Jordan Moore – Backwoods Paradise

By starrymag | November 19, 2023

By: Paige Zinaman

 

 

Q) How would you describe your sound?

A) I feel like it’s a mixture of some southern classic and modern rock. However, I want to express my creativity and have people still know It’s me no matter what the sound of the song.

Q) Who have been some of your musical influences through the years? 

A) Lynyrd Skynyrd, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Steve Miller Band, Skillet, Shinedown, Third Eye Blind, Our Lady Peace, Oasis, Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley

Q) You have mastered the combination of rock and traditional country music, how important was it to branch out while also staying true to your roots?

A) I have a very eclectic taste in music, and I feel as long as I’m writing my own music and what I feel you will be getting a genuine representation of who I am even if the style varies.

Q) Tell us a little about “Backwoods Paradise” and where the inspiration for the song came from.

A) “Backwoods Paradise” inspiration came from the memories of the town I was born and raised in. It’s a small farm town and a tight nit community. I can remember spending the nights downtown and thinking “yeah I don’t think I could live down here.” It’s fun for an evening but I like open land and the ability to go and do whatever you want on it. If you want to go fishing, hunting, shooting or have a massive fire and barn party it’s all a possibility at moment’s notice.

Q) What I love about the “Backwoods Paradise” video that was released is that it’s simplistic but right to the point. Whose idea was it to craft this video the way you did?

A) The nice thing about being an independent artist is that I don’t have to ask for permission to create the ideas I have. I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do for “Backwoods Paradise” for a video and as I was thinking about all the places we could shoot and the grand ideas for potential. Most of the time my ideas are bigger than my budget and well I didn’t have one for this project, so I had to figure out how to make it fun and entertaining without breaking the bank. I figured it would be fun to just go to the studio and play all the parts plus it would let my listeners know that I’m a little more than just a singer.

Q) In the video you were literally the master of everything from vocals to drums to guitar. How much of a hand in the production of music do you have?

A) I work hand and hand with my producers so that we can bring the ideas in my head to life. I’m not sure what other musicians do, but I am very much involved in the production of each song.

Q) You also just released “We Still Got Today” and this song is very beautiful, and a different style from “Backwoods Paradise.” What was the process like creating this song? 

A) The process was very similar as far as how I typically go about writing. It was a little different because this was the first time writing with producer Zane Fischer. It’s a different feel than “Backwoods Paradise” because it’s a different song, it’s a different emotion, it’s a different story/memory. Typically, we start with a vocal line that I have already come up with (the idea for the song) and then we build around it to paint the story that got us to the hook.

Q) The music video from “We Still Got Today” is simply poetic and looks like it came straight from a movie. Was it harder for you to craft this music video compared to what you did to “Backwoods Paradise” or was the process much the same as before?  

A) Coming up with the idea for We still got today was much more along the lines of how I imagine my videos. I’m always thinking of the grandest ways to express the song. It was more difficult to come up with the idea for “Backwoods Paradise.” Trying to figure out a way to keep it simple and on a non-existing budget yet entertaining and something the viewer would enjoy.

Q) “Backwoods Paradise” has such heartfelt lyrics. When you sit down to bring these songs to life is it important to first have the lyrics or the music? 

A) I always have the lyrics before I start writing the music. The lyrics are the story and I have yet to write a song simply based on the music. I’m not saying I never will but as of, yet I have not.

Q) What is the message you hope fans and listeners take away from “Backwoods Paradise” or any of your music? 

A) Most importantly, I want the listeners to enjoy the music that I write. I hope that it’s relatable to those who choose to listen. Each one tells its own story and is written from my own life experiences.

Q) Who would you love to collaborate with on a song in the future?

A) I’m open on this, I just love to write with people but if I had a dream collaboration, I would say Dierks Bentley or Dolly Parton.

Q) What’s next on the horizon? Can we expect an EP or full album soon. Maybe a tour?

A) I am currently in the studio working on some songs and should have some available soon. I am working on getting things around and will have some show dates to post for the new year and next summer.

Q) What would you like to say to fans and supporters of your work?

A) Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I would not be in the position I am in today if it was not for the endless help and support from my family, friends, and fans!! I promise to always be genuine and vulnerable in my writing!