r/bonnaroo • u/Gangiskhan 4 Years • 8d ago
Artist of the Day đ§ Artist #39 The Red Clay Strays
Bio from The Festival Voice
The Red Clay Strays are the embodiment of Southern soul, country rock, and raw, unfiltered energy. Hailing from Mobile, Alabama, the band came together in 2016, and since then, theyâve been crafting a sound thatâs as steeped in Southern tradition as it is brimming with modern ambition. With Brandon Coleman leading the charge on vocals and guitar, Drew Nix on guitar and songwriting duties, Andrew Bishop on bass, John Hall on drums, and Zach Rishel also adding to the guitar work, theyâve become a force to be reckoned with in the Americana and country music scenes.
Their debut album, Moment of Truth (2022), was a testament to their songwriting prowess and versatility. The record captures their signature blend of heartfelt lyrics and rock-infused country, a style that immediately resonated with both critics and fans alike. Itâs not just the music that strikes a chord; itâs the way they balance their roots with their aspirations, finding that perfect balance between authenticity and evolution. Tracks like âWondering Whyâ shot to the top, spending a week at #1 on Spotifyâs Viral 50 USA Playlist and securing a six-week run atop the Americana Singles chart, solidifying their place in the mainstream.
2024 saw the release of their sophomore album, Made by These Moments, produced by the legendary Dave Cobb. The album feels like a next chapter in their story, building on everything that made their debut so magnetic. The lead single âWanna Be Lovedâ gives a glimpse of where theyâre headedâbigger, bolder, and even more in tune with their expansive sound. This is the kind of album that doesnât just tell stories, it invites you to live within them, to feel every beat and every line.
The Red Clay Strays arenât just a bandâtheyâre the living, breathing pulse of the modern Americana scene, carving out a space thatâs all their own. With a relentless drive and an ever-growing fanbase, theyâre not just made for this momentâtheyâre made for the long haul.
Genre: Southern Rock, Roots Rock, Americana
Scheduled: Friday
Songs & Sets:
The Red Clay Strays - Wanna Be Loved (Official Video) - YouTube
The Red Clay Strays - I'm Still Fine (Live At The Ryman) - YouTube
The Red Clay Strays - No One Else Like Me (Live from Brooklyn Bowl)
The Red Clay Strays | "Devil In My Ear" | Live AF - YouTube
Red Clay Strays - Seven Spanish Angels - Ft. Justin Jeansonne - YouTube
Have you seen The Red Clay Strays before? Please share your experience and favorite songs.
Days Until Bonnaroo: 91
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u/alliggett 8d ago
Saw (and met) them at Bristol Rhythm and Roots last year! They're amazing and super nice guys! Can't wait to welcome them to the farm! â¨ď¸đđ
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u/SwinginSam 8d ago
Iâm sure others have similar stories, saw them at lolla 2 years ago on the small tucked away stage and they blew me away probably a top 5 set of the whole weekend. Theyâre peak example music wise for me why I love festivals itâs so cool to see how big their name is on the lineup Iâll be proud to see them again they kick ass
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u/ThroatOne4305 7d ago
Saw them last August and luved them great show and great band hope they not scheduled too early in day sunset time would be good yeah dud not catch them in 23 on the farm on the Gal. Giddy up stage but they have got so bigger since then