NELSON SOBRAL – “MUST’VE DONE SOMETHING RIGHT”
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Toronto-based rock & roll troubadour Nelson Sobral returns with his new album, três!, featuring the lead single “Must’ve Done Something Right.” Blending blues rock grit with Americana soul, the track is a testament to living on the edge, flirting with disaster, and somehow still landing on your feet. With its tongue-in-cheek lyrics and infectious, guitar-driven groove, “Must’ve Done Something Right” is a heartfelt reflection on life’s ups and downs, delivered with Sobral’s signature charm and swagger.
Inspired by a quiet moment watching his wife play with their two young sons, Sobral penned the track during a family vacation in Japan. Despite his mischievous past, the song celebrates the good fortune that’s followed him through it all.
The song’s title pays tribute to Sobral’s country music heroes, embracing their tradition of witty, self-aware storytelling. With its rootsy Americana vibe infused with rock & roll spirit, “Must’ve Done Something Right” speaks to troublemakers and redemption-seekers alike.
Recorded live off the floor at RHC Studios, três! showcases Sobral’s raw, authentic sound, blending rock & roll, blues rock, and country rock/Americana influences. Anchored by themes of love and loss, the album captures the grit and glory of life’s journey.
Long, swaying grass and the hoofbeats of horses are not what you’ll find in Nelson Sobral’s version of Americana. Hailing from Toronto’s gritty Parkdale neighborhood, Sobral injects his Americana sound with urban blues, rock & roll grit, and northern soul. Inspired by legends like Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson, and vocal influences from Otis Redding, Sobral’s sound blends the storytelling of outlaw country with the swagger of blues rock.
Unapologetically versatile, Sobral’s songwriting transcends genre, echoing the influences of songwriting giants like Hank Williams and Gram Parsons, while bringing a contemporary edge to his sound. With a road-hardened career that includes sharing stages with David Wilcox, The Trews, and Jeff Healey, Sobral’s voice and guitar playing are fit for any stage, anywhere.
ARTIST QUOTE
“I tracked all the main guitars and drums live off the floor. So many challenges, personal and professional, almost made me scrap it, but I knew this set of songs needed to live together on an album.”
Nelson Sorbal
três!
(Independent)
Release Date: March 7, 2025
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