Backstory:

Unruly Tradition is a band that was formed in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee in 2012. The band consists of four members – lead vocalist Eric Johnson, guitarist Steve Thompson, bassist Mike Williams, and drummer Alex Turner. All four members were childhood friends who, despite their different tastes in music, found common ground in their shared love for music and storytelling. They started playing together in high school, performing at local bars and small venues, attracting a loyal fan base with their unique brand of music.

Known for their rebellious spirit, they set out to challenge the norms of the music industry, refusing to be pigeonholed into any specific genre. Thus, the name ‘Unruly Tradition’ was born. Their music is a melting pot of various influences, ranging from bluegrass and country to rock and blues. Each member brings their own unique contribution to the band, resulting in a distinctive and eclectic sound that sets them apart.

Genre:

Contemporary Country Rock

Title:

“Whiskey for the Soul”

Full song lyrics:

(Verse 1)
(Am) Here’s to the wild, (G) to the free,
(D) to the ones who refuse to be what they’re told to be
(Am) Raise your glass high, (G) let it show,
(D) This one’s for the road, where it goes, nobody knows

(Chorus)
(F) Pour out the whiskey, (C) set the world on fire
(G) Here’s to the rebels, (Am) the fighters and the liars
(F) Let’s make a toast, (C) to the stories untold,
(G) With a shot of whiskey, (Am) for the soul

(Verse 2)
(Am) Here’s to the nights, (G) to the dawn,
(D) to the ones who keep pushing on when all hope is gone
(Am) Raise your glass high, (G) let it show,
(D) This one’s for the dreams, may they grow, where they go, we don’t know

(Chorus)
(F) Pour out the whiskey, (C) set the world on fire
(G) Here’s to the wanderers, (Am) the dreamers and the survivors
(F) Let’s make a toast, (C) to the truths untold,
(G) With a shot of whiskey, (Am) for the soul

Fan Testimonial:

Name: Emily Richards

“I first heard Unruly Tradition at a small local bar in downtown Nashville. Their music spoke to me in a way that no other band had before. The raw emotion in Eric’s voice, the soulful rhythms from Steve’s guitar, the deep undertones from Mike’s bass, and the steady heartbeat from Alex’s drums – it was a symphony of love, life, hope, and rebellion. The song ‘Whiskey for the Soul’ became my anthem, a source of strength during tough times. Unruly Tradition isn’t just my favourite band – it’s a part of my life, a part of who I am.”