Sandshone

Sandshone is an American rock duo formed by long-time friends Evan Lacy and Max Midgett, who met in high school, bonding over a shared love of classic rock and psychedelia, particularly <a href="spotify:artist:0k17h0D3J5VfsdmQ1iZtE9" data-name="Pink Floyd">Pink Floyd</a>. Initially a solo project by Evan in 2018, Sandshone became a full-fledged band in 2023 when Max joined. Evan, the principal songwriter, handles drums, bass, rhythm guitar, and vocals, while Max takes on lead guitar, blending their talents into a sound that fuses rock, blues, and folk influences. Heavily inspired by legends like <a href="spotify:artist:3WrFJ7ztbogyGnTHbHJFl2" data-name="The Beatles">The Beatles</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:6ZLTlhejhndI4Rh53vYhrY" data-name="Ozzy Osbourne">Ozzy Osbourne</a>-era <a href="spotify:artist:5M52tdBnJaKSvOpJGz8mfZ" data-name="Black Sabbath">Black Sabbath</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:36QJpDe2go2KgaRleHCDTp" data-name="Led Zeppelin">Led Zeppelin</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:7x83XhcMbOTl1UdYsPTuZM" data-name="Tom Waits">Tom Waits</a>, <a href="spotify:artist:6ra4GIOgCZQZMOaUECftGN" data-name="Frank Zappa">Frank Zappa</a>, and <a href="spotify:artist:67ea9eGLXYMsO2eYQRui3w" data-name="The Who">The Who</a>, Sandshone’s evolving sound is both experimental and grounded. The duo has released two albums— Sandshone and Yesterday Is Here—alongside nine singles and two compilations, establishing their presence in the music scene. Their debut live performance on May 31, 2024, at Neighborhood Yoga in Boone, North Carolina, showcased their raw energy and ability to captivate audiences. Currently, Sandshone is recording their third album, set for release in early 2025. With a focus on creativity and self-expression, they aim to keep pushing musical boundaries while staying true to their roots, connecting deeply with listeners through their music.