A new female-focused workspace and social club opens in downtown Columbia, A winning Powerball ticket was sold in South Carolina. We couldnt be there so we thought why not write a song with our record label and give the proceeds to flood relief victims which will give locally? What about yourself do you love most? I learned that, and that was a blessing with this song. A: Ill go with Eastern-style because I love it and Im from there. "We both have strong career goals but are really committed to not letting emotions cloud business," Chamryk says. To see all the comments and the songs getting playlisted and things like that, its amazing, man. A North Carolina couple found their musical voices in a historic house in Chatham County. From The Winners to The Students- Advice for Jimmy Awards Nominees! Find out more on Parmalee and their lead singer Matt at: https://www.parmaleemusic.com/. Parmalee could have their third consecutive No. He was in a band with his dad growing up as a kid, and we met Josh and hit it off, and we wanted to start writing our own music. A: Its just a whole different ballgame, but its pretty amazing. We needed it. Josh will go with Lexington-style. The band, named after their hometown Parmele, N.C., is made up of bothers Matt (lead vocals) and Scott (drums) Thomas, their cousin Barry Knox (bass), and childhood friend Josh McSwain (guitar). Get the latest Swagger Scoop right in your inbox. 9,686 Followers, 168 Following, 53 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Matt Thomas (@parmaleematt) We were in co-write session and that was one of the deas that a co-writer had, Thomas tells Everything Nash. A. We had written with Ashley before, and we needed a follow-up to Just The Way. They had this ideaTake My Name. Matt Thomas from @Parmalee joined Leeanne Whitehouse to chat about their new record "For You."The 13-track album includes the multi-national, Platinum-certif. Its pretty much just something weve dreamt of doing our whole career. "But once we saw the bride and groom smiling and watched everyone there put two and two together, it turned out to be a really special moment.". Thats it. Do you guys remember anything you particularly liked about the area? The band got kicked out of their own video shoot. Josh, he and his wife bought a camper and they went camping, and Barry had a baby, and Scott got married. The general rule out here is you need to be here to win. Q. Black Incorporated Magazine Empowering and Inspiring Canadian Black Executives and Entrepreneurs. "It was the perfect tribute to them and the spontaneity we both share. We just got up there and started playing.". A. 1 singles, first with "Just the Way," their collaboration with Blanco Brown, followed by their mega-hit, "Take My Name," which became the No. Put ramekins on a baking sheet. | Website by Web Publisher PRO, A Year-Round Guide to Franklin and Nantahala, Destination Dining Guide: Eastern North Carolina, Destination Dining: Triad Restaurant Guide, The Chatham Rabbits Find the Harmony of Home. Parmalee is a quartet that is mostly a family band. Then later this year, theyll be opening for country star Walker Hayes on a major tour. So mix that with the fact that country still really revolves around the lyrical content is what I would say gives it its swag factor. Prior to the formation of Parmalee, Matt and Scott performed with their father in a group entitled Jerry Thomas and the Thomas Brothers Band. By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and that you have read our Privacy Policy. The Southeast has a lot of music down there. Q: Your 2013 breakout hit Carolina is a love song, but features a prominent lyrical nod to your home state. You guys have played in Columbia before, right? Quine is a digital marketing coordinator for the Grand Ole Opry and the former digital editor of Our State. Much like their older music, Carolina had a more Southern rock sound and even jumped genres and found itself on pop stations. So, its almost like somebody has an idea and we bounce it off each other. In 2013, the song "Carolina" captured the hearts and ears of country fans across America. Matt Thomas wrote 12 . Lead singer of the country band Parmalee. DK: Parmalee is mostly a family band, with your brother Scott, your cousin Barry, and your friend, Josh McSwain. Matt Thomas: Me and my brother Scott and our first cousin, Barry, grew up around music, with my dad being in a band. It was just a collaboration of things we had started and its crazy how things happen sometime. Parmalee also released a live acoustic album entitled Unplugged and a documentary-style DVD, Inside Live. Youre all good, I think everybody could use that anytime, you know? Weve got some great new songs on the burner. Thomas: We wrote it at a time when I felt that everybody needed something positive, and later when the pandemic hit, you couldnt have a better timing for our theme for this song. We were always like, Ill believe it when I see it, and I still feel that way. The two exchanged speeches along with a celebratory shot of Don Julio tequila. Women work very differently than men and most work spaces are designed with males at the forefront, said Stephanie Isaacs. We used to go fishing in the Outer Banks with my grandmother when I was a kid, so thats an awesome spot. 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All the Celebrity Couples Who Broke Up in 2023, Are Teen Mom' Alum Ryan Edwards and Mackenzie Still Together? Q. DK: On your latest album, I also like your song Greatest Hits which has a fun title and lyrics. Were always likePositive uptempo. If its a love song and its positive and uptempo, its probably going to be the one that [the label will choose]. A: Well, were continuing to tour. Matt joins Country Music Made Me to talk about his early days of receiving his first guitar, his first band (Earl. Are Tarek and Christina Still Business Partners After 'Flip or Flop'? It reached number 1 on the Country Airplay chart in December 2013. Watch the video for their number one smash Just The Way featuring Blanco Brown below: UK-based entertainment site offering news, reviews, interviews, features and much more! In 2006, they went to Los Angeles to begin recording with producer Stevo Bruno. Both wounded men were transported to the Carolinas Medical Center. Scott Thomas and Lexia Chamryk are deeply in love Instagram Scott Thomas and Lexia Chamryk tied the knot in October 2020 with a "spontaneous" Las Vegas wedding ceremony, according to People.. "For You" was originally released on July 30, 2021 as digital-download-only. I remember listening to and I was like, its a good song, I just dont want to think about that right now. This is the first time that we ever dropped both the song and the video at the same time, so it was great to finally do that correctly.. Its our claim to fame. Feb 3, 2022. It comes from everywhere. Theres something about knowing youre only an hour from the coast. Are you guys writing? "Lots of plans to continue our lifestyle of spontaneous travel once the world opens back up," they say about their honeymoon preparations. Lets see whats up with her. He immediately got in touch with her, and next thing you know, shes on board with our management team and we started working with her. Bake for 25-35 minutes, until puffed and golden. Girl In Mine is available on digital service providers by clicking here. Celebrities Who Have Proudly Posted Naked Photos, What Your Favorite Celebs Are Doing This Week, Are MAFS Stars Chris and Paige Still Together? A: Its great. It might not have worked for us but it was a number one song for him. And after all of that, the country hitmakers only stayed for nine minutes. If we couldve talked to ourselves four years ago and said, Hey, get ready. They were like, Whoatheres something there on that one (laughs). Well be in the studio this week, and were continuing to write and record. We took that idea and parlayed it into a relationship song. Details, 'OutDaughtered' Star Danielle Busby's Transformation From Wife to Mom, Meet Return to Amishs Sabrinas Newborn: Cutest Photos of Baby No. We had this party we put on every year called Uncle Rons Party. It would be awesome. So she sang on it, and it was really cool to have that happen the way it did. Your new album For You is now out in the world. A: The song is all about home and how, when you come back home, people you love can make you feel like youre home no matter what. Now, theyve expanded to a 64-acre farm in Guilford. Parmalee Guitarists Matt Thomas and Josh McSwain Talk Music, Gear and Overcoming Adversity. Getting to see the world and play music is amazing. Parmalee's "Day Drinkin'" was featured second in Twisted Tea's two-part commercial series, "Unwind With a Twist". DK: I like your ballad, Forget You, that features new artist Avery Anna. Thats something were tossing around to get started on. Then later this year, were going out on tour with Walker Hayes. We wanted to keep it going and keep having a party for everybody This just made sense where we are now in our career, so we tied that into ECU. I wouldnt have known that you hadnt actually conceptualised this as a body of work. The song led to both their production and record deals. Thomas was shot in the leg, stomach, and chest. The way it all came about was crazy. Q: What can your fans look forward to in the coming months? Just The Way was doing great and we didnt know if were going to get one more single or an EP, but we knew there had to be a song after Just The Way. Thats just been a dream. 2.1K views, 6 likes, 0 loves, 4 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from BARN '49: Matt Thomas from Parmalee joined Leeanne Whitehouse to chat about their new record "For You." The 13-track. What is it like being in a band with your family? All free. "But it was totally worth it. [5] Burris was killed and Hinton wounded in the lower half of his body. "I'm excited to have someone to share music, family and ultimately, life with," Chamryk says. They are signed to the Stoney Creek division of BBR Music Group and have released three studio albums: Feels Like Carolina, 27861, and For You. It will be about all the stuff weve been through, the ups and downs. A. The song began thanks to an idea from one of the songs co-writers. No BS. Everybody thought we were gonna be back in six weeks but after a while we had to talk and said, look, guys, we need a break from each other, we need a break from all this, theres nothing we can do. Matt Thomas is known for his work on Outside Tracks (2017), Meet Me for Coffee (2020) and Fox and Friends (1998). Sleep Soundly This Mothers Day with the Everlasting Comfort Body Pillow, Lab Facility Continues to Provide Support to Various Organizations and Change Lives. They hit it big in the summer of 2012 after their single, Musta Had a Good Time, started making the charts. Scott clarifies: "I can say the car wasn't in the pool. It was even worth the time Parmalee spent hiding in the venue before the first dance. We were trying to do an EP and the label suggested that we put an album out. Opportunities are coming in and shows are coming in, whether its TV or radio things like that. Weve always wanted to do that and weve not been able to yet. The song marked the groups third No. Do you want to jump in? And Im like, Yeah, lets do it. And it ends up being a hit. Could you paint a picture of the town for me? Out West, too, there are always cool crowds. How many phone numbers and DMs do you get on a daily basis? Its great because its like a new start, its fresh. [4] They had just finished playing at The Money, a bar in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on September 21, and were in their RV when Dytavis Hinton and Demorrio Burris entered the vehicle with a handgun demanding money. What does your community and the area mean to you? You never know. It's dinner and an acoustic performance - just for you! So when we were working on Greatest Hits, they asked me, Why dont we get Fitz on this song? I said, Hell yeah, Im in. 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