Gunpowder & Grenades

The Hackens Boys

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A captivating tune that is a perfect listen for country music lovers.

Shenandoah Valley, West Virginia-based musical group, The Hackens Boys, is a “high-energy six-piece” band with solid country roots. They take influence from alternative, modern, and classic country, as well as red dirt and rock. As a result, the band crafts distinctive tracks with “heartfelt melodic storytelling.” Since their debut in 2005, The Hackens Boys’ music has evolved from its “campfire jam session” origins into a top-notch band. They have toured the Mid-Atlantic, and they have released award-winning songs along the way. The Hacken Boys’ music is available on Spotify, YouTube, and their own website. Their latest release is the country single, “Gunpowder & Grenades.” The song additionally has an accompanying lyric video.

“Gunpowder & Grenades” is full of guitar-play to accent the heavy country inspirations. Lyrics like “Them kids ’round here ain’t got much to do, too young for life, too old for school” and “There’s a party out on west end lane, you’re wishing small towns didn’t stay the same” are exploratory; they look at the experiences of small-town living and deliver reminiscence with rich vocals. Overall, they give us a feeling of home wherever we roam. There is nothing about this song that defies deep country vibes. The Hackens Boys give us the perfect tune, and it will have plenty of country lovers singing along. So, stream The Hackens Boys “Gunpowder and Grenades” today for that deep, old-time nostalgia of true country music.

Shari Hirsch

Chicago based writer and creative. Fan of 80’s horror, fancy coffee drinks, and late night drives.