Backstory:

Jumbo Expense was formed in the sweltering summer of 2013 in the heart of Austin, Texas. The band began as a shared passion project between childhood friends, lead vocalist Scott “Scooter” McKinney, and drummer, Jesse “Jumbo” Davis. The duo, filling the stifling Texas nights with their eclectic sound, soon caught the attention of bassist, Lucy “Loose” Hamilton and guitarist, Zack “Zapper” Zimmerman, who took a chance on the duo and completed the quartet.

The band quickly gained recognition in the local scene for their distinctive sound and high energy performances. Their fame skyrocketed when their first independent album, “The Price to Pay”, gained national attention, earning them a spot in the Billboard Top 100. Now, with five successful albums under their belt, Jumbo Expense continues to conquer the music scene with their unrivaled talent and camaraderie.

Genre:
Alternative Country-Rock

Song Title:
“Chasing Neon”

Full Song Lyrics:

Verse 1: [Dm] [F] [C]
(Dm) Chasing neon lights in the (F) heart of the town,
(C) Love and whiskey, it all comes down.
(Dm) Packed my dreams in a (F) beat-up case,
(C) Texas sky, in an endless chase.

Pre-Chorus: [G] [A] [Dm]
(G) We’re running on empty, (A) hearts heavy as lead,
(Dm) Living off borrowed time, on promises unsaid.

Chorus: [C] [G] [A] [Dm]
(C) Chasing neon, (G) under the moon’s glow,
(A) Somewhere between the (Dm) want and the let go.
(C) Running wild, (G) in this twilight haze,
(A) Lost in the rhythm, in the (Dm) whiskey daze.

Verse 2: [Dm] [F] [C]
(Dm) Ghosts of old lovers (F) haunt these streets,
(C) Shadows dancing to our heartbeats.
(Dm) Silence whispers (F) in the winds that blow,
(C) Chasing neon, where the lost things go.

Repeat Pre-Chorus & Chorus

Bridge: [A] [G] [Dm]
(A) We’re the poets of the night, (G) living our truths,
(Dm) In the harsh spotlight, and the cold hard booths.

Repeat Chorus

Outro: [Dm] [F] [C]
(Dm) Chasing neon till the (F) morning light,
(C) We are the dreamers of the endless night.

Fan Testimonial:

My name is Ella Carter and I’ve been a massive fan of Jumbo Expense since their early days. Their music paints a picture of life’s truths that is so raw and relatable. They spin tales of love, loss, and the open road into melodies that speak to my soul. Their song ‘Chasing Neon’ especially resonates with me, it’s like they’ve put my heartache into words. The band’s energy on stage is contagious and their love for music is evident. There’s something comforting about the way they pour their heart into their music, it’s like they’re giving us a piece of themselves. That’s why they’re my favorite band.