verygently

verygently is the collective force of three established Nashville singer-songwriters—Drew Erwin, Joey Hendricks, and Tristan Bushman—who came together in early 2024. With tours alongside Augustana, The Band Camino, and The Fray, combined with their debut EP, the band quickly turned heads thanks to their high-energy live shows and songs that blend wit and vulnerability, weaving heartache with the undeniable charm of three best friends sharing the stage. With their first EP, ‘DUMBA$$ MODE’, verygently flips the script on traditional singer-songwriter fare, proving that heartbreak doesn’t have to feel heavy. Tracks like “SIR, THIS IS A WENDY’S” offer up melancholy with a smirk, while the indie-rock anthem “GET OVER YOU” delivers infectious three-part harmonies born from true musical chemistry. Their recently released EP, ‘FAME!’, produced by Noah Gundersen, marks a confident evolution for the band. Combining Bushman’s moody storytelling, Erwin’s soaring melodies, and Hendricks’ ‘70s-infused songwriting, the record feels both fresh and nostalgic. Highlights include: “LITERALLY JUST A GIRL” – a meme-inspired lo-fi gem that pairs playful introspection with breezy instrumentation; “EMILY” – a dreamy indie-pop ballad layered with soft, ethereal vocals and bittersweet longing; “REALLY COOL DREAM” – an upbeat, reflective track that floats between lightheartedness and daydreamy depth. Recorded to analog tape at the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, ‘FAME!’ solidifies verygently as a band whose collaborative collective artistry is greater than the sum of its parts—setting the stage for an exciting future. verygently has been steadily building momentum, gaining a growing base of monthly listeners and buzz across streaming platforms. Ahead of the EP’s April 25th release, the band secured placements on Apple Music’s New in Alternative and INDIY, Tidal’s Rising, and SoundCloud’s New Rock Now: The Dive—proving they’re not just a side project, but a creative force all their own.