On Tuesday night (9/5), Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real brought the sweltering country-soul of “Find Yourself” to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, with a little help from Jon Batiste on the keys.
Check out Lukas’ impressive guitar chops in the video below:
The band’s new self-titled album, Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real, debuted in the Top 10 on the Country, Americana, and New Artist charts, where it came in at #2. The new record, which features guest turns from Lady Gaga, Lucius, and Willie Nelson, has received praise from the Associated Press, People, Rolling Stone, UNCUT, EW, and more – see below:
Praise for Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real
“At 28, Lukas is the real deal and deserves to be treated seriously, independent of his father’s legacy.” — Associated Press
“Lukas Nelson’s live show is a thing to behold, full of frenetic energy and the singer-guitarist’s infectious charisma.” — Rolling Stone
“The sextet’s latest displays a newfound confidence, brokering country-soul, Southern rock, and R&B with some panache.” — UNCUT
“The band’s best work…the record is a huge leap forward for Nelson, whose improved songwriting prowess is evident.” — Entertainment Weekly
“Lukas is a force to be reckoned with.” — Uproxx
“Raw and authentic…Lukas is carrying on Willie’s tradition, pushing the outlaw boundaries his famous father established in the ’70s and proving that the musical apple truly does not fall far from the tree.” — American Songwriter
Lukas has a packed tour schedule coming up, including dates on the Outlaw Music Festival, AmericanaFest, Farm Aid, Austin City Limits, and lots more. See dates here: http://lukasnelson.com/tour/