VIDEO REWIND: ZAC BROWN BAND PERFORMS NEW SINGLE "THE WIND" ON THE TODAY SHOW (7/13/12)

Zac Brown Band closed out yesterday's "Today Show" Toyota  Summer Concert Series with their latest single, "The Wind", from their new hit cd, "Uncaged". Check it out here! Remember, we'll be posting exclusive photos from the performance that were taken by our "on the spot" team member, local photographer, John Lisa, so check back tomorrow!

CD REVIEW: "UNCAGED" - ZAC BROWN BAND

CD: "UNCAGED"
ARTIST: ZAC BROWN BAND
RELEASE DATE: JULY 3, 2012
LABEL: SOUTHERN GROUND


They're back and back with a vengeance. Zac Brown Band never does anything half ass and this latest cd is a prime example of the result of time, love of what they do and dedication  ... a perfect cd.

This cd is like that perfect mixed breed that grabs your heart at the pound, a mix of a little bit of everything that you just can't say no to. It's a little bit of funky country infused with a side of rock, a splash of the blues and a whole lot of Zac Brown soul. It's a different side of the band, one that fans will want to hear more of. It's not just the "Jimmy Buffet" style that first put Zac on the map, the music is so much more, so much deeper than that. This cd has meaning, this cd has personality and this cd has a little of everything for everyone.

The first single to be released from "Uncaged" is "The Wind" and that's exactly what you get, a song that's exactly like the wind, blowing past you with intensity and changing speeds. This song is something I like to call "Zac-A-Billy", it's rockabilly combined with the right amount of country and a little whiff of Coppertone suntan lotion. You won't hear this coming from your mama's speakers, this one's reserved for those who can keep up the pace.

The cd isn't all fast moving, the band slows it down from the wind to a soft blowing breeze on songs like "Goodbye in Her Eyes", "Sweet Annie", "Lance's Song" and "The Day That I Die". There is one song on the cd that has already claimed the title of our favorite, "Overnight". This song incorporates the talent of the bluesy Trombone Shorty and showcases the jazzy side of the band which few people probably imagined even existed. It's a quietly sexy song ... yes, I used the word sexy in a Zac Brown review but that's what it is. 

Do yourself a favor, buy this cd. Even if you weren't a fan of his earlier stuff, if you thought it was "too Buffett", this one will show you exactly what ZBB is made of and it's not just the summer sun, toes in the water and waiting on the coastal sunset. This shows just how versatile ZBB can be and I am sure it will win you over if you're not already a fan.

You can purchase this pretty much anywhere "The Wind" blows.

Purchase "Uncaged" on iTunes

Purchase "Uncaged" on Amazon

Join the Jack and Zac Tour for a FREE SONG DOWNLOAD, Roadie Game and a Taylor Guitar!

Join the Jack and Zac Tour for a FREE SONG DOWNLOAD, Roadie Game and a Taylor Guitar!

Jack Daniel's and Zac Brown Band are having a great time together on the road. If you haven't registered to JOIN THE TOUR yet, there's still time! By simply signing up, you can receive a FREE SONG DOWNLOAD of Zac Brown Band's newest single, 'The Wind' from their upcoming studio album Uncaged, in stores on July 10th. It's all yours for the taking…while supplies last.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a roadie traveling on tour with Jack and Zac? Well now you can find out for yourself by completing the first task in a series of TOUR CHALLENGES!

BADGE NUMBER ONE: THE ROADIE:
You're the first on the stage and the last one off. You’re a roadie. And there’s no tour without you. It’s your job to set up Zac Brown’s guitar rig and get the sound check going. Complete it in 30 seconds or less to be entered for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind Taylor Guitar.

Are you ready? Register now to get started on the TOUR CHALLENGES and receive your FREE SONG DOWNLOAD here.

Catch you on the road.