The footage for "St. Francis" was taken after The Swayback's performance at this year's Rock N' Rev festival in Sturgis, South Dakota. The kicker? It was all done -- audio and video -- on two iPhones, one belonging to Halborg and the other belonging to "Die Finks" directer and friend Robert Fraser. Halborg says the 3 a.m. performance was totally impromptu, in front of a handful of kids and friends the band had been hanging out with at the fest.
Also, Italian label Sheyrec Records is releasing a Christmas compilation that features The Swayback's "What A Pity," and is available for free download beginning today. Though it is not a new track, it will be the first release of the recording the band did in Los Angeles with famed producer Andy Johns.
So, Merry Christmas, from The Swayback and Backbeat!