Backstory:
Pleasing River is a unique ensemble that came together in the picturesque city of Asheville, North Carolina. Band members Jared Miller (lead vocals, guitar), Samantha White (bass, backing vocals), and twin brothers Evan and Ethan Thompson (drums and keyboards respectively), all shared a mutual appreciation for the city’s majestic rivers and mountain landscapes. Inspired by their surroundings, they decided to form a band that would evoke the calming and gentle flow of a river, hence the name, Pleasing River.
Their journey began in a local coffee shop where they would perform for the usual patrons. However, their distinct sound and impeccable harmonies soon caught the attention of a local producer who offered them their first record deal. Despite facing their share of challenges and obstacles, Pleasing River has remained resilient, continuing to create music that resonates with their audience.
Genre:
Indie Folk
Song Title:
“Whispers in the Current”
Full song lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[G] Down the [Am] river, where the [C] willows weep,
[D] I find [G] solace as the [Am] water’s deep,
[C] Floating [D] whispers, [G] secrets it does [Am] keep,
[D] Echoing the [G] promises that [Am] we did speak.
(Chorus)
[G] Oh, the [C] river, it sings [D] a soft serenade,
[G] A [C] melody of [D] love that’ll never fade,
[G] In its [C] gentle flow, we find [D] our hearts are laid,
[G] In the [C] tender whispers of the [D] river’s cascade.
(Verse 2)
[G] As the [Am] sun sets, casting [C] hues of gold,
[D] We find [G] stories that the [Am] river has told,
[C] It’s a [D] symphony, [G] timeless and bold,
[D] In its [G] rhythm, we [Am] find truth unfold.
(Repeat Chorus)
(Bridge)
[G] Let us [C] listen to the [D] river’s sweet refrain,
[G] Find [C] peace in its [D] pleasure, solace in its pain,
[G] For in [C] every ripple, [D] in every rain,
[G] Lies the [C] whispers of the [D] river, calling our names.
(Repeat Chorus)
Favorite Fan:
Their biggest fan is a young woman named Lyla Johnson, who works at the local coffee shop where Pleasing River had their humble beginnings. For Lyla, Pleasing River is more than just a band – it’s a soundtrack to her life in the tranquil city of Asheville. In her testimonial, she remarks: “The beauty of Pleasing River’s music is that it’s like a gentle flow, a soothing constant amidst the hustle and bustle of life. With every song, I am transported to a place of tranquility, and it’s a journey I am grateful for.”