Backstory:

Runny Provision, an eccentric yet captivating band, was birthed in the eclectic heart of New Orleans in 2000. The founding members, drummer Joshua “Jazz” Johnson, bassist Lenny “Low-note” Stevens, keyboardist Sarah “Synth” Summers, and lead vocalist and guitarist, Carter “Crooner” Collins, all met at a local jazz bar and connected over their shared love for music, gumbo, and the hypnotic magic of their city. They quickly discovered that their unique musical backgrounds and influences could merge into something extraordinary and, thus, Runny Provision was formed.

In their early years, they performed on the bustling Bourbon Street and the quaint Frenchmen Street, drawing in crowds with their infectious energy and distinct sound. As their popularity grew, they began touring throughout the United States, leaving an indelible mark on the music scene. Despite their success, they never forgot their roots and continued to infuse the flavor of New Orleans into their music.

Genre:

Neo-Soul / Funk

Title:

“Bayou Blues”

Full Song Lyrics:

(Verse 1)
[G] Down in the bayou where the [Em] moonlight flows,
[C] I found my heart in a [D] Crescent City rose.
[G] Dancing on the river to the [Em] brass band tunes,
[C] Lost in the rhythm of the [D] bayou blues.

(Chorus)
[G] Oh, sweet lady [Em] New Orleans,
[C] You’re the heart, you’re the [D] soul, you’re the [G] queen.
[Em] Dancing in the streets, [C] beneath the voodoo moon,
[D] Got me singing this [G] bayou tune.

(Verse 2)
[G] Jazz notes floating on the [Em] Mississippi air,
[C] Love and magic everywhere [D] with a Creole flair.
[G] Red beans, rice, and a [Em] Zydeco groove,
[C] I’ve got nothing to [D] lose, only the bayou blues.

(Repeat Chorus)

Favorite Fan:

Name: Carrie “Bayou Belle” Simms

Testimonial:

“I’ve followed Runny Provision since their early days on Bourbon Street. Their music, a perfect blend of soul, funk, and a hint of jazz, is like a musical gumbo that warms my heart. ‘Bayou Blues’ is my all-time favorite. Carter’s soulful voice, combined with the mesmerizing rhythm and the lyrics that paint a vivid picture of our beloved city, is just magical. I feel a connection to their songs, like they’ve captured our collective spirit. Runny Provision is not just a band for me; they are the rhythm of New Orleans.”