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Did You Know
- • Moreland's early musical endeavors involved playing in hardcore and metal bands.
- • Tulsa, Oklahoma, became Moreland's adopted hometown and a significant influence on his sound.
- • The stripped-down album *High on Tulsa Heat* marked a pivotal shift towards Americana.
- • He once worked as a bridge inspector before fully committing to music.
- • Moreland blends folk, blues, and rock influences into a unique and raw Americana style.
- • Jason Isbell championed Moreland early on, bringing wider attention to his songwriting.
- • "It Don't Suit Me (Like Before)" is a signature song, showcasing his introspective lyrics.
- • His music resonates with listeners seeking authentic narratives of struggle and resilience.
- • Though critically acclaimed, Moreland remains largely outside mainstream music awards.
- • Moreland's honest songwriting has cemented his legacy as a 'songwriter's songwriter'.
Locations in Lyrics
14 location references across 8 songs
Songs & Places
Hang Me in the Tulsa County Stars
Tulsa County, OK
Nashville, TN
Indian Nation, OK
"Hang me in the Tulsa County stars"
High on Tulsa Heat
Tulsa, OK
"We were high on Tulsa heat"
Cleveland County Blues
Oklahoma
Cleveland County, OK
Norman, OK
Tornado Alley, OK
"endless Oklahoma sky"
Blue Dream Carolina
North Carolina
South Carolina
"Blue dream Carolina"
Sallisaw Blue
Sallisaw, OK
"Arkansas River, Sallisaw blue"
Nobody Gives a Damn About Songs Anymore
Texas
Tennessee
Tulsa, OK
"Should I go Texas or Tennessee"
East October
North Carolina
"North Carolina in East October"
Cherokee
Cherokee
Main Street
Cherokee Nation, OK
"Cherokee"
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Region: Northeast Oklahoma / Green Country
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