Bear’s Den is a band that knows the road well. Even before releasing their debut album Islands last year, the band made quite the cult following with their relentless touring. Combining traditional folk elements (read: awesome banjo and stunning lyrics) with the atmospherics of electric guitar and synths, the band no surprise takes their influences from a wide array of artists. We asked the band to make a playlist of their favorite songs to listen to while on tour, and we were not disappointed with the result. It’s a perfect summer playlist, Taylor Swift and all. Those of you attending Lollapalooza this year can see them play, trust us you won’t want to miss it.
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1. Jerry Reed – Eastbound & Down
Road tripping anthem from country pickin’ legend. – Joey Haynes
2. Willie Nelson – On the Road Again
The king of the tour songs. – Joey Haynes
3. Tears For Fears – Everybody Wants To Rule The World
This song has been on heavy rotation on the bus – just a classic from the opening synth tinkle to the guitar solo fade out. – Joey Haynes
4. Townes Van Zandt – Tecumseh Valley
The ultimate feelgood song. –Joey Haynes
5. Gladys Knight & The Pips – Midnight Train To Georgia
When the sun’s gone down, but your destination is still hours away. – Joey Haynes
6. Elvis Presley – In The Ghetto
Perfect for driving through Memphis late at night. – Joey Haynes
7. Bob Dylan – Stuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues Again
Perfect when you wish you were driving through Memphis late at night. – Joey Haynes
8. Shania Twain – Man, I Feel Like A Woman
Because sometimes, you just do. – Joey Haynes
9. Bryan Adams – Summer of 69
If you haven’t sussed it out yet, we’re suckers for a bit of nostalgia (and puerile title jokes). – Joey Haynes
10. Taylor Swift – Style
Massive tune from the biggest pop star on the planet. – Joey Haynes
