ABOUT CASSANDRA LEWIS:
Cassandra Lewis knows how to tell a story. She could go into detail about a childhood in constant motion, moving in a montage from Germany through Florida, Texas, and, eventually, Idaho among her family of “high mountain desert folk.” She shares memories of escaping loneliness and insecurity in front of the television set or tasting her first bit of fanfare as “a little yodeling cowgirl” at the town’s lone Walmart or retirement homes. There were moments of houselessness, working in countless restaurants, sleeping in a shared tent at a refugee camp, and selling joints “out of the back of a Subaru” that she lived out of with her rescue dog and cat after a wildfire burned down her farm in Mendocino. She found community in the Bay Area and if not for the integration of psilocybin and psychedelic medicine, she may have succumbed to the pitfalls of life instead of moving forward and using her pain to heal and forgive. She says she holds a deep gratitude for these dualities. “You can’t appreciate the light without living and breathing the dark.” She inhaled inspiration from cut-and-dry classic country and rock ‘n’ roll, smoked-out soulful psychedelia, and exhaled a shadowy signature sound—easily likened to a fever dream between Marty Robbins and Joni Mitchell. This is a new kind of cosmic Americana. She slung her songs for anyone who would listen only for a proverbial “last shot” to pay off by landing a deal with Low Country Sound/Elektra Records circa the Pandemic. Now, she’s taking this foundation and paving her own yellow brick road on her 2024 full-length album, Lost in a Dream.
ABOUT ALLEN STONE:
Allen Stone, a powerhouse in the realm of soul/ R&B, has entranced audiences worldwide with his electrifying performances and soulful melodies. With a voice that effortlessly channels the raw emotion of classic soul legends, Stone's music transcends boundaries, weaving together elements of funk, gospel, folk-rock, and soul to create a sound uniquely his own. His captivating stage presence and heartfelt lyrics have earned him a dedicated following and critical acclaim.
Allen Stone's journey to musical stardom began in the quaint town of Chewelah, Washington, where his upbringing immersed him in the rich sounds of gospel music as the son of a pastor. After leaving college, Stone embarked on a relentless pursuit of his passion, relocating to Seattle and tirelessly touring the West Coast in his '87 Buick, performing at every opportunity that arose. His unwavering dedication paid off as he swiftly gained acclaim for his electrifying live shows, often playing up to 200 dates annually. Allen and his band have graced the stage alongside luminaries such as Stevie Wonder, Al Green, the Dave Matthews Band, Erykah Badu, and Gary Clark Jr, and has been captivating audiences with his voice and boundless energy, amassing a devoted fan base.
With a genre-blending style that seamlessly merges soul, folk-rock, R&B, and funk, Allen Stone has released five full-length albums, from his self-released debut "Last To Speak" to the acclaimed "APART." Alongside his prolific touring schedule, Stone has graced national television screens, delivering memorable performances on shows like Jimmy Kimmel Live! and The Today Show, and even showcasing his charismatic personality as a guest on MTV's Ridiculousness. Notably, he's lent his expertise as a celebrity mentor on two seasons of ABC's American Idol, further cementing his status as a respected figure in the music industry. Hitting the road again this summer with Chris Stapleton, Allen Stone is currently back in the studio, eagerly crafting new music slated for release in 2024.
