Small Wars Release Self-Titled Debut EP
Small Wars, an indie and punk rock collaborative based out of Tennessee, have released their self-titled debut EP. Formed in the fall of 2017, the band seeks to pay homage to the punk rock scene of the 80s and 90s that influenced their own musical interests, but also to the themes of unity, activism, and social justice.
Owing to the physical distance between them, their latest EP was written and recorded before the band ever had the opportunity to perform live. While this band is a new endeavor, the members have been involved with each other's projects in some fashion for close to two decades.
Following a move to Murfreesboro, TN, singer/bass player Josh Tipton had a desire to continue writing and playing music after a decade plus tenure in Knoxville-based band The Hotshot Freight Train. Josh teamed up with drummer Will Stout, of nearby Nashville, to help rehearse and record the new material. Stout, originally from the Knoxville area, had recorded albums for several of Tipton's previous bands. Greg Barker, also previously of The Hotshot Freight Train, from Knoxville signed on to play guitar.
