Born in Boone basements and sharpened on Asheville stages, Jacoozy has built a reputation for their mesmerizing grooves, soulful storytelling, and magnetic live energy. Today, the five-piece unveils their new single, “Tired,” offering fans a pop taste of their debut full-length album, Still Afloat, set for release on September 17, 2025.
Jacoozy’s new single, “Tired,” leans into their pop sensibilities with harmony-rich textures and an emotional core that’s instantly relatable. Balancing bright, buoyant chords with lyrics that capture the universal weight of exhaustion and reflection, the track offers listeners a fresh perspective on navigating burnout and rediscovering resilience. Both intimate and uplifting, “Tired” showcases Jacoozy’s ability to pair heartfelt storytelling with melodies that linger long after the song ends—hinting at the depth and diversity fans can expect on their upcoming debut album, Still Afloat.
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 move forward. 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 their new single “Tired” offering a harmony-rich and emotionally resonant glimpse into the project, Jacoozy enters a new chapter, grounded in their roots yet wide open to possibility. Blending bright chords with heartfelt storytelling, the song reflects the band’s gift for turning honest moments into something universally felt. For the Asheville-based quintet, 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
