Heart of Pine, the exciting band from Athens, GA, is back with a new single, “Voodoo Leg Bone,” from their upcoming album, “Southern Soul Revival.” This band captures the spirit of classic Southern rock bands like The Band, the Allman Brothers, and the Black Crowes, while still carving out their unique space in today’s music scene.
“Voodoo Leg Bone” feels like it could be a long-lost gem from any of these legendary bands. The song has a familiar, yet fresh, sound that showcases the band’s musical roots. The entire album, “Southern Soul Revival,” promises to be filled with tracks that echo this vibe, creating a cohesive and nostalgic listening experience.
At the heart of Heart of Pine’s sound is the powerful voice of Steven Bagwell. His vocal delivery on “Voodoo Leg Bone” is both effortless and compelling, perfectly suited to the band’s style. Bagwell’s voice, rich and full of emotion, stands out in every performance. His and Travis Richardson’s songwriting skills complement each other beautifully, crafting songs that resonate deeply with listeners.
The instrumentation on “Voodoo Leg Bone” is top-notch. The guitar riffs are memorable, the bassline is solid, and the solos are nothing short of amazing. Each element of the instrumentation is enjoyable and adds depth to the track. The production and mixing are excellent, allowing each instrument to shine and creating a polished final product.
Heart of Pine’s “Voodoo Leg Bone” is a promising preview of what’s to come on “Southern Soul Revival.” With its compelling vocals, impressive instrumentation, and nostalgic yet fresh sound, this single is sure to excite both longtime fans and new listeners alike. Keep an eye out for this band as they continue to make waves in the music world with their unique rock sound.
ABOUT THE BAND:
Hailing from the music-rich city of Athens, GA, Heart of Pine was formed in 2015 by Steven Bagwell and Travis Richardson following a series of highly productive songwriting sessions. Heart of Pine’s self-described “Southedelic” sound is inspired by a culmination of influences spanning classic rock, blues, country, jam, Americana, and funk genres. Listeners will most certainly hear the impact that artists like The Allman Brothers Band, The Black Crowes, Waylon Jennings, The Band, Grateful Dead, Little Feat and Lynyrd Skynyrd have had on the members of the band. Heart of Pine has shared the stage with artists such as the Turnpike Troubadours, Brent Cobb, Drivin N Cryin, 49 Winchester, Red Clay Strays, and Corey Smith.
In 2019, Heart of Pine released their debut album Highly Flammable. This seminal release included the soon-to-be fan favorites Evangeline, Four Feet Deep, and Gypsy Queen, among others. Highly Flammable showcases Steven Bagwell’s powerful voice and effortless vocal delivery, while the complimentary songsmithing of Steven and Travis Richardson stands out as being unique, yet also comfortably familiar. Eager to capitalize on the overwhelmingly positive reception to Highly Flammable, the band went back into the studio and recorded the EP titled Southedelic in 2020. The songs I Ain’t, High Time, and The Other One illuminated a band that had clearly found their sound, which rests comfortably in the realms of Southern psychedelia and back porch storytelling.
In recent years, Heart of Pine has expanded the lineup to include keyboard extraordinaire Jesse Fountain, multi-instrumentalist Boone Hood on bass, and longtime Athens, GA musician Todd Headley on drums. This current configuration has really ignited the band and spurred on the further development of the Southedelic sound fans have come to know and love. In 2024, Heart of Pine is set to release their second full-length studio! Heart of Pine isn’t afraid to take chances musically and they are constantly striving to broaden their sound, while staying rooted in engaging, honest and heartfelt songwriting. We hope our sound finds you and that we can connect at a live show in the near future! Our fans mean everything to us, so please be sure to come say hello or reach out on social media if you have a place in mind that we should play.
