
We were beyond privileged to check out Rutherford Royal and his absolutely amazing new EP “Bleak”
Nashville based Americana meets rock singer/songwriter Rutherford Royal new EP “Bleak” profiles a series of misunderstandings about love .
You can listen to “Bleak” on Spotify Here and on Apple Music Here
“Each track presents as a cameo which is an attempt at describing times when I have felt lost in the liminal spaces of bachelorhood or failing relationships. Though the lyrics take plenty of artistic liberties, the songs themselves are true experiences which serve as a record of my personal struggle to connect,” confides Rutherford Royal.

Every song on “Bleak” is a well crafted musical composition that showcases Rutherford Royal’s honest and authentic songwriting style . He writes Southern Gothic cameos which he weaves into often dark, Indie Americana. After writing and curating the works for an album he records and mixes the music for Rutherford Royal (as well as other artists) in his remote cabin studio overlooking a hidden waterfall in southern Tennessee.
We love the groove on “Let Me In “ The chorus is catchy and memorable. The vocal on “Let Me In “ is flawless .
The mysterious and somber groove on “Bleak “ fits perfectly with the haunting vocals convey the message of the song perfectly.
The very soulful “Lords and Ladies “ is Rutherford Royal at his absolute best . This song is an absolute gem.
“Keep It Between Us “ , “Summer Heat” and “Back Burner” are all magnificent songs that we have happily been keeping on repeat.
“Bleak” is a must listen for any music lover. Seeing how good the EP is we couldn’t help but wonder how amazing all these songs must sound live .
