Sons of Legion Explodes
- Rebekah Iliff
- Aug 26
- 5 min read
Updated: Aug 30
Since our initial interview with the gritty rock duo, they have catapulted into the spotlight
I originally met the duo Sons of Legion, comprised of Adam McInnis and Daddy Jack, when they came to film a music video at our farm in November 2024. As their deep grovely voices echoed through our barn, I fell in love—with the music, of course—and I think my husband was right there with me. We’ve seen and heard a lot of artists over the years, whaling out songs sans auto-tune or a formal band, as they captured video content. But these guys were different. Beyond their natural musical talent, there’s a very specific vibe that emanates from people who aren’t chasing something, rather they are leading it: a fresh style, a modern movement, a way of doing things a little differently.
Back then, Sons of Legion already felt like they were making something bigger than “content.” Their music didn’t just sit in the background; it commanded the room, weaving rock, blues, Americana, and soul into a sound that was raw and real. Even then, they had a quiet momentum—song placements on Netflix’s Lucifer, NBC’s Fire and Rescue, Dodge Ram commercials, ESPN broadcasts, and an upcoming feature in Amazon Prime’s The Bondsman starring Kevin Bacon.
But nothing could have prepared them for what would happen just a few months later.
Since my initial interview with them in May 2025, the duo has taken off like a rocket strapped to a vintage Harley. A few of their music videos went viral, catapulting their follower count from niche to nearly two million in just two months. The phone started ringing with every major record label on the other end. United Talent Agency signed on for booking. And, in a twist of poetic justice for two artists so steeped in music history, they were invited to record an album—for free—at the legendary Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Sheffield, Alabama.
To understand the magnitude of this moment, you have to know where they came from.
The Origin Story
When I asked Adam how he and Daddy Jack met, his answer had the serendipity of a rock documentary. Introduced by a mutual friend—a singer named Dorothy—they initially wrote tracks for other performers, some of which ended up in films. Years later, they reconnected in Costa Rica, but still didn’t create together. It wasn’t until Adam moved briefly to Los Angeles that their shared love for soul, blues, and Americana solidified into something undeniable. Songs like “Brand New Day”, “Alive”, and “Power” drew immediate industry attention, setting the stage for Sons of Legion.
Their name, too, tells a story. Originally Seventh Sons—because, yes, both are seventh sons in their families—they evolved into Sons of Legion, a nod to Roman legions, brotherhood, resilience, and allegiance to something higher than themselves.
The Music Industry: Before and After
When I first interviewed Adam, he described the music industry as “the Wild West,” with AI and social media reshaping everything. His advice to artists was blunt: “Forget the music industry. Create your own industry.”
That was before they became a case study in exactly how to do it. They built an audience directly, invested in the quality of their craft, and approached their careers like entrepreneurs. Viral moments didn’t happen by accident—they were the result of consistent output, authentic storytelling, and an unshakable vision.
Now, standing on the threshold of mainstream success, their trajectory proves his point: artists can go from relative obscurity to cultural presence without playing by the old rules.
Three Homes, One Sound
Part of their magic comes from the places that shape them. Adam calls Nashville “a songwriter’s city,” a place that reveres the craft. Austin, in his words, is “the heartbeat of live music,” raw and unfiltered. Costa Rica, though not built for fast-paced production, offers creative stillness—a place to recharge and write.
It’s in this triangle between industry, energy, and introspection that the duo crafts their songs. The result is music that feels lived-in, carrying the dust of the road and the weight of experience.
The Muscle Shoals Moment
If there’s a single update that feels like the universe tipping its hat, it’s Muscle Shoals. For decades, that stretch of Alabama riverfront has been a cradle of American music history—Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, the Rolling Stones. To be invited there, to record without cost, isn’t just a break. It’s an anointing.
For a band rooted in authenticity and tradition, it’s also symbolic. Muscle Shoals has always been about soul, not spectacle. That aligns perfectly with Sons of Legion’s mission: music that carries truth like a torch.
When I reached out recently to see how they were processing this sudden acceleration, Adam’s tone carried both excitement and steadiness. “It’s surreal,” he admitted, “but we’ve been ready for this. Everything we’ve done up until now has prepared us for these opportunities.”
That preparation is paying off. With UTA on board, label offers in discussion, a growing global fanbase, and brands starting to reach out for partnerships, their next chapter is unfolding at a speed they once only imagined. And yet, their core hasn’t changed. They’re still writing with the same depth. They’re still chasing the same emotional honesty. They’re still Sons of Legion.
Why It Matters
In a time when the music landscape is flooded with algorithm-chasing singles and AI-generated tracks, Sons of Legion is proving there’s still room—and appetite—for songs with soul. Their rise isn’t just a feel-good story about a band that “made it.” It’s a reminder that authenticity can still break through, that craftsmanship still matters, and that the right mix of vision, strategy, and grit can bend the trajectory of a career.
Back in 2024, when they were standing in our barn, the air buzzing with the feedback from their amps, I could feel that they were onto something. Now, less than a year later, the rest of the world is catching up.
And if you ask me, they’re just getting started.
Follow Sons of Legion on Instagram @sonsoflegion. Their music is available on all major streaming platforms.
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About the Author
Rebekah Iliff is the Editor-in-Chief of Palomino County. She is an accomplished business leader, award-winning humor writer and producer, and forever entrepreneur. Her writing has been featured in publications ranging from Fast Company and Forbes to Weekly Humorist and the Erma Bombeck Blog. Her first book and short film, Champagne for One: A Celebration of Solitude (2022), collected 14 short film awards and several major book recognitions including “humor book of the year” by Foreword Reviews; “top 10 personal development books” by Spy Magazine; and “best gift book” by Publisher’s Weekly. She and her husband own Free Dreaming Farm in Springfield, Tennessee, where they, along with their two pups, regularly host some of today’s leading country music artists for writer’s retreats, music video productions, and photo shoots.