What makes up the Memphis sound? The stomping ground of Howlin' Wolf, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Justin Timberlakeincludes an amalgam of intense flavors leaving one wrapped up in a bevy of questions. Not to mention soaked in bubbles of hours of delicious research. The essence? A BBQ mix of blues, rock and soul mixed with a dash of grit and a whole lotta lip-smackin', boot-kickin' style.

With a name birthed one dark Memphis night from a chance encounter with a homeless man, the band Star and Micey embodies all of these sweet Memphis flavors while mixin' in some Indie and finger-snappin' pop. In other words, feel-good music.

Comprised of band members Joshua Cosby (guitar, lead vocals, kick drum), Geoff Smith (bass, vocals, percussion, pump organ and glockenspiel), and Nick Redmond (lead guitar and cymbals), Star and Micey's self-titled debut album to be released October 20, 2009 through Ardent Music features a wide range of star-studded musicians: Luther Dickinson (The Black Crowes, North Mississippi Allstars); Jody Stephens (Big Star); and Rick Steff (Cat Power, Lucero), just to name a few. Young and fresh, their lyrics are sweet yet sorrowful and invite you to take your partner by the hand, swing 'em around, look into their eyes, and just... 'feel sograteful.'

No New York dates as of yet, but they promise to keep us posted. In the meantime, head out on one of their southern/midwest dates during their upcoming tour or check out a preview of their album and this video interview. You can also join in on their whereabouts through their site, Facebook, Twitter and MySpace.

"What will you get from Star & Micey? Terrific folk-infused pop music that’s melodic and infectious. Their tunes feel like intimate personal missives, but the personal touch is always light and upbeat. These guys are singing their blues and sending them out into the world, and the song that emerges is worth checking out.” – Times of Acadiana