Backstory:
Minty Wheel formed in the summer of 2012 in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee. Childhood friends, drummer Nick “Pepper” Pipperton and guitarist Zack “Zest” Zeeland, decided to fuse their love for music and create something unique. One day while they were jamming after a heavy rain, they spotted a broken wagon wheel covered in fresh mint leaves in the backyard. The image, coupled with the refreshing yet nostalgic smell of the mint, sparked inspiration. They decided to name their band ‘Minty Wheel’ in honor of that moment.
A few jam sessions later, they were joined by a soulful vocalist, Lisa “Lime” Lindon, who brought a unique flavor to their music. Together, they began to write songs that had a blend of country charm, rock energy, and the freshness of the mint which their name symbolized. With each performance and album, Minty Wheel continued to grow, winning over the hearts of listeners with their vibrant sound and energetic performances.
Genre:
Country Rock
Title:
“Rolling on the Minty Road”
Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[G] Down a dirt path, [C] where the sun does shine,
[D] Old wagon wheel, [G] covered in minty vine,
[C] The smell so sweet, [G] like a summer wine,
[D] We strum our guitars, [G] under the southern pine.
(Chorus)
[G] Rolling on the minty road,
[C] Playing a tune, [D] carrying our load,
[G] We’re Minty Wheel, [C] with a country code,
[D] On a musical journey, [G] ready to explode.
(Verse 2)
[G] With the drum’s beat, [C] and the guitar’s strum,
[D] Our songs bloom, [G] like the morning sun,
[C] With Lime’s voice, [G] oh, what a hum,
[D] We’re Minty Wheel, [G] and we’ve just begun.
(Chorus)
[G] Rolling on the minty road,
[C] Playing a tune, [D] carrying our load,
[G] We’re Minty Wheel, [C] with a country code,
[D] On a musical journey, [G] ready to explode.
(Bridge)
[C] In the heart of Nashville, [D] under the starry sheath,
[G] We play our songs, [C] and wear our wreath,
[D] We are Minty Wheel, [G] music is our oath,
[C] From the minty wheel, [D] we take our strength.
(Ending chorus)
[G] Rolling on the minty road,
[C] Playing a tune, [D] carrying our load,
[G] We’re Minty Wheel, [C] with a country code,
[D] On a musical journey, [G] ready to explode.
Favorite Fan Testimonial:
Name: Jenny “Jingle” Johnson
“I’ve been a fan of Minty Wheel since their first gig at the Bluebird Café. Their energized performance and unique blend of country-rock had me hooked from the start. What makes them my favorite, though, is not just their invigorating music, but their genuine love and passion for what they do. Each song is a story; each performance is a memory. And that song, ‘Rolling on the Minty Road’, it’s not just a song to me, it’s an anthem. It speaks to the journey, the struggle, and the joy of creating something you love. To me, Minty Wheel is not just a band; they’re a perfect illustration of passion, dedication, and the power of music.”