Musician Daniel Donato released Horizons, the latest album from his band Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, at the end of August, continuing to push the boundaries of the genre. While frequently name-checked as a band you absolutely have to see live, their “kinetic fusion of country, rock, bluegrass, funk, and psychedelia” soars on Horizons, and might be the closest they’ve gotten in the studio to matching their live sets. Ahead of their show at The Granada on Thursday, Nov. 6, we spoke with Daniel Donato to discuss the new record and his career.

The Pitch: What was the first band you ever played and what’s your first experience playing music live?

Daniel Donato: First experience playing music live is down at Legends Corner with my friend Jason Link and his band. Jason is a performer from V

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