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Ambassador Parsley & The Lying Hearts Club Release Debut EP ‘Reseda,’ Share “April” Single + Video

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Ambassador Parsley (Ambrosia Parsley) smiling on a rooftop at sunset, wearing a cap and sunglasses and holding an acoustic guitar.

Ambassador Parsley & The Lying Hearts Club, a collaboration between the artist and Arkansas Traveler formerly known as Ambrosia Parsley of Shivaree and singer-songwriter and producer Chris Maxwell, have released their debut EP, Reseda, out today via Killphonic Records.

Alongside their debut EP, the duo share focus track “April,” a wistful Americana ballad that marries Parsley’s delicate, evocative vocals with a vintage country-Western charm.

“If a month was a person, which one would you be?” Parsley reflects. “I think I’d be September. I could go to a new school and wear argyle socks. Crunch leaves in my fresh sneakers. Change my entire personality for a new batch of strangers and ride the bus… I hate driving… yeah, that’s me. I’d be September. I could never be August, I hate my legs… August has great legs and I’m bad at fistfights. August will slap you into December. I couldn’t be January. Too austere. Resolutions, gym routines, no smoking, no drinking…. who even IS January. I know they’re out there, somewhere.

“And I DEFINITELY wouldn’t be April, but I wanna be so bad. Oh April, you gorgeous delinquent, spinning through a party in your floral dress, knocking over knick knacks and laughing like a Blue Jay. It’s hot out, NO it’s gonna rain, or snow, perhaps… April doesn’t know yet and also doesn’t care and that’s super annoying. But April gets away with sooooo much shit because everyone loves a beautiful psycho.

“Hey April, we wrote you a song.”

Rooted in classic western country, Reseda pairs twangy instrumentation and earnest storytelling with a dreamy, distinctly Californian sensibility. The project grew out of recording sessions last spring at Maxwell’s Goat House, where Parsley would arrive on Tuesdays and Fridays with a car full of tacos and Mexican cokes. Joined by rhythm kings John Valesio and Jeff Bailey during their lunch breaks, the group worked quickly, playing with an unhurried spontaneity that occasionally transported Parsley back to the world of her childhood.

Those memories take shape throughout Reseda in vivid snapshots of 1970s Los Angeles, from the backseat of her parents’ yellow Vega to the valley heat, cartoon smog and traffic that defined the era. The music draws on the familiar sounds and experiences of that time, including listening to the Eagles on KMET, while tracing the lasting impressions that family, place and music leave behind. Rather than simply looking back, the EP transforms these fragments into something lived-in and immediate, with a warmth that runs through its country arrangements and a sense of wonder in its storytelling.

Across the project, Ambassador Parsley & The Lying Hearts Club embrace a sound that feels both classic and personal, balancing country tradition with a hazy, almost cinematic quality. Reseda finds beauty in the details of everyday life and the memories that linger long after the moment has passed, bringing together the duo’s musical chemistry and Parsley’s distinctive perspective in a debut that is twangy, dreamy and full of character.

“April” and Reseda by Ambassador Parsley & The Lying Hearts Club are out now via Killphonic Records.

RESEDA TRACKLISTING

  1. Ride ‘Em Cowboy
  2. Valley Girls
  3. Arkansas Traveler
  4. The Lying Hearts Club Song
  5. April
  6. Southern Nights

AMBROSIA BIO: The artist and Arkansas Traveler formerly known as Ambrosia Parsley is best known for her work as the principal songwriter and front woman for pop noir adventurers Shivaree, much loved abroad, little seen at home. Her most recent solo records Weeping Cherry and Dear Carlos were unleashed in ’15 & ’23, along with an impressive and ever-expanding Christmas catalog. She’s worked with Laurie Anderson, Joe Henry, Sex Mob, Dave Sitek, The Overlook Bakery and Hal Willner, while her songs have been featured in the films of Quentin Tarantino and David O Russell, licensed, as well, for television and advertising in more than a dozen countries around the globe.

CHRIS MAXWELL BIO: Chris Maxwell is a Singer/Songwriter/Producer/Libra and proprietor of Goat House Studio in Woodstock, NY. He’s collaborated with the likes of Jon Spencer, Ray Davies, Iggy Pop, Yoko Ono, Tav Falco, They Might Be Giants and is one whole half of The Elegant Too (Bob’s Burgers). His last three solo records were met with critical acclaim, and his fourth, Chris Maxwell Live at The Pines, was released this past September.

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Redferrin Releases New Single “Don’t Slow Down”

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October 30, 2026

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Redferrin holding a Gibson Les Paul guitar in front of firelight in the "Don't Slow Down" visualizer (photo: Warner Records Nashville)

Today, Redferrin released his latest single “Don’t Slow Down.” Written by Redferrin and produced by Redferrin and Jake Saghi, the track was written while on the road on tour in 2025. Redferrin wrote the rock-and-roll inspired song on the same day as both his late father’s birthday and Ozzy Osbourne’s final live performance. On the eve before he left for the run of shows, Redferrin’s childhood friend gifted him a guitar that was painted by Redferrin’s late father over 20 years earlier. This was not only the first song Redferrin wrote on this special guitar, but his first time playing it.

Redferrin shares: “After my old man passed away, I was gifted a Gibson Les Paul that he painted nearly 20 years ago. The first time I got to play it was on his birthday, which also happened to be the day that Ozzy Osbourne played his final show. My love for rock music came from my dad introducing me to Ozzy and Black Sabbath so that night on the bus we hit the Jack Daniel’s hard and wrote us an Ozzy style country song.”

The new track arrives as Redferrin is currently on his Been There Done That Tour, which is in support of his debut album, Been There Done That, which was released in June. The album builds on the momentum of standout hits “If I Was California,” “Have You Now,” and the West-Coast inspired collaboration “Palm Trees” (feat. Wiz Khalifa). The tour kicked off in September and has been hitting cities across the US. Fans can catch Redferrin through December 12th before he wraps in Spring, Texas. He also recently announced two music festivals for next year, including the Tortuga Music Festival and XRoads41.

Redferrin is also celebrating the announcement of his viral hit “Jack and Diet Coke” obtaining Platinum Certification from the RIAA. With over 535 million streams, Redferrin continues to mark himself as one of country music’s most exciting voices.

Stay tuned for more exciting releases from Redferrin coming soon!

BEEN THERE DONE THAT TOUR:

  • November 11, 2026 — The Blue Note — Columbia, MO
  • November 12, 2026 — Manchester Music Hall — Lexington, KY
  • November 13, 2026 — District 142 — Wyandotte, MI
  • November 14, 2026 — Boondocks — Springfield, IL
  • November 15, 2026 — The Intersection — Grand Rapids, MI
  • December 3, 2026 — Denims & Diamonds — Mesa, AZ
  • December 4, 2026 — Zouk Nightclub — Las Vegas, NV
  • December 5, 2026 — Moonshine Flats — San Diego, CA
  • December 6, 2026 — 191 Toole — Tucson, AZ
  • December 9, 2026 — Beer City Music Hall — Oklahoma City, OK
  • December 10, 2026 — Floore’s — Helotes, TX
  • December 11, 2026 — Silver Saloon — Terrell, TX
  • December 12, 2026 — Rowdy’s — Spring, TX
  • April 2, 2027 — Tortuga Music Festival — Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • August 12, 2027 — XRoads41 — Oshkosh, WI

About Redferrin:

Warner Records Nashville’s rising star, Redferrin, has quickly become one of country music’s most electrifying new voices. Much like the iconic Old No. 7 whiskey, crafted in Tennessee just like Redferrin, his music delivers a bold, but welcome, punch. Redferrin’s unique blend of country roots and hip-hop swagger is a fresh take on modern country, and he is set to reach a new career pinnacle with the release of his debut full-length album, Been There Done That, available everywhere now. The 13-track project serves as a reflective exploration of the heart and the highway, balancing polished delivery with grounded, honest storytelling. Leading into the album, Redferrin has released a string of 2026 standouts, including the pensive “If I Was California,” “Have You Now,” and the West Coast-inspired collaboration “Palm Trees” (feat. Wiz Khalifa). This new chapter follows the momentum of his sophomore EP, Some City, Somewhere (released February 2025), and his massive debut EP, Old No. 7 (released February 2024). The latter featured seven songs all co-written and co-produced by the Tennessee native and proved to be a streaming juggernaut, boasting over 535 million on-demand streams. It spawned viral hits such as the RIAA Platinum-certified “Just Like Johnny,” which tallies 330 million streams, and “Jack and Diet Coke,” which has raked in over 160 million streams, reaching RIAA Gold certification and landing a spot on Spotify’s Viral 50 (US) chart. To top it off, fellow Tennessee native Juicy J gave “Jack and Diet Coke” a hip-hop remix that took the hit song in a bold new direction. Redferrin’s meteoric rise is backed by a relentless connection to his fans. In 2024, he SOLD OUT nearly 30 of his 44 headlining shows and played 22 festivals, including the UK’s Country-2-Country, CMA Music Fest, and Boots and Hearts. He has shared the stage with legends like Old Dominion, Billy Currington and Russell Dickerson, and his 2024 overseas tour hit major cities like Glasgow, Manchester, and London. Named a 2024 Amazon Breakthrough Artist to Watch and part of the RIAA Class of 2024, Redferrin has already surpassed 800 million global streams, cementing his status as one of the genre’s fastest-rising stars. In addition to his own hits, Redferrin’s songwriting credits include Florida Georgia Line’s “Lil Bit” featuring Nelly, “New Truck,” and Dean Brody & The Reklaws’ “Can’t Help Myself.” Originally from White House, Tennessee, Redferrin’s journey started on the national Arenacross circuit before his passion for songwriting led him to Nashville. His latest work explores the “definition of insanity” found in repetitive heartbreaks and weary resilience. With Been There Done That leading the way, it’s clear that Redferrin’s story is just beginning, and the best is yet to come.

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