Singer-songwriter and Buffalo native Willie Nile released a new single “We Are, We Are” on May 19. The song is a part of the artist’s upcoming album The Great Yellow Light, out June 20.
Willie Nile started his career in 1980 when he moved down to NYC, establishing a presence in the downtown club scene. Nile has since released 20 albums and toured with Bruce Springsteen, The Who and Ringo Star.
“We Are, We Are” is an anthem that calls listeners to come together no matter their differences. Nile’s gritty vocals and strong guitar riffs bring energy, inviting fans into his words of solidarity. In the chorus, Nile sings: “We’re climbing mountains way up high // We’re hanging rainbows in the sky // We’re taking back what’s ours,” setting a tone of togetherness and change.
The Great Yellow Light is Nile’s 21st album, produced by GRAMMY-winning Steward Lerman (Patti Smith, Elvis Costello, Sharon Van Etten). The album is filled with anthems and ballads with a socio-political undertone in the lyrics.
Two days prior to releasing “We Are, We Are,” Nile performed as a guest of The Hooters concert to debut their co-written song “Pendulum,” a folk-rock song about unification. The folk-rock band performed the song with Nile in their hometown of Philadelphia at The Met. The beer-hall sounding rhythm and “tally-ho” in the chorus brought fans at the concert on their feet and swaying.
The Great Yellow Light will feature The Hooters’ Rob Hyman and Eric Bazilian on keys and strings in the final track “Washington Day.” For more information about Willie Nile, click here.
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