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Rayland Baxter

Nashville, TN

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americana Popularity: 35 Rising Division

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Region: Interior Plateau Conference: Southeast Regional Rank: #140

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Did You Know

  • • Rayland Baxter's father is Bucky Baxter, a renowned pedal steel guitarist who toured with Bob Dylan.
  • • He spent formative years in Israel, busking and exploring a different culture.
  • • A near-fatal car accident in 2009 became a catalyst for him to pursue music seriously.
  • • Baxter's album "Imaginary Man" was partly recorded in a former rubber band factory.
  • • His sound blends indie rock with folk and country, often described as 'psychedelic Americana'.
  • • He collaborated with Kesha on a reimagining of his song "Rug Dealer Blues".
  • • "Yellow Eyes" became a breakout track, showcasing his introspective songwriting and unique vocals.
  • • Baxter's music has been featured in popular TV shows like "Nashville" and "Parenthood".
  • • He received critical acclaim for his concept album "Wide Awake", exploring themes of consciousness.
  • • Rayland Baxter continues to carve his niche with authentic storytelling and genre-bending music.
  • • Rayland's father is multi-instrumentalist Bucky Baxter, who toured with Bob Dylan.
  • • He spent formative years in Israel, influencing his globally-minded songwriting.
  • • His 2012 'Feathers & Fishhooks' EP was recorded largely in a Kentucky tobacco barn.
  • • Baxter's album 'Imaginary Man' explores themes of identity and self-discovery.
  • • He collaborated with Kesha on her critically acclaimed album, 'High Road'.
  • • Rayland covered Leonard Cohen's 'Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye' on a tribute album.
  • • His song 'Yellow Eyes' gained popularity after being featured in the TV show 'The Ranch'.
  • • Baxter is known for his eclectic blend of Americana, indie rock, and folk.
  • • He survived a near-fatal car accident that deeply impacted his perspective.
  • • Rayland's music often features introspective lyrics and philosophical themes.

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Cumberland River 10 Interstate 65 13 Highway I 40 10

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Nashville, TN
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