Cereus Bright has evolved from a two-piece folk duo to a five-piece outfit that hones in on vibrant Americana while acknowledging influences from jazz to rock. Yet the band has remained true to their namesake Cereus, a desert flower that only blooms in the night, which serves as a guiding influence.

Singer and guitarist Tyler Anthony met Evan Ford on Anthony’s brother’s porch. Ford picked up the mandolin, for the first time no less, and started playing along with Anthony. Anthony, who already had a band name and some original songs tucked away, asked Ford to join him. Now, drummer Luke Bowers, upright bassist Matt Nelson and electric guitarist Jake Smith have broadened the band’s sound to explore a new frontier.

At the end of the day, Anthony says they wish to “embody raw true music.” Cereus Bright will share their passion for music through their profound and heartfelt songs on Oct. 16 at Rose Music Hall.

Cereus Bright has released two EPs, “Goldmine” and “Happier Than Me.” Both EPs encompass a range of earnest emotions, from the tender and honest “Lady Fortune” to the sanguine and spirited “Stella.” Between their summer tour and their upcoming tour, they have been in the studio recording new tracks.

The band hails from Knoxville, Tennessee, and draws its influence from the past and present.

“What we respect so much (of The Band, The Beatles and Bob Dylan) is that they were effective and reached a lot of people with their songs, but they were still authentic,” Anthony says.

The band is also inspired by more modern bands like Wilco. Additionally, Cereus Bright has traveled with other Americana greats like the Lone Bellow, Jackie Greene, Sturgill Simpson and the Dirty Guv’nahs.

This fall, Cereus Bright is touring with brother and sister duo The Oh Hellos and folk-rockers Family and Friends.

Touring with The Oh Hellos is particularly significant for Anthony. When Cereus Bright originally formed, Anthony drew inspiration from the sibling pair. Later, Anthony presented the ultimate sign of love, a mixtape with songs by The Oh Hellos, to the woman who is now his wife.

“Life led us together,” Anthony says of performing with The Oh Hellos.

Anthony says he expects the show at Rose Music Hall to be exciting due to how engaging the bands are.

“It’s nice to play a show we would already go to,” Anthony says.

On the way to these shows, the band members occupy themselves through conversation, YouTube videos and Clash of Clans.

Driving city to city, the band also has plenty of time to listen to music, too. Anthony says that he’s been listening to indie rocker Kurt Vile lately, but he also delves into more music with electronic undercurrents.

“We’re weird listeners in our band,” Anthony says. “We figure out stuff for ourselves and where we stand.”

The band members also share a sense of humor, so pranks often arise.

“I am notorious for messing with fellow bandmates,” Anthony says. “Shenanigans will ensue, and I will be the perpetrator of many.”

Anthony also displays his humor in the band’s Snapchat, cereusbright. Channeling the awkward Michael Scott from “The Office,” Anthony discusses anything from “Pretty Little Liars” to the Tennessee Volunteers in his stories.

Yet Cereus Bright remains serious about their craft. They continuously challenge themselves to create their own genuine sound in a sea of monotonous folk.

The band transferred its folk sound in its dark rendition of the [Bee Gees’ “Stayin’ Alive”]( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdmGtIAzR94) where they wished to expose a new layer to the disco classic.

“It’s a great way to get an introduction to a band,” Anthony says of how rapidly the cover spread.

Another cover will be coming out soon, but it will be a surprise.

You can see how Cereus Bright has evolved and catch a cover or two Oct. 16 at Rose Music Hall. Tickets are $15.