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Bywater Call release "Roll" single from upcoming album "Shepherd"

NEW SINGLE - "ROLL"
RELEASED FRIDAY 19TH APRIL 2024
STREAM SINGLE | WATCH MUSIC VIDEO

NEW ALBUM - "SHEPHERD"
RELEASED 9TH AUGUST 2024
PRE-ORDER "SHEPHERD" FROM 15TH MAY HERE


“It is rare to find such good songwriting and such strong arrangements in a style that is known for its jams coming to life approach … Bywater Call is the best of both worlds. With – and I cannot emphasize this enough – fantastic vocals.” – Kevy Metal

Canadian Roots, Rock, and Soul band Bywater Call are excited to release their second single of 2024, “Roll”, an uplifting and quirky retro-soul number. Stream the single HERE.

The single release accompanies the official announcement that the band will release their highly anticipated third studio album Shepherd on August 9th.

The album is available to pre-order from May 15th via www.bywatercall.com.

“Roll” was recorded and mixed by Bywater drummer Bruce McCarthy at his studio The BeatFarm in Toronto.  “This song, through the stories of three ordinary people, speaks to the curve balls thrown at us all in the game of life,” says Bywater Call’s singer, Meghan Parnell. “The lesson: you have to hold your head up and just keep moving forward.”

Featuring a signature bass line played by Mike Meusel and conceived by keyboard player John Kervin, who throws in his own tasteful organ lick, the original inspiration for “Roll” was an old James Carr R&B tune, “The Dark End of the Street.”  he song, however, quickly took on a life of its own. 

Throw in the classic soul of Otis Redding, the American rootsiness of the Wood Brothers, a little humour and quirk, mainly supplied by drummer Bruce McCarthy’s percussion, some twangy resonator and fiery slide guitar from Dave Barnes, sultry vocals from Meghan Parnell, and then top it all off with the unforgettable horn section of Julian Nalli (Sax) and Stephen Dyte (trumpet) and a gospel-inspired build that will have us all celebrating our resilience; out comes “Roll”.

The release of “Roll” follows the early March release of “Holler” which saw extensive A-list radio play on UK’s Planet Rock Radio, and the 2023 releases of singles “Sweet Maria” and “For All We Know”, which received rave reviews from UK, Europe, and North America. All three tunes will be included on the new album.


Photo Credit: © Erin Consentino

“Brilliant songs performed by amazing musicians who left every ounce of energy and sweat on the stage tonight.” – Jace Music Media

Set to be released August 9th, 2024, Shepherd features a captivating mix of 10 original songs, showcasing the bands continual exploration, experimentation, and reach beyond the boundaries of their genre, further developing their own unique voice. The new music shows their growth, while still paying tribute to their historical and contemporary influences.

Packed with ripping rock tunes, quirky off-beat numbers, and beautiful ballads, the upcoming album Shepherd is exuberant, rootsy, funky, joyful, and heartbreaking all at once. At its core, this album celebrates, and reflects the human experience with all its highs and lows: love, passion, regret, patience, resilience, reconciliation, anger, hardship.   This album will truly take the listener on a journey. 

Shepherd is the Bywater Call’s first fully self-produced and self-recorded album.

Julian Nalli - Sax (L), Mike Meusel – Bass (Top L), John Kervin – Keys (Top R), Stephen Dyte – Trumpet (R),
Dave Barnes - Guitar (Bottom L), Meghan Parnell – Lead Vocal (Centre), Bruce McCarthy – Drums (Bottom R).
Photo Credit: © Erin Consentino

Often transcending genres, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic, emotional live shows, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members. 

Bywater Call is currently UK Blues Award nominated for International Blues Artist of the year. They have toured extensively in Europe where shows have been praised by Dutch, German and UK media, with references to Meghan as one of the best female voices in blues and roots today.

The band has been busy. In 2023 alone, they played a total of 96 shows in 10 countries, 89 cities, 19 US states and 3 Canadian provinces, including Joe Bonamassa’s third Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean Cruise. 

In October 2024, they will headline their second UK tour. Dates and details at www.bywatercall.com

SHEPHERD – ALBUM TRACK LISTING

EVERYBODY KNOWS (3:53)
COLOURS (4:54)
SWEET MARIA (5:16)
HOLLER (3:57)
FOR ALL WE KNOW (4:05)
ROLL (4:33)
TURN IT AROUND (4:02)
NOW AND NEVER (4:02)
AS IF (3:45)
SIGN OF PEACE (5:07)

SONG BY SONG

EVERYBODY KNOWS:  Classic southern rock that incorporates stories of poor decisions, leading to compromising character. We all have to “sleep in the bed we’ve made.” Powerful female vocals, soulful backups, piano and ripping rock guitar are featured in this banger.

COLOURS: A powerful ballad of unrequited love.  A love for a person you’ve dedicated everything to, known everything about, and still, it isn’t enough.

SWEET MARIA: An uplifting New Orleans romp based on the proverb, “If you love them set them free”.  It is also a celebration of loving those around you for who they are.  Featuring a full-gospel breakdown and a driving keyboard solo.

HOLLER: A vivacious, delta blues-based stomper, embracing uninhibited passion. Starting with haunting resonator and a low-fi serenade, it builds to a climactic, infectious blend of catchy melodies, pulsating beats, and powerful, soaring vocals.

FOR ALL WE KNOW: A rootsy hymn of redemption and self-recognition. This beautiful tune teaches that the tools you need to thrive are within.

ROLL: An uplifting and quirky retro-soul number about rolling with life’s challenges and forging ahead. 

TURN IT AROUND: An energetic, eclectic, roots soul song about taming one’s wild side to hold onto true love.

NOW AND NEVER:  A fun take on dysfunctional romantic relationships … those ones where you just keep running in circles and seem to exist “Always, Now and Never” all at the same time.  Featuring some top-notch horn moments.

AS IF: A strong funk n’ soul inspired number featuring the talents of Bruce McCarthy on drums and Mike Meusel on bass.

SIGN OF PEACE: Full on tribute to the band’s New Orleans influences. This one is a brass band, second line shout out to lend a hand to all those in need, and to call out for help when you need it.

Photo Credit: © Erin Consentino

ALBUM CREDITS

Bywater Call:
Meghan Parnell – Lead Vocals
Dave Barnes – Guitars
Stephen Dyte – Trumpet and Valve Trombone
John Kervin – Keyboards, Background Vocals
Bruce McCarthy – Drums and Percussion
Mike Meusel – Bass Guitar, Background Vocals
Julian Nalli – Saxophones

Produced by: Bywater Call
Recorded and engineered by: Bruce McCarthy (The BeatFarm)
Additional recording & engineering (“For All We Know”, “Sweet Maria”) by: Kevin Howley (The Barn, PEC)
Additional keyboard/piano gear and studio space and capture by: Joel Visentin and Alan Zemaitis
Mixed by: Bruce McCarthy (The BeatFarm)
Mastered by: Kristian Montano (Montano Mastering)

Additional background vocals performed by:
Stacie Tabb (“Colours”, “Everybody Knows”, “Now and Never”, “Sign of Peace”)
Claire Davis and Joanna Mohammed (Aphrose) (“For All We Know”, “Sweet Maria”)

Trombone on “Sign of Peace” performed by: Christian Overton
Tuba on “Sign of Peace” performed by: N. Jay Burr

Cover illustration: Randy Nyhof
Graphic design: Graeme Maitland and Jordynn Mackenzie
Photos: Erin Cosentino

All songs written by Bywater Call
Joe Ernewein, co-write on “Sign of Peace”

www.bywatercall.com

© 2024 Bywater Call Records

OCTOBER 2024 UK TOUR

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