Featuring original ISB pianist Earl Poole Ball and pedal steel legend JayDee Maness, the project bridges generations of Cosmic American Music. With reverent yet refreshed takes on classics like “Blue Eyes,” “Luxury Liner,” and “A Satisfied Mind,” the album honors Gram Parsons’ legacy while breathing new life into his pioneering blend of country and rock. More than a tribute, Back At Home is a revival and continuation of a musical movement, arriving June 6, 2025
Nearly sixty years after the release of the International Submarine Band’s Safe at Home, the album continues to inspire generations of musicians. Gram Parsons’ initial foray into pure country was a radical shift for the ISB, marking a turning point that would define the Cosmic American Music movement. His love of hard country shines through in Safe at Home’s wide selection of country classics, and now, a new generation is paying tribute to its legacy.
Christian Parker and Patrick Cleary—two artists deeply influenced by Safe at Home and Sweetheart of the Rodeo—have joined forces to create American Cosmic Revival, Vol. 1: Back At Home. This full-length tribute album brings together an extraordinary cast, including Safe at Home’s original pianist, Earl Poole Ball, and legendary pedal steel guitarist, JayDee Maness.
As Earl Poole Ball remarked to Christian Parker during the recording sessions, “You don’t know how much this means to me that you and Patrick are doing this record. The title makes my heart filled.” With the involvement of these original ISB contributors, Back At Home is more than just a tribute—it’s a continuation of the album’s enduring spirit.
Produced by Christian Parker and Patrick Cleary, Back At Home was recorded at SubCat Studios (Syracuse, NY), Los Angeles, CA, and Austin, TX. The album was mixed by Sean McDonald at Red Medicine Recording Studio (Pittsburgh, PA) and mastered by Larry Lachmann at Kevorkian Mastering (New York, NY).
Christian Parker, an accomplished singer-songwriter and guitarist, has built a reputation for his deep reverence for classic country-rock. His recent projects, including Sweethearts: A Tribute to the Byrds Sweetheart of the Rodeo (2023) and Change Is Now: A Tribute to The Byrds (2024), showcase his dedication to preserving and celebrating the genre. Meanwhile, Patrick Cleary, a West Coast-based musician, has long drawn inspiration from Gram Parsons’ work. As a founding member of The Digs, Silver Phial, and Cashew & Cleary, Patrick brings a rich history of California country and garage rock influences to this project.
Back At Home carefully recreates and reimagines Safe at Home’s beloved tracklist, offering faithful renditions while incorporating fresh arrangements and new harmonies:
“Blue Eyes” – Patrick’s introduction to Safe at Home, this track captures the optimism and heart of the original, channeling the Bakersfield sound of Buck Owens and Merle Haggard
“I Must Be Somebody Else You’ve Known” – A rollicking, swaggering track with standout performances from JayDee and Earl.
“A Satisfied Mind” – A country-gospel treatment with rich vocal harmonies and an extended instrumental outro.
“Folsom Prison Blues/That’s Alright, Mama” – A lively, punk-tinged interpretation featuring Patrick’s electric guitar work and spontaneous vocal harmonies.
“Luxury Liner” – Powered by chugging acoustic guitar, bluegrass harmonies, and JayDee’s soaring pedal steel.
“Strong Boy” – A Gram Parsons original, newly expanded with an additional verse written by Patrick to give the song a more complete arc
The collaboration with Earl Poole Ball and JayDee Maness makes Back At Home a truly special project. Unlike typical tribute albums, this record unites two musicians who played on the original Safe at Home, allowing them to revisit and reinvent their contributions nearly six decades later.
“This album is unique in that we don’t just have musicians who admire ISB—we have the actual players themselves,” says Patrick Cleary. “JayDee and Earl didn’t just replicate their past work; they brought new energy and creative interpretations to these songs, making them feel fresh while staying true to the original spirit.”
For fans of Cosmic American Music, California country, and the enduring legacy of Gram Parsons, Back At Home is both a tribute and a revival. As Gram Parsons once set out to blend country and rock in a way that felt genuine and soulful, Parker and Cleary continue that mission, honoring the past while looking toward the future.
American Cosmic Revival, Vol. 1: Back At Home isn’t just a tribute—it’s a homecoming. It celebrates a legacy, rekindles the spirit of Safe at Home, and stands as a testament to the enduring power of Cosmic American Music.
American Cosmic Revival, Vol. 1: Back At Home will be available on all major streaming platforms and in physical formats on June 6th, 2025.
A Tribute To The International Submarine Band With Christian Parker, Patrick Cleary And Including Safe At Home’s Original Pianist, Earl Poole Ball and Featuring Legendary Pedal Steel Guitarist, JayDee Maness
Christian Parker Website | Patrick Cleary Website | Earl Poole Ball Website | JayDee Maness Website
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