In conversation following the release of their debut album, Sin & Squalor, and a riotous performance at Nashville's The Basement East to celebrate the project hitting streaming, the group's frontman, Sam Walker, tells PEOPLE that, at its core, "we really tried to be as honest and vulnerable as we could on this record." Read the full article on People.
Clay Street Unit’s Eclectic Sound Shines On Heavily Anticipated Debut Record “Sin & Squalor” [Whiskey Riff]
For a band whose only original music released prior to 2025 came in the form of an EP in 2022, Clay Street Unit’s heavily anticipated debut album has been a long time coming. And now that it’s finally here, it is clear that it was well worth the wait. Read the full article on Whiskey Riff.
Clay Street Unit Chat Sin & Squalor and Excitement for the Future [The Bluegrass Situation]
Since their inception in 2021, Clay Street Unit has quickly risen into the national spotlight. The rollicking Americana string band is garnering the frequent tag of “must-see” by their rapidly growing fanbase. Read the full article on The Bluegrass Situation.
Clay Street Unit Inks with Leo33
Leo33 proudly announces the signing of fast-rising band Clay Street Unit, further solidifying the label’s commitment to championing innovative voices within the country and roots space. Hailing from Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit blends the country-folk traditions of the Appalachians with the bluegrass spirit of the Rocky Mountains, creating a modern, electrified take on American roots music — fueled by the chemistry of longtime friends who have shared countless hours on stage.
Mandolinist Scottie Bolin, bassist Jack Kotarba, banjo player Jack Cline, pedal steel guitarist Brad Larrison, drummer Brendan Lamb, and singer/guitarist/ringleader Sam Walker don’t just nod to their influences; they reshape them into something new. As Holler put it, the band is “only two singles and a 4-song EP in, and it already feels like they’re sitting on a goldmine.”
“We’re honored to be signing with Leo33. Since our first conversation, their team has felt like the perfect home that fully understood the vision behind our music,” shares Clay Street Unit. “As we prepare to release our debut album, we’re confident that their passion and belief in us will help take our career to the next level, and we’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity.”
President of Leo33, Katie Dean, continues, “We’re thrilled to welcome Clay Street Unit to the Leo33 roster. At our core, we’re music fans first, and the band embodies everything we love about great artistry - their songs are honest and relatable, and their live show creates an undeniable connection with audiences. We couldn’t be more excited to stand behind them and help share their artistic vision with the world.”
Clay Street Unit has already garnered success with their career-launching EP A Mighty Fine Evening. With a follow-up project on the horizon, the band is staking their claim as torchbearers of something both fresh and familiar, nodding to the foundations of American music while sharpening their own progressive edge.
They now join Leo33’s expanding roster of boundary-breaking artists, including flagship artist Zach Top, Jason Scott & The High Heat, Jenna Paulette, Ashland Craft, and Trey Pendley.
ALO & Terrapin Family Band Welcome Multiple Sit-ins at Brooklyn Bowl
Grahame Lesh, Jason Crosby, Ross James, Alex Koford, Kellen Asebroek & Cass McCombs all joined ALO for their set at Brooklyn Bowl on April 26th. Check out the article and full set video on JamBase.