Backstory:
Born amidst the dusty backroads of a forgotten Midwestern town, Terrible County is a band that carries the spirit of the heartland in their veins. The group of five childhood friends- Jake Harper (lead vocals, guitar), Billy Caldwell (bass), Charlie O’Reily (drums), Mike Dalton (lead guitar) and Amy Turner (keyboard, backing vocals) found solace in music during their teenage years. As they aged, they found their experiences shaping their music – tales of love, loss, and the raw, unfiltered life in the simple, yet complex, rural America.

Genre:
Terrible County is a Folk-Rock band with an Americana flair. Their sound is a blend of poignant harmonica notes, gritty guitars, and hauntingly sincere lyrics. They’re influenced by the likes of Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen but still manage to maintain a sound that is uniquely their own.

Title:
“Last Train Outta Town”

Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
E A E
Annie packed her bags last night,
A E B
Under the soft moonlight.
E A E
She’s got that dream in her eye,
A E B
She’s catching the last train outta town.

(Chorus)
E A E
Last train, last chance,
A E B
Annie’s got her ticket to dance.
E A E
Away from this terrible county,
A E B
She’s catching the last train outta town.

(Verse 2)
E A E
The station’s lonely and cold,
A E B
But Annie’s story’s told.
E A E
With her heart full of hope,
A E B
She’s catching the last train outta town.

(Chorus)
E A E
Last train, one-way ride,
A E B
Into a world that’s wide.
E A E
Away from this terrible county,
A E B
She’s catching the last train outta town.

Fan Testimonial:
The band’s favorite fan is a man called ‘Big Joe’. Joe hails from the same county and has been a constant source of encouragement and support to the band. He’s present at all their gigs, rain or shine. His testimonial reads:

“I’ve known these kids since they were in diapers and watched them grow into the amazing musicians they are today. Their music speaks to me. It’s raw, honest, and pure. It tells the story of us – the people of this town. Terrible County isn’t just a band; it’s the voice of us folks living in these forgotten parts of the world. They’re my favorite, not only because I’ve seen them grow, but because their music represents us, our stories, our lives.”