Emerging from the vibrant live music scenes of Boone and Asheville, Jacoozy is a five-piece groove collective known for their hypnotic jams, soulful storytelling, and undeniable onstage chemistry. Their new single, “Hurry,” out now on all streaming platforms, captures the essence of their sound – warm, expansive, and rhythmically rich – and offers an early glimpse of Still Afloat, the band’s debut album arriving September 17, 2025.
Built on fluid guitar work, tight percussion, and a subtle sense of nostalgia, “Hurry” explores the push-and-pull of time and self-reflection with both warmth and honesty. It's a shimmering, melody-driven track that wrestles with the tension between looking back and moving forward, encouraging listeners to stay grounded in the present. With their signature blend of jam-band fluidity and pop-conscious structure, Jacoozy delivers a track that’s both emotionally resonant and ready for repeat listens.
Jacoozy features Killian Wright (vocals, guitar), Will Fentress (vocals, guitar), Pauly Scott (vocals, drums), Isaac McMurray (vocals, keys), and Ramon Garcia (bass). Each member brings a unique musical background – ranging from Southern rock and jam bands to pop hooks, jazz standards, and classic records. The result is a sound that feels instantly familiar yet resists easy categorization. While listeners might hear echoes of the Allman Brothers, Widespread Panic, or The Band, Jacoozy filters those inspirations through a modern, eclectic lens that’s entirely their own.
Still Afloat marks a defining moment for Jacoozy – a debut album that captures who they are and where they’re headed. Written during a period of personal change, creative evolution, and regional flux, the record channels the band’s deep-rooted belief in music as a steadying force: a way to connect, reflect, and push ahead. Throughout the journey, Jacoozy has remained grounded in what matters – community, intention, and playing with heart. “We’re inspired by that old-school vibe,” says drummer Pauly Scott, “but we’re doing it in our own way. It’s not about repeating the past – it’s about carrying it forward.”
With “Hurry” out now and their debut album Still Afloat on the horizon, Jacoozy enters a new chapter – grounded in their roots yet wide open to possibility. Their music encourages listeners to be present, to feel deeply, and to move freely. For the Asheville-based band, this moment marks the beginning of something bigger – and they’re only just getting started.
Still Afloat Track Listing
Don’t Leave Nothin’ Behind
Spilling
My Old Friend
Tired
Hurry
Early
Tired
Burn
Jacoozy 2025 Tour Dates
10/02 – Atlanta, GA – Aisle 5
10/03 - Charlotte, NC – The Evening Muse
10/08 – Asheville, NC – The Grey Eagle
10/11 – Macon, GA – The Hummingbird
10/15 – Richmond, VA – The Camel
10/16 – Charleston, SC – Charleston Pour House
10/21 – New York, NY – Mercury Lounge
10/24 – Raleigh, NC – The Pour House
10/30 - Waynesboro, VA - The Foundry*
10/31 - Knoxville, TN - Bijou Theatre*
11/1 - Birmingham - Workplay Theatre*
11/06 – Athens, GA – Nowherebar
11/07 – Greensboro, NC – The Flat Iron
11/12 – Boston, MA – The Middle East
11/13 – Washington, DC – Pearl Street Warehouse
11/14 – Roanoke, VA – Martin’s Downtown
11/15 – Winston-Salem, NC – Wiseman Brewing
12/04 – Nashville, TN – The Basement
12/05 – Brevard, NC – 185 King Street
12/06 – Boone, NC – Boone Saloon
*Opening for Big Something
