The Americans, a renowned Americana band from Los Angeles known for their deep fusion of rock, folk, and blues, are getting ready to delight fans with a series of Christmas performances to round out a fruitful year of traveling. The band is back on the West Coast with shows in the Bay Area, at the Starline Social Club on December 15, and a headlining night at L.A.’s renowned indie tour stop, Hotel Cafe, this weekend, on Saturday the 17th, performing with a renewed energy that is sure to electrify audiences across their home state.
As they continue to draw the attention of some of the greatest names in the industry, this multi-genre band has spent the last year on the road honing their distinctive, American heritage sound. They are swiftly establishing a reputation as a band to watch out for. We want to keep improving and getting closer to the things we’re making, lead vocalist Patrick Ferris said. If more people could hear us, it would be great. Additionally, some regularity would be helpful, especially in light of the pandemic.
T Bone Burnett, a renowned producer, called The Americans “genius twenty-first-century artists” after hearing their 11-song sophomore studio album, Stand True. Stand True, a Loose Music release, debuted on the Official Americana Albums Chart Top 40 at position #25 on May 6, 2022. I’ll Be Yours, the band’s self-titled first album debuted on Loose Music in 2017 and peaked at #15 on the UK Americana-Top 40 and #19 on the Indie Breaker’s list.
The Americans, a band made up of bassist Jake Faulkner, guitarist Zac Sokolow, and vocalist Patrick Ferris, have been performing together for more than ten years. Their strong, unique style, which combines elements of rock, folk, and country, helped them immediately develop a following when they first formed in Los Angeles. “If you’re interested in producing music, identify the things you love and study them to death,” they said when discussing how they found their inspirations as they continued to polish their music. The great books of history contain a wealth of insight. The Americans soon established themselves as a force to be reckoned with because of their enthusiasm for what they do and dedication to providing amazing experiences.
Their passion for their trade and hard work has not gone ignored. They have supported a lot of well-known musicians throughout the years, including Nick Cave, Lucinda Williams, Ashley Monroe, and Devendra Banhart. Along with Nas, Elton John, and Alabama Shakes, they collaborated closely with Jack White and T Bone Burnett on the PBS primetime series “American Epic” and toured with Ryan Bingham.
Their popularity is due to more than simply their job as a supporting band, though. The Americans wowed crowds with their passionate and energizing stage presence while appearing at some of the major music festivals in the nation. They also had an appearance on CBS’s The Late Show, Texas Killing Fields, A Country Called Home, Little Glory, and the TV show No Tomorrow all including their music.
One of the most promising bands in the American heritage music industry, their music has been recognized for its sincerity and passion. They have cultivated a dedicated following of fans who anxiously anticipate their every move thanks to their distinctive fusion of folk, country, and rock. In 2022, the Americans wowed audiences with their spectacular live shows and soulful, moving melodies, and they’re just getting better with each following appearance.
In 2023, the “Americans” are prepared to rock the music industry. With newfound energy going into the New Year, the musicians have various new initiatives planned, including more nationwide touring. Be on the lookout for them in a city close to you, and be ready to be astounded by their unbridled skill and dedication to music.
