Rev Peyton looks forward to NI debut

Roaring out of the southern Indiana foothills comes Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band playing a brand of Americana and Blues that stands alone - Delta blues and hillbilly fervor combine with musical acuity sharp as razor wire - best know, this trio is a force to be reckoned with.

The growl of a good truck engine, the fiercest passion for his country home and family and an uncanny ability to breathe new life into old forms of music give them a pedigree many Americana acts would kill for and an ironclad work ethic keeps them on the road 250 dates a year, playing for the people with hurricane force.

Locked in with an audience, the band create their own community and welcome the crowd into it, transporting them away from their troubles to joyous release, the way great musicians have done for centuries.  

The Rev. J. Peyton, his wife Breezy and distant cousin Aaron “Cuz” Persinger are a living breathing embodiment of the traditions and hard work ethic native to their Brown County, Indiana home.

“This is our first time in Northern Ireland,” said Rev Peyton. “We have been to the UK before, and to Ireland, but not to Northern Ireland. We are very excited about it. Looking forward to meeting some great new people and trying some great new food.

“Being on the road is a necessary evil to playing music, and I am in love with playing music. There are hardships sure, but you also get to meet great people, see great places, eat great food, and so much more. It makes you a better person. You are more well rounded. It opens up your eyes.”

Letting local fans know what they should expect from the Belfast show he said: “Real, from the heart music played with intensity. You will get the full ticket price show, no matter what.

“I hope to maybe be back in Europe in the spring, but I don’t know if we’ll make it to Northern Ireland then. Folks will have to make sure to see us this time,” he added.

Tickets for the Belfast show are on sale now from all usual outlets.