The Briars are a Chattanooga based Americana duo featuring Jerris Schmidt and Robert Lovett, each sharing lead and harmony vocals, and each on guitar and percussion. The two also write, both separately and collaboratively, and the results are sure to please anyone who appreciates modern, melodic songs with acoustic textures rooted in traditional American music. They have been well-received in live appearances and online, and have received radio acclaim on WUTC’s “River City Sessions”, and two “Live at the Library” sessions on the same Chattanooga station. Their first full length album, "Feet", showcases their abilities as writers and performers, and brings life and color to the different styles of their songs. Vocal harmonies are the bow that ties everything together. The joy of working together truly comes through when they share their heartfelt, homemade music. They also enjoy covering favorite artists, such as Brandi Carlile, Bob Dylan, Hank Williams, and Gillian Welch. It all adds up to a warm live music experience, and the fruit of this duo's labor of love continues to open up and grow, taking them to festivals, coffee houses, concert venues, restaurants, bars, private events, and everywhere people are listening.