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The author of this article wrote that the Sons of the East started with “just a handful of songs and a great live show.”, the band have gained a reputation for their stellar live performances, accruing a dedicated and genuinely global fanbase through multiple sold out tours reaching all corners of the world.

Drawing on classic folk and country blues influences, including Bob Dylan, The Band, Neil Young, and British heroes The Rolling Stones and The Kinks, the band’s motley acoustic-electric sound has become a unique and charismatic trademark: soulful, joyous and irresistible.
(SONS of the EAST – Release “Another Night” Video, 2022)

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“One of the overarching things for the record as it’s come together is that we seem to be going further back into our influences, like Bob Dylan, JJ Cale and the [Rolling] Stones,” Nic explains. “I think our previous work has been informed by people who have been influenced by that, who influenced us. We’re cutting out the middle man.”
(Oxley, 2022)

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Jack Rollins (vocals/guitar) says that they are influenced by legendary acts like Crosby, Stills & Nash, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Eagles and Fleetwood Mac, the trio offer a contemporary take on traditional folk with a modern Australian twist. Blending acoustic guitar, banjo and harmonica with modern programming and synths for danceable beats make them one of the most diverse and distinct bands in the country.
(Oxley, 2022)

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Zach also mentioned he draws influence from classic country singers like Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard. His unique style of storytelling has been compared to some of the most legendary songwriters of all time.
(Zach Bryan’s Profile - Pianity, 2018)

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Warren Barrett wrote about Zach Bryan has been influenced by a variety of artists, including Bob Dylan, Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, and Tom Petty. He also cites the poetry of Charles Bukowski and Dylan Thomas as significant inspirations.
(Barrett, 2023)

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Zach Bryan shared that he is heavily influenced by traditional country music as well as modern artists like Sturgill Simpson, Jason Isbell, and Chris Stapleton. He also draws influence from classic country singers like Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard. His unique style of storytelling has been compared to some of the most legendary songwriters of all time.
(Zach Bryan’s Profile - Pianity, 2018)

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Wesley Schultz (lead singer and guitarist for the Lumineers)says 'As far as music, I’ve been listening to Father John Misty. I really like his lyrics. And I like singers who are somehow trying to find a way to be themselves. Even though he has this persona onstage, his singing voice is very much his own and his songs are dead serious.'
(“Opinion | Wesley Schultz (Published 2013),” 2023)

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Jeremiah Fraites (the piano player of The Lumineers) says, 'I remember it was probably influenced from my older brother and probably some of my parents, but maybe even more predominantly my brother. It was listening to Beethoven and I think he listened to Mozart and we used to argue about like, you know, who was better and whatever. I don't know what grade that was, but then eventually it was listening to his music he was listening to, which was AC/DC, Pink Floyd and Guns N Roses. And he played a lot of guitars, so I can remember listening to him playing “Welcome To The Jungle” trying to learn that on guitar, learning Pink Floyd guitar solos. So then I was into that type of stuff. And then I think one of the first two albums I bought was Bush’s “Glycerine” or “Sixteen Stone” that had that song, “Glycerine” on it. And then the other one was probably like Puff Daddy's, “No Way Out” which I think was the edited version.'
(Barney, 2020)

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Drummer Jeremiah Fraites exclusively told BANG Showbiz: ''The first thing I got into was Beethoven. I remember getting one of those CDs that was all piano stuff by Beethoven and that really influenced me a lot, I love classical music.
(Bang Showbiz, 2012)

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I first discovered the Lumineers in 2012 when they released their first album, "The Lumineers." It was over ten years ago, and I was deeply attracted by one song, "Stubborn Love." For me, their music brings out the free soul and spirit. They only use simple instruments, acoustic stuff. But pieces come with full emotions. Before the Lumineers, I just listened to pop music or the random music I found on the website. It was my very first indie music experience. The drum beat drops, and my soul goes miles away to the places I've never been.

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I was shocked when I found out this trio band is from Australia.
In my head, most of the indie music bands are from America or Britain.
These three young men sing out the emotions that lead me to the countryside of Australia. I feel like I'm a part of this land. In one of their song, " California."  They use Banjo, and in the live studio record, they use the Australian indigenous instrument "Didjeridu." They separated their music from another indie band. Combine the local culture.

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Zach's first song I discovered is called " I remember everything." His song gives me the emotions of a lonely cowboy travelling through the field. As a country music singer, his music is not like others. For me, I've been listening to lots of country songs. But most are about how a cowboy falls in love with a girl. But Zach's music is sorrowful, telling about the relationship with family and friends. My favourite song of his is "Tishomingo." One of the lyrics says, "So won't you pray for me tonight, I've been headin' down the dark, cold road." A person is leaving loved ones to hit on the road to pursue his unknown future.