Mainstream pop rockers The Strange Familiar inspired by forthcoming parenthood
THE OHIO-based pop rock band The Strange Familiar, who have enjoyed
exposure through such TV programmes as The Vampire Diaries and Pretty
Little Liars, have released a new single, "Rain". Vocalist Kira
Andrea, who is married to the band's guitarist Jeff Andrea, said,
"This single is very special as it documents my thought process during
our first pregnancy. Initially it was meant to be a lullaby, but it
turned out to be something totally different." The song was heavily
influenced by the hopes and fears of being a parent for the first time
and mirrors the lessons learned though life's struggles conquered by
the couple's strong faith. "We were very torn by the push and pull of
what it means to bring a child into the world. We prayed constantly
that we would make the right decisions for our child. We hope this
song will resonate with parents, however we believe that you don't
have to be a parent to relate. If you have parents or grandparents
that raised you in a loving way - sacrificing and doing all they could
to give you the best life possible - that is the healing 'rain' that
is showered on one's life. We hope this will strike a chord."