Neel Cole & Southern St., an "INSPIRATIONAL Texas Grunge" band FROM Austin, Tx.

Meshing the worlds of Rock, Grunge, Blues and Country, while performing songs they love, they created a "unique Texas Sound" as one club owner put it. Comprised of: Neel Cole on Vocals/Guitar, Kenneth Simmons on Bass (2018-2020) / Wen Thai Liu on Bass (2020-Present) and Pedro Duquense on Drums (2018-Present), they strived to bend the walls between genres while trying to make a difference in the world with their words. Began as a simple solo venture by David Neely (AKA Neel Cole) in 2016, he paired together with Kenneth in early 2018 in hopes of putting together a group to perform some of his musical works. After the addition of Pedro on drums later that year, they adapted the group name "Neel Cole & Southern St". Since 2018, they grinded out 3 collections of music that are a testament to Neel's passion for telling stories. After the addition of Wen Thai Liu in 2020, they offered up another collection of songs in 2022, for the betterment of the world!
With wide open guitars, vivid vocal melodies, solid bass lines, and rhythmic percussion, they are surely able to take your soul away from all you worry about in this world...even if for just a moment. ENJOY!!!

“…[”The Stone Is Etched" is] STRONG! Love the gritty vibes and solid beats in this piece. [Also] love the well-crafted lyrics and strong vocals…!" - Common Sense, Groover.com

"What I love about this band is that they write from a place of depth, and they craft their songs based on those intentions and feelings - they don't seem to sit down and say 'let's write a country song, let's write something blue-rock', the concept and moment comes first, which gives them purpose, and a quickly unique vibe that runs throughout [their music]." - Rebecca Cullen, Founder & Editor, Stereostickman.com  

“They have a flow and groove that honestly, to me, is more important than anything production can fake!” - Nate Heltman, Panama Guitars

“…['The Stone Is Etched' has a]…Strong vocal tone, with [a] grunge vibe. Nice drumming and masterful guitar. The build is also great! It is a good alternative rock song!” - Time To Indie, Groover.com

”They definitely have a unique Texas sound.” - Rob Ortiz, Risky Business Lockhart TX

“As I immersed myself in the haunting notes of “The Stone Is Etched”, I was taken on a musical journey that transcends genre boundaries. The skillful fusion of Rock, Grunge, Blues and Country creates what has been so aptly described as a ‘unique Texas sound’.

His collaboration with Wen Thai Liu and Pedro Duquense is a musical alchemy that defies conventional categorization. The musical journey you undertake is a quest to break down the barriers between styles, resulting in something truly unique.” - Punk Goes Pop Vol. 11 - 2023, Groover.com

“Down In The Mud represents [them] really well... [They] are really talented and I love the skills I hear in (their] music. Down In The Mud is a real winner.” - Jacqueline Jax, Avaliveradio.com

" 'Down In The Mud' is a top song and I enjoy the passion and message of fighting for the right thing right now...[it] sums up 2020 perfectly." - Llewelyn Screen, Anrfactory.com

"The guitars are sincere and the riffs captivating, the sounds used are real and intense. Even the voice interprets the folk melodies in the best possible way and you can convey a lot of emotion." - EdgarAllenPoets.com 

“ I enjoyed the rhythm & pace of [“The Stone Is Etched”]. The guitar tones sound great! The vocals fit the vibe of the song well.” - Craft Beer Playlist by Brother Olivers’s, Groover.com

"While [Face The Day] is a high-powered guitar-driven track, the clever arrangement of instruments (including Cole’s voice) gives prominence to each element. It is not stunted in any way, but the simplicity of the melodic transition adds a robust beauty to the music. Gruff, but with a bold warmth, Cole’s vocals complement the moving guitars." -  Nicole Mendes, The OtherSideReviews.com