Who Are Birdtalker? 5 Things You Need to Know
Birdtalker are a Nashville-born and -bred alternative country five-piece band. The folksy group incorporates rock and a sense of mysticism into their work, boasting bold, round vocals and delicate harmonies, wrapped in a sparkling package reminiscent of early-2010s indie folk, with the spirit of a back-porch acoustic jam. With their debut album, 2018's One, out in the world and a calendar full of festival appearances booked for the summer of 2019, Birdtalker are on a roll. Read on to learn five essential facts about the group.
Members Zack and Dani Green Are Married
The Greens were six months into their marriage in 2012 when, one day, Zack was playing music and asked for advice from Dani. They quickly realized that her lyrical sensibility and knack for singing harmony made a perfect musical match with his guitar-picking and singing. Though neither had previously played in a real band, they slowly decided to give it a chance (but it did take a while, and some convincing from their other bandmates, who came along later).
They're All From Nashville ... and They're All Friends
All five members of Birdtalker hail from Music City and still reside there. Zack Green attended Lipscomb University with drummer Andy Hubright, guitarist and mandolin player Brian Seligman and bassist Jesse Baker, and their tight friendship makes their music even better: They all shine with independent contributions, but create a greater overall sound when they come together.
Their Songs Are Wolves in Sheep's Clothing
Many of Birdtalker's songs have an airy Americana feel. While embracing elements of garage rock and staying true to their folk roots, the lyrical content is thought-provoking and inquisitive. They tinker with the meaning of religion in songs such as "Outside the Lines" and question universal meaning and domesticity in others -- not your typical country commentary. Birdtalker make joyful music with a moody twist (if you're listening closely).
They Picked Up a Band Member While Playing Shakespeare in the Park
On a sunny afternoon in August, after deciding to give the live performance thing a try, Seligman, a friend from college, hopped onstage with the Greens and Hubright. He melded his mandolin into the group's developing sound, and he's been a member of Birdtalker ever since.
Their Debut Single Kinda Went Viral
Before they released their debut record, One, in 2018, Birdtalker caught the attention of the world with their track "Heavy." Released independently as their debut single in 2016, it quickly accumulated over 24 million streams; now at 36 million listens, it's been covered by legions of fans on social media, and given them a national fan base. Last September, the group released a video for the song that features Nashville ballet dancers, a stunning visual complement.
From: https://theboot.com/who-are-birdtalker/
