Harpeth Rising returns to Long Grove with new album
Harpeth Rising fuses folk, newgrass, rock and classical into something organically unique.
Hallmarks of their music include expansive, three-part harmonies, consummate musicianship and a deft, yet soulful, lyrical perspective.
"Against All Tides," Harpeth Rising's sophomore album as a trio, is proof that authenticity and complexity can live in harmony. The songs, crafted lyrically by Jordana Greenberg and arranged by all three members of the trio - Maria Di Meglio, Michelle Younger and Greenberg - do not intend to distract from the social and political atmosphere.
They are the vehicle by which the band has chosen to add their voices to the ongoing fight for understanding and respect.
Two sets of lyrics - tracks six and seven - come from David Greenberg, Jordana's father, who has contributed work to every album the band has recorded, and who continues to be a source of inspiration.
Track eight is a cover of a Joan Baez song, - an indictment of the prison system and immigration laws. Altogether, they present a picture of determined optimism: Things are not as they should be, but we will push back, against all tides.
Their previous release, "SHIFTED," debuted at number one on the Folk-DJ charts, and gained them international exposure, leading to headlining slots at festivals including Kerrville Folk Festival (Texas), The National Folk Festival (Australia), Brevard Music Festival (North Carolina), Musicport Festival (England), and Costa Del Folk (Portugal).
Harpeth Rising is on tour promoting their new album and will perform at the Long Grove Arts Music Concert Summer Concert Series at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug, 13, at Towner Green, 132 Old McHenry Road/Towner Green, Long Grove.
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