Band: Eric Jackson & The Willow River Band
Album: Live @ Halo Studio
Release Date: February 14, 2025
Genre: Country
Live @ Halo Studio is the latest offering from Ontario-based alternative-country/bluegrass group Eric Jackson & Willow River Band, capturing the band’s raw, rootsy sound in its purest form. Recorded live in a single take at Halo Studios in Hamilton, the five-track EP blends two heartfelt originals with three handpicked covers.
The album begins with “Aime (Live),” a warm, heartfelt take on the song that blends tight harmonies and earthy instrumentation with nostalgic charm. Their stripped-down, rootsy approach breathes fresh life into the classic, making it a standout on the release.
“Cheap Beer” is a lighthearted, carefree tune that leans into simple pleasures and unapologetic living. The song blends easygoing humor with a catchy, country-folk charm—celebrating late mornings, good friends, and making music over chasing convention. With its relaxed rhythm and conversational lyrics, it feels like a jam session among friends, capturing the laid-back authenticity that runs through Live @ Halo Studio. It’s honest, playful, and effortlessly likable.
Overall, Live @ Halo Studio is a vibrant, easy-to-love listen. It honors classic Americana traditions while allowing each band member’s personality to shine through. Honest, catchy, and full of soul, this EP proves that sometimes the best music is the kind made in a room with friends, no frills—just feeling.
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