Backstory:

“Sleepy Track” was born in the small but musically vibrant town of Topeka, Kansas back in 2015. The band consists of four childhood friends: frontman Jack Franklin, guitarist Benny Johnson, bassist Sam Herring, and drummer Matt Shields. All four members had grown up in the same neighborhood, bonding over their shared love for music. Sleepy Track was their way of breaking out from their small town and exploring the world through music. They started playing in local venues, quickly building a reputation for their unique sound and energetic performances. In 2018, they released their debut album, catching the attention of music lovers across the country.

Genre:

Sleepy Track is known for their distinctive fusion of Indie Rock and Folk, sprinkled with elements of Country and Blues for good measure. Their sound is a blend of raw guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and relatable lyrics that touch the heart.

Title:

“Underneath the Kansas Sky”

Full song lyrics:

(Verse 1)
[C] There’s a hush in the midnight, [Am] under the Kansas sky,
[F] We’re riding on a sleepy track, [G] chasing the fireflies.
[C] Stars above are our only light, [Am] whispers are our lullaby,
[F] We’ve got dreams to catch, [G] under the Kansas sky.

(Chorus)
[F] Underneath the Kansas sky,
[C] Where dreams are made and fears fly high,
[Am] We’re just four souls living out a lie,
[G] Riding on the Sleepy Track, under the Kansas sky.

(Verse 2)
[C] The crickets play the rhythm, [Am] as we strum the night away,
[F] No audience but the moon, [G] in the endless milky way.
[C] Singing songs of love and loss, [Am] till dawn starts its play,
[F] This is our truth, [G] under the Kansas sky.

(Chorus)
[F] Underneath the Kansas sky,
[C] Where dreams are made and tears run dry,
[Am] The world’s a stage, and life’s a beautiful lie,
[G] Playing on the Sleepy Track, under the Kansas sky.

Fan Testimonial:

Name: Emily Peterson

Emily is a die-hard fan of Sleepy Track who discovered them during an open mic night in her hometown. To Emily, Sleepy Track’s music speaks the language of her heart, talking about everyday struggles, dreams, and the simple joys of life. She claims their music is like a friend who understands her without any judgment. According to Emily, “Sleepy Track is not just a band, it’s an emotion. Their music is raw, real, and relatable. It’s like they know what I’m feeling, and it’s comforting to know I’m not alone.”