A Night With Cadence!
An arena filled with Jeep Wranglers, whether embellished by bumper stickers and rubber ducks or colorful lights and big tires, set the scene for the event. Sponsors joined the stage to discuss the performances and the McNairy County Veterans Coalition. As guests began to arrive, they were seated in various lawn chairs with drinks in hand. Introducing the acts, Cadence Hinnant, accompanied by Reece Bittner, Kevin Bull Jr., and Ben Vanderlaan, made Cadence! Born and raised in Virginia, Cadence made his way to Nashville, Tennessee, to follow his ambitions to become a touring musician.
Through performing with many bands and interacting with people throughout time, Cadence! came to be. “Big Life," their debut single, was released on May 20, 2022. It features a strong vocal performance along with an exhilarating riff and significant drums. Followed by a few different singles and EP’s, their album, “Chasing the Big Life," was released on December 7, 2023.
On Saturday, July 27, 2024, Josey Scott, the former lead singer of Saliva, performed in Selmer, Tennessee, with Cadence! and Affliction of the Absent. I arrived with a friend, and we got to meet the band. Talking with Cadence, Reece, Kevin, and Ben was exquisite! After our conversations, we said goodbye as they took the stage. We heard their song “Uprise Tonight.” Which was released on July 16, 2023. During the song, fog machines occasionally went off, and colored lights flashed all around the stage.
Wielded by Reece Bittner, an ML-shaped guitar with lightning all over the body with Pantera's Dimebag Darrell by the pickups and chains. In the hands of a great guitarist, the guitar's tone and playability made for an outstanding match. In between songs, he chatted with the audience by asking them about their favorite films, asking who they brought with them to the show, and introducing each member of his band individually. This made the show even more memorable. After getting pictures of Cadence! during their performance, I went back to the crowd to re-join my friend to hear the music while also supporting my friends.
Families made up quite a few of the audience, consisting of both parents and their toddlers to teens. Of course, with many more people in the age range joining in, this demonstrated how music genuinely unites generations. This band is for you if you recognize rock music, jamming out, and entertaining live performances. Take a listen to their single that came out this July, “Amber Shadows.”
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