Down in the heart of Austin, where the heat’s thick and the music even thicker, a force of sonic rebellion is stirring. Nether Hour, the band that’s been turning dive bars into temples of groove, is releasing their newest single, “Long As I Ain’t Alone”, today, Thursday, October 31st, 2024. If you’ve been tuned into the Austin scene, you’ve likely heard their name buzzing through the local airwaves, and maybe even Joe Rogan’s praise: “These guys are great. They’re legit and putting in the work to make some really good music. I think people should check them out.”
“Long As I Ain’t Alone” leans into a slower, twangy vibe, taking you on a rootsy journey without straying from the gritty, soulful essence that defines Nether Hour. It’s a song built for those nights when the only thing that matters is sharing the quiet darkness with someone, anyone. Bassist Bercy says it best: “It’s about those nights when you don’t want to fall asleep alone, so you make sure someone is lying next to you, regardless of who that is.” Lead guitarist Bishop adds, “We wrapped the guitars around each other in this intricate way, pushing and pulling throughout the track, aiming to evoke warmth and comfort.” And Bobby? His vocals deliver those sharp, heartfelt lines, giving “Long As I Ain’t Alone” its ‘simple but effective’ soul.
Nether Hour has been pushing boundaries and taking risks ever since their wild cosmic collision at SXSW in 2018, and this track only furthers their legend. This trio, known for swapping instruments like outlaws exchanging shots in a backroad bar, brings a reckless energy to their live performances, blending Louisiana swamp grooves, Texas rock, and a whole lot of funk into a genre-bending experience. Their latest album SUNSHINE, which dropped back in June, continues to make waves, but today’s single sets a different tone — a laid-back, reflective one.
Nether Hour is gearing up for a massive push beyond Austin, taking their sound across state lines and into the Southeast and beyond. So, if you haven’t caught a show yet, you might want to keep an eye out because these guys are shaking things up wherever they go.
Listen to “Long As I Ain’t Alone” right here on Grateful Web and dive into Nether Hour’s soulful, bluesy world of unapologetic musical revival. This is just the beginning.
