Rising Appalachia - Cuckoo [Official Music Video]
Directors- Chloe and Leah Smith
Cinematographer- Taylor Hellhake
Camera 2- Andrew Anderson
Band- Chloe and Leah Smith, David Brown, Biko Casini, Arouna Diarra, Duncan Wickel
Special guests- Cortina Jenelle, Alina Q, Juan David de Narvaez, Victor Verde and his sons Temoc and Tolan, Truth I and his daughter Persei, Shea Olinger, Owen Cauley and Jonas Hall-Gariano, Clara Zander, Lucretia Vandyke, Dyhan Mount, Indy Srinath, and Lily Henley.
Filmed in a cryptic cavern in Appalachia, Cuckoo is a traditional folk song that Leah and Chloe learned from their mother and her band The Rosin Sisters. This full band version highlights the connection between the many styles of music (blues, west african, irish) that blended together in Appalachia while bringing it to a more modern and rhythmic arena. Capturing the magic and mischief of some of the inspirational figures in Rising Appalachia's life, Cuckoo is an old song with new resonance.
This song is dedicated to Whitlock Connah, Leah and Chloe's godfather, who was a fine harmonica player and folk sculptor as well as a deep soul man down in Georgia. He was one of the first people to encourage the sisters to sing and pursue music, and for that, they are forever inspired and uplifted by his spirit.
** special thanks to Casey Campfield and Royal Peasantry **
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These ladies were a random find in pandemic times. They always make me wanna dance. And I do. Light for the psyche. Thank you for that.
One of the best I've seen. A rich backdrop of an era u can literally slip into and be in the room with as the kaleidoscope of humans not only perform masterfully at their own art, I even got attached to each one. So good, so sweet for this cuckoo. 😍
Mountain people . I live in the Mountains of Brazil and sometimes I can notice so many similarities between the profile os those people. But the great advantage of having this Celtic / Gaelic musical root as an inheritance, there is nothing to compare. My Grandpa was from Scotland, and i have this good taste in my veins.
I’ve just put a space like this in my vortex of desire. Yes please universe I am ready to be surrounded by my soul tribe in a soul enriching space for relaxation and oneness with beautiful angels expressing themselves through music. Thank you universe, I am truly blessed and thanks for this stunning moment of enlightenment. Your music is like a soothing lullaby for my heart and soul, thank you 🙏
The woman in the white dress may be the most beautiful human I’ve ever laid eyes upon.
All I can say is that these are my people (40-50 years ago?). But none of them were yet alive.
THIS is the America I want to live in...
These two are manifesting some truly beautiful energy. Beautiful inside and out and reaching far into the communities where they perform. Awaiting the day RA hits Jacksonville Florida. Be blessed!
Bravo! I am all in, this is the most invigorating music and music video I have come across in a very very long time! The creativity of the video presentation along with the quality of the filming, and most of all the talent of the musicians and the singers and all the actors in the video were astounding. I have played music for 55 years and I was blown away with the musicianship of the band. There’s such beauty in music when it’s not played beyond a comfortable sound level. This is beautiful and I am addicted!
"A little Appalachian magic goes a long way in reconnecting our consciousness together. Nostalgic moments for the heart mind and soul." ~ Stewart Brennan - World United Music
I love the cultural and time period cocktail mix! The filmography is intoxicating. Singing is divine. Love it!
I just randomly found this band on you tube, incredible.
Hello from North West Ireland. As a folk and traditional lover this music resonates greatly with me. Would love to hear you’s live someday.
This reminds me of my Grandma Edie who always had a song in her voice, dance in her step, and wine fermenting in her sitting room - a fierce firecracker, born on the 4th of July ❤
I'm so lucky to of come across these amazing artists. You're lyrics are truly inspiring. Much peace and love to you all xo
This is everything I ever wanted in a music video.
Such a beautiful song. Awesome performance!
This beautiful song makes me wanna jump up and dance!♥️
Love this song and the special tribute to the great Whit Connah during the second verse! So glad to stumble on this video. Appalachia is a place of many cultural heritages and y’all do a fantastic job bringing us together. Blessings!
This song is mesmerizing, their voices harmonize to perfection...