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APPALACHIA MODERNA

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Inspiration for a song can come from anywhere. The inspiration for "Sacred Dirt" came from a Bosch (Amazon TV) episode, where Bosch discovers the burial place of this mother in the desert. “Sacred Dirt” is our 13th release. 

 

Inspired by Bosch [TV show]

Harry Bosch: Finally found her [Bosch’s mother]. An unmarked grave. 

Madeline Bosch: That's awful. 

Harry Bosch: Well... you know, Mads [Bosch’s daughter Madeline], I've come to believe that it really doesn't matter where you end up. Under a fancy stone or... somewhere out in the desert. It's all sacred ground. So long as your people know where you are. 

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Soulful vocals, traditional melodies, and slide guitar find harmony in Appalachia Moderna, a collaboration between Jaida James and Jeffrey Scornavacca.

 

It’s not often that a band’s name perfectly reflects the sound of their music, but in Appalachia Moderna’s case, it fits to a T. Duo Jaida James and Jeff Scornavacca’s melodies would have felt at home with the rich, emotive ballads and blues of centuries past, while the production surprises with edgy slide guitars and bold percussion. Their songs are dramatic and emotional, feeling both vast and intimate at the same time. 

 

Jaida and Jeff chose "Appalachia Moderna" as their band name as their melody inspiration could have been from a 100 years ago but the production is much more modern. It's a unique combination of words that reflect their unique combination of music.

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"Wow. Gorgeous stuff. I love the way you balance sounds and styles in this. It all combines into something bigger than the sum of its parts — and a fabulous backdrop for the beautifully bittersweet and crystalline vocals, which seem to float above the whole affair elegantly. Thanks for sharing this, best of luck and keep up the great work.”

 

- Canadian music blogger Tinnitist

 

Our latest release, "Sacred Dirt" is available on your favorite streaming sites now!

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