REVOLVER This is your debut. How did you approach this album?
BRANDON NARREL In the past, I was in heavier bands but always wanted to do something different. I wanted to have a band that could cross all borders. I still love the heavy stuff but now days I like to kick back and have fun, see people smile, just let go, and enjoy the good times. We have been fortunate enough to tour the nation and Canada several times and meet all different kinds of people that we have had a blast with because Anchored and our sound is about making people happy.

What are your favorite tracks on the new album and why?
My favorites would have to be “Dirty in Texas,” “Last Night,” and “By Your Side.” I love “Dirty in Texas” because is about a state that I’ve always loved. I’m from Alaska but Texas is home now. Texas has it’s own way of life and I tried to throw the way we live down here into a song that everyone can enjoy. “Last Night” is about a relationship gone bad we’ve all had a few. People out there that in the dating game will relate to having a few too many drinks and good time but then not remembering what was said and done and sometimes never seeing that person again. “By Your Side” is about having someone’s back for the long haul. You might have a ton of so called friends but in reality there’s only a few that no matter what will be “By Your Side.”

The song “Dirty in Texas” was used by the Dallas Cowboys and played at all home games this season. How did that come about and what kind of feedback have you received from fans hearing it games?
The Cowboys version is actually called “Rowdy in Texas.” We were so stoked to see it come to fruition. The Cowboys contacted us and let us know how much they liked “Dirty In Texas” but wanted a version that talked about football and football fans. I rewrote the words on our tour bus in Salt Lake City while we were on the road, sent it to them, and kept my fingers crossed that they would like it. Fortunately they did and started spinning it at the games. You can get a free download of the rowdy version on our website. So far we’ve had a tremendous response from the Cowboys fans and ours. We feel blessed to be associated with their organization and are glad our fans enjoy it even if that’s not their team.

Tell us your dirtiest road story…

What is it you want people to take away from listening to this record?
I hope it makes them happy and they can relate to the words and feel the vibe of the music. We are very thankful for everyone’s support. We can’t wait to see everyone when we hit the road in a few days and we will be out most of the year. Big thanks again to revolver for your continued support! It gonna be a great year.

REVOLVER What is “Savior” about?
BRANDON NARREL “Savior” is about a double life that is basically good versus evil. I wanted to expose the darker side of sex and drugs and show the damage they could do. In this instance, it’s about a girl that gets into selling herself to support her growing habits. She gets so involved that she doesn’t care about anything else other than the moment and her judgment is clouded. She does however have a “savior” or guardian angel that looks over her and sees what she’s doing to herself and her already broken life. She doesn’t know he’s there, but senses him. “Getting a little bit closer to hell all the time” is a line about a personal hell, not a religious reference. A lot of people have taken the lyrics to be about religion, but they are actually all about your personal demons what ever they may be.

What was your inspiration behind writing it?
I’ve met a lot of people throughout my life that have given up, got into some things that weren’t the best, or slowly slipped through the cracks. I always hated to see that happen to someone because there is good in everyone, so I have tried to come to their aid. I have two daughters of my own and trust me, it’s a scary thought of the day that they get out of the house and into a not so protective world. So when it came time to write “Savior,” I wanted to address the fact that there are people that will try to guard you. It could be a friend, family member, or someone you pass on the street. You never really know who’s watching over you and seeing your dark little secrets.

How did you get connected with Angelique Jerome?
Well, we have been fortunate enough to tour all over and have met a lot of extremely talented people that have opened doors for us. When we were coming up with the concept for the video we loved the idea of Paris being the backdrop. It’s a dark yet elegant city. Angelique is from that area so we made some calls and sent her the treatment. She got onboard right after she read it and was a perfect cast. She’s obviously beautiful but had the right “look” for the concept. She is very talented and not just your typical hot girl. We needed someone that could completely play the part and she did just that to a tee.

What did she have to say about your song?
English is her second language. I wish I knew French! I got some thumbs up from her and from what I heard she loves it. That’s the beauty of music…it crosses all borders and barriers. When they were doing her personal scenes the song was blaring and she was rockin’ out. That made it real cool, in the fact that she dug the music. I think after watching the final video you can really see it in her performance. It was a great experience for all of us.

What kind of feedback have you gotten about this song?
So far everything has been great responses. In this case the video speaks as loud as the song so we are hoping that the masses love it. It’s nice to have more and more people getting behind us and giving us a shot. Big thanks to Revolver for doing the world premiere!! That is a huge honor for us here in the Anchored camp and we hope that the Revolver supporters enjoy!! Cheers!!