Lucy Isabel w/ Southern Call
City Winery Nashville Presents Lucy Isabel w/ Southern Call on October 6th at 7:00pm.
LUCY ISABEL
A great deal has transpired in recent years and Lucy Isabel captures the essence of change in her profoundly touching new album, All The Light.
There are the obvious factors: a global pandemic, political turmoil, wide-reaching tragedy. And on a personal level, Isabel has navigated five years of marriage, entry into motherhood, and the unexpected loss of her father. What results is a compelling and vulnerable sonic snapshot into Isabel’s life.
Following her 2019 debut album, Rambling Stranger, Isabel felt both limitless and lost. “I felt like people were aware of and interested in my career in a way they hadn’t been previously and I froze.” Unsure of what else to do, she turned to her usual outlet and began touring extensively. Isabel embarked on an ambitious “31 Shows in 31 Days” tour in October 2019 and she found her footing along the way. Her confidence was short-lived, however, when the COVID-19 pandemic arrived and left everyone in fearful uncertainty.
Not one to waste time, Isabel took the opportunity to grow her family, giving birth to her first child in April 2021. “I always expected that I would just continue touring but I was suddenly presented with this opportunity to be home and relax throughout my first pregnancy. We decided to take advantage of that and I couldn’t be more grateful that we did. It was a silver lining in a difficult time.”
All The Light leans more toward the folk side of Isabel’s folk/Americana identity, still making use of a live band feel while also incorporating a great deal of acoustic instrumentation. The songs are both introspective and relatable, paying due respect to the fears that form us and the freedom of letting them go.
On All The Light, Isabel reunites with Rambling Stranger producer, Jared Anderson, and the result is a stunning reflection of the growth of a professional friendship. “When Jared and I worked on Rambling Stranger, we were both in our mid 20s and now on this project we’re in our early 30s. A lot has changed. It’s a special thing to return to a producer-artist dynamic at this point in our lives. Making a record requires vulnerability and understanding and a lot of time; I think that’s reflected in the way these songs have turned out.”
SOUTHERN CALL
Hailing from San Diego, California and North Carolina, Southern Call is an Americana and country duo that brings together the sounds of the desert and red dirt vibes. Their musical journey began when they both moved to Nashville in 2015 to pursue their dreams and they formed their duo in 2017. Since then, Southern Call has been captivating audiences with their unique blend of rootsy instrumentation, soaring harmonies and heartfelt songwriting.
Cierra Louise Trainor and Sean Trainor, the two halves of Southern Call, have been making music together for years. They share a deep love of traditional country, rock and folk music and they have honed their craft through countless gigs, performances and collaborations. When they moved to Nashville, they quickly found a home in the vibrant music scene, and they began building their reputation as a duo to watch.
One of the keys to Southern Call's success has been their commitment to their music. They've built a whole studio at their house, allowing them to record their music on their own terms. This has given them the freedom to experiment with different sounds and styles and it's helped them develop a unique voice in the world of Americana and country music.
Southern Call has also had placements in film and TV, which has helped them build a following beyond the country music scene. Their music has been featured in a variety of projects including commercials, documentaries and indie films. Whether on stage or in the studio, Southern Call is a duo that is dedicated to their craft and passionate about their music.
Southern Call recently released their debut album, Pioneertown, in August of 2023. The album is a stunning showcase of the duo's talents, with a mix of meaningful ballads, upbeat anthems and everything in between. With their signature desert and red dirt vibe, Southern Call’s goal is to leave a lasting impression on listeners.
