Eric Boatright of Shallow Side Talks New Music, Elton John Cover & Biloxi Show | The Sound 228

In this interview on The Sound 228, we sit down with Eric from Shallow Side for a real, wide-ranging conversation that hits on where the band has been, where they’re headed, and the moments that shaped it all.

Eric talks about Shallow Side’s upcoming live show on January 23, 2026 at The Sanctuary in Biloxi, Mississippi, what fans can expect from the night, and why playing rooms like The Sanctuary still means so much to the band.

We also dive into their powerful new single, a hard-hitting cover of Elton John’s “Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting,” how they approached reimagining a classic, and what made this song the right one to bring into the Shallow Side universe.

To round it out, Eric takes it all the way back, sharing the story of his very first rock show, the spark that lit the fuse, and how those early live-music moments still fuel everything he does today.

If you’re a fan of Shallow Side, modern rock, or the stories behind the music, this is one you don’t want to miss.

🎸 Shallow Side live at The Sanctuary📍 Biloxi, MS📅 January 23, 2026

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