Redemption River

What started as two kids in high school playing away in their small town 12-man marching band turned into getting hitched and writing rock n' roll music. Redemption River, comprised of husband and wife Taran and Katelynn Smith, is keeping the timeless sounds of rock n' roll alive while adding in some of their country roots. This Saint Louis based band got its start while singer-songwriter/guitarist Taran Smith was stationed in San Diego, California during his enlistment in the US Navy. During the couple's time in California, they started playing as a duo, but realized the songs they wrote were missing something: that soulful rock 'n roll sound. After Taran's enlistment ended in 2020, they moved back to their home in the fields of northern Missouri and began to write what is now their self- titled debut album. Their album flowed as singer-songwriter Katelynn Smith wrote together with Taran from their hearts in the complimentary sound of rock harmonies and bold melodies that would soon become what Redemption River was truly meant to be. In 2021, Redemption River moved to Saint Louis and started working with Saint Louis/ Nashville based producer John Strandell to produce their full length debut album. The band’s self-titled debut album dropped June 2023 which includes a total of seven original songs. Redemption River is currently working on their second album and are eager to continue to tell stories through their music and share them on the stage.