New York transplants Barnaby Bright has a lot to look forward to this month. The Brooklyn-via-Kansas married duo of Nathan and Rebecca Bliss will not only release their second full-length album, “The Longest Day” on October 23, but just a few days prior are set to compete in NPR’s Mountain Stage Songwriting Contest at Lincoln Center on October 20. Their music is traditional folk centered on intense melodies and Rebecca’s mature, regal vocal style. Barnaby Bright, a medieval term for the summer solstice, will celebrate “The Longest Day” release at Joe’s Pub on October 23 after competing against the 11 other regional finalists for the NPR songwriting contest.Check out the brand new video for the song "Old Coats" here. – Devon Antonetti
