The Band Perry unveils "Don't Let Me Be Lonely"

After the haunting tale of love gone crazy in "Better Dig Two" and the definitive statement that was "Done," country sibling trio The Band Perry, fronted by Kimberly Perry, and rounded out by her younger brothers Neil and Reid,  is shifting to a more reflective place and decided to soften things up with a new video for their latest power ballad "Don’t Let Me Be Lonely," the third single from country music group's platinum debut and gold sophomore album, "Pioneer," which debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart and No.2 All Genre.
Written by Sarah Buxton, Chris Tompkins and Rodney Clawson, "Don't Let Me Be Lonely" deftly balances country music's roots with a pop-leaning melody. It is fiddle-filled progressive Country music with introspective lyrics which find Kimberly singing of yearning to break free before it turns into a heartbreaking, and the loss of reckless abandonment of youth and how when we become adults, we often want to get the same feelings back, especially in our moment's of darkest despair. "When you're young, life's a dream, it's a beautiful and burning thing, we grow up and then it's gone, but the memory burns on..." says the bridge of the ballad and it finds a poetic, smart lyric.

The savvy ballad is lyrically deeper than its popish hooks suggest, showcasing how The Band Perry and their label were smart enough to record the song. Loss of youthful innocence is behind the lyrics. Kimberly is a talented vocalist capable of projecting a wide variety of emotions, but vulnerability may be what she does best. The romance angle is somewhat forced and never fully realized, leaving the overall message a little cloudy. Subtle obfuscation has served The Band Perry well. The sharper moments come describing the passage of time and tragedy of growing up: "Well the night rolls on like a long lost friend / 'Til the sunrise bleeds like the bitter end / Don't let me be lonely."
The Ben Krebs-directed video is warm and moving. It shows the three sibling bandmates are shown looking rather lonely traveling to various places and performing on different stages, thus giving their fans and audiences a look into their daily lives and what goes on behind-the-scenes. Ultimately, though, the song and the video open up into an invitation, transforming the melancholy moments into a celebratory mood that's bursting with emotion–and doing so accompanied by bright stage lights and a blistering guitar solo.

Band Perry shows dark side in "Better Dig Two"

The Band Perry broke through with "If I Die Young" and now they return with a brand new video for their latest tune, "Better Dig Two," the lead single from the breakout country trio's upcoming much-anticipated follow up sophomore album, which is due out in early 2013. Another song which deals with 'death' in a sonically interesting way. It's great to hear the Perry siblings tweaking their formula, and it definitely raises anticipation for what surprises they might have in store for their second album outing.
The obsessive love song, was originally demoed by Kacey Musgraves, finds Kimberley Perry singing of her undying love for her spouse, and vow that she won't carry on should their union end in death or divorce. The overall tone of the song is one not of romance, but of desperation. The lyrics are spiced up with a few clever turns of phrase, but they could potentially have benefited from added specificity, as it's unclear why she sounds so fearful of the union coming to a heartbreaking end.
The siblings spoke to on-air personalities about the tune, calling it "the ultimate love song, the kind of love not even death can separate." Cast in the shadow of the dark and stormy production and the gesture isn't sweet and romantic, but sort of unnerving. It's an ambitious effort, but not quite as airtight as one would hope. "Better Dig Two," sports a cool and slightly eerie sound that makes it oddly addictive - a feeling that is nicely enhanced by low banjo plucking, leading up to a searing fiddle solo in the song's bridge.
Filmed in Nashville, the Declan Whitebloom-directed clip is a dark look at a couples love and death. It largely takes place in an ominous forest, where a newlywed couple is walking through the fog in their wedding attire. Eventually, the couple arrives at a reception site, where guests are toasting wine, and eating a feast, but it quickly becomes obvious that the gorgeous spread is defiled by worms and insects. It ends with the bride is digging a grave and running through the woods. Although it's just implied, it seems like this ceremony wasn't actually a wedding, but, rather, a funeral.

The Band Perry Released "Postcard From Paris"

The Band Perry have released the video for "Postcard from Paris," the fifth single from the band's self-titled debut album. Since their debut in late 2009, The Band Perry have made their mark on country music while keeping the instrumentation decidedly country, a foreign concept to many of their contemporaries. Their latest single, "Postcard from Paris," follows perfectly in that trend.
"Postcard From Paris" is a beautiful song that finds a fresh way to spell love: a simple story of newly found love until you realize she's with the wrong man. The chorus is a brilliant lyric performed with honesty and familiarity by Kimberly and the brothers Perry. The metaphor isn't right down country Main St., but neither is this band. Kimberly always has to be ruined when a better catch comes along or obsessed with the person who doesn't notice her. With her gorgeous and tantalizing twang; she pulls off each character with the ease of a singer with twice as much life experience.
Like any great song, the emotions of being with the wrong person are fully flushed out - every decision she's made is now coming into question, as though the universe got it backwards and her diamond ring was actually a fake. Now that she feels she's supposed to be with someone else, the protagonist can't help but let out her primal scream. And it's that twisty angst element that's helped to form the trio's sound and thusly helped them emerge as one of the most exciting acts having hits right now.
Although the video shoot in New Orleans seems to be a fairly laid-back affair for the trio siblings, the decision to release this latest tune wasn't as easy due to their label had planned to not release another song until the first single from their sophomore album was ready. The release is a smart move, though, as "Postcard From Paris" is the perfect song to help bring them to the next level of superstardom and like others have stated, is one of the strongest lyrics on their record that deserves further cultivation in the years to come.

The Band Perry Play On the Road "All Your Life"

The Band Perry, one of Nashville's newest sensations, is composed of siblings: two brothers, Reid and Neil, and big sister Kimberly appear as a vagabond troupe endlessly searching for a love in their just-released video for "All Your Life," the fourth single off their self-titled album that was released last October and turned gold four months later. This nearing-four-minute-long ballad is the first that fails to find a unique spot amongst the others on country radio.
"All Your Life" sounds like a song a dozen different artists could have cut, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. When you live on the edges, as this sibling trio has through three singles now, it's sometimes a good idea to play it safe. The song is a little less haunting than their 2nd single "If I Die Young," but still maintains that The Band Perry edge which seems to harness a vibe with one foot in our modern world and the other in a world of the past.
Playing a fictional group called the Purveyors of Performance, the Perrys shot the cinematic video directed by David McClister on their manager's 750-acre farm outside Nashville. Set during the "Grapes of Wrath" era, according to Kimberly, all three are in search of everlasting love. The video features a storyline of vaudeville-esque characters which adds a whimsical element to an otherwise serious tone. "This is our very first video with the three of us with love interests," Kimberly revealed during a behind-the-scenes clip. Kimberly is wooed by a Medicine Man, while Neil fancies a Snake Charmer and Reid a Palm Reader.
For one hot summer day in the simmering South, The Band Perry became a traveling band of gypsy musicians. They 'bleed the red blood of American music,' that's how sister Kimberly describes their passion for their music. The release of the video comes on the heels of The Band Perry's announcement of their first tour, which kicked off August 15th! These days it's rare to get four singles off an album, especially a debut album, so "All Your Life" will do nothing to harm The Band Perry's reputation as innovators. Hopefully they find their edge when it comes time to record the next album.

The Band Perry Debut "If I Die Young" On GAC

The Band Perry has just premiered the music video on Great American Country Television for their new song "If I Die Young," the country music trio's second single off their self-titled EP for Republic Nashville, follows their debut single, "Hip To My Heart," which was a breakthrough, sprightly, effervescent sliver of youth-laden pop country – a pleasant sounding droplet so light that it quickly evaporated into the ether, and became a Top 20 hit on the country singles charts. For its follow up, the sibling trio delivers a thoughtful track with significantly more narrative volume that has gotten a strong reaction from radio, press and fans, "If I Die Young" is a weighty, introspective take on life's evanescence.
The Band Perry are comprised of siblings Kimberly, Reid and Neil Perry. The three grew up playing gigs in Mobile, Alabama, and now make their home in eastern Tennessee. After spending years honing their performing and songwriting skills, the trio began writing and collecting songs for their first country music recording.
The video for new song was directed by David McClister (Lady Antebellum, LeAnn Rimes), and was shot at Nashville's historic Two Rivers Mansion. Fittingly, the song opens to the sound of Kimberly taking in a breath. Gentle fiddle and guitar accompany her raspy, almost-hushed delivery of the song's chorus up until a banjo and drum track join in for the first repeat of the refrain. "If I Die Young" remains mostly acoustic throughout, boasting a series of delightful arrangements that underline Kimberly's beautiful vocal performance–she has a rich, slightly weathered voice that really brings home the song's melancholy. Throughout the song, it's a surprisingly interesting and creative entry from a band that at first appeared to be aiming for very little. Here's hoping this is only the beginning of Kimberly's songwriting journey–and that future efforts bring all of these pieces into alignment.
The Band Perry made people on Music Row take notice of them with their debut single, "Hip To My Heart," Now I believe that their second single, "If I Die Young" is looking to have similar success. When I first listened to the song, the message didn't quite make it through. It was an inviting melody, and easy to sing along, but it wasn't until I watched the video that I realized the deeper meaning behind those carefully written lyrics. After watching the video, I felt the need to reflect on what I value most in my own life and whether I've been giving those things enough attention. "If I Die Young" brings to the forefront the idea that no one knows how much longer they have in this life so be optimistic and cherish it while you can.