Limited edition CD cover
Change is never easy, especially when it happens so suddenly, and so swiftly. Since its inception, SOM has seen many additions to our lineup, but had no departures. Then in 2013, two founding members (Jason Hohl and Jereb Scott) and one new member (Amber Scott) left the band. Our friendships remained intact, but we, the remaining members, were left asking ourselves, “Now what?” Out of that question, Chapter was born.
What began as jam sessions around kitchen tables has become a seasoned live band that performs throughout the Pacific Northwest, and a well-received album to our name. With the new EP, Chapter, we embrace the old band, while welcoming the new direction that always comes with change. Old and new members are featured on this release, with songs that showcase our old style and, without looking back, explore some new directions as well.
SOM has always had a strong love of the traditional, but we love the modern elements as well; our interpretation of “Ye Jacobites”, the first track on our new release, is a perfect example. It’s a risky move to start off with something so different from what we have ever done, but we ask that you give it a chance.
So now what? As one of our founding members has said time and again, “We’re friends first, and a band second.” With that we turn the page on a chapter in our history together, happy and grateful for what has happened, but looking forward to what’s next. — Josh Curll, Sons of Malarkey
© 2020 Sons of Malarkey LLC. All Rights Reserved.
