While touring in support of their ninth studio album, Sister Hazel will preview some of the brand-new songs. From the intro ballad, “Fall off the Map,” to the heartfelt “Something to Believe In,” to the fun-loving good times of “Kiss Me Without Whiskey” and “Karaoke Song” featuring Darius Rucker, Lighter In The Dark is the first Sister Hazel album to showcase the band's Southern Rock/Country side. The band embraces their roots and Florida music influences wholeheartedly. Each member of the group is involved in writing and performing their songs, and the result is a culmination of 20 years of friendship and musical stylings.

“The five years since our last record has been anything but a straight and clear path,” states bassist/vocalist Jett Beres. “After making records together for over 20 years, we found ourselves struggling to find The Sound; a body of work that would honestly represent who each of us were as a band and as individuals.  The music that was created was our “lighter in the dark.”  The songs that form this record slowly began to illuminate a clarity of direction and creativity for us.  In choosing a record title, this lyric from the song “Something to Believe In” became the clear choice to represent our journey, our struggles, and ultimately our deliverance.”

Lighter In The Dark Track List:

Fall off the Map

That Kind of Beautiful

Karaoke Song featuring Darius Rucker

Something to Believe In

Kiss Me Without Whiskey

Almost Broken

Take It With Me

We Got It All Tonight

Danger is Real

Prettiest Girl at the Dance

Thoroughbred Heart

Run Highway Run

Back to Me

Ten Candle Days

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About SISTER HAZEL: Originating from Gainesville, FL, Sister Hazel is comprised of five gifted, seasoned musicians whose well-spring of natural talent has been called "one of the Top 100 Most Influential Independent Performers of the last 15 years" by Performing Songwriter Magazine. Song "All for You" topped the adult alternative charts during the summer of 1997 and the success propelled their album to platinum status. Sister Hazel has been equally attentive to connecting with their audience through social media. Their Twitter followers are nearing the 1 million mark and last year they called upon that audience to help with the making of 20 STAGES, an album of live versions of songs from throughout the band’s career. Living up to their fan-centered reputation, the band hosts annual events like “Hazelnut Hang,” that focuses on fan involvement, and are co-founders of the Rockboat, a cruise featuring nonstop opportunities for fan/artist interaction. In addition to the events and touring, the band also gives back with "Lyrics For Life." Founded by singer Ken Block, the charity unites musicians and celebrities for concerts and auctions to benefit cancer research and patient-care charities.