Indie-folk trio Oliver Hazard is set to release their much-anticipated EP, Raindrop River, on December 6th. This latest collection of six tracks is a tribute to earnest, heartfelt music, celebrating the magic of raw harmonies and the simplicity of songs that resonate deeply with listeners. Alongside the release announcement, the band unveils their newest single, “The Morning.” Pre-save Raindrop River and stream “The Morning” via the links provided.
In creating Raindrop River, frontman Mike Belazis shares, “We wanted to take what we did with our first album, how raw and live it was, and merge it with our last album, where everything was simple and clean.” Belazis notes that “The Morning” explores life’s rhythm, capturing the challenges of timing and the delicate nature of relationships. “Tomorrow could bring change,” he explains, “urging us not to assume it will mirror today.”
“The Morning” follows previously released singles “Haunted,” “Honey, I’m Hardly,” and “Wild Eyed Blue,” each capturing a unique emotional moment. “Haunted” is a poignant tribute to the absence of a loved one, while “Honey, I’m Hardly” offers a nostalgic look back, and “Wild Eyed Blue” celebrates the excitement of new possibilities.
For more information and the latest updates on the upcoming Raindrop River EP, connect with Oliver Hazard on social media.
Raindrop River EP Tracklist:
Blood Moon
Haunted
Wild Eyed Blue
Honey, I’m Hardly
Raindrop River
The Morning
Oliver Hazard Live Tour Dates:
Currently on the road, Oliver Hazard has shared stages with artists like Trampled By Turtles and the 502s, with festival appearances at Newport Folk Festival and their own Oliver Hazard Day. They will close out their U.S. headline tour in support of Raindrop River with dates extending through early December.
Upcoming Headline Tour Dates:
- Oct 15 – Ann Arbor, MI – The Ark
- Oct 16 – Toronto, ON – Horseshoe Tavern
- Oct 17 – Syracuse, NY – Funk ‘n Waffles
- Oct 18 – Concord, NH – Sound and Color Festival*
- Oct 19 – Hamden, CT – Space Ballroom
- Oct 20 – Cambridge, MA – The Sinclair
- Oct 22 – Philadelphia, PA – World Cafe Live
- Oct 23 – Brooklyn, NY – Music Hall of Williamsburg
- Oct 24 – Washington, DC – Union Stage
- Oct 26 – Lexington, KY – The Burl
- Dec 6 – Chicago, IL – Lincoln Hall
- Dec 7 – Grand Rapids, MI – Elevation at The Intersection
- *Festival date
About Oliver Hazard: Oliver Hazard – Mike Belazis (guitar, vocals), Devin East (guitar), and Nate Miner (keys) – burst onto the indie-folk scene with a DIY approach, touring the country with their “Living Room Tour,” where fans hosted intimate shows in their homes. Today, Oliver Hazard has expanded their following through heartfelt performances, including headlining their own national tours and hosting their annual Oliver Hazard Day festival in their hometown of Waterville, Ohio. With nearly 850,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, the trio continues to share their unique blend of indie-folk charm.
