BlackBird Rain is a hard driving rock band from Texas. Blues influences here and there combined with overall in your face Rock And Roll.
Michael McVey - vocals
Rick Skillman - guitars / backing vocals
Erick Villarreal - bass / backing vocals
Scott Misener - drums
"Staring at the Sky" Single Review
The track starts off with melodic acoustic riffs to set the atmosphere from the beginning. The soaring vocals kick in as the first verse glides along effortlessly towards the chorus. The guitars swirl and take things up a few notches with a more Hard Rock intensity. The track is now in high gear as it becomes even more toe tapping in its delivery. The instrumentation takes hold until the chorus enters in the fray. The chorus is super catchy and easy to sing along to. The additon of the stellar guitar work is awesome as well. The pacing is outstanding as it keeps things at a high clip throughout. The ending of the track features the chorus and then the acoustic instrumentation to cap things off on a high note.
Verdict:
BlackBird Rain have a five minute rockin' banger on their hands with their newest single.
-Interview- (1/14/25)
1. How did you get started with music and how did you develop your sound? How did the name "BlackBird Rain" come about and is there any meaning to it?
Growing up in the 80's/90's was quite possibly the best time in Rock history for new sounds. The name Blackbird Rain sounded cool and mysterious.
2. What do you want people to take away from your music?
Enjoyment, escape, rebellion and of course, wanting more!
3. How would you describe your sound to the average listener?
Aggressive, in your face rock and roll!!
4. Who are three bands you’d like to tour with?
Black Stone Cherry, The Dead Daisies, and Godsmack.
5. What's your thoughts on AI generated music?
It's a good tool, as long as it doesn't take out the human connection from writing and the relationship between the performance and listener.
6. What’s your take on the current state of Rock?
Indifferent. As long as it means something to you, it's still rock and roll!
7. What’s the current music scene like there in Texas?
It's hot in Texas. Leave it at that
8. What’s your take on the royalties that streaming services pay out to artists?
It's supposed to be useful, but it does hurt the live performing artist.
9. What’s next for BlackBird Rain?
New Album, New Year and many performances!
10. Any shoutouts?
To any and every music fan that takes their time to watch live performances!!
