Parker Barrow, On Tour In The UK With Canadian Rockers The Damn Truth, Release 'Hold The Mash' EP
- Stevie Connor
- 2 hours ago
- 3 min read
Photo Credit: Ryan Alexander
If you’ve followed the trajectory of Parker Barrow since their debut album Jukebox Gypsies, you know this Nashville-based husband-and-wife duo, Megan Kane (lead vocals) and Dylan Turner (drums), has never been content to merely follow the script. With the addition of guitarist and musical director Alex Bender, the band’s creative palette has expanded dramatically, and their new 5-track EP Hold The Mash proves that Parker Barrow are evolving in exciting, unexpected ways.
Hold The Mash arrives as a confident, sophisticated statement. Tracks like “Make It” charge in with unapologetic swagger, while “Glass Eyes Crying” and “Olivia Lane” reveal layers of nuance, tension, and emotional depth. But it’s the standout single “The Healer” that truly showcases the band’s adventurous spirit, a psychedelic-tinged organ solo by Eric Safka, inventive guitar work from Alex Bender, and Megan Kane’s soaring vocals coalesce into something wholly unique, a track that redefines what Parker Barrow can be.
The EP captures the trio at their collaborative best. From voice memos in a basement to fully fleshed-out recordings, the creative journey resonates in every note. Dylan Turner lays down grooves that are both heavy and subtle, Alex Bender injects inventive riffs and dynamic textures, and Megan Kane’s vocals soar above it all with a rare combination of soul, power, and nuance. The EP traverses styles effortlessly, blending Rock, Blues, Southern Rock, and Soul into a sound that feels vintage yet unmistakably contemporary.
The influences are there, Allman Brothers, Tedeschi Trucks, The Black Crowes, but Parker Barrow have distilled these touchstones into a signature sound that’s entirely their own.
Beyond the studio, Parker Barrow’s reputation as a live force is equally formidable. Their UK tour supporting Canadian rockers The Damn Truth promises to be a masterclass in energy, groove, and sheer rock ‘n’ roll joy. And with their upcoming appearance on the sold-out Rock Legends XIII Cruise alongside legends like Gene Simmons, Blue Öyster Cult, REO Speedwagon, and more, it’s clear that Parker Barrow are not just a band to watch, they are a band to experience, in every sense of the word.
In a musical landscape where authenticity often feels rare, Parker Barrow deliver with warmth, depth, and unrelenting passion. Hold The Mash is more than an EP — it’s a celebration of musicality, storytelling, and the enduring power of Southern rock infused with heart and soul.
For fans of classic influences and contemporary edge alike, this is a release that demands your attention. Parker Barrow, Megan Kane, Dylan Turner, Alex Bender, and Eric Safka, are not just keeping rock alive, they are redefining it, one track at a time.
THE DAMN TRUTH - NOVEMBER 2026 UK TOUR
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS PARKER BARROW
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM THE GIG CARTEL
NORWICH WATERFRONT STUDIO
WEDNESDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2025
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139-141 King St, Norwich, NR1 1QH
LEEK FOXLOWE ARTS
THURSDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2025
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Stockwell Street, Leek, ST13 6AD
MANCHESTER ACADEMY
FRIDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2025
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Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR
SHEFFIELD CORPORATION
SATURDAY 15 NOVEMBER 2025
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2 Milton Street, Sheffield, S1 4JU
GALASHIELS, MAC ARTS
SUNDAY 16 NOVEMBER 2025
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Bridge Street, Galashiels TD1 1SP
GLASGOW ORAN MOR
MONDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2025
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Top of Byres Road, Glasgow, G12 8QX
NEWCASTLE CLUNY
TUESDAY 18 NOVEMBER 2025
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36 Lime Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, NE1 2PQ
LEEDS BRUDENELL
WEDNESDAY 19 NOVEMBER 2025
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33 Queen's Rd, Leeds, LS6 1NY
BEDFORD ESQUIRES
THURSDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2025
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60A Bromham Road, Bedford, MK40 2QG
LONDON UNDERWORLD
FRIDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2025
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174 Camden High Street, London, NW1 9DL
BRIDGWATER COBBLESTONES
SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER 2025
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71 Eastover, Bridgwater, TA6 5AP
CARDIFF GLOBE
SUNDAY 23 NOVEMBER 2025
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125 Albany Road, Cardiff, Wales, CF24 3NSA
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About the Writer:
Stevie Connor is a Scottish-born polymath of the music scene, known for his work as a musician, composer, journalist, and radio pioneer.
He is the founder of Blues & Roots Radio and The Sound Cafe Magazine, platforms that have become global hubs for blues, roots, folk, Americana, and world music.
A juror for national music awards including the JUNO Awards and the Canadian Folk Music Awards, Stevie’s deep passion for music and storytelling continues to connect artists and audiences across cultures and continents.
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