Paper Garden Records recording artists The Storm Windows today released a new single from their forthcoming LIVE album: "There's a Reason for Saturday Nights." The track was recorded live before an enthusiastic audience at Tank Studio in Burlington, Vermont on November 1, 2025. Known as purveyors of "Power-Folk," the band's live performances have been described as the "Folk Ramones" by Spin Magazine.
Performing on the recording is The Storm Windows Trio: Rob Mathews on guitar and vocals, Don Mathews on upright bass and vocals, and Erik Anderson on drums. The single is released on the PGRoots label of Paper Garden Records and will be followed by a full album release, including on vinyl for those attending live shows this summer. Audio for the track was produced and mixed by Ben Collett and Julia Rangel at Tank Recording Studios.
Fans can now pre-stream the new single at this link. The single is the first release on the PGRoots label and portends the upcoming full live album to be released on August 21. The band's website, thestormwindows.com, provides upcoming tour dates.
This release marks a significant milestone for The Storm Windows, as it launches the PGRoots label and sets the stage for their first live album. The band's blend of folk, rock, and jazz—labeled "New Americana" by critics—continues to evolve, with this live recording capturing the energy of their performances. The single's title reflects a theme of resilience, fitting for a band whose name derives from a John Prine song and symbolizes weathering storms.
