Backstory:
Unusual Floor was formed in 2010, when college roommates James “Jimmy” Walter and Stephen “Stevo” Peters decided to fuse their individual musical talents into a sound that was at once novel and captivating. Jimmy, a skilled drummer whose passion was jazz, and Stevo, an alternative rock enthusiast with a talent for playing the bass, began experimenting with their genre-blending beats in their garage. They later enlisted the lyrical skills and strong vocals of Kelly “Kells” Dawson, a childhood friend and coffee shop songwriter. Their shared love of musical exploration laid the foundation for the diverse and intriguing sound that is Unusual Floor.

In 2012, they released their first EP titled “Barefoot Groove,” which showcased their unique fusion of jazz and alternative rock. The band’s fresh sound quickly gained a loyal following. Over time, they expanded their band with the addition of keyboardist Laura “Lulu” Reynolds and guitarist Sam “Sledge” Fenton. With five members, Unusual Floor’s sound took on even more depth and complexity, cementing their reputation as a band that consistently breaks expectations and defies genre norms.

Genre:
Jazz-infused Alternative Rock

Song Title:
“Rhythm of the Rain”

Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[G]Standing by the [D]window,
[Am]Watching as the [C]rain starts to fall,
[G]Echoes of the [D]thunder,
[Am]Matching the [C]rhythm in my soul.

(Chorus)
[G]Rhythm of the [D]rain,
[Am]It’s the beat [C]that drives me insane,
[G]Rhythm of the [D]rain,
[Am]It’s the music [C]that heals the pain.

(Verse 2)
[G]Walking on the [D]wet streets,
[Am]Feeling the [C]coolness on my skin,
[G]Sounds of the [D]falling drops,
[Am]They drown out the [C]chaos within.

(Chorus)
[G]Rhythm of the [D]rain,
[Am]It’s the song [C]that soothes my brain,
[G]Rhythm of the [D]rain,
[Am]It’s the melody [C]that breaks the chain.

(Bridge)
[G]Listen to the [D]rhythm,
[Am]In the silence [C]it remains,
[G]It’s the [D]rhythm of the [Am]rain,
[Am]Echoing [C]our gains and pains.

(Ending Chorus)
[G]Rhythm of the [D]rain,
[Am]It’s our anthem [C]in refrain,
[G]Rhythm of the [D]rain,
[Am]It’s the music [C]that will sustain.

Favorite Fan:
Alexis Baker is Unusual Floor’s self-proclaimed number one fan. Alexis first heard the band’s unique sound during their performance at a local music festival and has been hooked ever since. “There’s just something about their music that resonates with me,” Alexis says. “It’s like they’ve taken the chaotic, beautiful mess that is life and turned it into something that you can tap your foot to. Their blend of jazz and rock is unlike anything I’ve ever heard, it’s soothing yet invigorating. And don’t get me started on their lyrics – they’re poetry set to music. Every song feels like a story I can relate to or a journey I want to take. Unusual Floor is simply my favorite because their music speaks to me on a level most bands can’t even reach.”