a warm, motown-inspired ode to connection and timeless groove

with don’t worry (i need you), creswell-based artist peter riley osborne and his band the truckstop handshakes deliver a slice of classic soul rock that feels both nostalgic and alive. recorded at lance seiders’ studio in oregon, the song channels the golden warmth of 70s motown while carrying the earthy sincerity of americana – a meeting point between al green’s velvet soul and small-town storytelling.

from the first notes, osborne’s vocals sit steady and soulful, grounded in honesty rather than flash. the chemistry within the band is unmistakable – pete yaskovic’s rhythmic heartbeat, jim pray’s slide guitar glow, and emma mullen’s honeyed harmonies bring the track to life with an effortless vintage charm.

the production keeps things organic and true to form, highlighting the authenticity at the heart of osborne’s songwriting. “my drummer pete told me that songs like this were made for my voice,” osborne shares – and he’s right. this is music that sits perfectly in its own pocket, comfortable, confident, and full of heart.

don’t worry (i need you) is a reminder that soul never goes out of style – it just finds new voices to carry it forward.

thank u for making this peter riley osborne 🌿