While they never let their heroes from decades past drift too far out of the rearview, one thing’s for certain: the boys of Sleep Nation have their sights set on the future of rock ‘n’ roll. The project was conceived by lead vocalist Bran Merritt in 2010. Drummer Joey Lauretta responded to Merritt’s Facebook ad, the two clicked instantly, and the rest is history! Hailing from Music City, this alternative rock outfit has opened for national touring acts such as Adema and Sponge. Because they always give their all for their live shows, they’ve come to be known as the “Out of Control Rock ‘N’ Roll Duo.”
In 2014, the duo’s music video and single release for “I Want You Back” landed the band a spot on Nashville radio station 102.9 The Buzz’s “Local Buzz Top 25.” Sunset Island Music ranked Sleep Nation #2 among the Top 25 Unsigned Bands around the world. In 2015, the pair’s second official music video “Mr. Unlucky” was released in promotion of the film “Hair of the Dog,” directed by Michael Butts. They also wrote “I’m a Werewolf, But That’s Ok” for the movie’s soundtrack. In 2016, the band celebrated the release of their self-titled debut album.
The single “Slip” became the album’s second track to be named 102.9 The Buzz’s “Local Buzz Cut of the Week.” 2018 saw the arrival of singles “Scream & Shout” and “American Way” via Victory Music Buzz. Their last single release “SPACEman” featured Daisy Dead from the Dead Deads.
The duo has released another high-energy banger with “Get Out”, a powerful anthem for everyone who feels like they’ve got to get away from where they are right now, or for anyone who doesn’t feel like they fit in.
Rebellious guitar riffs and added vocal effects during the chorus elevate this track’s sonic quality. The heavily electronic vocal modulation on the bridge only serves to further diversify the variety on this track. It’s a real high-energy headbanger.
Along with the instrumentation, “Get Out” also conveys a strong message regarding stereotyped musicians, alongside a discussion about crime and how people try to get away from it. The song also possesses catchy lyrics to increment their rock n’ roll atmosphere. Sleep Nation also did an incredible job bringing the rock vibes by adding a fantastic guitar solo, with the drum as background, to finish the song on a high note. This is another hit for Sleep Nation.
For further information on the band, visit the following links:
- https://www.facebook.com/sleepnation/
- https://www.instagram.com/sleepnationtv/
- https://www.youtube.com/user/SleepNationBand
- Official website
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