The/Theys

2024 · R&B and Soul · Single · Recording Club

Helping Hand

Imagine cruising down a sun-drenched highway, windows down, with this soulful anthem playing. "Helping Hand" by J-Rad Cooley and The/Theys blends bluesy grit with Lionel Richie's “Easy” (like Sunday morning) vibes. Warm Rhodes piano and Hammond B3 organ lay the foundation, while a laid-back groove invites you in. J-Rad's soulful vocals deliver a powerful message: "I'm gonna be a sweet friend, a helping hand." It's not just a promise, it's an uplifting anthem asking, "What would you do to help a friend in need?" This collaboration transcends specific genres, offering timeless comfort and encouragement with a touch of bluesy honesty. It's a feel-good track that celebrates community and reminds us that even when facing bad times, a helping hand is always within reach.

Recorded live at Archive Recordings on August 24th & 25th of 2023.

Vocals: J-Rad Cooley
Backup Vocals: Sarah DeGraw
Hammond Organ: Scott Seibert

Guitar: Purple
Piano: Blue
Drums: Green
Percussion: Red
Bass: Orange

Written by: J-Rad Cooley
Produced by: Darren Farnsworth
Engineered & Mastered by: Wes Johnson
Album cover: J-Rad Cooley

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The/Theys

We’re not drawing a line in the sand, we’re painting the whole picture from scratch. With every song, idea, and conversation, we allow ourselves to be defined only by the end results of our creations. We are a group that is devoted to authentic creativity, that stems from a rapid fire “no one knows” mentality. With this project, we plan on growing creatively, artistically, and professionally through our combined effort to hone in on our ability to freely express ourselves, and have a great time doing so. This is a passion project from all of us that will be everchanging and evolving along with us. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to ride with us, or check us out.