1. Backstory:
Rowdy Wound emerged from the heartland of Nashville, Tennessee, in 2010. Four childhood friends, Nolan “Noisy” Carter (lead vocals/guitar), Jake “Raging” Rogers (drums), Liam “Loud” Lewis (bass), and Max “Mad” Mitchell (lead guitar), all shared a profound passion for music and an undying itch for creating a unique sound. The band’s name, Rowdy Wound, was inspired by a phrase Noisy’s grandfather, a WWII veteran, would use to describe his old war injury – a symbol of surviving tough times and emerging stronger.
The band’s early days comprised of countless practice sessions in Noisy’s basement and energetic performances at local bars and high school functions. Their unique blend of music quickly caught the attention of local radio stations, eventually leading to a record deal in 2013. Since then, they’ve toured all over the U.S., sharing their music and high-spirited energy with adoring fans.
2. Music Genre:
Rowdy Wound’s sound is a fusion of gritty country rock and blues, with a touch of soulful Americana.
3. Song Title:
“Shotgun Heartbeat”
4. Full Song Lyrics with Chord Progression:
(Verse 1)
[G]Down in the valley, where the [C]wild river flows,
[D]Lived a sweet girl, with [G]wildflower bows.
[G]Her eyes were fire, her smile was [C]sudden heat,
[D]Underneath the moonlight, our [G]souls did meet.
(Chorus)
[C] Shotgun heartbeat, a [G]wild open ride,
[D] Love’s a fierce battle, with [G]nowhere to hide.
[C] Running through the night, with [G]no end in sight,
[D] With you by my side, I’ll [G]fight the good fight.
(Verse 2)
[G]We stole kisses, under [C]an old oak tree,
[D]With the rustling leaves, our [G]only decree.
[G]Her laugh was summer, her touch was [C]sweet wine,
[D]In this crazy world, she’s [G]my lifeline.
(Chorus)
[C] Shotgun heartbeat, a [G]wind-swept thrill,
[D] With you, darling, time [G]stands still.
[C] We’ve got this journey, [G]no one can chart,
[D] With you, darling, it’s a [G]shotgun heartbeat start.
5. The band’s favorite fan’s name and why and how this band is their favorite as a testimonial:
Rowdy Wound’s favorite fan is a woman named Molly Thompson. Molly has been with the band since their inception and hasn’t missed a single concert within reasonable traveling distance. She’s not only an avid fan but also a moderator for their online fan community.
Here’s what Molly has to say: “Rowdy Wound isn’t just a band to me; they’re my family. Their music speaks to my soul, their lyrics tell my story, and their energy lifts me up, no matter how hard the day has been. Every song feels like they’ve ripped a page out of my life’s book and set it to music. From the melodic resonance of ‘Shotgun Heartbeat’ to the gritty undertones of their other hits, Rowdy Wound has a way of making you feel seen and heard. They’re not just my favorite band; they’re my lifeline.”