But there are different pockets everywhere that love (country music). 1 country hit. It was pretty cool to be able to do that for the community. What inspired you all to write it? 1 hit with "Just the Way" the first single from Parmalee's 2021 album, For You brothers Matt and Scott Thomas grew up in the small town of Parmele, North Carolina. My voice with the melodies of the song make it pretty unique. As for what made this the right time to get married? Once we figured out that we were good. Fatherly Magazine, Fatherly advice for the modern Canadian dad. And I told David, Hit her up. (function($) {window.fnames = new Array(); window.ftypes = new Array();fnames[0]='EMAIL';ftypes[0]='email';fnames[1]='FNAME';ftypes[1]='text';fnames[2]='LNAME';ftypes[2]='text';}(jQuery));var $mcj = jQuery.noConflict(true); SWAGGER is North Americas premier digital first Modern Mens Luxury Lifestyle Publication. You guys are from North Carolina and even named a song after the Carolinas. Matt Thomas of Parmalee talks family, new music, and his love for the Carolinas By Angelica Iglesias Special to GoColumbia Updated November 08, 2018 3:37 PM Parmalee is made up of brothers. It was good for us and it also gave me time to write. ', Bride Celebrates Wedding with Mannequin Version of Groom After He Gets Food Poisoning: 'Bittersweet'. Hell yeah! You guys have played in Columbia before, right? This is right along the same lanes of everything were doing, speaking right to a girl. It just had a vibe. Parmaleeis a multi-platinum-selling band that has been able to stand the test of time through their sheer determination and moving music. The song marked the groups third No. Weve been together this week, five out of seven days and its going to be like that for the rest of the year until maybe December or January. I got to say the beach. The barn that we practiced in is behind that white store in the backyard of this house. Parmalee's Matt Thomas Talks RV Living, Working With Nikki Sixx & Hotdamalama I always try to find a positive light in something, and not be disgruntled about a lot of things. Parmalee's "Day Drinkin'" was featured second in Twisted Tea's two-part commercial series, "Unwind With a Twist". When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. In 2006, they went to Los Angeles to begin recording with producer Stevo Bruno. 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. Youd be surprised when you come to the Northeast and see these country music crowds. We didnt know we were gonna put it out, we just ended up with a bunch of songs we all really liked. Papadatos is a Greek-American journalist and educator that has authored over 19,000 original articles over the past 16 years. Yeah, were not alone. Im ready. Jake Owen is a good friend of ours and we always have fun doing stuff with him. 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. Lead singer Matt Thomas wrote "Girl in Mine" with Ashley Gorley, Casey Brown . Your new song Just The Way is all about loving others and yourself just the way you/they are. Then at the end of the showcase, I asked him, Hey, if you did sign us, what would you have us do? And he said, Id have you go work with a guy named Rick Beato. You might know Rick now because hes famous for his YouTube music channel. Details, 'OutDaughtered' Star Danielle Busby's Transformation From Wife to Mom, Meet Return to Amishs Sabrinas Newborn: Cutest Photos of Baby No. "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.". Parmalee is an American country music band consisting of brothers Matt Thomas (lead vocals, guitar) and Scott Thomas (drums), along with their cousin Barry Knox (bass) and Josh McSwain (guitar), who is a best friend since childhood. Following the release, Parmalee spent nearly 2 years touring and promoting their album. We wrote the song and we had two or three different versions of it. The way it all came about was crazy. With a flexible spatula, remove strata to. Weve always wanted to bring a big show back to Greenville. 6, Meet the Cast of TLC's 'Seeking Brother Husband: Premiere Details, More, SAG Awards 2023 Red Carpet: Photos of the Best and Worst Dressed Stars, The Ette Hotel Brings The White Lotus World To Life: Get Details, Farrah Abrahams Daughter Sophia Gets 6 Piercings for Her 14th Birthday, See Sister Wives Christine and BF Davids Cutest Moments: Photos, Inside '90 Day Fiance Stars Memphis and Hamzas Custody Battle, Gone Too Soon! Valentine's Day isn't always special for everyone - but don't worry, iHeartCountry is coming to the rescue. Q. "It was super cool to experience a couple of our songs with them in that way," Thomas says. Parmalee is celebrating two back-to-back No. "I'm excited to have someone to share music, family and ultimately, life with," Chamryk says. What is it like being in a band with your family? Its not done, right. Its family, so we all have the same goal. Go have a vacation, do what you got to do personally, take care of whatever you need to take care of, and not think about having to get out there and do it. Final question: What is one piece of fashion swag you never leave home without when going out on tour? We just got up there and started playing.". The rising go-to resource for the ambitious, successful and influential gentlemen of today. SWAGGER isnt just style, its a way of LIFE. Swagger Magazine sat down with Parmalees great lead singer Matt to find out more about the bands music, his own swagger, and just how many Instagram DMs he gets on a daily basis. As for bachelor and bachelorette celebrations, Chamryk joined some friends including Taylor Lautner and his girlfriend Tay Dome as they wined and dined at the vineyards of Paso Robles. Part of their appeal is the way they hone their lyrics and music for the everyday person and building that direct connection with their fanbase through personal storytelling. They did the drone stuff, he said. Womens Magazine. Parmalee, which consists of vocal lead Matt Thomas and his brother Scott on drums, along with their cousin Barry Knox and childhood friend Josh McSwain, the band has seen a lot of success since they formed in 2001. Find all of their music and upcoming shows at ParmaleeMusic.com. Lidia Jimeno Makes 90 Day Fiance: Love in Paradise Debut, All of the Celebrities Who Got Engaged in 2023 So Far. DK: Thank you Matt for doing this interview. Pip is the Editor of Entertainment Focus and the Managing Director of agency Piata Media. Well be ready for good vibes, beer and live music.. Youll fit in great then wont you? Parmalee drummer Scott Thomas tied the knot with Lexia Chamryk on Monday, Oct. 12 in an intimate and spontaneous! 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. Are you planning to bring this record over to the UK and tour it? The group started when they were teenagers, and they released a few albums (between 2002 & 2008) before they had breakout success in 2013 with their album, Feels Like Carolina (on Stoney Creek Records). Of course, even before Parmalee brought "Take My Name" to the radio airwaves and the dance floor of this particular wedding, the country crooners teased it on the ever-powerful TikTok, and immediately the song began gaining traction. A: Josh (guitarist) would probably say the Blue Ridge Mountains because his mom lives in Flat Rock and he grew up closer to that. Q. Thomas: Yeah, that was a pretty crazy thing (for it to reach #1). Parmalee recently scored a nomination for the 2023 iHeart RadioAwards for "Best Duo/Group of the Year." This news comes after a year of success for the four-piece band made up of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas, their cousin Barry Knox and longtime friend Josh McSwain. For You also includes some notable guest collaborations. Alongside him the band recorded their hit "Musta Had a Good Time" in the back of their RV. The studio reminded me of California, but when I walked outside, something about it felt like home. You know, anytime a positive message comes up in a song, Im always down for it. 60 seconds with Matt Thomas of Parmalee 92.9 The Bull 781 subscribers Subscribe 3 Share 254 views 7 years ago Michele fires as many questions at Matt Thomas of Parmalee in 60 seconds.. Youre just always trying to beat the best song you have, and thats all it really boils down to.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'everythingnash_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_9',118,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-everythingnash_com-medrectangle-4-0'); Parmalee recently earned an iHeartRadio Music Awards nomination, in the all-genre Best Duo / Group of the Year category. We could have left that showcase and said, Screw that guyhes not signing us. But instead I picked his brainI wanted to know what he would do. The book will be more inspirational; it will focus on the positives rather than dwelling on the negatives. 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Thomas was shot in the leg, stomach, and chest. Could you paint a picture of the town for me? Im trying to keep it fun and positive. 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. Thats the easiest thing because you can look at the numbers now; how many streams youre getting or what songs people are commenting about. We just got up there and started playing," Thomas says of. "For You" was originally released on July 30, 2021 as digital-download-only. Kick your feed up a notch with the latest and greatest we know you covet, need or already own. Q. I understand that you do most of the writing. A. Here is how to enter . When we got back together with our manager & producer David Fanning, he was like, Yes, it just not right yet. We had an opportunity to talk with Matt Thomas about the band, their new music and their upcoming Columbia show. With its dishes made using family recipes, this colorful Mexican restaurant in Sanford earned recognition as one of the best new dining spots in the country. 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. Every great band must have a great lead singer (or they will just sound like complete ****! Parmalee has the wedding song of the season with the release of "Take My Name." . And by the time Parmalee played their second song, platinum-certified No. Then about six months later, he came to Nashville and we hung out and became friends. "I'm the last one standing," laughs Thomas, referring to his single relationship status within the band. A lot has changed since you all practiced in that barn back in the early 2000s. [4][6] Hinton pleaded guilty to attempted murder, burglary, attempted armed robbery, and criminal conspiracy; he was sentenced to 20 years in prison with no chance of parole. Whats my purpose? Some people maybe found it wasnt their purpose andthey went on to do something else but for us weve been playing every weekend since we were 15 years old. We're finding out that there's a lot of people out there who really like to have a good time. It has been way more than we have ever expected. Do you guys remember anything you particularly liked about the area? A. Its where youre born and raised. Black Incorporated Magazine Empowering and Inspiring Canadian Black Executives and Entrepreneurs. Scoring this nomination was pretty awesome and epic, he said. 1 single following their hits Carolina and Just the Way with Blanco Brown. Then later this year, were going out on tour with Walker Hayes. How did you team up with Blanco for this song? Matt Thomas, the lead singer of the country group Parmalee, chatted about their new single "Girl In Mine." This catchy country tune has struck a chord with fans that find its simplicity and. "Scott and I were unsure how we felt about the ceremonial aspects of a traditional marriage, so we decided to pay homage to our showbiz heroes and roll up to the Vegas chapel that shared a parking lot with the chapel in which my parents tied the knot 22 years ago," says Chamryk, who works as a concert promoter. "It's kind of funny because we flew into Nashville that day from Texas, and as soon as we landed, we went to our house, changed clothes and sped straight there," says the North Carolina native, who joined his Parmalee bandmates in performing their romantic song "Take My Name" for a very special bride and groom's first dance. Join the Country Crew. Parmalee released the EP Complicated in 2008. Thats it. Q: What can your fans look forward to in the coming months? Its great, man. Then he cuts it and goes number one, and Im sitting there going, damn! (laughs). It was even worth the time Parmalee spent hiding in the venue before the first dance. You go in a room like you would for an appointment and just hash it out with a talk, or we write on the road on the bus. 2023 Update, Inside Teen Moms Ryan and Mackenzie Edwards' Relationship Timeline, Indio Downey Releases Life-Affirming Music Video for 'September', Jordyn Woods Reflects on How Pressures of Fame, Scrutiny Affect Her, Jordyn Woods on Her Future With BF Karl-Anthony Towns: Special Person, Inside the Gabby Petito Case: From Disappearance to Homicide to Lawsuit, Megan Fox and MGK's Relationship Is 'Toxic': 'There Is Concern for Her', Farrah Abraham Slams Mom-Shamers Over Daughter Sophias Piercings. DK: I like your new hit, Take My Name. Can you tell the story behind writing that song? And were adding more concert dates. ', Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker Are Married (Again!) First breaking through with their number one hit Carolina in 2013, the group have since released three albums and been consistently on the charts. A: (Brother and Parmalee drummer) Scott and I grew up in Robersonville, which is two minutes east of Parmele. By Angelica Iglesias Everybody (was in the same situation). Watch the full interview here: Get social with Country 107.1. Theres something about knowing youre only an hour from the coast. On today's show we sit down with Matt Thomas. A: Its great. With two back-to-back hit singles before Girl in Mine, Thomas is aware of the pressure to produce a follow-up hit. What inspired you to write this song? Matt Thomas is known for his work on Outside Tracks (2017), Meet Me for Coffee (2020) and Fox and Friends (1998). Weve always wanted to do that and weve not been able to yet. Were talking about writing a book on the history of what weve been through and the craziness of our life and being in a band. Youll never get that back, a song starting and then growing and growing. With several consecutive hits on country radio, including "Carolina" and "Already Callin' You Mine," homegrown band Parmalee is establishing itself as a beloved national act. Weddings, The Reklaws' Jenna Walker Marries Fianc Ryan Watson on Beach Where They Met as Kids: 'Love of My Life', Country Singer Tyler Barham Marries Fiance Morgan Hauerwas in Montana: 'I Knew She Was the One', Travis Barker Removes Wife Kourtney Kardashian's Garter with His Teeth During Wedding Reception, 'The Bachelorette' 's JoJo Fletcher and Jordan Rodgers Are Married: 'We Feel So Lucky! [7] By May 2011, Thomas was well enough to get behind a drum kit for the first time and the band finally performed their promised label showcase. http://bit.ly/YouTubeLXLSubscr. Weve never been so this will be our first time and Im so excited about that. And Ill never forget when I started playing it for the guys in the band. 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