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Published on 2026-10-19
California Americana rock duo The Taproots will release their latest single, “Somewhere In Texas,” on October 22. The emotionally rich song addresses the rapid expansion of detention centers in America and what the duo describes as the religious hypocrisy that allows for the erosion of human rights.
Set in Texas, a state known for its evangelical leanings, the song introduces the notion of seeing Jesus in the eyes of those who are suffering. A YouTube lyric video is also being released.
“Somewhere In Texas” is the first single this year for The Taproots, following on the heels of their second album, Comedy Of Fools, released last spring. The duo features singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Tom Walters and award-winning vocalist Nicole Cassingham, who are best known for combining compelling storytelling with strong harmonies.
For this recording, they are backed by bassist David Keif (k.d. lang, Etta James) and Nashville drummer Paul Griffith (John Prine, Jason Isbell), with Ross Pallone (Christopher Cross, Chris Isaak) handling mixing and mastering.
“Somewhere In Texas” will be available on all major streaming platforms. Lyrics and full credits will be posted at taprootsmusic.com.
About The Taproots
Originally from Los Angeles, Walters cut his first track on vinyl with Weird Al Yankovic in college, followed by an album for international release with the duo Iverson and Walters through Eagle Records in Nashville. Tom has since performed in an array of bands ranging from acoustic roots to modern jazz, sharing stages with such artists as Jerry Douglas, Edgar Meyer, Country Joe McDonald, Bryan White, Maria Muldaur, and others.
Nicole Cassingham is a singer and ukuleleist originally from the San Francisco Bay Area. She grew up performing in musical theater and then at numerous fair venues and competitions on the West Coast. In college, she joined a jazz ensemble with George Lewis and other bands, going on to record the full-length album Mood Swing in the California alternative rock group Monkey Wagon. As a trained music therapist, Nicole also works with people who have mental illness, developing wellness and skills through music.
“Great players with real stories to tell. Rocking yet literate. If John Steinbeck were in a band, this would be it.” — Jay Ferguson (Spirit, Jo Jo Gunne, The Office, CSI LA)
“Stunning harmonic backdrops and gripping music storytelling” — Sinusoidal Music
For more information on The Taproots, visit taprootsmusic.com and follow the duo on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.
