Hailing from Kvalsund, Norway, the Down South Pepper Band, also known as DSP Band, has for years been serving up their own brand of Americana and country style music. Formed by the core members Rune Nyby and Per Øyvind Mathisen, with occasional collaborations from talented musicians like Lars Rune Rebbestad, Nils Mathisen and Eivind Kløverød, DSP Band has been winning over audiences with their original sonic vision for over a decade.
The band’s music serves as a reflection of their observations and experiences, often drawing inspiration from real-life individuals and incidents. Their storytelling is at the centre of their songwriting output, with songs that connect on a personal and relatable level.
Their unique sound has found a global audience, earning them extensive support from independent country radio stations worldwide and securing placements on the International Country Music Chart. Having made their debut in 2013 with “My Coal is Burning Again,” DSP Band has consistently delivered well-received singles, creating an impressive discography that has earned acclaim from fans worldwide.
Now they bring us their latest release with the brand new single titled “Hand in my Pocket,” a playful mash up of country, blues and rockabilly styles, brought to life with the guest musicians Lars Rune Rebbestad and Eivind Kløverød. Framed by the context of wealthy people running into others always dipping into their pockets and depleting their personal fortunes, “Hand in my Pocket” sees DSP Band continue to deliver their catchy, rhythmic and enduring sound.
Opened by the tumbling twang of guitar tones, the shuffle of drums and walking bass line set up a grooving backdrop for the rich lead vocals to thread storytelling lyricism. Full of charming songwriting, slick musicianship and memorable melodic lines, “Hand in my Pocket” captures a fun and timeless country jam.
It’s a superb display of their original sound and performance panache which brings a classic style alive for a modern audience. Paired with the single is the music video that sees the themes of the lyrics played out with various characters from a priest to a judge snatching the singer’s wallet right out of his pocket.
Watch the music video for Hand in my Pocket below
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