The Rural Alberta Advantage was born out of singer/songwriter Nils Edenloff's exodus from the province that inspired the band's name and many of the songs from their enthralling debut album, Hometowns. Edenloff grappled with homesickness and, in order to cope with his loneliness and isolation in the 'big city,' the shy songwriter penned a series of odes to his former home. The songs begat a band, a live following, the recording of Hometowns, a lot of online love and, finally, a deal with Saddle Creek who are giving the RAA the love it truly deserves. A cursory listen to these songs - frenetic, wistful, and gorgeous - and you'll fall in love with The Rural Alberta Advantage, too. Check it out.

"Don't Haunt This Place"