American Dream
Self-Released, 2025
9/10
The Southern Rock quartet American Mile play about 200 shows a year, and they turn that stage presence into a timeless and soulful record that brings to mind legends like The Black Crowes or Aerosmith.
The dense and rugged “Get On And Fly” leads with Colton Miller’s thumping drums that suits the loud climate, and “Photograph Of You” follows with Eugene Rice’s expressive and powerful pipes that align with gritty melodies.
“American Dream” and “Wiggle For Me” arrive in the middle. The former comes with a reflective mood, where Dezmond Saunders’ skilled bass playing won’t go unnoticed, while the latter is a rhythmic album highlight that balances both hard hitting bouts and melodies.
Landing close to the end, “Hard Working People” offers a frisky moment with some funk flavor, where the lively rhythm section and Joe Perez’s playful guitar are appreciated, and “Junkies Dream” exits with a dance floor energy that’s got some nostalgic country nods
American Mile released their debut in 2020, and they’ve been picking up fans everywhere they’ve gone since. This album will certainly turn more ears their way, as their modern country rock sounds better than ever.
Travels well with: The FBR- Ghost; Shadwick Wilde- Forever Home