The last day at any festival is always bittersweet. Fans have figured out the ropes and finally feel at home, despite having to pack up and leave after the music ends. Viva El Gonzo was no exception, however the incredibly inspired performances eased the transition back into normalcy. This included an absolute raging set by festival host Goose that featured no guests or covers.

Today, Cordovas released the collective’s fourth studio album, The Rose of Aces via ATO Records. Produced by Cory Hanson (Drag City, Wand, Ty Segall), the unfettered country rock album encapsulated the timeless craft of Cordovas’ current rotation of musicians, led by singular storied frontman, Joe Firstman. Listen to the album HERE.

Today, Cordovas premiered “High Roller,” the second single to their upcoming fourth studio album, The Rose of Aces, released via ATO Records on August 11. Listen to the single HERE and presave the album HERE.

Today, Cordovas announce the release of their fourth studio album, The Rose of Aces, released via ATO Records on August 11. Produced by Cory Hanson (Drag City, Wand, Ty Segal), the album is a timeless set of free spirited country rock, from the band led by singular storied singer-songwriter and mystic classicist, Joe Firstman. Presave the album HERE.

The latest full-length from Cordovas, Destiny Hotel is a work of wild poetry and wide-eyed abandon, set to a glorious collision of folk and country and groove-heavy rock-and-roll. In a major creative milestone for the Tennessee-based band—vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Joe Firstman, keyboardist Sevans Henderson, guitarist/vocalist Lucca Soria and vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Toby Weaver—the album harnesses the freewheeling energy of their live show more fully than ever, all while lifting their songwriting to a whole new level of sophistication.