting competitions including the crown at the prestigious Telluride Bluegrass Festival's
Troubadour Competition. His LP
Ghosts In The Attic received critical acclaim and allowed him the opportunities to share stages with Gary Clark Jr., Mark Broussard,
Will Hoge and Jessica Lea Mayfield, among many others.
Photo Credit: Nicola Gell
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