Corey Stevenson Band
By Kreig Marks, July 2024
TRR: Could you tell us about how your band formed and what inspired you to start making music together?
CS: Our band was formed at Harrah’s Cherokee casino. We all respected each other’s musicianship and realized we all had a common goal of it in the music industry. That’s why we started playing together.
TRR: What would you say sets your music apart from other emerging rock bands today?
CS: I would say high energy, and elite level musicianship.
TRR: How would you describe your band's sound and style? Are there any specific artists or bands that have influenced your music?
CS: I would describe our band as Appalachian Rock, a mix between blues, country and rock. Some of the biggest influences would be Govt Mule, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Police, Rush, SRV, Jimi Hendrix, Waylon Jennings and more.
TRR: What has been the biggest challenge your band has faced so far, and how did you overcome it?
CS: Getting recognition or any kind of notoriety. We haven’t completely overcome it yet, but we are keeping the roads hot and playing as many gigs as possible.
TRR: Can you share a memorable moment from one of your performances or recording sessions that stands out to you?
CS: Playing with Workin Man Blues with Brent Mason in Nashville at Hilltop Studio.
TRR: What are your short-term and long-term goals as a band? Where do you see yourselves in the next few years?
CS: Long term goal is to be remembered forever for our music. In the next few years we see ourselves touring arenas.
TRR: How do you approach songwriting as a band? Is it a collaborative process, or does each member contribute individually?
CS: Both. When ideas strike, we put them to use, whether it’s one of us or all of us.