Catalyst

In Between The In-Between

put a little time aside

Folk & Anchor is a collection of contemporary cover-songs done in a uniquely folk-y that have been meaningful to us over the years. As sisters, as a Southern folk band, as lovers of the story-telling songs, neo-soul, banjo, Beyonce, Hozier, Bob Dylan and beyond, we are eclectic music lovers. Our taste spans from the Hip-hop of our urban up-bringing in ATL to the deep roots of the American South. We grew up immersed in a musical family, and our songwriting and performance has been deeply influenced by so many Americana genres over the years. We wanted to create a body of work where all those influences could be showcased under one roof. So here we have it, a collection of songs; from "I Shall Be Released," by Bob Dylan that feels as timeless and important now as ever, to a string band rendition of Beyonce's new "Texas Hold'em,'" which feels like such an important moment in redefining the south, the banjo, and the wide diversity of its legacy. Each song has been carefully selected from a long list of favorites because they each tell a story in and of themselves. But more than that, they tell a story together, and that story weaves the listener into the sonic tapestries of the roots of the RisingAppalachia.

I Shall Be Released

Texas Hold 'Em

I Need A Forest Fire

The Bones

Can I Sleep In Your Arms

The Night We Met

Kuya Sessions: Akasha Remixes

Eternal Horizons (Tahüm Remix)

Beheld

It's Okay

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Presence (feat. Sun Yoga)

Sisters Leah and Chloe Smith founded Rising Appalachia on their back porch in Georgia, playing simple fiddle and banjo melodies and leaning into their families rich musical traditions. It has since become a globally recognized Americana and world folk ensemble, celebrating a unique blend of Southern-rooted music, storytelling, and community. The band features David Brown (bass, guitar), Duncan Wickel (fiddle, cello), and Biko Casini (percussion), and infuses music with a unique tapestry of Appalachian, Irish and traditional influence but stays connected to simple songwriting. Rising Appalachia has captivated audiences for nearly 2 decades, from busking in New Orleans to touring Europe, and has been featured at prestigious venues like Red Rocks, Telluride Bluegrass Festival and Woodford Folk Fest. Their performances at NPR's Tiny Desk and Preservation Jazz Hall have solidified their status in the folk music scene. Breaking industry norms, the band's approach to music is as much an artistic statement as it is a movement, culminating in their newest album, 'Folk and Anchor' a carefully curated collection of cover songs. This project includes remakes from Bob Dylan to James Blake, Erykah Badu to Beyonce and showcases their eclectic style, inviting listeners into a rich musical journey.

Texas Hold 'Em

Rising Appalachia

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