What was that experience like? My voice with the melodies of the song make it pretty unique. Weve got a lot of great comments on it. This album is a strong collection of country/pop songs that includes highlights such as the leadoff track Only You, Backroad Girl and the title cut, For You. All of the songs were co-written by Matt Thomas. Their second Stoney Creek single, "Carolina", was released to country radio on February 4, 2013. Are 1000-Lb Sisters Amy Slaton and Michael Halterman Still Together? A Revitalized Parmalee Find Themselves Once Again Within the Soul-Baring Songs of New Album, Parmalee's Scott Thomas and Lexia Chamryk Are Married! Nevertheless, it was a moment that no one who was there will ever forget, despite the chaos of it all for the platinum-selling band made up of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas, cousin Barry Knox and life-long friend Josh McSwain. Parmalee released the EP Complicated in 2008. Can you talk about your songwriting process, working with outside writers, and writing with your band? A: Its just a whole different ballgame, but its pretty amazing. Somebody might call me this afternoon and say Hey man, somebody fell out of this write. Weve never been so this will be our first time and Im so excited about that. What tips do you have for other artists looking at breaking out into the music industry as you and Parmalee have? They did the drone stuff, he said. Chamryk's first wedding outfit came together after she met a seamstress in a casino restroom the morning before their big day. A: Ill go with Eastern-style because I love it and Im from there. "That's the power of social media now," Thomas says of the initial and now-ongoing success of the song, which he co-wrote alongside Ashley Gorley, David Fanning, and Ben Johnson. 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"My brother Scott had just gotten married over quarantine, and so we had brought up the idea of writing a wedding song, but I instantly started thinking about how we could say it differently than what's already been said," recalls Thomas, who first hit it big alongside his bandmates back in 2013 via their big hit "Carolina." And as soon as I heard that hook line, I was like, All right, Im in. Scott Thomas and Lexia Chamryk are deeply in love Instagram Scott Thomas and Lexia Chamryk tied the knot in October 2020 with a "spontaneous" Las Vegas wedding ceremony, according to People.. Its my favorite song to play live, Im not gonna lie. Their father was a working . Thats the easiest thing because you can look at the numbers now; how many streams youre getting or what songs people are commenting about. Join the Country Crew. "When COVID hit, it was the perfect excuse to do it exactly how we wanted to our own way.". Nikki Sixx was also a very cool experience, and of course Blanco Brown. Over the pandemic, having something positive when everybodys at each other and theres so much negative energy out there. There are all different aspects of it, but its mostly collaborating with other songwriters here in town. Its our claim to fame. Matt Thomas wrote 12 . Matt Thomas, the lead singer of the country group Parmalee, chatted about their new single "Girl In Mine." This catchy country tune has struck a chord with fans that find its simplicity and. DK: Just The Way has a positive lyric theme about loving people just the way they are, and the video is good, too. It's dinner and an acoustic performance - just for you! ', Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker Are Married (Again!) With the last two songs, we really kind of hit a nerve. Originally from the small town of Parmele, North Carolina, they are led by lead singer & main songwriter Matt Thomas. It was pretty cool. Its great.. You guys have played in Columbia before, right? Its not really our thing in our band. But once we started working it through, I loved it because my brother just got married. Female Fitness Magazine, Canadian Female fitness and healthy living magazine. How did that influence your music? How did the band come together? When were off the road, weve been together so long, its hard to get back together unless we have a media day or something like that. Comprised of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas (lead vocals/guitar and drums, respectively), cousin Barry Knox (bass) and lifelong best friend Josh McSwain (guitar), Parmalee has been riding the wave of . Just something as simple as, hey, I love you just the way God made you. Q: Your 2013 breakout hit Carolina is a love song, but features a prominent lyrical nod to your home state. Q: Youll be headlining a homecoming concert at East Carolina University (ECU) on November 21. Thomas: I had written the song around August 2018. Yeah, it is, man. In 2013, the song "Carolina" captured the hearts and ears of country fans across America. Lets stay there for at least one more, and send one more down the pipeline. And I feel like this song definitely is. I think the timing played out for us better than some because it went number one in Country radio in March so weve been able to go out and play since it peaked. Absolutely. At the 2022 American Music Awards, Parmalee is nominated for Favorite Country Duo or Group. To be in a band as long as we have and to finally get that nomination is a pinch-yourself moment, thats huge for any band. Thats how people can tell where you come from. "I'm always searching to find the right one.". If all goes well, maybe something by the end of summer or fall is what Im kind of shooting for, but nothings set in stone. Wed always have it every year, and it just got to be too big to handle. By James Wood. [8], The inspiration for "Musta Had a Good Time" came right from their own lives. 1 country hit. With its dishes made using family recipes, this colorful Mexican restaurant in Sanford earned recognition as one of the best new dining spots in the country. Cooking For Love: Toronto-based Tattoo Artist Mr. Koo Teams up with Culinary Star Chef Rang, Steve Stanulis Constant Hustle Reminds Us Success Isnt Once and Done, FAN EXPO Canada Announces Stranger Things Stars. Nashville is landlocked, so I just get a different attitude when I see that water. It's not too late, follow along today and you might just catch the behind-the-scenes of our next shoot or event. We wanted to try to keep that. There is a spot where the train can turn around in Parmele. I was writing in the fall of the pandemic, and David had been talking about wanting to find a girl to manage in country music. 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"I wanted to stay and party and have shots and all of that," laughs Matt Thomas during an interview with PEOPLE about the band's recent role as real-life wedding crashers. How does it feel to be back on the road and playing to fans again? Thomas: Well, I was actually the one who discovered her on TikTok and turned her on to our manager & producer, David Fanning. We are pleased to do this new Q&A interview with Matt Thomas of Parmalee. The band's first album on the label, Feels Like Carolina, was released on December 10, 2013. Put ramekins on a baking sheet. "But once we saw the bride and groom smiling and watched everyone there put two and two together, it turned out to be a really special moment.". "When it is safe to do so, we will be throwing one hell of a party to celebrate with our family and friends," she adds. The barn that we practiced in is behind that white store in the backyard of this house. Pip is the Editor of Entertainment Focus and the Managing Director of agency Piata Media. Women work very differently than men and most work spaces are designed with males at the forefront, said Stephanie Isaacs. Josh, he and his wife bought a camper and they went camping, and Barry had a baby, and Scott got married. You cant ask for anything more special than that really, especially having (it top the charts) when a lot of people discounted us. Digital Journal is not responsible for the content of external sites. Watch the video for their number one smash Just The Way featuring Blanco Brown below: UK-based entertainment site offering news, reviews, interviews, features and much more! Lidia Jimeno Makes 90 Day Fiance: Love in Paradise Debut, All of the Celebrities Who Got Engaged in 2023 So Far. Final question: What is one piece of fashion swag you never leave home without when going out on tour? Your email address will not be published. You never know. The free outside concert series has been highlighting local musicians since it kicked off in September, but the Nov. 9 finale will feature platinum-selling band Parmalee. Matt Thomas of Parmalee chats with Pure Country's Shannon Ella about the release of their new album "For You" and how fun it was to put together. What inspired you to write this song? Your new album For You is now out in the world. It took two vans, one plane and a whole lot of logistics to get the men of Parmalee to a wedding last fall in time to perform for an unsuspecting fan-turned-bride. I think it was is a great reset for all of us. 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Ohlala.ca, Canadas Bilingual Alongside him the band recorded their hit "Musta Had a Good Time" in the back of their RV. Timing is so important and that song landed at the exact right time. Once we figured out that we were good. Markos Papadatos is Digital Journal's Editor-at-Large for Music News. Swagger Magazine sat down with Parmalees great lead singer Matt to find out more about the bands music, his own swagger, and just how many Instagram DMs he gets on a daily basis. She freelances from Nashville, Tennessee. Matt Thomas Talks About Being the Last Single Man Standing in Parmalee: 'I'm Always Searching' "There was no rehearsal or anything. It must have been frustrating not being able to get out and play it live, and properly promote it. 10, 2015). Im happy for her and Im happy to be a part of it. It just kind of teaches you how to get through life. We had an opportunity to talk with Matt Thomas about the band, their new music and their upcoming Columbia show. According to the band, Burris opened fire and a gunfight erupted. What inspired you all to write it? Thats just been a dream. When the band formed, they all moved into the same house and parties happened almost every night. And Josh grew up the same way. You miss all of the birthdays and family reunions and special events and moments We had just been out in California for a couple of months. As soon as we can book it. Weve always wanted to do that and weve not been able to yet. Matt joins Country Music Made Me to talk about his early days of receiving his first guitar, his first band (Earl. We love it. The night was a mix of "highbrow and lowbrow" celebrations and the couple and their handful of guests drank martinis and ate pizza at Vegas casinos. When we got back together with our manager & producer David Fanning, he was like, Yes, it just not right yet. "People can just hear a part of a song and all of a sudden they're in on it. [4][6] Hinton pleaded guilty to attempted murder, burglary, attempted armed robbery, and criminal conspiracy; he was sentenced to 20 years in prison with no chance of parole. Much like their older music, Carolina had a more Southern rock sound and even jumped genres and found itself on pop stations. '90 Day Fiance' Star Tim Malcolm Reacts to Speculation That He's Gay, Teen Moms Mackenzie Standifer Files for Divorce Amid Ryan Arrest Drama, 'Pillow Talk' Drama! Thats it. The Swagger of Parmalees Lead Singer Matt Thomas. We played him a bunch of songs that we wanted to record, and one of the songs that we had was a demo of Carolina that was half-done. Thanks to our friends at Stoney Creek Records, we can send you on the date of your dreams with the lead singer of Parmalee, Matt Thomas! Weve always wanted to bring a big show back to Greenville. Its very cohesive. Are you guys writing? Details, 'OutDaughtered' Star Danielle Busby's Transformation From Wife to Mom, Meet Return to Amishs Sabrinas Newborn: Cutest Photos of Baby No. How did you team up with Fitz (of Fitz & The Tantrums) and write this song? A. Its where youre born and raised. That actually happened. Were working on it, he reveals. Just The Way was doing great and we didnt know if were going to get one more single or an EP, but we knew there had to be a song after Just The Way. Is that something you can love about yourself? Yeah, big time Im telling you (laughs). Parmalee is an American country music band consisting of brothers Matt Thomas (lead vocals, guitar) and Scott Thomas (drums), along with their cousin Barry Knox (bass) and Josh McSwain (guitar), who is a best friend since childhood. For You also includes some notable guest collaborations. Currently, Parmalee is in the midst of a national concert tour, playing headlining shows. All Rights Reserved. Q. Scott clarifies: "I can say the car wasn't in the pool. Josh will go with Lexington-style. They have these motivational signs in some writing rooms in NashvillePositive plus uptempo equals cash (laughs). "It was super cool to experience a couple of our songs with them in that way," Thomas says. Surviving a tragic, violent incident, living in an RV and scraping by on the money they earned from odd jobs, Parmalee managed to make it in Nashville and score several Top 10 hits. 60 seconds with Matt Thomas of Parmalee 92.9 The Bull 781 subscribers Subscribe 3 Share 254 views 7 years ago Michele fires as many questions at Matt Thomas of Parmalee in 60 seconds.. Basically, for as long as I can remember, towards the end of the summer, wed have a big old party at my uncles house. Parmalee is an American country music band consisting of brothers Matt Thomas (lead vocals, guitar) and Scott Thomas (drums), along with their cousin Barry Knox (bass) and Josh McSwain (guitar), who is a best friend since childhood. Well be doing a four-way perspective, with each of us telling from our own perspectives. But even without Just the Way and Take My Name, Thomas always feels the pressure, albeit sometimes self-inflicted, to make sure Parmalee keeps putting out the best music they can.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[580,400],'everythingnash_com-medrectangle-3','ezslot_3',117,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-everythingnash_com-medrectangle-3-0'); It never stops. At the end of the day, its about supporting the same people which is good. I imagine you guys dont get very much down time or time apart from one another as youre on the road all the time. Thomas: Weve just started working on a book that were hashing out right now. A. Yeah weve played there, two times actually. So it was great to have him jump on one of our songs. Where does the inspiration for your music come from? North America's Premiere Digital First Men's Luxury Lifestyle Magazine, Home Decor Trends for Spring: Less is More, Most Likely Kentucky Derby Winners Right Now, 10 Mens Watches Under $500 for Every Style from Nixon, Jason Momoa Announces Second Collection With Harley-Davidson, XreArt: Elevate Your Home or Office with a Modern Piece of Tech History, Longines welcomes Jennifer Lawrence, its newest Ambassador of Elegance, 16 Valentines Day Gifts: For Her, Him or your BFF, Turkey Treats Tourists To An Unforgettable Vacation & A Full Head Of Hair, 6 Hacks For Every Guy to Upgrade Their Aesthetic, Contessa Awards 2022: A Celebration and Recognition of Canadian Talent. Were getting ready to go. I really focused on hammering down on writing and then just went at everyday like that. It comes from everywhere. Is Las Vegas Still a Glamorous Tourist Destination in 2023? We had this party we put on every year called Uncle Rons Party. Feb 3, 2022. And the great thing is a lot of these fans are seeing us for the first time. Other nominees in the category include Imagine Dragons, OneRepublic, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Black Eyed Peas, among others. "We both are in the music industry so we decided to take advantage of the unexpected time off and cement our devotion to one another," they add. 'Life After Lockup' Season 4 Couple Updates, Baring it All! We came up with an idea togethershe feels like Carolina, looks like California. In 2007, we did a showcase and some dude from Atlantic Records named Kim Stephens showed up, but we knew he wasnt going to sign us. "There was no rehearsal or anything. You know, anytime a positive message comes up in a song, Im always down for it. The song led to both their production and record deals. The energy is like twofold now, its great. Required fields are marked *. Theyre great. So mix that with the fact that country still really revolves around the lyrical content is what I would say gives it its swag factor. Parmalee's Matt Thomas on New Album "For You" and POWERFUL Coffee Choices | Matt Thomas from Parmalee joined Leeanne Whitehouse to chat about their . It was even worth the time Parmalee spent hiding in the venue before the first dance. [4] They had just finished playing at The Money, a bar in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on September 21, and were in their RV when Dytavis Hinton and Demorrio Burris entered the vehicle with a handgun demanding money. We ended up with a bunch of songs and we had to whittle them down. 90 Day Fiance Stars Weve Lost Over the Years, Still Together? We were in a hotel the other day and we had to do a show and the record label couldnt find us. Part of their appeal is the way they hone their lyrics and music for the everyday person and building that direct connection with their fanbase through personal storytelling. Scott got in touch with his country roots and went hunting "with the boys," including his brother and bandmate Matt Thomas in Kentucky. So thats how it came aboutit started as a family thing. ', but you never really hear the idea of 'take my name and make it yours.'". And once we started laying it out, I was like, Weve gotta say it how a guy like me would say it. And thats how we came up with the way the melody in the verses go. Thomas: Oh its great, man. "It's that one party that becomes a legend in a small town. Matt Thomas from @Parmalee joined Leeanne Whitehouse to chat about their new record "For You."The 13-track album includes the multi-national, Platinum-certif. They are signed to the Stoney Creek division of BBR Music Group and have released three studio albums: Feels Like Carolina, 27861, and For You. Do you want to jump in? And Im like, Yeah, lets do it. And it ends up being a hit. Youll never get that back, a song starting and then growing and growing. We all loved it, and we felt there was something good about the song, but it wasnt quite right yet. We cut our budget in half just so we could do all the songs. Two more singles have reached the Top 10: "Close Your Eyes" (No. What Salvage Car to Choose at an Auction? Id rather have fun with my music and the other stuff can live on its own. Matt Thomas is the lead singer of Parmalee. "We both have strong career goals but are really committed to not letting emotions cloud business," Chamryk says. Get the latest Swagger Scoop right in your inbox. The mother of modern-day finger painting opened up a new avenue of learning and self-expression for kids. As for bachelor and bachelorette celebrations, Chamryk joined some friends including Taylor Lautner and his girlfriend Tay Dome as they wined and dined at the vineyards of Paso Robles. "Close Your Eyes" and "Already Callin' You Mine" were issued as the album's third and fourth singles, and both were top 10 hits on Country Airplay. Who have been some of your favorite other artists to collaborate with? Parmalee consists of brothers Matt Thomas (guitar, vocals) and Scott Thomas (drums), cousin Barry Knox (bass), and childhood friend Josh McSwain (guitar, keyboards), all of whom grew up together near Greenville, North Carolina. Im ready. DK: On your latest album, I also like your song Greatest Hits which has a fun title and lyrics. Matt Thomas, the lead singer of the country group Parmalee, chatted about their new single Girl In Mine., This catchy country tune has struck a chord with fans that find its simplicity and message incredibly relatable, the magic of finding the one. This song is great, he admitted. Parmalee Guitarists Matt Thomas and Josh McSwain Talk Music, Gear and Overcoming Adversity. Here is how to enter . We won't post to any of your accounts without asking first. Jake Owen is a good friend of ours and we always have fun doing stuff with him. Then he cuts it and goes number one, and Im sitting there going, damn! (laughs). Fatherly Magazine, Fatherly advice for the modern Canadian dad. And Ill never forget when I started playing it for the guys in the band. A: (Brother and Parmalee drummer) Scott and I grew up in Robersonville, which is two minutes east of Parmele. 1 single following their hits Carolina and Just the Way with Blanco Brown. We did about three or four versions of it. Our State Magazine 2023, All rights reserved. "For You" was originally released on July 30, 2021 as digital-download-only. Party Hard NFTs: Using Art to Fight Racism, Prejudice, and Hate. Everybody thought we were gonna be back in six weeks but after a while we had to talk and said, look, guys, we need a break from each other, we need a break from all this, theres nothing we can do. Celebrities Who Have Proudly Posted Naked Photos, What Your Favorite Celebs Are Doing This Week, Are MAFS Stars Chris and Paige Still Together? Your three latest singles have taken off on the charts. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Exclusive access to newly released gear and tech and entrepreneur secrets delivered to your inbox monthly. Family is family, so we have our moments, but we all get along pretty good. This is fun. Now youre back out on the road, and you have a very comprehensive touring schedule for the rest of the year, whats it been like to return to live shows? The great thing about Nashville is you have all these amazing songwriters right here in town, and there are hit songs being written every day. The next couple of months while we have a little time off the road, we get to write some more. This story was originally published November 8, 2018, 3:20 PM. We needed it. Life and things you go through. Its great, man. 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