Appalachian Smoke - Appalachian Smoke

"Nashville Blues" was born out of Tim William's people watching. He observed that everyone in the ecosystem of music intently wants something. But that something is different for each person. He had heard songs about how Nashville has the ability…
Appalachian Smoke - "Growing Lonely"

Appalachian Smoke - "Growing Lonely"

The time of harvest in the fall triggers a heap of senses in one’s mind that can uproot so many memories. “Growing Lonely” is written about a seasoned farmer that finds himself harvesting the same results emotionally despite his attempt…
Appalachian Smoke - "Don't Wash Away Our Home"

Appalachian Smoke - "Don't Wash Away Our Home"

"Don't Wash Away Our Home" is based on the events of the 1940 flood in the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina. Cloudbursts, torrential rains and landslides claimed millions in damage and a few lives. "One of many hard times the…
Appalachian Smoke - "There Goes My Heart Again"

Appalachian Smoke - "There Goes My Heart Again"

"There Goes My Heart Again" is, as it sounds, about heartbreak. Deceived by promises of endless love, the singer finds themselves heartbroken as their partner's affection vanishes like fleeting seasons. These types of songs are a big part of…
Appalachian Smoke - "Good at Gone"

Appalachian Smoke - "Good at Gone"

"Good at Gone" is a story of using the aggravation of failures to fuel the never-ending pursuit of something worthwhile. You can feel the shifts between restlessness, disappointment, and hope in the chords.