Nashville-based Goodbye June are three cousins: Landon Milbourn (vocals), Brandon Qualkenbush (rhythm guitar, backing vocals) and Tyler Baker (lead guitar). They formed the band after the death of Tyler’s brother in June (hence the group’s name). A wonderful way to honour his memory.

Fusing hard rock licks with deep South blues, gospel swing and soul, the trio craft timeless, catchy and anthemic rock songs. New single Stand And Deliver (not an Adam & The Ants cover) is a good example of what they’re up to. With its staccato guitar riffs, playful (ABBA-esque) piano and Milbourn’s characteristic vocal delivery it’s both edgy and melodic. A bit like AC/DC on a good day.

18 February, Goodbye June will release their third full-length album See Where The Night Goes. It was born during the current global pandemic, but was also influenced by the destruction a tornado caused Nashville in 2020.

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Werner Schlosser

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