The River Drivers
The River Drivers

The River Drivers

USACountry, Americana/Alt Country
41 monthly listeners
  • 93 followers
  • 114 subscribers
  • 378 followers
  • 8 followers
  • 27 followers

The River Drivers's Top Spotify Songs

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Artist Name
Come Out Ye Black and Tans
10 streams
2
Artist Name
Isn't It Grand Boys (Look at the Coffin)
3 streams
3
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Tell God and the Devil
3 streams
4
Artist Name
Whiskey in the Jar
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5
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Crooked Jack
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10
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Come Out Ye Black and Tans

The River Drivers
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Isn't It Grand Boys (Look at the Coffin)

The River Drivers
3
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Whiskey in the Jar

The River Drivers
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Crooked Jack

The River Drivers
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Erin Go Bragh

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Cumann na mBan

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Union Man

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Manchester Rambler

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Blair Mountain

The River Drivers

The River Drivers's YouTube Videos

4K
Views

Blair Mountain - River Drivers

The River Drivers

Blair Mountain - River Drivers
Youtube
4K views
Jan 31, 2015
1.8K
Views

Cumann na mban -- The River Drivers

The River Drivers

Cumann na mban -- The River Drivers
Youtube
1.8K views
Apr 21, 2016
1.6K
Views

Whiskey in the Jar - The River Drivers

The River Drivers

Whiskey in the Jar - The River Drivers
Youtube
1.6K views
Dec 30, 2013

Events5 Events

Aug
18-21
Philadelphia Folk Festival
United States
USA
, HarleysvilleN/A N/A
Past
Aug
06-15
Musikfest
United States
USA
, BethlehemN/A N/A
Past
Aug
13-16
Philadelphia Folk Festival
United States
USA
, SchwenksvilleN/A N/A
Past
Aug
15-18
Philadelphia Folk Festival
United States
USA
, SchwenksvilleN/A N/A
Past
Aug
03-12
Musikfest
United States
USA
, BethlehemN/A N/A
Past

The River Drivers's Past Events5 Events

  • Philadelphia Folk Festival festival

    The War and Treaty, Watchhouse, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Arrested Development, Sarah Jarosz, Bettye LaVette, Aoife O'Donovan, Hiss Golden Messenger, Punch Brothers, Trousdale, Tom Rush, Talisk, Abigail Lapell, Nora Brown, Raye Zaragoza, Dom Flemons, Susan O'Neill, Dustbowl Revival, Catherine Britt, Livingston Taylor, Davina and the vagabonds, Mama's Broke, Runa, Addison Agen, Mo Kenney, twisted pine, Screaming Orphans, Heather Maloney, Los Texmaniacs, Crys Matthews, Frigg, Stephanie Coleman, J & The Causeways, BettySoo, The Black Feathers, Christine Lavin, Cat Ridgeway, Carla Ulbrich, Sarah King, Jim Kweskin, Happy Traum, Erin Fox, Sug Daniels, Brittany Ann Tranbaugh, Mireya Ramos, Jessica Pearson and the East Wind, Matt Nakoa, Jackson Pines, Mike McKenna Jr, Emerald Rae, Mari Black, Emily Drinker, Bunny Barnes, Ants on a Log, Laura Lizcano, The Honey Badgers, Avi Wisnia, Andrea Nardello, John Flynn, Billy Keane, Driftwood Soldier, The Lee Boys, Chelsea Reed, The Naked Sun, Gathering Time, Jefferson Berry & the UAC, Lisa Jeanette, Polish American String Band, Ami Yares, Originaire, The Cheddar Boys, Turtle Ridge, The River Drivers, Maggie Mae, Mara Levine, Paul Saint John and the Nighthawks, Bethlehem and Sad Patrick, Steve Pullara And His Cool Beans Band, Todd Chappelle, Aaron Nathans, Kicking Down Doors, Sarah Murdoch, Scott Wolfson and Other Heroes, Rare Spirits, The Hoppin' Boxcars, Last Chance, The Bent Benjamins, Rachel Eve, CubiZm
    USA, Harleysville
    Medium
  • Musikfest festival

    Zedd, Shinedown, Sam Hunt, Darius Rucker, Phillip Phillips, KT Tunstall, Colin Hay, Jimmie Allen, The Wood Brothers, Black Violin, OSTON, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, The Arcadian Wild, Yam Haus, Sunny War, The Stews, Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers, Motherfolk, Mike Mains & The Branches, We Banjo 3, Scythian, Carver Commodore, Red Elvises, Bastard Bearded Irishmen, Little Bird, Luisito Rosario, Jon Worthy, Go Go Gadjet, The Amish Outlaws, Stephen Babcock, Slingshot Dakota, Brother Moses, Blair Crimmins and The Hookers, John Frinzi, Seth Witcher, Billy Bauer, Carly Moffa, Joy Ike, AGE of the BEAR, Garden State Radio, Eljuri, START MAKING SENSE, Grace Morrison, Smooth Retsina Glow, The Muckers, Gabe Stillman, Lauren Davidson, Jimmy and the Parrots, RUBIX KUBE, SERENE GREEN, Stefanie Johnson, Tim Harakal, Stacy Gabel, The Great Heights Band, The Wild Hymns, The Sensational Soul Cruisers, The Uptown Band, Nik Greeley & the Operators, Floxy Bee, Fritz's Polka Band, The Wonton Soups, Mosey Beat, Ed McKendry, Boat House Row, The Large Flowerheads, We May Be Right: Billy Joel Tribute, Ruby Dear, Splintered Sunlight, Sarah Ayers band, Rogue Diplomats, The River Drivers, pentley holmes, Pepperwine, Dave Fry, Reservoir Hill, Philadelphia Funk Authority, The Ultra Kings, Steve Brosky, Homestead Collective, Cinnamon Jones, Island Time Band, James Supra Band, The SwingTime Dolls, Dina Hall, Hector Rosado y su Orquesta Hache, Graffiti Smile, The Contact Collective, The Witherbees, The Truants, Scott Marshall, Ginger and The Schnappes, Craig Thatcher Band, Friar's Point Band, Swamp Guard, The Sofa Kings, Donovan Roberts, HunkaJunk, The BC Combo, Major Kit & the Bionic Defection, Little Buddy, The BRUCE Show, Renaissance Orchestra
    USA, Bethlehem
    Mega
  • Philadelphia Folk Festival festival

    Sierra Ferrell, John Prine, Los Lobos, Joan Baez, Shakey Graves, Allen Stone, Rhiannon Giddens, Molly Tuttle, Aoife O'Donovan, Robert Earl Keen, The Milk Carton Kids, Josh Ritter, The Lone Bellow, Steve Forbert, Woody Guthrie, Richard Thompson, Devon Gilfillian, Gangstagrass, Tom Rush, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Benjamin Gibbard, Amythyst Kiah, Mick Flannery, Lisa O'Neill, Talisk, Abigail Lapell, AHI, Chris Smither, Courtney Marie Andrews, Katherine Priddy, Bruce Sudano, Adia Victoria, Daoiri Farrell, Steve Gunn, Teddy Thompson, We Banjo 3, Yasmin Williams, Natalie MacMaster, The Suitcase Junket, Susan O'Neill, Birds of Chicago, Moxie, Kíla, Watkins Family Hour, Rachael Sage, Melissa Ouimet, Alfa Rococo, Téada, Ivan Neville, The Henry Girls, Jedd Hughes, Zoe Boekbinder, Piper Landon, Folk Uke, Kuf Knotz, The Small Glories, Alanna Royale, GoldenOak, Susan Werner, Mariel Buckley, YANIZA, Al Lewis, Shane Hennessy, Celeigh Cardinal, Last Chance, The Ocelots, NAVA, Eric Bazilian, Quote the Raven, Don Brownrigg, James Keelaghan, Liam Ó Maonlaí, Irish Mythen, Terri Hendrix, Francesco Turrisi, Angela Saini, Branjae, deer scout, Andy Hedges, Sarah King, Sarah MacDougall, The Paisley Fields, Erin Fox, The Young Folk, Jennah Barry, Grace Morrison, Jacob Tovar, Shirley Gnome, Tret Fure, Matt Nakoa, Jackson Pines, Jesse Gimbel, Colebrook Road, Corner Boy, Emily Drinker, Donnell Leahy, Taarka, Marie-Clo, Laura Lizcano, The Whispering Tree, Kim So Ra, The Honey Badgers, Carson, Avi Wisnia, Andrea Nardello, Jesse Aycock, Janice Jo Lee, Kora Feder, Slow Moving Clouds, Fox and Branch, Christine Elise, April Mae & The June Bugs, Valentina Sounds, Bobtown, Jack Pine and the Fire, Originaire, Peter Lehndorff, The River Drivers, Earth Radio, Katherine Rondeau, Nick Nace, Hotsy Totsy, The Front Porch Band
    USA, Schwenksville
    Medium
  • Philadelphia Folk Festival festival

    Joan Osborne, The Mavericks, AJ Ghent [ j-ent ], Lucy Spraggan, Margo Price, Amanda Shires, Langhorne Slim, David Crosby, Yola, Kathy Mattea, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Tami Neilson, The East Pointers, Talisk, Bruce Sudano, Oshima Brothers, Caitlin Canty, Jeffrey Foucault, Wallis Bird, KAIA KATER, Elephant Sessions, Ida Mae, Dom Flemons, The Way Down Wanderers, Shook Twins, Kruger Brothers, Steve Poltz, Front Country, Peter Mulvey, Matt the Electrician, Kellie Loder, Digging Roots, Dave Gunning, Cha Wa, Mariel Buckley, Last Chance, Brother Oliver, Nina de Vitry, Christine Lavin, Andy Hedges, Son of Town Hall, Moonfruits, Rachel Andie, Shirley Gnome, Jackson Pines, Emerald Rae, Emily Drinker, OSOG, Chubby Carrier And The Bayou Swamp Band, Letitia Vansant, Kim So Ra, Māmā Mihirangi & the Māreikura, The End of America, Give And Take, Lara Herscovitch, Driftwood Soldier, The Lee Boys, Sharon Katz & The Peace Train, Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys, Marion Halliday & Trickster Sister, The Oot n' Oots, Bobtown, Originaire, Quarter Horse, Stella Ruze, Michael Braunfeld, Haint Blue, The River Drivers, Jackson Howard, The Jayplayers, Homestead Collective, tsibele, Mwenso & the Shakes, Julia Levitina
    USA, Schwenksville
    Medium
  • Musikfest festival

    Kesha, Jason Mraz, Dierks Bentley, Daughtry, Brantley Gilbert, All Time Low, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Styx, Grouplove, Gary Clark Jr., Wild Rivers, Dashboard Confessional, Marc Broussard, Adam Doleac, Zach Matari, Colony House, We Are Scientists, Eric Gales, Marielle Kraft, Harbour, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Magnum, Crimson Apple, Liza Anne, The Family Crest, Juice, Walker McGuire, Dave Hause, Marshall Crenshaw, Savannah Conley, 1910 Fruitgum Company, Stephane Wrembel, Ruen Brothers, Tony Lucca, The New Respects, Ceramic Animal, Seamus Kennedy, Making Movies, Animal Years, MICHIGAN RATTLERS, Jocelyn & Chris Arndt, Kat Wright, Dustin Douglas & the Electric Gentlemen, Evolfo, Freekbass, Red Elvises, Red Baraat, Incendio, Natalie Joly, The Mulligan Brothers, Brett Miller, TolumiDE, Bastard Bearded Irishmen, Stoop Kids, Gina Sicilia, David Davis, Gina Chavez, This Way To The Egress, Louie Bello, Ona, Fairground Saints, Heather Maloney, House of Hamill, All Our Exes Live in Texas, Maybird, Peterson Brothers, alea, Public Access T.V., Go Go Gadjet, Hasting & Co., The Amish Outlaws, Sleepwalkers, Slingshot Dakota, A Second Life, Brother Oliver, Wild Adriatic, The National Reserve, Honeysuckle, Sara Ontaneda, Funky Dawgz Brass Band, Down North, Blair Crimmins and The Hookers, Futurist, Kaleta & Super Yamba Band, Jeremiah Tall, GGOOLLDD, The Original Wailers, Noshir Mody, Billy Bauer, RECESS, deer scout, I Am Snow Angel, Carly Moffa, Hurry, Medusa's Disco, Jamie Kent, Remember Jones, The Human Circuit, Joe Grushecky, START MAKING SENSE, Grace Morrison, Val Astaire, Dante Palminteri, Church Girls, Shelley King, David Jacobs-Strain, Birds In The Boneyard, Joe Kye, The Polka Brothers, Swift Technique, The Nerds, Nalani & Sarina, Ronen, Secret American, RFA, Emily Drinker, SERENE GREEN, Few Miles South, Strange Familia, Dexter Allen, KALO, Stacy Gabel, Sylvana Joyce + The Moment, Sphynx, Dave Goddess Group, Vin Mott, Ruth Wyand and The Tribe Of One, Andrea Nardello, Lovebettie, Wild Planes, Corinne Mammana, Heather Gillis, Forlorn Strangers, Lucky 7, Burris, The Foxfires, The Chris O'Leary Band, Skyfoot, Almond&Olive, The Dull Blue Lights, TIOGA, Qiet, Jeff Przech, The Howling Tongues, Chelsea Reed, Johnny Hayes & The Loveseats, Grandchildren, Jeff Krause, The Dirty Pennies, Gretchen Pleuss, Summer Son, James Labrosse, Roi and the Secret People, All Types Of Kinds, Decades, Ellis Dyson and the Shambles, Bencoolen, River Lynch and the Spiritmakers, Fritz's Polka Band, Swing That Cat, CUBBAGE, Rad and Kell, Ben O'Neill, Central City Orchestra, Rob Curto, Erin Kelly, Bob Wagner, The Youngers, Hambone relay, Brother Jerome, Striking Copper, Late Sea, Bobby Clark Play It Hard, Vulcans, Sixteen Jackies, Dirty Dollhouse, Youth Yamada, Steal Your Peach, Megan Carolan, Mike Lorenz, Ruby Dear, Soulsha, Queen Hilma, Dear Anna, Men and Whales, Belle of the Fall, Jordyn Kenzie, The Chris Paterno Band, The River Drivers, Lowlight, Woodrow, Above the Mendoza, Philadelphia Funk Authority, Wise Old Moon, The Jayplayers, Sugar Mountain Band, Kayla Avitabile, Molly Brulé, Gretchen & the Pickpockets, Cherrywood String Ensembles, Adam Web, Pat Foran, Eric Mintel Quartet, Cory Shelly, Erin Harpe & the Delta Swingers, The Describers, theLionhearted, James Supra Band, Caleb and the Gents, Matt Wheeler & Vintage Heart, Deaf Rhino, Harlem River Noise, Emma Cook & Questionable Company, Matt Dellecker, Saint Wilde, The Slicked Up 9's, The Verdict, Tj Kong and The Atomic Bomb, The Whiskeyhickon Boys, Craig Thatcher Band, La Capitana, John Cannavo, Rust, Friar's Point Band, Philly Gumbo, Pete Lanctot, Brittany Ann, The BC Combo, January Noon
    USA, Bethlehem
    Mega

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Overview of Americana/Alt Country musician The River Drivers

The American band The River Drivers, from Bristol, travels the broad regions of country music with a distinct Americana/Alt Country flair. They are engaging and soul-stirring. They transport listeners to a place where the unfiltered emotions of life blend with the classic sounds of traditional country music with their passionate lyrics and captivating melodies.

The River Drivers, led by their charismatic leader, easily incorporate folk, bluegrass, and rock elements into their country-influenced sound. Their music captures the essence of the human experience with a strong sense of realism and honesty. Listeners are invited to take an introspective and collective musical journey as each note and lyric carries the weight of experienced experiences.

The River Drivers have made a special place for themselves in the world of country music with their luscious harmonies and exquisite instrumentation. Their music has a raw, gritty vitality that is both familiar and refreshing. It doesn't matter if they are singing about love, loss, or the difficulties of daily life, their music touches audiences deeply.

The music of The River Drivers is evidence of the potency of song-based storytelling. Their talent and commitment to their profession are evident in their ability to build stories that speak to the human spirit. With each performance, they extend an invitation to the audience to go with them across the American heartland, where the power of music is used to celebrate both the beauty and the complexity of life. The River Drivers, who capture the heart of the genre while pushing limits and forging a sound of their own, are a force to be reckoned with in the world of country music.

What are the most popular songs for Americana/Alt Country musician The River Drivers?

The Bristol, Tennessee-based Country and Americana/Alt Country band The River Drivers has become well-known for a number of their songs. They had a number of hit songs, including "Blair Mountain," "Tell God and the Devil," and "Come Out Ye Black and Tans." These songs demonstrate the band's skill at writing catchy melodies and insightful lyrics.

The documentary "Blair Mountain" explores the historical circumstances surrounding the Battle of Blair Mountain, a pivotal event in West Virginia's labor movement. The song's emotive vocals and expressive lyrics convey a potent story. Similar to this, "Tell God and the Devil" covers themes of redemption and overcoming obstacles, giving readers a clear image of what it's like to be a human.

The River Drivers provide a wide variety of music that appeals to fans of the Country and Americana/Alt Country genres in addition to these noteworthy songs. They have enthralling songs in their repertoire that discuss numerous facets of life, love, and tradition. Each song highlights the band's superb musicianship and their capacity to emotionally connect with listeners.

The River Drivers' appeal is a result of their capacity to write songs that connect with a broad audience. They have drawn the interest of listeners who value genuine and soulful compositions because to their distinctive sound and moving storyline. The River Drivers continue to make a name for themselves in the music industry with their distinctive fusion of Country and Americana/Alt Country influences.

What are the latest songs and music albums for Americana/Alt Country musician The River Drivers?

The River Drivers is a country and Americana/Alt country music group from Bristol, Tennessee, that continually provides their audience with engrossing music. Their most recent CD, "Big Oak Road," which was released in 2019, demonstrates their skill at writing sincere and meaningful songs. The River Drivers produce a sound that appeals to listeners of a variety of musical genres with their distinctive fusion of traditional and modern influences.

The River Drivers have also produced a number of compelling singles in addition to their album. Their most recent song, "Everlasting Faint (Tale of the Greenbrier Ghost)," which was released in 2022, demonstrates both their skill as storytellers and their capacity to craft eerie melodies. The band's dedication to using their music to draw attention to significant subjects and events can be seen in previous songs including "Did Ya Vote" (2020), "Children's March (Mother Jones) / Going Once" (2019), and "Cumann na mBan" (2016).

Because of its potent storytelling, expert instrumentation, and sincere emotional depth, The River Drivers' music stands out. Their music takes listeners to a place where they may relate to the narratives and feelings being expressed. The River Drivers continue to enthrall fans with their true and genuine approach to Country and Americana/Alt Country music, whether it be through their most recent album "Big Oak Road" or their influential songs.

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Which are the most important music performances and festival appearances for Americana/Alt Country musician The River Drivers?

The American band The River Drivers, from Bristol, have performed at some of the most prestigious venues and festivals in the country and Americana/Alt Country music scenes. Their spellbinding performances have won them a devoted following and left spectators in awe.

At Musikfest, they made one of their most memorable festival appearances and displayed their special fusion of folk and Americana music. The crowd responded to the band's raw energy and sincere lyrics, making the performance unforgettable. They took the stage at the Philadelphia Folk Festival with their distinctive harmonies and soulful instruments, and their presentation was equally captivating.

The River Drivers have enthralled crowds at prestigious locations like The Fillmore and World Cafe Live in addition to these top festivals. The band's extraordinary musicianship and sincere enthusiasm for their craft were highlighted by the intimate shows that allowed audiences to fully connect with their songs.

Throughout their career, The River Drivers have consistently delivered extraordinary live performances, leaving a lasting impression on all who have had the pleasure of witnessing their artistry. They stand out as a notable performer in the country and Americana/Alt Country genre because of their ability to generate emotion through their music and captivate their audience.