Loic J Tuckey’s latest creative endeavors showcase a profound connection to the American West, reflecting its spirit through both his music and writing. His debut album, Beyond The Sun Road, is a sonic exploration of the golden age of American road trips, blending elements of Americana, alternative rock, blues, folk, and ambient lounge jazz. The 12 tracks weave together a rich array of influences, from mid-20th century rock and R&B to surf, swampy blues, and psychedelia, brought to life by Tuckey’s twangy guitar and versatile voice, which carries traditional blues tones with clean, gentle, and gruff nuances.
The creation of Beyond The Sun Road was an immersive and authentic experience. Much of the album was conceived while Tuckey traveled the American highways, with lyrics scrawled on diner napkins and melodies recorded on his phone in various motel rooms. This organic approach captures the essence of the American road trip, translating fleeting moments and vivid scenes into musical snapshots. The titular track embodies this journey, featuring relentless driving drums and gritty guitar lines that symbolize the endless road. The lyrics reflect Tuckey’s real-life experiences, preserving the visual and conversational fragments that linger long after the journey ends.
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Recorded at Sheffield’s Hatch Studio with contributions from local musicians like Jim Ghedi and Zebedee Budworth, the album was polished and finalized at Candyland Studios in Kentucky by Mike Montgomery, resulting in a cohesive and refined final product.
Alongside his musical pursuits, Tuckey has also ventured into writing, completing his debut novella, Cowboy Butchers. This work, inspired by classic Italian westerns and the Lincolnshire banger, further showcases his ability to merge various cultural and artistic influences. With over 15 years in the Sheffield music scene, Tuckey’s diverse musical style and storytelling prowess are enriched by his deep-rooted experiences, culminating in a unique and innovative debut album.
Beyond The Sun Road seamlessly blends Americana, indie-folk, swampy blues, and alternative soundscapes, marking an impactful and inventive debut for Loic J Tuckey.
TRACKLIST
1. Now Then, Texas Red
2. A Dog Knows
3. Beyond The Sun Road
4. Pardon Me, Ma’am
5. Roaming Harmony
6. Dead Man’s .45
7. Why Do You Kill Yourself Working?
8. No Greater Love
9. Think About The Good
10. By The Moon To Rhyolite
11. Tucumcari Train
12. Big Iron
About Loic J Tuckey
Loaded with his customised Mexican Fender Telecaster, Loic J Tuckey spends his days creating music of many styles and genres to best complement his morning mood. Taking inspiration from Italian film scores, Tarantino soundtracks and traditional blues, Cuban and exotica grooves, Loic claims to have no idea what he and his guitar will get up to in any given studio session. In the past, Loic has played and toured extensively with post-punk band Wooderson and Math Rock duo Che Ga Zebra. These days you’ll find Loic playing blues and American-influenced music alone in bars and venues or rocking with his band.
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