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The last track on Tennessee Stiffs' new EP "Raise the Tide", this one is based on Stephen King's classic tome, "The Stand". It carries the tempo of The Walkin' Dude himself, Randall Flagg. It delves into his curious, seductive, and wholly threatening persona. It's quite the departure from regular Stiffs tuneage, but quarantine does funny things to people.

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I got that feeling in my core again
Like I’m ‘bout to jump out of my skin
I’m a high noon shadow strained for purchase
Hey there stranger, glad to be of service.

Your eyes, they took on something of a shine
Sent shivers and shakes up and down my spine
Cheshire grin on a dull black veil
Big as the moon, and just as pale

It’s a feeling as heavy as the wind that blows
Like trying to stand up in a tornado
Looking for a body, searching for souls
Praying that the darkness don’t swallow you whole

I’m flaked and frayed where smooth gives way to rough
Caught under the wheel of indifferent stars above
Time and around will make you tough
A few trips through will wisen you up

Sharp words fall from your lips like silken lies
Like barb wire used to make the tie that binds
Boot heels click a sound out of time
A rhythm to drive you out your mind

I’m a rip-cord baby, wound up now watch me go
I’m a two-stroke fireball raring to explode
I’m the first little patter on the road
A thunderhead bound for overload

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from Raise the Tide, track released October 1, 2020

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Tennessee Stiffs Red Wing, Minnesota

Tennessee Stiffs formed in late 2011. Fueled by their eclectic musical interests, they were determined to create something never heard before. Seamlessly blending blues, rock 'n' roll, folk, and alternative country into a powerful and provocative product. They released their third album, a concept double LP "Dearly Departed" in 2022, and now reside in Red Wing, MN. New acoustic album in the works ... more

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