The essence of Reverend & The Makers has been there to see all along. The name ‘The Makers’ hasn ever been simply tagged along as the backing band for ‘The Reverend’ Jon McClure–not leastbecause since their formation in 2005, the ‘band’s continual evolution, has seen them cut across acreative spectrum, ranging from collective efforts to the frontman’s singular visions. Instead, TheMakers is more a sobriquet, a statement of intent, a commitment and a guiding principle that hasseen McClure consistently strive to build, innovate and grow musically and artistically. On their seventh studio album, Heatwave In The Cold North, that sense of making something new, bold and heartfelt has arguably never been stronger.
