Backstory:

‘Paltry Rate’ came to life in 2011 with a group of four high school friends from a small town in Montana, who shared the same passion for music and storytelling. The band comprises of lead vocalist and guitarist, Daniel ‘Blue’ Stevens, bassist and backup vocalist, Lenny ‘Stones’ Jacobs, drummer, Miles ‘Moose’ Johnson, and keyboardist, Tommy ‘Keys’ Peterson. The band name ‘Paltry Rate’ came from their humble beginnings, where they gigged at local bars and cafes for next to nothing. Despite the struggles, they kept their spirits high and continued to produce music that resonated with their listeners’ hearts. The band members are known for their captivating live performances and soulful lyrics that narrate tales of love, life, and the ordinary man’s struggles.

Genre:

Their music falls under the genres of Folk-Rock and Indie Pop.

Title:

One of their most popular songs is “Whiskey Lullaby.”

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
[C] Whiskey bottle on the [G] table,
[Am] Heartache dancing in the [Em] night,
[F] Lost in dreams, we’re [C] two lost souls,
[G] Trying hard to make it [C] right.

(Chorus)
[C] Singing our Whiskey [G] Lullaby,
[Am] Drowning the past in this [Em] night,
[F] With every drop, we [C] find our peace,
[G] Underneath the moon’s [C] pale light.

(Verse 2)
[C] Stories shared in [G] hushed whispers,
[Am] Tears disguised in the [Em] pouring rain,
[F] Holding on, we’re [C] two lost hearts,
[G] Trying hard to heal the [C] pain.

(Chorus)
[C] Singing our Whiskey [G] Lullaby,
[Am] Drowning our sorrows in this [Em] night,
[F] With every beat, we [C] find our way,
[G] Underneath the stars’ [C] soft light.

Favorite Fan’s Testimonial:

Named as Samantha ‘Sam’ Foster, she’s a small-town girl who has been following ‘Paltry Rate’ since their early days. “Paltry Rate has this unique ability to make you feel a little less alone in this world,” Sam says. “Their lyrics often mirror my emotions and experiences. And their music? It’s raw, honest, and soothing. It’s like therapy but without the hefty bill. ‘Whiskey Lullaby’ is my absolute favorite – it’s a song that’s seen me through the hardest times. The band’s humility, despite their growing fame, is another reason why they remain my favorite. They’ve never forgotten their roots, and that’s truly admirable.”