1. Backstory:

Kindly Standing originated in a small, picturesque town in southern Maine. Best friends since childhood, lead vocalist and guitarist Josh Daniels, bassist Aaron Harding, and drummer Ryan Carter, found a common interest in music during their high school years. Josh, inspired by his grandfather’s love for the guitar, started penning lyrics and composing tunes, while Aaron and Ryan discovered their love for rhythm and beats in the school jazz band. Post-graduation, they pursued different paths and attended different universities but inevitably, their shared passion for music led them back to their home town. In the summer of 2012, in an attic filled with memories, Kindly Standing was born.

The band’s name, “Kindly Standing,” is inspired by their belief in standing strong in the face of adversity, with kindness as their weapon. They carry this ethos in their lyrics, music, and performances, creating an authentic connection with their fans.

2. Music Genre:

Kindly Standing is known for their unique blend of indie rock and folk, often termed as ‘folk-rock.’

3. Song Title:

“Rains of Reverie”

4. Full Song Lyrics with Chord Progression:

Verse 1 (C G Am F):
C G
Beneath the clouds of gray,
Am F
Under the willow’s sway.
C G
In the rains of reverie,
Am F
I find my sanctuary.

Chorus (G Am F C):
G Am
Dancing in the rain,
F C
Free from all the pain.
G Am
In the rains of reverie,
F C
I find my sanctity.

Verse 2 (C G Am F):
C G
The thunder breaks the silence,
Am F
In its raw, powerful defiance.
C G
But in the rains of reverie,
Am F
I find my tranquility.

(Repeat Chorus)

Bridge (Am G F C):
Am G
This is my solace, my escape,
F C
From the world’s chaotic landscape.
Am G
In the rains of reverie,
F C
I find my serenity.

(Repeat Chorus twice, end with Verse 1)

5. The Band’s Favorite Fan:

The band’s favorite fan is 16-year-old Emily Thompson, from their hometown in Maine. Emily was diagnosed with leukemia during her early teens. Despite her physical limitations, she is an avid concert-goer and has attended every single show of Kindly Standing in her state.

She says, “Their music is my therapy, my companion through all the highs and lows. The lyrics of ‘Rains of Reverie’ feel like they were written just for me. It speaks of finding peace amidst storms, and that has become my mantra. Kindly Standing’s music is a beacon of hope and strength for me, and their kindness makes them my favorite band.”