Russ Parrish

Russ Parrish brings us all “Together”

Russ Parrish is an award winning singer/songwriter Nashville native who moved to Minnesota in 2016. Influenced by artists and bands like NEEDTOBREATHE, Andy Grammer, and Ed Sheeran, his desire is to write and play songs to bring people together. Russ has won several awards including the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest, and the Minnesota Sate Fair Amateur Talent Contest.

His music focuses on the journey between faith and doubt, seeking the light of hope wherever darkness is found. His new single, “Together”, is out now and is a must-listen-to! Russ spoke to us recently about the song and where it coems from: “I wrote this song with the idea that everything we do affects one another. It’s a song of hope and encouragement that we can fight to find the answer the world needs. I feel like it is relatable and could be a powerful message for the time we’re in right now with COVID-19”. - Talk About Pop Music - Christopher Smith

Russ Parrish is here to light up your life and eardrums at the same time with his newest release of “Together.” Check out the country number below.

Don’t you love a good song with an even greater message? Well, you can expect that and more with Russ Parrish’s latest single “Together.” The country jams screams for unity and healing, exactly “what the world needs” right now. This song must have been inspired by COVID-19 because the call to action is so heavy throughout the guitar led record. Russ Parrish sings his heart out in search of an answer for the world desperately needs. He’s unable to do it alone, so do your share by pressing play below to become a part of his crew that he sings about on “Together.” Drop us a line and tell us what you think on social media at: @gasmaskmagazine. - Gas Mask Magazine - Meech Justice

Russ Parrish the award winning, Nashville based, singer songwriter is currently hanging his hat in Minnesota, where he moved in 2016. Drawing his influences from mega stars such as Ed Sheeran, Andy Grammer, and Christian Rock band NEEDTOBREATHE. These influences are clearly evident in his beautiful melodies, strong and powerful lyrics and a sound that teeters between what he calls “the journey between faith and doubt”.

‘Together‘ is a beautifully written harmony of arpeggio guitar styling with smooth, sweet, heart warming vocals and lyrics. A song about coming together, as people, in a time of need cannot be more fitting to the situation that has been arising around the world, over the past few months. The Corona virus pandemic has left a lot of loss and suffering in it’s wake and it stands to reason that many people are out there, currently struggling with their own faith and doubt journeys. Russ’s hopeful tune is a perfect reminder of how MUSIC can remind us to look to our neighbors, for help, when we need it and that we are all in this TOGETHER. We should all be looking for ways to help each other through these trying times and more importantly, doing our part to help fight this heinous virus. Through his new COUNTRY/POP single, Mr. Parrish has created an ear worm song that will help find the best of us, in ourselves and each other!

“I wrote this song with the idea that everything we do affects one another. It’s a song of hope and encouragement that we can fight to find the answer the world needs. I feel like it is relatable and could be a powerful message for the time we’re in right now with COVID-19” says the artist. I, for one, couldn’t agree more with his sentiment and feel like this song is perfect for the times. Please, give it a listen and take heed, for everyone! - ROCKDAFUQOUT - Scott Orlansky

Who is Russ Parrish?

Russ Parrish is an award winning singer/songwriter Nashville native who moved to Minnesota in 2016.

Influenced by artists and bands like NEEDTOBREATHE, Andy Grammer, and Ed Sheeran, his desire is to write and play songs to bring people together.

Russ has won several awards including the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest, and the Minnesota Sate Fair Amateur Talent Contest.

His new song ‘Together’

Russ Parrish brings me to life again with his song ‘Together’, I’m sure that you will get captivated by his beautiful and attractive vocals and distinctive writing style. Russ’s musical style is pretty good and it can’t be beaten at all. He puts a lot of emphasis and time on his vocal delivery as he does with the lyrics and that’s why his songs have a beautiful taste. This song will take you on a journey and it will be your favorite one in your music library and you will love to share it with everyone. Play it and enjoy it! - Yellow & Black Music

Russ Parrish is an award-winning Minnesota-based singer-songwriter from Nashville, TN. Not too long ago, he released a lyric video for his “Together” single.

‘Together’ finds Russ Parrish reminding listeners that no man is an island and no star is silent. We’re all one crew on a ship in the sea. Therefore, he suggests that we come together and find the answer to our impending dilemma.

‘Together’ contains an inspiring narrative, ear-welcoming vocals, and tuneful melodies. Also, the likable tune possesses guitar-driven instrumentation flavored with indie-pop and alternative-folk elements.

Russ Parrish was influenced by artists and bands like NEEDTOBREATHE, Andy Grammer, and Ed Sheeran. His desire is to write and play songs to bring people together. Furthermore, his music focuses on the journey between faith and doubt, seeking the light of hope wherever darkness is found. So far, he has won several awards including the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest, and the Minnesota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest.

We recommend adding Russ Parrish’s “Together” single to your personal playlist. Also, let us know how you feel about it in the comment section below. - Bong Mines Entertainment - Zangba Thomson

In this Dream Tour segment, the folk pop artist, Russ Parrish, reveals who he would want on his ultimate tour lineup. You can check out their picks, after the break.

Over the last few years, I’ve had the opportunity to play at some pretty cool venues. From NAMM in California to MerleFest in North Carolina. My dream tour would consist of playing with 2 bands who are close to these locations that have influenced my music and lyrics: Switchfoot (from California) and NEEDTOBREATHE (from South Carolina).

The tour would be called “The Together Tour” and it would go from coast to coast starting in California and working our way to South Carolina. We’d have to pass through Nashville, of course, since that’s home to me.

During the days on our tour, I’d want to explore the city, meet the locals, and hear what makes each place special. The more I learn about a place, the more I feel I can relate to the people at each show.

Every night I’d be out in the crowd introducing myself and getting hyped up. I’d be curious to hear the stories of everyone who’s there. If it were possible, I’d find a way to incorporate someone’s story into the show. My hope with this tour would be to bring everyone together as much as possible. At the end of the night, all the bands would gather in the crowd with their acoustic instruments, surround a mic, and sing a few songs.

After each concert, I’d go play an after-show with anyone from the other bands who wanted to join. We’d find a local coffee shop, parking lot, or home, and keep playing. There would be stories told and stories made of what this tour was about.

Finally, when we’re all back together at the end of the night, we’d write a song. The stories we hear and create each day would be the inspiration for the songs we write. Then we’d play one of these songs at the following show. Each of these songs would be recorded live at each show and released the next day so everyone can remember that night as a time we did this together. - Digital Tour Bus - Joshua Weidling

I absolutely love Russ' music. It brings me pure joy and this album is spot on. The music probably falls in the Folk/Christian category, but that does not do it justice. Russ has a vibe of his own that brings Gods message to music. - DaveC

Nearly 8,000 fans cheered on the best amateur talent in the state at the 45th Annual MSF Amateur Talent Contest Finals, sponsored by JACK’S ® Pizza, held Sept. 3, at the Grandstand. Contestants were competing for more than $20,000 in cash awards and JACK’S ® Pizza prize packs. Winners were:
Open Division
First place: Russ Parrish of Burnsville, Minn., vocal/guitar performance, “Holding On” - Morning Ag Clips

“Washed By The Water”
Russ Parrish
Burnsville, Minnesota - American Songwriter

A lot of talented Minnesotans took the stage at the grandstand last night. This was the 44th year of the talent contest. - WCCO - CBS Minnesota