[4] Paisley had previously toured with Bonnie Prince Billy under the name Dark Hand and Lamplight with artist Shary Boyle.

Boyle would illuminate her art in the background while Paisley played the guitar and sang his songs.

Paisley's 2010 release Constant Companion received positive reviews in major publications such as The New Yorker and Spin.

His 2014 album Strong Feelings featured guest appearances by Mary Margaret O'Hara and Garth Hudson.

[10] In November 2022, Paisley announced his forthcoming album, Say What You Like, which was released March 17, 2023 to positive reviews in Pitchfork, and elsewhere.