Backstory:
Even Spark was born in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee, a place known for its deep musical roots. The band came together in 2013 when frontman, Johnny Mercer, met drummer, Sarah Booth, at a local dive bar’s open mic night. After an impromptu jam session that had the whole bar up and dancing, the duo knew they had something special. They recruited jazz guitarist, Eddie Coleman, and classically trained pianist, Nina Franklin, and Even Spark was ignited.

In the beginning, the band played small gigs at the same dive bars they met at. However, their captivating performances and unique sound quickly gained them a loyal following. Their big break came when a scout for a major record label happened to catch one of their performances. Now, Even Spark is a name known across the country, their music a beacon for those who are seeking something different.

Genre:
The band falls into the Neo-Soul genre, blending elements of soul, R&B, and jazz to create a unique and contemporary sound.

Title:
“Embers in the Night”

Full Song Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
Embers in the night, heat beneath the stars (G, D)
Walking down the street, under city’s scars (C, G)
Your hand in mine, your eyes on mine (Em, D)
Our bodies sway in time, to the beat of our hearts combined (G, C, D)

(Chorus)
We’re even spark, in the pulsing dark (G, D)
A flame, a glow, (Em, C)
In the quiet we embark (G, D, C)

(Verse 2)
Whispers in the wind, secrets we impart (G, D)
Just you and me, dancing in moon’s cart (C, G)
Your warmth on me, your soul in mine (Em, D)
We’ve found a love divine, under the glow of neon signs (G, C, D)

(Chorus)
We’re even spark, in the pulsing dark (G, D)
A flame, a glow, (Em, C)
In the quiet we embark (G, D, C)
Brightening up the night, with love’s spark (G, D, Em, C, G)

Favorite Fan:
The band’s favorite fan is named Lisa Sullivan. Lisa fell in love with Even Spark when she first saw them perform at a small bar in Memphis. She loved that their music wasn’t just something you listen to, it was something you could feel deep in your soul. As she puts it in her testimonial: “Even Spark’s music brings light to the darkest corners of my heart. Their unique blend of soul and R&B is an emotional journey I never want to end. They are not just my favorite band, they are an integral part of my life.”