Magnolia (4:18)

Magnolia (4:18)

Contact info:
David Starr
davidstarrmusic@gmail.com
970.640.8088

Songwriter, Publisher, PRO: JJ Cale / Warner/Chappell Music, Inc. / (BMI)

IRSC: TCAFQ2186921

Single Release Date: July 2021

"This version of JJ Cale’s Magnolia; which features the legendary John Oates too, really took my breath away; most especially his vocals; breathing new life into this beautiful classic." ~ The Rocking Magpie

Colorado-based Americana singer/songwriter David Starr continues to move through his critically acclaimed Touchstones project with his latest single "Magnolia" featuring platinum-selling artist and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Oates (Hall & Oates). Written by J.J. Cale, and made famous by Poco and others, the classic is reimagined with dreamy guitar tones, soulful vocals, and a laid-back groove, perfect for a sunset summer evening. The video was directed by Jason Lee Denton of Solar Cabin Studios and features Southern swampy landscapes and New Orleans imagery along with Starr playing his signature "Rise Up Again" Breedlove acoustic guitar.

When selecting songs for the Touchstones project Starr stuck with his favorites. "Magnolia" is no exception. "My first recollection of this song was during my days playing in bars in my hometown of Fayetteville, Arkansas. There was a band that played the song really well and it just stuck with me. I immediately became familiar with Poco's version and have loved it ever since," Starr shares.
"The song just feels like a hot summer night to me. Hot, lazy, sensual and full of longing. I've played it for years and really wanted to cover it for Touchstones. John Oates was in the studio to sing on another track during an overdub session. I asked if he'd sing on 'Magnolia' and he said, 'I'm gonna put some Philly soul on this one, okay?' It made all the difference and I'm glad he put his mark on this one!"