Baton Rouge’s Jovin Webb Delivers Stirring Reflection on Race and Resilience

Jovin Webb Releases Powerful New Single “Save Me” from Forthcoming Album DrifterNew Music Video Captures Intimate Glimpses of Webb’s Hometown of Baton Rouge

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Following the release of his first single, “Bottom of a Bottle,” blues-soul artist Jovin Webb returns with a deeply reflective and powerful second single, “Save Me,” from his upcoming debut album Drifter, out October 18th via Blind Pig Records. Released today on all streaming platforms, “Save Me” is a slow-burning Southern rock track that tackles the hard truths of Webb’s personal experiences with social injustice and self-reflection. The single is accompanied by a moving new music video featuring intimate footage of Webb in his hometown of Baton Rouge.

“Save Me” is a gritty, introspective song that gradually builds to a resounding, emotional chorus. Against a backdrop of Webb’s unmistakable gravelly voice, the lyrics confront themes of racism, identity, and personal growth. “I saw a lot of racism when I was a kid. There were still cross burnings where I grew up, but my parents always taught me not to judge a person based on their skin,” Webb shares. His lyrics paint a vivid picture: She was day and I was night/We’d go out people stared/It hurt us both it wasn’t fair/I may never understand/But I won’t be an angry man.

Reflecting on the lessons he learned growing up, Webb says, “Daddy told me not to be anyone other than who you are. Mamma said, ‘Be a good man, fly straight, and you’ll go far.’”

The music video for “Save Me” captures raw, emotional glimpses of Webb’s life in Baton Rouge, offering fans a window into the environment that shaped his voice and perspective. The slow tempo and stirring visuals build to a powerful conclusion, reflecting both the introspective tone of the song and Webb’s undeniable resilience.

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Produced by multi-Grammy-winning producer Tom Hambridge (known for his work with Buddy Guy, Susan Tedeschi, and Christone “Kingfish” Ingram), Drifter is a 12-track exploration of Webb’s personal journey, blending the sounds of growling blues, soulful ballads, and Southern rock. The album draws deeply from Webb’s life, channeling the struggles and triumphs that have defined his path.“Drifter is the sound of a blues life searching for gospel redemption,” Jovin shares. “It’s me trying to figure out religion, women, my career, and everything I’ve gone through.”

With Drifter, Webb showcases his authenticity as an artist shaped by both the Southern Black Baptist church music of his youth and the timeless blues tradition. The album features Webb’s harmonica and a surprise cover of the blues classic “Born Under a Bad Sign.”

As Webb gears up for a busy tour schedule across Europe and the U.S., Drifter promises to be a defining statement in his career—a testament to his perseverance and dedication to his craft.

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Drifter by Jovin Webb
1. Bottom of a Bottle
2. Save Me
3. I’m a Drifter
4. Drunk on Your Love
5. Wig on Wrong
6. Livin’ Reckless
7. Blues for a Reason
8. Mine Someday
9. Hand on the Bible
10. Bad Deeds
11. It’s the Hawk
12. Born Under a Bad Sign