Backstory:
Small Rail hails from the quaint, sleepy town of Lexington, North Carolina. Born in 2010, the band consists of four childhood friends – Jake Romero (lead vocals, guitar), Samuel Tucker (bass, backing vocals), Oliver Strauss (drums), and Ethan Hayes (keyboard, backing vocals). They grew up together, sharing a profound love for music and a dream of making it big. United by their shared passion, they formed Small Rail in their high school’s music room. Their journey has seen them go from playing at small town gigs to performing at major music festivals nationwide. Their rise to fame has been a testament to their hard work and dedication, their bond as friends, and their undeniable talent.
Genre:
Alternative Rock
Title:
“Midnight Rails”
Lyrics:
(Verse 1)
[C] Staring out at the [G] midnight sky,
[D] Wondering where the [Em] time did fly,
[C] Lost in thoughts and [G] old dreams,
[D] On this silent [Em] night it seems.
(Chorus)
[G] Riding on the midnight rails,
[D] Leaving behind our old tales,
[Em] Moving forward, no looking back,
[C] On this endless, timeless track.
(Verse 2)
[C] Whispered words and [G] unspoken fears,
[D] Laughter echoed through [Em] the years,
[C] Memories etched in [G] our hearts,
[D] And from them, we [Em] can’t part.
(Chorus)
[G] Riding on the midnight rails,
[D] Letting the wind fill our sails,
[Em] Bound by stories, tied by the past,
[C] This friendship, destined to last.
(End)
[G] On these midnight rails we ride,
[D] With dreams and hopes at our side,
[Em] We are Small Rail, we stand tall,
[C] Through it all, through it all.
Favorite Fan:
Small Rail’s favorite fan is a woman named Bridget Harper. An English teacher from their hometown, Bridget has attended every one of their performances since their high school days. She’s not just a fan, but also an inspiration. Her belief in their talent has been a driving force behind their success. Bridget says, “Small Rail is my favorite band because their music is not just about melody and rhythm. It’s about friendship, courage, and the journey of life. Their lyrics have depth, their music touches the soul. They’re the voice of our generation.”