Vienna, Austria – A devilish collaboration has sparked an electrifying new single as Vienna-based outlaw country rocker Marc Miner teams up with the charismatic Styrian folk-country collective, the Long Beard Brothers. Their joint release, “Saved My Soul,” which dropped on January 31, 2025, via indie label Between Music, blends a rich fusion of country, blues, Irish folk, gypsy music, Spanish guitar, and Slavic melodies. This musical firestorm marks a bold moment in the Central European country and folk music scene.
The Long Beard Brothers—renowned for their rousing acoustic rock and folk influences—join forces with Marc Miner, whose gritty storytelling and Americana roots have earned him accolades across Europe. Their seamless chemistry is evident in “Saved My Soul,” a track that speaks to the eternal struggle between sin and redemption.
A Song of Struggle, Redemption, and Fire
Lyrically, “Saved My Soul” delves into a timeless Western folklore theme: the devil and the quest for salvation. Miner, who penned the track, shares, “The deep falls, the constant struggle to rise again, the relentless pursuit of becoming a better person—these themes have always fascinated me. It was clear to me from the start that the Brothers had to be part of this song. Their music embodies the very spirit of these stories.”
Recorded in a single day at the Long Beard Brothers’ studio in Styria, the song was a natural and spontaneous creation. “The energy in the studio was amazing from the very first moment,” says Beard Chris, drummer and one of the three lead singers of the Long Beard Brothers. “We had only met Marc once before at one of our concerts, but when he suggested this collaboration, it didn’t take much convincing. The excitement was immediate.”
Beard Dave, the band’s double bass player and high tenor, adds, “We didn’t need to overthink the music. When you strip away limitations and embrace music as a universal language, magic happens.”
With a dynamic blend of rich harmonies, haunting melodies, and a foot-stomping rhythm, “Saved My Soul” showcases the unique strength of this collaboration. In a genre often defined by its American roots, the song proves that European artists can bring their own compelling voice to country and folk music.
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About the Long Beard Brothers
Formed spontaneously at a live show in 2013, the Long Beard Brothers have since become a powerhouse in the European folk and country music scene. Hailing from Styria, Austria, the quartet infuses Irish folk, country classics, acoustic rock, and rock ‘n’ roll into a high-energy live experience. Their distinctive lineup—featuring banjo, mandolin, guitar, double bass, and percussion—creates an irresistibly danceable sound that captivates audiences across Europe.
About Marc Miner
Marc Miner has carved a niche for himself as a European outpost of alternative outlaw country rock. While Nashville reigns as the heart of Americana, Miner has made Vienna his musical home, bringing a global influence to his storytelling. With roots spanning the USA, Germany, and Poland, Miner has released two critically acclaimed albums, “Smile When You’re Wasted” (2020) and “Last Heroes” (2023), alongside the original soundtrack “The Path of His Spirits” (2022). His accolades include “Album of the Year 2020” from Americana Highways, multiple Austrian Country Music Federation (ACMF) awards, and a first-place finish in the “Country Rock” category at the 2023 Pullman City Bayern Country Music Awards. In addition to his own music, Miner is an active producer, publisher, and label operator at Between Music.
With “Saved My Soul,” Marc Miner and the Long Beard Brothers deliver a song that burns with raw passion, proving that sometimes, even the devil can be bested by the power of music.
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Olivia Long PR
