Backstory:

Amused Needle is a group of childhood friends turned rock stars, hailing from the small town of Ferris, North Dakota. Consisting of lead vocalist and guitarist, Joey Morgen, bassist, Luke Stevenson, drummer, Max ‘The Hammer’ Hendrik, and keyboardist, Ivy Knight, the band was formed in their high school music room. Their journey started by playing at local events, covering songs from their favorite artists and eventually creating their own unique sound. The band’s quirky name, “Amused Needle,” was inspired by the town’s iconic landmark, a giant hay needle statue, which they found ironically amusing.

Genre:

Amused Needle plays a combination of Indie Rock and Blues, creating an engaging blend of infectious riffs, powerful bass lines, and poignant lyrics. Their sound is raw, emotive, and deeply connected to their small-town roots.

Title:

“Whiskey on a Sunday Morning”

Full song lyrics:

Verse 1:
[G] Woke up this morning to the [C] sound of the rain,
[D] Whiskey on my breath, I’m [G] lost in the pain.
[G] Echoes of your laughter fill [C] this empty room,
[D] I’m missing you, darling, like a [G] sunflower misses the bloom.

Chorus:
[C] Whiskey on a Sunday morning, [G] tears falling down like rain,
[D] I’m dancing with your memory, lost in the [G] refrain.
[C] Whiskey on a Sunday morning, [G] empty bed and a lonely night,
[D] Only your whispers in the wind, taking [G] flight.

Verse 2:
[G] The town seems so quiet, just [C] like your goodbye,
[D] Whiskey on a Sunday morning, [G] trying not to cry.
[G] Pictures on the wall, just [C] reminders of the past,
[D] Our love story ended, it [G] happened so fast.

Chorus:
[C] Whiskey on a Sunday morning, [G] drowning in the past,
[D] In this old house, echoes of our [G] love, so vast.
[C] Whiskey on a Sunday morning, [G] the world’s a colder place,
[D] Without your smile, your touch, your [G] grace.

The band’s favorite fan’s name:

Billy Porter

Testimonial:

“Amused Needle is my favorite band for many reasons, but primarily because their music speaks to me on a personal level. Their lyrics are deep and meaningful, and the melodies are just incredible. Also, they’re from my hometown, Ferris. Seeing them go from playing cover songs at the local fair to creating their own music and achieving success is truly inspiring. Every time I listen to their song, ‘Whiskey on a Sunday Morning,’ I feel a strong connection to their journey and roots. They’re not just a band to me, they’re the voice of our town.”