BYWATER CALL

“The sense of a band on the brink is unmistakable.” – Classic Rock
“Bywater Call has a very bright future. I’m sure they will evolve into one of the greatest bands in the world.” – Blues Matters
“the kind of music you don’t think people make anymore … nothing short of superb.”– Fireworks Magazine

“It’s about time Bywater Call garnered recognition. This is no ordinary band with a standout lead singer. Their songs are written with insight and come from a place of authenticity and meaning. With a tight rhythm section along with Meghan Parnell’s righteous voice, Bywater Call is going places.”
Rock and Blues Muse
 
Often transcending genres, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic, emotional live shows, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members.  
 
A powerhouse seven-piece Southern soul, roots rock outfit from Toronto, Canada; the band is comprised of Meghan Parnell (vocals), Dave Barnes (guitar), Bruce McCarthy (drums), Mike Meusel (bass), newest member, John Kervin (keys), Stephen Dyte (trumpet) and Julian Nalli (tenor sax).
 
“A soundscape so epic and electric, it ignited – causing hairs to prickle on the backs of people’s necks. …there was no sense of time or place – just the dream that is good music… there is everything to like about this band”
My Global Mind
“Bywater Call’s gig was a masterclass in live performance. Their musicality, stage presence, and ability toconnect with the audience set them apart as a truly exceptional band..”
Jace Media
 
IN 2024, Bywater Call was UK Blues Award nominated for International Blues Artist of the year alongside winners Larkin Poe, after having toured extensively in Europe.  Shows have been praised by European media for years, with references to lead singer Meghan Parnell as one of the best female voices in blues and roots today.  
 
They have also received multiple Independent Blues and Canadian Maple Blues Award nominations including Entertainer, Electric Act and Best Female Vocalist for the 2024 Awards Season
“Meghan Parnell’s vocals tear into you from the outset … It immediately lets you know why many in the European music media regard her as one the best blues and roots female vocalists.”At The Barrier
“Bywater Call’s sound is distinctly their own. While Parnell’s incredible voice is the centerpiece, it isn’t used to cover up any limitations elsewhere in the band. This group is loaded, top to bottom… so tuned into each other that their music and performance seemed flawless.” – Rick Witt, Denver Entertainment Hub
 
In 2023, Bywater Call played Joe Bonamassa’s thirdKeeping the Blues Alive (KTBA) at Sea Mediterranean Cruise where Guitarist Dave Barnes was asked to join legendary blues artist Jimmy Vivino (Conan O’Brien’s Basic Cable Band) on stage.
 
In 2025 the band will once again board to play the KTBA cruise, this time out of Miami, Florida with headliners Big Head Todd and the Monsters and Larkin Poe.  Also in 2025, they will play the Netherland’s BOSPOP festival alongside the likes of the Black Keys, Snow Patrol, Beth Hart and Melissa Ethridge.
 
Bywater Call has opened for Canadian award-winning musicians Whitehorse and Tom Cochrane, Meghan has joined renowned pedal-steel guitarist Robert Randolph on stage at his request, at the Briggs Farm Festival in Nescopeck, PA.
 
Their newest album ”Shepherd” has garnered a slew of positive attention from fans and media alike.  
“Shepherd’s blend of rock’n’roll, blues and Southern soul is infectious.” – R’N’R
“Imagine this: it’s Mardi Gras Night in heaven. The band assembles on stage. There is Otis Redding, Janis Joplin, Lowell George, Sly Stone, Dr. John, Robbie Robertson and The Memphis Horns. This is what Bywater Call sounds like on their third album.” – Bluestown Music

“Everything about this album oozes class… It’s the sort of record and the kind of music you don’t think people make anymore, and you miss it … It’s nothing short of superb.” – Fireworks 

“Shepherd is magnificent. It’s roots rock mixed with everything else, with so much crossover appeal it almost defies description.” – Rock N Load

“Beautifully luscious”
Louder Sound

“‘Shepherd’ offers a journey of different musical expressions with 70s-inspired roots-rock, stunning vocals, and a red-hot band. While the nostalgic feel of the album has a wide appeal, this is a band that is sure to have a bright future: they’re just too good not to”
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“Sheer musical delight from a hugely accomplished group of musicians who know instinctively what each other is about to contribute.”
Velvet Thunder
 
The band’s music is an exploration of life’s highs and lows. From intimate ballads that lay bare the complexities of human emotion to electrifying anthems that demand to be played at full volume, their catalogue is a journey through the human experience, featuring influences from the likes of The Band, The Wood Brothers, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Otis Redding, Little Feat, Sly and the Family Stone, and many more. others.