Every once in a while, a band comes along that feels both brand-new and legendary at the same time—and that’s exactly the energy Cycamore brings with their powerful new single, “Heart Of America.” This “new” Nashville band is built from the very musicians who shaped decades of iconic music from behind the curtain. And now? They’re stepping into the spotlight with a song that feels like it was meant for this moment in American history.
“Heart Of America” arrives with a story already woven into the nation’s fabric. Originally written for NBC’s Habitat for Humanity Hurricane Katrina relief campaign, the song raised over $100 million to help rebuild homes and restore hope. Cycamore’s rendition takes that same spirit—community, resilience, unity—and builds it into something even richer, louder, and more emotionally charged.
Everything about this new version feels intentional. The wailing guitars. The heartbeat-like drums. The tambourine that shakes like a call to gather together. And at the center of it all, Adam Cunningham’s soulful, impassioned vocals, pulling every line straight from the heart. It’s the kind of track that practically begs for a sea of raised lights—lighters, candles, phone flashlights—glowing together in one shared moment of connection.
And when you remember who’s behind it, the magic makes sense. Drummer Eddie Bayers—yes, the Country Music Hall of Famer. Guitarists Jeff King and Pat McGrath, who shaped the sounds of legends like Faith Hill, Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, and Carrie Underwood. Pianist and producer Dane Bryant, bassist Mike Brignardello… these are the musicians behind some of the greatest moments in modern country and pop. Now they’re channelling all those decades of craft into a band that’s finally their own.
The music video brings it all home, celebrating everyday Americans—the dreamers, builders, and fighters who keep the spirit of the country alive. Paired with studio footage of the band pouring their hearts into the song, it becomes more than a single. It becomes a reminder, an anthem, a gentle nudge toward unity in a time when division feels louder than ever.
Cycamore aren’t just releasing music—they’re rallying something deep, familiar, and needed. And “Heart Of America” hits like an invitation to remember who we are when we stand together
