New Music Archives

Anella Herim Shares New 3 Song Sampler ‘Season 1: I Love You’

March 1, 2024/in Blog, New Music, News /by Erica Zisman

Anella Herim shares his new 3 song sampler, Season 1: I Love You, out now, March 1st on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new tracks below.

There’s nothing like artists who have a flavor that is all their own! Anella Herim is that artist. The newcomer creates music for the modern-day country lover, but his unique talent brings an enticing level of rhythm, spunk, and swagger to the genre. Today the singer-songwriter debuts his brand new 3-song project called Season 1: I Love You.

The record kicks off with “Lock N Key.” The song feels the most related to his break-out hit, “Tennessee Love Song.” “Lock N Key” feels familiar, yet cool and different. The song is stage-ready, and Herim brings his A-game on this fun new track. On the contrary, “What You Meant” brings a different vibe to Herim’s one-of-a-kind talent. “What You Meant” blurs the lines of genre, infusing a hip-hop style with a country lyric. The track fits in effortlessly with songs from artists like The Kid Laroi and Khalid.

The third and final song on the sampler project is “Broken Hearted.” “Broken Hearted” feels like the love child between the former two songs. It has all the elements that are special in the previous songs. Herim find a way to effectively weave through different genres of music, while giving listeners a taste of his artistry and his heart.

Season 1: I Love You is one of the most enticing new projects by a newcomer. Herim has that special sauce and it is evident with this outing. Definitely listen to the new project.

Season 1: I Love You Tracklist:

Lock N Key
What You Meant
Broken Hearted

Anella Herim shares three-song sampler, ”Season 1: I Love You,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

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Season 1: I Love You is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Trey Lewis: ‘Troublemaker’ – Debut Album Review

March 1, 2024/in Blog, First Impression, New Music, News /by Dylan Bestler

Trey Lewis shares his album, Troublemaker, out now, March 1st on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new project here.

It’s been 3 years since Trey Lewis’ viral, smash hit, “Dicked Down in Dallas” blew up on TikTok and country bars around the U.S. If you haven’t heard the song, it is as raunchy as its name suggests. While these lyrics may be too aggressive for some, Lewis embodied this new persona and fans embraced it. His new project, Troublemaker, is full of amusing lyrics and innuendos like his hit single, however, he also explores themes of love, heartbreak, and nostalgia in the second half of the record, giving listeners a bit more variety.

“I feel like everything I’ve been through in my life has built up to this moment,” Lewis admitted in a recent press release. “I feel like these songs really represent where I’ve been and what I’ve been through. I believe there is something on this album for every listener, whether this is their first time hearing me or they’ve been a fan for years. My hope is that people can relate to it and play it and then play it again and again and again.”

Lewis’ humor is displayed in the first half of the album, notably in songs like “Could’ve Been Me,” “Girl Problem,” “Up Yours,” and “Outlaw Us.” In “Could’ve Been Me,” the singer is thankful that his ex is marrying another man. In “Girl Problem,” the singer acknowledges that his issue with women is that he can’t settle on just one.

The songwriters in “Up Yours” cleverly use the hostile phrase in a lighter, but still negative connotation. The singer wants to forget and move on from his ex but the songs he hears and the whiskey he sips keep bringing up her memory. “Outlaw Us” is a small-town anthem that lists the actions and beliefs of a true country boy. The singer states: “We’re gonna be who we’re gonna be ‘til the day they outlaw us.”

Switching gears to the more vulnerable side of the record, Lewis demonstrates lust in “Pretty Hungover,” “Always You,” and “What I’m Doin’”. In the former, he eloquently expresses his admiration for his partner in every moment, whether she’s dressed up or in sweatpants, sober, drunk, and even hungover. In the latter, the singer confesses he is new to serious relationships and feels the pressure of keeping her happy. Like someone starting a new job, he is just trying not to screw up and get fired, or in this case, lose the girl.

In “Mine Never Could” and the album’s closer, “I Quit,” the singer displays his frustrations with romance. He is envious of his ex in the former, confused to how she moved on so fast after the breakup. In “I Quit,” the singer finally believes he found true love, but if the story takes a turn for the worse, he is officially cutting ties with his heart.

“I guess what it all adds up and comes down to // We’re just two hearts and it’s too soon to call it what it is // If this ain’t love for you then girl, you can split // but for me, if this ain’t it, I quit”

It is difficult for artists to re-route their musical path after having massive success with their first single. Troublemaker shows listeners that Lewis is more than the guy who gave us “Dicked Down In Dallas.” The songs on the record are reflective of him as an artist and give broader depth to him as a human.

Troublemaker Tracklist:

Drunk In A Bar (Justin Wilson, Matt Rogers, Chris DeStefano)
Could’ve Been Me (Dawson Edwards, Alex Maxwell, Joe Collins)
Wishin’ I Was Fishin’ (Joybeth Taylor, Matt McKinney, Tate Howell, Jared Hampton)
Up Yours (Lee Thomas Miller, John Pierce, Ben Stennis)
Girl Problem (Seth Ennis, Joe Fox, Trea Landon)
Outlaw Us (David Lee Murphy, Rhett Akins, Michael Carter)
Sounds Like Money To Me (JT Harding, Brice Long, Matt McKinney)
Pretty Hungover (Tommy Karlas, Kyle Coulahan, Davis Corley)
Always You (Ben Hayslip, Matt McKinney, Jacob Rice)
Troublemaker (Trey Lewis, Kyle Coulahan, Davis Corley)
What I’m Doin’ (Trey Lewis, Jake Rose, Stone Aielli)
I’m A (Craig Wiseman, Chris Stevens, Brad Warren, Brett Warren)
Mine Never Could (Matt Jenkins, Zachary Kale, Deric Ruttan)
I Quit (Trey Lewis, Matt McVaney, Jordan Walker)

Country Swag Picks:

Pretty Hungover
Up Yours
I Quit
Mine Could Never

Trey Lewis shares his debut album, ‘Troublemaker,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Trey Lewis releases.

Lewis will showcase the new record on his spring tour of the same name. For tickets, head to his website.

To keep up with Trey Lewis, follow him on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram.

Troublemaker is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

MacKenzie Porter Releases New Song “Coming Home To You”

March 1, 2024/in Blog, New Music, News /by Erica Zisman

MacKenzie Porter shares a brand new song called “Come Home To You,” out now, March 1st. Listen to the new track here.

Canadian-country star, MacKenzie Porter is primed to have a huge year in 2024. The Big Loud Records recording artist recently shared that her debut album, Nobody’s Born With A Broken Heart, will be out on April 26th. Back in January, Porter gave fans a sneak peek of what’s to come on the project, releasing four brand new songs. Today, she is sharing another new song off the upcoming project called “Come Home To You.”

Written by Tower Brown, Lauren Hungate, Caroline Watkins, and Emily Weisband, “Come Home To You” is a beautiful song that effortlessly fits in with Porter’s artistry. The song expresses true love in a way that is both refreshing and romantic. “Come Home To You” is a true love letter to loving the right person, and knowing that you would live in a shoebox if it meant staying together.

“I know we look at our friends sometimes // And think they’re living our dream // Why would I wish for a different life // We don’t got it all, but we got all we need // There’s always gonna be bigger houses // Longer driveways with nicer cars // There’s always gonna be whiter fences // Redder roses, in a greener yard // Most people would kill for a // Higher up hill looking down on a better view // But I don’t want no bigger house if // I ain’t coming home to you”

Porter is an artist to look out for. Everything she releases feels undeniably “her.” “Come Home To You” is another great song to add to her catalog.

MacKenzie Porter shares new song, “Coming Home To You,” out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future MacKenzie Porter releases.

To keep up with MacKenzie Porter, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Coming Home To You” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Tucker Wetmore Drops His Debut Single “Wine Into Whiskey”

February 23, 2024/in Blog, New Music, News /by Erica Zisman

Tucker Wetmore shares his debut single, “Wine Into Whiskey,” out now, February 23rd on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new song below.

There are few things we like more than championing a new artist. Today, we get to do just that. On the verge artist, who has already amassed an impressive following on social media, Tucker Wetmore is sharing his debut single and it is one to pay attention to. His song, “Wine Into Whiskey” is officially here.

Fans of artists like Morgan Wallen and Jordan Davis are going to fall in love with Wetmore’s debut track. “Wine Into Whiskey” is an honest look at love, heartbreak, and the aftermath of all of it. He manages to pay special attention to the experience a girl goes through from a guy’s perspective during a break-up, adding even more interest to the already impressive song. The tune feels familiar and comforting from the first lyric; despite, the melancholy story. Wetmore impresses with his vocals and his storytelling throughout the intriguing single.

“I took a good thing and I turned it into goodbye // Took the fire in her eyes put it on ice // Turned that angels world upside down // Dipped her wings in Tennessee brown // I turned her callin’ me into callin’ me a mistake // Turned heart of gold into a heart break // If I was her I’d damn sure hate me // I turned her love into pain and her wine into whiskey”

Although “Wine Into Whiskey” is only one song from the artist, we are already very excited to see what’s to come! The singer will be on the road with Kameron Marlowe this year, and it is only a matter of time until everyone pays attention to his talent!

Tucker Wetmore shares debut single, “Wine Into Whiskey,” out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Tucker Wetmore releases.

To keep up with Tucker Wetmore, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

“Wine Into Whiskey” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Miranda Lambert Joins Forces with Enrique Iglesias on New Song

February 23, 2024/in Blog, New Music, News /by Erica Zisman

Miranda Lambert shares new song with Enrique Iglesias, “Space In My Heart,” out now, February 23rd, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new track below.

It is always exciting when country artists get to crossover and collaborate with an artist from a different genre. We have seen the success of cross-genre hits time and time again; however, this one may be the most surprising to date (in the best way). Country superstar Miranda Lambert is joining forces with Latin pop-star, Enrique Iglesias on a new song for his upcoming album. Their collaboration is a song called “Space In My Heart.”

The beautiful new track is an exquisite love song. The tune shows off the best parts of both artists’ voices, as well as, their ability to convey emotions through song. “Space In My Heart” depicts how it feels to feel like you have found your person. Lambert and Iglesias take turns singing lyrics; however, in the chorus the two artists get to meld their sounds. Somehow, their voices seem to blend and balance each other’s beautifully.

“You don’t love me yet, but I know you will // If you only felt half of what I feel // If you ever go, I will never change // There’s a space in my heart and it’s just your shape”

“Space In My Heart” is one of the most intriguing cross-genre songs in recent years. Both Lambert and Iglesias gave their heart to this song!

Miranda Lambert and Enrique Iglesias join forces on new song, “Space In My Heart.”

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Miranda Lambert releases.

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“Space In My Heart” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Kameron Marlowe Shares New Song “Quit You” Out Now

February 23, 2024/in Blog, New Music, News /by Erica Zisman

Kameron Marlowe shares brand new song “Quit You,” out now, February 23rd, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new track below.

Kameron Marlowe is one of the most exciting rising artists in country music right now. He recently debuted his killer collaboration with Ella Langley called “Strangers.” Today, Marlowe is surprising fans with another brand new song called “Quit You.”

Penned by Marlowe with James McNair and John Pierce, “Quit You” is a beautiful ballad dedicated to Marlowe’s fiancé. Much like the singer’s hit song, “Giving You Up,” the song touches on all the beautiful and honest qualities of Marlowe’s music. On “Quit You,” the listener gets to hear how the singer gave up his vices in favor of fully embracing the lifestyle that allowed him to find the love of his life.

“Yeah, I’m addicted to every side of you // There ain’t no going back // Baby, who could quit you // Baby, who in their right mind could put you down // ‘Cause I ain’t ever had your kinda high // Who could ever go and tell you goodbye // Baby, who could quit you // ‘Cause I can’t put you down // Put you down”

“Quit You” is an incredibly impressive song. It showcases solid songwriting and heart, which is very important in a good country song. Marlowe continues to show his star power with each and every release. “Quit You” is no different.

Kameron Marlowe shares new song, “Quit You,” out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Kameron Marlowe releases.

To keep up with Kameron Marlowe, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Quit You” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Redferrin: ‘Old No. 7’ – EP Review

February 16, 2024/in Blog, First Impression, New Music, News /by Erica Zisman

Redferrin releases his debut EP, Old No. 7, out now, February 16th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new project here.

One of our favorite things to do here at Country Swag is to highlight and champion artists early on in their careers. Redferrin, an artist we truly believe in is making his major-label debut today with his brand new EP. The Warner Music Nashville signee shares his new project called, Old No. 7.

“It feels good to finally be releasing a project rather than singles,” shares Redferrin in a recent press release. “I got to be super hands-on and craft the stories the way I wanted them to be told, and it’s very special to me. I’m excited for people to really get a feel for who I am and what kind of music I make.”

Throughout Old No. 7, Redferrin leans into his Tennessee roots, showcasing his talents as both a singer-songwriter and a producer. The record features seven distinct songs that speak to Redferrin’s talent and diverse musical interests. Fans of Morgan Wallen are sure to fall in love with his creativity and knack for storytelling that is evident from the first single on the project, fan-favorite and viral song, “Jack and Diet Coke.”

“You won’t know the difference when you mix it with some whiskey // It’ll still get you buzzed up just right // Don’t believe it, kiss me, boy, still gon’ get ya tipsy // So I did and your lips taste just like // Jack and Diet Coke // Jack and Diet Coke // Now, baby, all I want is Jack and Diet Coke // Jack and Diet Coke”

The record continues with two more songs called, “Lose Her For Nothin'” and “Miss Summer.” The former tells the story of heartbreak in a way that feels like an anthem. Redferrin gives listeners the nostalgia we are all craving on the standout track, “Lose Her For Nothin'”. While on “Miss Summer”, the song reminisces about a summer love. The tune reads as a true and honest depiction of a quick, but impactful romance. After just one listen, fans will be hanging on every word of “Miss Summer.”

Redferrin continues to bring the honesty on the next tracks of the EP. “Just Like Johnny” talks about being stuck in your ways. The singer compares his relationship to Johnny Cash and June Carter. Redferrin remains honest about the vices that may get in the way.

While honesty is a common thread throughout the EP, no song is as genuine as track 5, “Doin’ Life.” According to the singer, the song is one of the most vulnerable songs he has ever released. It capsules his struggles with mental health and the pain he has felt throughout his life. “I’ve battled with depression in the past and have lost friends to suicide, so it was really important to me to tell this story and put this song out into the world. Music kept me going through the hard times and I hope that someone comes across this song right when they need it too.”

“Lucky to even be alive, the way I was doin’ life // Hardly made it through the nights, I was fighting suicide // Every day feeling low, like it’s just the way it goes // When you come from down the road, you get used to getting by // Just trying to survive, the way I was doin’ life // Felt like I was doin’ life, yeah”

On the final two songs of the project, “She’s Like Whiskey,” and “Champagne In The Morning,” Redferrin continues to prove his talent. “She’s Like Whiskey” leans into the hip-hop influence in the singer’s repertoire, while “Champagne In The Morning” captivates you from the first note complemented by the intriguing production.

Redferrin’s first official outting, Old No. 7 is one of the best releases of the year so far. The record has songs that will stay stuck in your head for days, while still addressing real stories and experiences. Redferrin is an artist to look-out for.

Old No. 7 Tracklist:

Jack and Diet Coke (Blake Redferrin, Jake Saghi, Kevin Bard)
Lose Her For Nothin’ (Blake Redferrin, Cooper Bascom, Rose Falcon)
Miss Summer (Blake Redferrin, Chris Loocke, Michael Tyler)
Just Like Johnny (Blake Redferrin, Micah Wilshire)
Doin’ Life (Blake Redferrin, Jarrod Ingram, Blake Hubbard)
She’s Like Whiskey (Blake Redferrin, Jake Saghi)
Champagne In The Morning (Blake Redferrin, Tawgs Selter, Jacob Hackworth)

Country Swag Picks:

“Lose Her For Nothin'”
“Doin’ Life”
“Jack and Diet Coke”
“She Like Whiskey”

Redferrin releases his debut EP, ‘Old No. 7,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Redferrin releases.

To keep up with Redferrin, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

Old No. 7 EP is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Chase Matthew: ‘We All Grow Up’ – EP Review

February 16, 2024/in Blog, First Impression, New Music, News /by Nicole Piering

Chase Matthew releases his new EP, We All Grow Up, out now, February 16th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new project here.

On his new EP, We All Grow Up, Chase Matthew is poetic and nostalgic about the trappings of life in a small town, love, heartbreak, and everything in between. Featuring six new songs, four of which he co-wrote, the project serves as a solid introduction to the Warner Music Nashville artist.

For the Nashville native with a well-publicized troubled past, the EP reflects overcoming adversity for something greater, which included a March 2023 Opry Debut. This summer, the young star will also hit the road with Jason Aldean, continuing his meteoric rise as he cleverly blends hip hop infused beats with a country twang.

“This project has been a blast to put together. Each one of these songs makes you feel something,” shares Matthew. “‘We All Grow Up’ feels reminiscent. ‘Small Town Shit’ might make you feel like a hometown badass. ‘Darlin” is one of my favorites because I’ve been in that situation before. I’ve had a great time working on this one with some great friends. Can’t wait for y’all to hear it!”

The EP opens with the title track, a nostalgic throwback that is sure to win over legions of new fans. On the mid-tempo anthem, Matthew shares a poetic look at the kids he grew up with, admitting that they all took different paths. “Some left town and some got stuck, It takes a whole lotta God, a little bit of love,” He sings. “But we all settle down and we all grow up.”

Similar themes weave through tracks like “Small Town Shit” and “Dirt Road Does.” On the former, which is remnant of tracks like Kane Brown’s “Bury Me in Georgia” or Aldean’s “Burnin’ it Down,” the newcomer booms through a barn burner as he celebrates all the things that make small towns special. Alternatively, the album’s closing track, “Dirt Road Does,” shows a more vulnerable side of the singer-songwriter as he likens his love to a dirt road, and while it shouldn’t work, it absolutely does. Over a sparse guitar ballad, he muses “I thank God everyday for the both of you // Yeah your brown eyes and a two lane windshield view // When I’ve been gone too long // You both know how to take me home.”

“Darling” finds him suspicious of a girl on the hip-hop infused track that finds him channeling Brown and Sam Hunt as he questions her. “If he’s just a friend, then why’s he always calling?” He asks on the earwormy track. “Why’s he call you darling, Why’s he call you daily?”

“Make You Miss Me” and “I Don’t Carolina” both find Matthew dealing with heartbreak. On “Miss Me,” he wants her to regret the end, while “I Don’t Carolina” turns to clever lyrics as he deals with a breakup with a Carolina girl. On the moving heartbreak ballad, he name drops cities like Charlotte, Raleigh and the Outer Banks before going anywhere to escape her. “I’ll head to Texas, Times Square,” He proclaims. “Anywhere I won’t find ya, ‘Cause I don’t Carolina.”

On We All Grow Up, Chase Matthew is sure to continue his meteoric rise to stardom, and it’s only a matter of time before he’s filling arenas on his own.

We All Grow Up EP Tracklist:

We All Grow Up
Darlin’
Making You Miss Me
I Don’t Carolina
Small Town Shit
Dirt Road Does

Country Swag Picks:

We All Grow Up
Darling
Dirt Road Does

Chase Matthew shares new EP, ‘We All Grow Up,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Chase Matthew releases.

For tour dates and more, visit the singer-songwriter’s website here. He’ll be hitting the road with Jason Aldean this summer as part of the Highway Desperado Tour, with stops at Jones Beach on July 12 and PNC Bank Arts Center on July 13.

To keep up with Chase Matthew, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

We All Grow Up EP is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Lainey Wilson Shares New Song “Country’s Cool Again” After Grammy Win

February 16, 2024/in Blog, New Music, News /by Erica Zisman

Lainey Wilson’s new song, “Country’s Cool Again” is out now, February 16th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.

Fresh off her GRAMMY win for best country album, Lainey Wilson is feeding fans even more music. Since she emerged in the country music landscape, Wilson has cemented herself as a mainstay in the genre. Now, the singer-songwriter is a true superstar in her own right. Wilson’s new song, “Country’s Cool Again” is just another notch in her belt.

The new single has everything we have come to love from a Lainey Wilson hit. “Country’s Cool Again” touches on all the cliches of country music in a new and fresh way. Throughout the song, Wilson sings about how country music is mainstream again, which fits right into her lifestyle. The song highlights the revival of the country music genre, something that Wilson herself has had a huge influence on.

“Oh me, oh my, how things changed // And I can’t believe my eyes these days // Everybody wanna be a cowboy // Drive a John boat whip a John Deere // Everybody wanna backwoods front porch // With a tub full of iced-down beer // Must be something in water flowing out of the holler // Blue collar must have caught a new wind // Doggone daggummit, didn’t see that coming // Country’s cool again”

“Country’s Cool Again” is a type of song that is hard not to love the second you hear it. Wilson deserves all the hype she is getting right now and we hope that this is just the beginning of more new music down the pipeline!

Lainey Wilson shares new song, “Country’s Cool Again,” out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Lainey Wilson releases.

To keep up with Lainey Wilson, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Country’s Cool Again” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Drake Milligan: ‘Jukebox Songs’ – EP Review

February 16, 2024/in Blog, First Impression, New Music, News /by Nicole Piering

Drake Milligan releases his new EP, Jukebox Songs, out now, February 16th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new project here.

With a voice seasoned way beyond his 25 years, Drake Milligan is easily one of country music’s best modern traditionalists. This is on full display on his new EP, Jukebox Songs, which allows his impressive voice to shine over four new tracks. Produced by fellow Texan, Trent Wilmon, the EP continues to illustrate Milligan’s impressive talent.

Similar to his previous releases, the Stoney Creek artist’s new EP is the best of both traditional country and modern sounds. He shares, “My goal for this EP was to write and find songs that feel classic and memorable – the kinda tunes would fit right in on some old Rock-Ola in the corner of a smoke-filled bar on the outskirts of nowhere Texas. It’s a continuation of the old-meets-new Country sound I’ve always gone for, and this time with my friend Trent Willmon at the reins as producer, I’m very excited to keep this honky tonk train rollin.’”

The EP opens with “What I Couldn’t Forget,” a swinging and single-ready ode to finding new love beneath neon lights. While he may have entered the locale with the intention of drowning his sorrows in a sad country ballad, someone new catches his eye and a love story is forged over fiddle and steel. “I think I walked in here running from a memory,” He admits, a playful tone lacing his booming voice. “I can’t remember what I couldn’t forget, that train of thought took off the moment we met, All I got is you girl running through my head, I can’t remember what I couldn’t forget…All I know is I’m glad you’re here.”

“I Got A Problem” starts off with a cheeky ragtime piano, as Milligan sets up the story, musing about what happens when “a guy like me gets hooked on something.” Initially, it may seem like a ballad but quickly traditions into a rocking uptempo as the singer deals with his addiction to a new woman in his life.

“Your kiss tastes like whiskey and I’m a drinker // You play with my heart strings, and girl, I’m a singer // Nah, it ain’t no joke, you’re a smoke show // And I’m a Marlboro man when I’m holdin’ your hand // You’re a wild card, I’m a gambler // I was goin’ nowhere, you wrecked my plan, girl I got a problem // But what a damn good problem to have”

“Don’t Leave Me Loving You” is an immediate standout, finding him a broken hearted balladeer as he channels his inner George Strait, longing for a lost love on the powerful ballad. “Come leave me hurt, Come leave me mad, Come leave my heart broken in half,” He pleads. “Leave me like someone I never knew, Hating the hell you put me through, Just don’t leave me loving you.”

The collection ends with the rousing “Jukebox Songs and Barstool Beers,” a simple but effective celebration of a local and reliable haunt that’s sure to have cold beer and good music. It’s the perfect ending to the EP, leaving listeners with a smile on their faces, as they are immediately transported to the place. Akin to tracks like “Redneck Yacht Club,” “I Love This Bar,” or “American Honky-Tonk Bar Association,” it leaves listeners with a taste but wanting more.

The only problem with Drake Milligan’s Jukebox Songs EP is that it’s too short. However, the four song collection packs a powerful punch that’s sure to be played on repeat.

Jukebox Songs EP Tracklist:

What I Couldn’t Forget
I Got A Problem (Full Length)
Don’t Leave Me Loving You
Jukebox Songs and Barstool Beers

Drake Milligan shares new EP, ‘Jukebox Songs,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Drake Milligan releases.

Milligan will be hitting the road with Cody Johnson this Spring. For tour dates and more, click here.

To keep up with Drake Milligan, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Jukebox Songs EP is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.