Blues rock trio Canyon Lights release their newest single “Drivin’ Me” from their debut album ‘Breathe Easy’ out now. Drummer Tim Carman shares, “Although the lyrics came together quickly, the exact feel of the song took a while to reveal itself. While in the studio, with the help of co producer Dylan Brown, we settled on the driving snare drum/tambourine groove with a Beatle inspired guitar part. It quickly became one of our favorite tracks on the album.” Featuring slide guitarist Johnny Stachela, the track nods to the warm southern rock spirit of the 1970s while showcasing Canyon Lights’ blend of throwback rock n roll, swampy Americana and heavy blues.
Fronted by Pat Faherty and Carman, both formerly of the three time #1 Billboard blues band GA 20, Canyon Lights formed after years spent touring globally and sharing a deep love of 70s rock. In early 2024 the pair flew to Denver to record with Dylan Brown, sparking a new creative era built on personal songwriting and wide open inspiration. “The songs on this album are among the most personal we’ve ever written and recorded,” they share. “Spending 200 days a year on the road, struggling with separation and loss, the thrill and loneliness of living out of a suitcase… a lot of blood, sweat and tears went into this album.” To complete the lineup they added bassist Heather Gillis after an instant musical connection in Nashville, where the trio recorded a live version of their original song “Seventh Son”.