Bit late to this, OP, but you might want to check out Jim White, and especially his first album The Mysterious Tale of How I Shouted Wrong Eyed Jesus. It's not rock exactly, more alt-folk, but it's definitely Southern and it's thoughtful, fun stuff.
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Just listen to it when you're alone. That's what I do. Good point not to play some things to your (young) kids. But I sometimes like to listen to music which lyrics I don't necessarily agree with. Or from artists that haven't been exemplary humans. If I like the song and it touches me emotionally and I'm able to differentiate between that and real life, I don't think it's bad (for me).
Edit: I'm not sure how 'controversial' the song you mentioned is. It celebrates southern music. And country, bluegrass, rock etc had a good amount of impact on the world. Same with the bands they sing about who have influenced music as we know it today. I don't see an issue with this song.
And if you ask me, let your kids be rebels against injustice and outdated and narrow perspectives on the world.
You can enjoy music without having to agree with 100% of the song/band.
As they grow explain your concerns and give history lessons on the matter, if you think it is required.
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May I suggest Maylene and the Sons of Disaster?
Might be a bit harder than most other things suggested here, but definitely a redneck southern vibe to it. Can't vouch for all the lyrics though ๐
We'll check it out!
There are great recommendations already in this thread, so Iโll add one for Jason Isbell. Formerly of Drive-by Truckers, Southeastern is a good place to start with his solo work.
Got it!
I've really enjoyed The Steel Woods, though I'm not certain they're quite the same.
I'll check them out!
Jason Isbell
Marcus King
Blackberry Smoke
Put these in your music queue and let the streaming service find music based on them, there is a lot of newer southern rock and also country music that doesn't have the baggage. I love that style of music too.
Will do friend