Delta Spirit consists of Matthew Vasquez (vocals, guitars), Jonathan Jameson (bass), Brandon Young (drums), William McLaren (guitar) and multi-instrumentalist Kelly Winrich. The band, described by Vasquez as ‘five contrarians trying to agree on an idea’ was formed in California in 2005. Following their 2014 album Into The Wide, they took an extended break. During the six years that followed, some band members released solo albums, while others joined other bands.

11 September, Delta Spirit will release their fifth long-player. The 10-song set was produced by the band and mixed by Tchad Blake (U2, The Black Keys). As a follow-up to its first single How Bout It, the quintet just put out second track It Ain’t Easy. The song features a simple but prominent piano part, acoustic guitars and a sturdy rhythm section. Already infectious at first listen, it grows with every spin.

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Werner Schlosser

Music industry watcher and journalist. Worked at a CD club, a record store chain and was editor in chief of an entertainment trade magazine. Has been in the radio business since 1987, producing and presenting shows. Was music director of several stations. Also, he developed the European Border Breakers Chart, Music Moves Europe Talent Chart and ESNS Chart.