Nashville band Parker Barrow release new single; bring their blues-infused Southern rock to Wanted Management!

Taking their name from the infamous outlaw duo of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow,  Parker Barrow is a powerhouse, blues-infused Southern rock ‘n’ roll band led by  husband and wife duo Megan Kane (lead vocals) and Dylan Turner (drums). When a  chance meeting brought them together in 2019, the pair immediately hit it off and within  the span of two weeks they formed an acoustic duo and hit the road full time – where  they have lived ever since. In 2023 Parker Barrow expanded into a full band, with the  current line-up also including musical director and guitar player Alex Bender.  

The band’s vintage sound contains elements of rock, Southern rock, blues, soul, and  country music, but Parker Barrow’s brand of music is unmistakably and distinctively  their own. Kane was raised on old-school country including Johnny Cash and Dolly  Parton, while Turner grew up listening to classic rock bands like the Allman Brothers  and the Rolling Stones alongside more contemporary blues-rockers like the Black  Crowes and Tedeschi-Trucks Band.  

Parker Barrow’s debut album “Jukebox Gypsies” was written by Turner and Kane, and  released in August 2023 to rave reviews. The record is a collection of songs that tell the  couple’s story over the last four years; from their first encounter to living out of an RV  while touring and everything in between. The record touches on the highs and lows of  life on the road, with each song reflecting their feelings and emotions during these times  and how they managed to discover a harmonious balance amid the chaos. Count Your  Dollars was the first single and video to be released from the album, with follow up track  Back To Birmingham racking up over 1.1 million views of the official music video on  YouTube. 

When talking about songwriting and the inspiration behind the tracks, Turner explains:  “Megan and I both draw inspiration from many different places, but one that we both  draw from is each other. We grew up in different places and experienced life in very  different ways, but that has allowed each of us to see the other side of the coin.” Kane  adds “While the songs were written from a place of passion, part of the beauty of music,  and something that attracts both of us to it, is the fact that songs are oftentimes  subjective and can mean anything to anyone at any time.” “And one of the best parts of  releasing this album has been getting to hear that people are connecting with our music and hearing them talk about our band the way we talk about some of our favorite  bands,” enthuses Turner.

Parker Barrow have become well known for their electrifying full-throttle live shows; performances that feature high energy jams infused with rock ‘n’ roll, blues and soul.  The band is powered by the immense groove of Turner’s drumming at the foundation  and Kane’s soulful and electrifying vocals soaring up over the top, allowing Parker  Barrow guitarist Alex Bender to weave his dynamic and spirited playing throughout the  songs. For live shows, an additional guitar player and bassist join the core trio, and it’s  not uncommon to catch an extended Parker Barrow lineup complete with keyboards  and backing vocalists. Since Turner and Kane started performing together in 2019, they  and the eventual band have played over 600 shows together. The end result is Parker  Barrow being a well-oiled machine on stage, with an infectious energy and captivating  presence. 

Turner and Kane are bound by a shared vision, genuine passion, and a love for life on  the road; and they eagerly anticipate continuing to create and perform together in this  next chapter of their life with Parker Barrow. Whether playing an intimate acoustic set or an exhilarating full-band show, it’s clear that the couple is precisely where they want  to be – and should be. “Something about this all just feels right,” Turner shares. “We  believed from the beginning that we had something special with Parker Barrow.”  

What they’re saying about Parker Barrow:

“Parker Barrow absolutely swings for the fences on their 10-track debut album Jukebox  Gypsies... this much-anticipated record over-delivers on all levels and should do much  to jump Parker Barrow up to the highest realms of the roots rock scene. The band  combines power-hungry beats, nail-tough guitars, all-pro vocals, and an impossible-to ignore emotional fire into new rock music that comes across as genuine and true” - Rock & Blues Muse 

“If you love 70s infused Southern Rock with a smattering of alternative country - then  check out Parker Barrow. They really could have the world at their feet with this release.  Top three album of the year for me right here!” - The Rockpit 

“Top 20 Album or the Year” - The Hook Rocks podcast  

“Top 20 Album of 2023 - with Jukebox Gypsies Parker Barrow puts forth an enjoyable  and memorable debut.”  - Blues Rock Review 

“Top 20 Album or the Year” - All Things Blues and Southern Rock podcast