Jamie Bernstein, the multi-talented singer-songwriter behind Future Cowboys, has dropped his new single “Not A City, A Star”, a preview of his highly anticipated album ZEUS.
The journey to this release began when Jamie learned that renowned producer Mark Howard wanted to record an album on a sailboat. Seizing the opportunity, Jamie joined Howard and Captain Johnny O’Brien aboard ZEUS, a sailboat cruising the Sea of Abaco in the Bahamas. Over the course of a week in June 2024, Jamie and his guitar navigated the tranquil waters, recording late into the night in secluded coves. With the natural sounds of wind, waves, and the occasional rain seeping into the recordings, the resulting tracks are unfiltered and raw, capturing the essence of Jamie’s personal journey of recovery and transformation. These recordings, untouched by auto-tune or artificial enhancements, embody a moment of pure musical honesty.
Originally from rural West Virginia, Jamie was raised on a rich mix of folk, reggae, and “old-timey” music, thanks to his mother’s musical influence and the diverse mix tapes of the era. His move to New Orleans in 1996 marked a shift in his sound, as the city’s vibrant jazz and funk scenes inspired him to expand his creative vision. Over the years, Jamie has released four albums, including two with his band J the Savage. Now, with his solo project Future Cowboys, Jamie merges pop, Americana, and his eclectic musical influences, all shaped by his life in New Orleans, where he lives with his wife, artist Muffin Bernstein.
ZEUS promises to be an exciting next chapter in Jamie Bernstein’s musical evolution, with “Not A City, A Star” offering a tantalizing glimpse into what’s to come.
