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Who Is Neah McMeen? The Story Behind Her Journey to Country Music

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Who is Neah McMeen? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about her journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

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Neah McMeen

Quick Facts:
Full Name – Neah McMeen
Birthdate – 07/01/2004
Hometown – Webber, Kansas
Current City – Nashville, TN
Musical Influences – (please name 3-5): Taylor Swift, Megan Moroney, Kelsea Ballerini
Label – Independent
Current Single – “Little Scrap of Love” (as of date of article: 08/31/2026)

The Beginning:

Today’s spotlight artist has always had a love for music. We chatted with Neah McMeen about her love for music, her debut project, and everything in between.

Growing up in a small town in Kansas, McMeen began singing from an early age, performing the National Anthem at local games and even singing with a band around her hometown. At the time, music was simply something she loved to do, but deep down, the dream of becoming an artist was always there. “I remember going to every concert and thinking like, ‘Oh, maybe, I hope they pull me up on stage so I can sing,’” she shared.

Growing up in a small town, pursuing music professionally didn’t necessarily feel like something that could actually happen. McMeen remembers watching shows like American Idol and America’s Got Talent, dreaming about one day having an opportunity to showcase her own voice.

“To be honest with you, no,” she shared when asked if she thought music could actually become her career. “I remember growing up, I’d always watch American Idol, America’s Got Talent, stuff like that. […] I’m from such a small town, and it’s definitely hard to get noticed from a small town.”

Still, there were plenty of artists who made the dream feel possible. Taylor Swift’s Fearless album had a major impact on the songstress, while Carrie Underwood’s journey from a small town to American Idol particularly resonated with her. She also grew up covering Adele songs for her family and friends.

“I would for sure say Taylor Swift. Fearless album and everything like that, I am just so obsessed with her songwriting,” McMeen shared. “I would also say Carrie Underwood. I just remember watching her auditions with American Idol […] and she’s from a small town. That was giving me hope in a way.”

Today, her influences continue to be dominated by female artists, including Ella Langley, Kelsea Ballerini, Emily Ann Roberts, Gracie Abrams, and Olivia Rodrigo. “My whole vibe is for the girls,” she shared.

The Turning Point:

Although music had always been a dream, McMeen attended the University of Kansas and started focusing on becoming a dental hygienist, while music became something that felt more far-fetched.

“I kind of lost my passion for music a little bit just because it seemed out of reach,” she shared. Then, one phone call changed everything. A family friend from her hometown reached out about recording demos, ultimately bringing McMeen to Nashville. While recording, the producer working on the songs saw something in both her voice and personality and invited her back to Music City to record more music.

Those sessions eventually became McMeen’s first four releases. Although she didn’t write the songs herself, the experience gave her an opportunity to begin building an audience and helped her realize exactly what she wanted to do next. “After having some songs out that I didn’t write, I really felt like, for my audience and my fans and even to myself, that I want to write my own songs, my own words and own feelings,” she shared, adding, “I have always wanted to songwrite, but I was in my own way,” she admitted. “I thought I could just sing, and I don’t know, songwriting just felt like I couldn’t reach it.”

In one of her first co-write sessions, she got the bug for songwriting. “It was so much fun and just gave me hope for what I could do,” she shared. “It was such a freeing process just because I’ve had so much built up that I wanted to write out and write in a song. I just didn’t know how to.”

With a new confidence in her songwriting, McMeen made the decision to spend a year in Nashville writing, networking, finding collaborators, and discovering who she wanted to be as an artist. Moving to Music City alone wasn’t always easy, but the experience ultimately helped shape her. “It was definitely very scary, but it was very eye-opening and really shaped me into who I am right now,” she shared.

Today:

Flash forward to today, and McMeen is finally sharing music that feels entirely her own.

At the beginning of the year, the songstress created a goal board, writing down her desire to release a full project that showcased not only her voice, but her songwriting and who she truly was as an artist. Now, she’s officially accomplished that goal with her debut EP, Love Letter. “Everything about the EP is just so me and genuine, and I hope everyone can see that,” she shared.

Each song on the project stems from personal experiences, giving the artist the opportunity to turn what she’s been going through into music. At just 22 years old, the singer-songwriter is embracing the messiness that comes with figuring out life, relationships, and everything in between. “All the songs are from a personal experience, and it was very therapeutic for me to just get all of it out there in song,” she shared.

Over the last year, McMeen has also continued to find her footing as a songwriter, working with different co-writers and learning something new each time she steps into a writing room. “I am 22, so we are figuring out all the things,” she joked. “I definitely like to write about some boys sometimes, which I feel like that’s where the Taylor Swift influence comes in.”

Ultimately, the songs on Love Letter were chosen because together, they represent exactly where McMeen is in her life right now. While each track is special to her, she currently names “Friend Zone” as her favorite on the project.

Looking ahead, fans won’t have to wait long for even more music. McMeen already has another single on the way, with plenty more she hopes to accomplish in the coming year. Along with continuing to release music, the rising artist is manifesting opportunities to open for other artists, play bigger shows, and perform at festivals. Stay tuned for more from the songstress!

Connect:

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

To keep up with Neah McMeen, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

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

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Who Is 2 Lane Summer? The Story Behind The Duo’s Journey to Country Music

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Who is 2 Lane Summer? The singer-songwriting duo joined us to chat about their journey to country music. Get to know the rising act here…

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2 Lane Summer // Photo credit: Matthew Berinato

Quick Facts:

Full name – Joe Hanson & Chris Ray aka 2 Lane Summer
Hometown – Naperville, Illinois + Jackson, Mississippi
Current city – Nashville, Tennessee
Musical influences – Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, Michael Jackson, Chris Tomlin, Eric Church
Label – QHMG / Quartz Hill Records
Current Project – Flawless (as of date of article: 08/24/2026)
The Beginning:

Today we’re sharing the story of 2 Lane Summer, comprised of Joe Hanson and Chris Ray. The duo is an exciting new duo in Nashville, who came together almost serendipitously. Keep reading to learn more about their stories.

Before forming Two Lane Summer, Chris and Joe each had their own journey with music. Growing up in Jackson, Mississippi, Chris was surrounded by music through the church, where he first started singing and playing. “I grew up in the church,” Chris shared. “That’s how I fell in love with music.” Country music quickly became another important influence, especially because of its storytelling. Chris credits artists like Randy Travis, Keith Urban, and Rascal Flatts as some of his early favorites.

For Joe, music started in Naperville, Illinois, just outside Chicago. Like Chris, he also grew up playing in church, while his parents constantly introduced him to artists like Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, and Alan Jackson. “I think my parents brainwashed me,” Joe joked. “A whole bunch of music was always being played.”

For both singers, music eventually became the only real option. Chris started his first band when he was just nine or ten years old, performing throughout Mississippi and knowing from an early age that he wanted to pursue music “Either I make it or I die trying,” Chris shared.

Joe briefly took a different path, attending college for business before quickly realizing that wasn’t where he belonged. “I’m technically still on winter break,” he joked about leaving during his sophomore year.

Eventually, both musicians found their way to Nashville, each pursuing solo careers as artists and songwriters, unaware that their paths were about to cross.

The Turning Point:

In the summer of 2022, a mutual friend put the two in a writing room together, and they immediately clicked. Along with similar musical influences and backgrounds in the church, the two discovered that their voices blended effortlessly. “It was so organic and natural when we started singing,” Joe shared. “It was almost like, wait, we haven’t been doing this our whole life?”

That writing session ultimately became the beginning of Two Lane Summer, a name that represents two individual paths merging together into one. For the duo, joining forces also felt like an opportunity to bring something different to country music. “We wanted to just bring something fresh to country music,” Chris shared, adding, “Bringing different cultures together, that’s what really makes Two Lane Summer.”

Their sound quickly became a blend of both artists’ influences. While their harmonies are a major part of what makes the duo stand out, both Chris and Joe also take turns singing lead, allowing listeners to hear each of their individual styles throughout the music. As they continued writing and sharing their music online, their audience began to grow.

Eventually, Quartz Hill Records took notice, and they found themselves signing a major record deal. “They just saw us on the socials and were like, ‘Hey, we love what you guys are doing,’” Chris shared.

While things may have appeared to move quickly from the outside, both artists had already spent nearly a decade honing their craft individually, followed by another couple of years writing together and figuring out exactly what they wanted Two Lane Summer to be.

Today:

Flash forward to today, and Two Lane Summer is officially introducing fans to that vision with their debut album, Flawless. For Chris and Joe, the project was built around one simple idea, they wanted listeners to feel good.

“There’s just a lot of negativity in the world, and we just wanted to shine a little light with this project,” Joe shared. Whether it’s a love song, a party song, or a track about life in the country, the duo wanted the entire record to carry an uplifting message. “Life is crazy. Life is hard,” Chris added “We just wanted to make people feel better.”

After years of songwriting, narrowing the track list down wasn’t necessarily easy. The two joke that they probably have “80 albums worth” of songs, but ultimately chose the ones that best represented the message they wanted Flawless to share.

For Joe, one of the most meaningful tracks is “Me and Yours,” the first song he and Chris were officially scheduled to write together. “God’s brought us so far in this journey, and it’s just been a crazy ride,” Joe shared, reflecting on what the song means to him now.

Chris, on the other hand, gravitates toward “No Going Back,” a track that showcases another side of the duo’s sound “It’s the swagged-out song,” he shared. The song also allows some of Chris’ R&B influences, including Michael Jackson, to shine through, further showcasing the wide range of sounds that Two Lane Summer brings to country music.

Looking ahead, the duo has plenty more planned. They hope to take their music to country radio, spend more time on the road, and potentially release a deluxe version of Flawless. For two artists who spent years pursuing their dreams separately, it’s safe to say merging those two lanes was exactly the right move. With a debut record officially out in the world and plenty more ahead, Two Lane Summer is only getting started.

Connect:

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future 2 Lane Summer releases.

To keep up with 2 Lane Summer, follow the duo on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok.

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

Who Is Dawson Anderson? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music

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Who is Dawson Anderson? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising artist here…

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Dawson Anderson // Photo credit: Dawson Anderson

Quick Facts:

Full name – Dawson Anderson
Birthdate – 08/09/1999
Hometown – Raleigh, North Carolina + Raised in Temecula, California
Current city – Nashville, Tennessee
Musical influences – John Mayer, Rascal Flatts, Charles Kelley, Green Day
Label – Mailbox Money Records (Independent)
Current Single – “Like You Never Left”  (as of date of article: 08/17/2026)
The Beginning:

Today’s spotlight artist has always been drawn to entertaining. We chatted with singer-songwriter, Dawson Anderson all about his journey to country music, his new songs, and everything in between.

Born in Raleigh, North Carolina, Anderson moved to Temecula, California when he was nine years old, a move that would ultimately kickstart his journey with music. Anderson was always a charismatic kid, who enjoyed being in front of people, which included putting on shows and magic shows for his family. His mom quickly recognized his big personality and love of performing.

“I always wanted to be in front of people,” Anderson shared. “I wanted to make a small impact or a large impact in your day. That was always my goal.”

His mom eventually signed him up for guitar lessons, and the singer quickly fell in love with music. Even from a young age, he recalls listening differently than most people, dissecting certain parts of songs and becoming infatuated with specific melodies and sounds.

One of his earliest memories came from watching Cars and hearing Rascal Flatts’ “Life Is a Highway.” “I think I was maybe six years old hearing that song in the movie Cars and just having my mom rewind that scene over and over again,” he shared. Anderson also had a love for artists like John Mayer, Keith Urban, and Green Day, showcasing his eclectic taste.

“I’d say probably the biggest musical influence on me was John Mayer,” he shared, adding, “I think if you listen to only one genre, you can get boxed in,” he added, explaining that his love of music extends far beyond country and into pop, rock, jazz, and R&B.

Anderson started playing guitar at ten years old, but interestingly enough, singing wasn’t initially part of the plan. At the time, he was also playing hockey and traveling to Los Angeles for acting classes and auditions. “I just thought singing was lame,” he joked.

Thankfully, his mom convinced him to take some vocal lessons. During his second lesson, Anderson met sisters Maddie and Emma, who would eventually become his bandmates in Temecula Road. “They taught me how to sing harmony,” he shared. “It blew my mind. I was so hooked.” At fifteen years old, Anderson officially joined Temecula Road, beginning a chapter that would eventually bring the trio to Nashville and introduce him to songwriting, performing, and every piece of creating an artist project.

The Turning Point:

As Anderson continued growing with Temecula Road, his love for music expanded far beyond singing and playing guitar. He found himself fascinated by every part of the creative process, from songwriting and production to stage plots, marketing, visuals, and even the colors that helped bring a project to life.

“I kind of found my love for writing and the creation process,” he shared. “Not just with the songs, but creating stage plots and figuring out how we’re gonna market this, and what the color schemes are gonna be for this, stylistically how is this gonna look visually as well as sonically.”

He continued to take his wide range of music acts and genres to heart with everything he did. “I’ve always loved all kinds of music,” he shared. Later, artists like Lady A, Drake, Morgan Wallen, and early Sam Hunt continued to influence his approach to music, while Charles Kelley became one of the vocalists Anderson studied closely.

After years together, Temecula Road eventually came to an end in 2023, after an incredibly impressive run. For Anderson, music was still his calling. “I’ve been hitting the ground running ever since,” he shared. “It never slowed down.”

Since then, he has continued releasing music as a solo artist, finding a new sense of freedom in getting to create exactly what feels authentic to him. For Anderson, even the difficult parts of building a career in music are worth it.

“My worst day is still a good day,” he shared. “I’m still grinding at this every day, and it’s a lot of work, a lot of strenuous hours, a lot of unknowns. But, man, do I love it.”

Today:

Flash forward to today,Anderson is fully immersed his artistry and what he has to say.

Most recently, the singer-songwriter released a catchy song called “Like You Never Left.” The songs quickly became one of his personal favorites (and ours too). Produced alongside Brett Truitt, the track initially took some time to find its footing in the studio.

“We were a little lost in the beginning of what to do,” Anderson shared. After spending hours trying different ideas, everything suddenly clicked, and the song came together in roughly 45 minutes. “We either royally screwed this up, or we just created something incredible,” he recalled thinking after the session, but when he listened again, he knew it was perfect.

Anderson describes “Like You Never Left” as possibly his favorite song he’s released, especially from a production standpoint. The track also showcases his love of writing complicated relationship songs, creating stories that can pull from both his own experiences and imagined scenarios. “There’s no right or wrong answer,” he shared of songwriting. “It’s literally whatever we make of it […] My favorite part of this whole thing is that human connection and bringing people together,” he shared.

Looking ahead, fans can expect plenty more music. Anderson has been spending countless hours writing and recording, while also preparing for upcoming festival appearances throughout Europe, including shows in the Netherlands and Denmark.

Most importantly, Anderson feels like he’s entering one of the strongest creative chapters of his career.

“I feel more myself than I ever have,” he shared. “I’m excited.” Stay tuned!

Connect:

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

To keep up with Dawson Anderson, follow him on Instagram and TikTok.

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

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Who Is Madden Metcalf? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music

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Who is Madden Metcalf? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising artist here…

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Madden Metcalf // Photo credit: Daylin Jarvis

Quick Facts:

Full name – Madden James Metcalf
Birthdate – 11/14/2005
Hometown – Panacea, Florida
Current city – Panama City Beach, Florida
Musical influences – Ella Langley, Parker McCollum, Jimmy Buffett
Label – Wexler Records / MCA
Current Single – “Sound Of The Summer”  (as of date of article: 08/10/2026)
The Beginning:

Today’s spotlight artist has found a way to bring where he comes from into every part of his artistry. Florida native, Madden Metcalf is a true entertainer at heart. We chatted with the singer-songwriter about his upbringing, his music, and where he’s headed. Keep reading to learn more.

Growing up in Panacea, Florida, as a fourth-generation commercial fisherman, music was just as much a part of his childhood as life on the water. “My dad always had music playing, and I never understood why we loved music more than everybody else,” he shared.

It wasn’t until he was around ten years old that he started to understand just how much music meant to his family. After asking his dad why he loved country music so much, his answer changed the way the budding singer-songwriter listened to music from that point forward. “If a song can’t tell you a story, then you don’t need to listen to it,” he recalled his dad telling him.

From then on, he began paying closer attention to the lyrics and stories behind the songs he loved, unknowingly laying the foundation for the songwriter he would eventually become. His musical influences ran the gamut. His family listened to everything from Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, and Keith Whitley to Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, and Zac Brown. As he got older, Parker McCollum also became a major influence, particularly when it came to his appreciation for songwriting.

“It’s not really my sound, but just my love of songwriting,” he shared of McCollum’s influence. “It has to sound like a good song, songwriting-wise, for me to be in love with it.” Still, music wasn’t just something he loved listening to. From banging drumsticks on the bottom of laundry baskets and playing an out-of-tune guitar to singing karaoke in the living room, he always wanted to be the one putting on the show. “I wanted to be the entertainer,” he shared.

Now, getting to write songs, release music, and watch people connect with them feels like a full-circle realization of a dream he’s had since he was a kid.

The Turning Point:

While the Metcalf always loved entertaining, his path to becoming an artist happened rather unexpectedly. About a year and a half ago, he started sharing simple cover videos on TikTok. With only a few hundred followers, there was no elaborate strategy behind the posts, no editing, lyrics on the screen or fancy production. Metcalf was simply singing in his room.

As fate would have it, his now-manager happened to come across one of those videos while scrolling TikTok. Her husband, who would eventually become his producer, heard him singing from another room. “That kid, I like that,” he recalled him saying. From there, everything began to move quickly. He found a team that believed in both his music and who he wanted to be as an artist. About a year later, he met with MCA and eventually signed his record deal.

Having the right people around him has made the whirlwind even more special. “They’re more in it for the artist than the artistry,” he shared of his team. “A lot of people in this business just really, really care about the music and the artist.”

Soon after, he officially introduced himself to country music fans, releasing his debut single on his 20th birthday. Since then, it’s been full steam ahead.

Today:

Flash forward to today, the rising artist is showcasing exactly who he is with his debut EP, Saltwater Southern. The project’s title comes directly from his North Florida upbringing and the unique place he calls home. While many people picture cities like Miami or Orlando when they think of Florida, Panacea looks entirely different.

“Where the trees meet the water,” he shared, describing his hometown. “You put South Georgia and the Gulf Coast together. It’s like sandy, white beaches, and then a mile from the beach, it’s just straight woods.” That juxtaposition ultimately became the heart of Saltwater Southern.

Although he and his team already had a collection of songs ready for the project, he realized that if he was going to use a title that represented where he came from, the music needed to do the same. He ultimately swapped out three songs for newer ones that better showcased his artistry. “If we’re gonna title it Saltwater Southern, it’s got to be Saltwater Southern,” shared Metcalf.

The finished project allows fans to hear several sides of his sound, from the bluesy “Young Loretta” and beachy “Paradise” to the rock-driven “Long John Silver.” “It really got to showcase who I am as an artist and what I’m capable of,” he shared.

Most recently, the singer-songwriter shared “Sound of the Summer,” a nostalgic track inspired by summers spent on St. George Island. “I made a lot of bad decisions in high school,” he joked. “It was all just at that time, this sound of the summer, chasing friends, girls all around St. George Island, and just trying to do what everybody else is doing, have fun.”

After holding onto the song for nearly a year, finally getting to share it with listeners has made the track even more special. Looking ahead, fans can expect plenty more from the rising artist, including another new single, more writing, and plenty of time on the road.

Connect:

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

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

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

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Who Is Trey Lewis? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music (2026)

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Who is Trey Lewis? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

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Trey Lewis // Photo credit: Mitch Wallis

Quick Facts:

Full name – Lewis Edward Thomas III aka Trey Lewis
Birthdate – 12/05/1987
Hometown – Birmingham, Alabama
Current city – Nashville Tennessee
Musical influences – Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean
Publishing – SONY Music Publishing
Current Single – “Dicked Down In Dallas” radio version, acoustic rendition & EDM remix with Deerock

The Beginning:

Today’s spotlight artist proves that sometimes music has the power to completely change a life. We first interviewed Trey Lewis in 2021, and in the last five years, a lot has changed, and yet, Lewis has truly found a home for himself in this crazy music industry.

Growing up in Birmingham, Alabama, Lewis was surrounded by music from an early age. Whether it was family beach trips or backyard get-togethers, music was always part of the occasion. His uncles played guitar, his mom set up elaborate karaoke machines, and Lewis happily sang along. “I always loved Garth Brooks as a kid and kind of wanted to be that,” he shared.

As he got older, his taste in music continued to grow. While country music was always a constant, Lewis found inspiration in artists across several genres. Along with country icons like Garth Brooks, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, and one of his all-time favorites, Eric Church, he also gravitated toward singer-songwriters like Jason Isbell and Ryan Adams for their storytelling. “I’ve always been a fan of country music,” Lewis shared. “But there’s another side of me that really loves the singer-songwriter type stuff.”

Unfortunately, life took a difficult turn when Lewis was 14 years old. After his parents divorced, he found himself running with the wrong crowd and eventually battling drug and alcohol addiction. Following multiple stints in juvenile detention centers, Lewis entered rehab at 19 years old, spending two weeks in treatment before living in a halfway house for six months. Once he got sober, everything changed.

Working at a smoothie shop at the time, Lewis used half of one paycheck to buy his first guitar, while his grandfather covered the other half. “I always just say country music saved my life,” he shared. “I just celebrated 19 years of sobriety.”

Teaching himself to play quickly became more than a hobby. He began playing cover gigs around Birmingham four nights a week, making a living performing for anyone who would listen. While he loved being on stage, he eventually realized he wanted to do more than sing other people’s songs.”I really just wanted to know how to say what I wanted to say in three minutes,” he shared.

The Turning Point:

Armed with a desire to tell his own stories, Lewis made the move to Nashville, Tennessee. Nearly seven years after making the move to Music City, Lewis still doesn’t take any of it for granted.

Now a published songwriter with Sony Music Publishing, he says there are still mornings when he looks out at the Nashville skyline and can’t believe it’s real. “I just think about, ‘Man, I used to just dream about just being here,'” he shared. “This is my actual life.”

Now as an independent artist, the singer-songwriter has fully found a way to embrace all sides of his artistry, including his 2020 viral hit, “Dicked Down in Dallas.”  The song helped launch his career in a way he never expected. Recently, the singer also released ne versions of the track including a killed EDM mix with Deerock. While the song opened countless doors, it also introduced fans to one side of Lewis as an artist, the rowdy, humorous side.

Over the years, Lewis leaned into that success, releasing more music that fit the same lane. After signing with River House Records, he released his Troublemaker album before eventually deciding to return to being an independent artist. Looking back, Lewis says every chapter served a purpose.

“I would never say that the Troublemaker record was a mistake,” he shared. “I really enjoyed that time,” however, the singer, added, “I feel like, for the first time in my artist career, I’m more focused. I kind of know what I’m doing.”

Today:

Flash forward to today, and Lewis is embracing every part of who he is as an artist.

While fans can still expect the humorous, tongue-in-cheek songs they’ve come to know from Trey Lewis, the singer recently introduced an entirely new project under the name Thomason, his real last name.

The project was born after Lewis realized he had another side of his songwriting that didn’t always fit alongside his party anthems. “I was like, ‘Man, what do I do with all these serious songs that I’ve written?'” he recalled.

Over the years, Lewis had written deeply personal songs, including “Three Feet Tall,” which was recorded by Cole Swindell, as well as cuts for Tracy Lawrence. Wanting a home for those more vulnerable stories, he and his manager created Thomason.

His debut EP, White Van, tells the story of rebuilding his life, from working at the treatment center where he was once a patient to buying the white van that helped launch his touring career after moving to Nashville.

“It’s been creatively freeing,” Lewis shared. “Now I know when I walk into the room… we can write a funny song… or we can dig in a little deeper and write something a little more heartfelt. Now I have a place for both of those things.”

Even his live show reflects both sides of his artistry. Lewis often begins songwriter rounds with the more introspective Thomason material before jokingly telling the audience, “Alright, now it’s time to get rowdy,” as he shifts into the Trey Lewis songs fans know and love.

Looking ahead, fans can expect plenty of new music from both projects. Lewis plans to continue releasing singles every six to eight weeks while balancing touring, songwriting, and creating music that reflects every part of who he is. Stay tuned!

Connect:

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

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

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

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Who Is Tyce Delk? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music

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Who is Tyce Delk? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising artist here…

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Tyce Delk // Photo credit: Emma Kate Golden

Quick Facts:

Full name – Tyce Delk
Birthdate – 08/05/2002
Hometown – Melrose, New Mexico
Current city – Melrose, New Mexico
Musical influences – Muscadine Bloodline, Turnpike Troubadours, Vince Gill, Marcus King, Olivia Dean
Label – River House Artists (RHA)
Current Single – “Woulda Been It”  (as of date of article: 07/27/2026)
The Beginning:

Today’s spotlight artist may be one of country music’s newest rising stars, but his journey started long before he ever stepped on stage. Tyce Delk is a hardworking, creative at heart. Keep reading to learn more about his story.

Growing up in east-central New Mexico, Delk was surrounded by both music and agriculture. A fourth-generation musician on his dad’s side and a fourth-generation farmer and rancher on both sides of his family, music was simply a part of everyday life. “Music has always been around and kind of been integrated into our family,” Delk shared. Still, music wasn’t always the plan.

Long before releasing music, the singer-songwriter was already writing songs. While working on the family ranch in high school, he kept lyrics in the same notebook where he logged his work hours, often finding inspiration while building fences, driving tractors, or simply observing the world around him.

He also collected a vast and wide ranger of musical influences. Growing up, his family listened to traditional country, western swing, and worship music, while artists like Vince Gill helped shape his melodic style. Outside of country music, he also found inspiration from artists like Maroon 5 and Bruno Mars, influences that still find their way into his music today.

After graduating high school, Delk went on to play college basketball before taking a job with an engineering firm. Looking for something to fill his free time after basketball ended, he went home, borrowed one of his dad’s guitars, and started teaching himself to play. The first song he learned on guitar was a Kolby Cooper song.

“It just kind of started going up from there,” he recalled. Although music had always been in the back of his mind, Delk admitted he never truly believed it could become his career. “It was always a thing that would be pretty fun to do,” he shared. “It was never anything that I thought for sure could happen.”

The Turning Point:

While songwriting and acoustic gigs slowly became a bigger part of his life, everything changed after Delk recorded a song called “Adeline.”

At first, though, no one heard it. “I cut ‘Adeline’ at the studio and then I sat on it for a year just because I was so unsure about it,” he shared. Eventually, he decided to take a chance on himself and release the song. It quickly became a viral hit on social media. “It just kind of did its thing,” shared the singer, adding, “We kind of had to decide right away if it’s just something that we wanted to do.”

Delk deciced to trade his pickup truck for a touring van, hanging up one career in favor of hitting the road. “It’s been a whirlwind for sure,” he admitted. “It’s definitely keeping me busy, but I like staying busy, and I like having to chase something.”

Now working alongside the team at River House Artists, Delk says he couldn’t be more grateful for where the journey has taken him. “Life is good,” he shared. “It’s a blessing, and I’m thankful to be where I’m at with the team and where I’m at in my career. I couldn’t think of a better spot to be.”

Today:

Flash forward to today, and Delk is continuing to build a catalog that reflects every side of who he is as an artist.

His latest project called Everything But Gone was intentionally crafted to showcase a variety of sounds and stories, from stripped-down back porch songs to soulful ballads and honky-tonk anthems. “I’ve always said that I want my catalog to touch all the bases,” Delk shared. Among his personal favorites from the project are the title track, “Everything But Gone,” and “Mind I Smoke.”

Most recently, Delk released “Would Have Been It,” a song inspired by something a friend said after going through a breakup. “He was like, ‘Man, if it was a perfect world, this would’ve been it,'” Delk recalled. The phrase stuck with him, eventually becoming the foundation for one of his newest songs.

The singer-songwriter also recently joined forces with fellow singer-songwriter, Ashland Craft. “My manger texted me and was like, ‘Hey, would you be open to doing a song with Ashland?’ At the time I didn’t know much about [her],” he shared, adding, “When I started kind of listening to her music, I was like, ‘Yeah, this would be awesome.”

“Doesn’t Have To Be That Way” was quickly born.  “The song that we did together, I don’t think it could’ve been more perfect, and that song just turned out way, way better than I could have imagined. I was super, super thankful for that,” shared Delk.

Looking ahead, fans can expect plenty more music and even more time on the road. With shows booked nearly every weekend and new songs already lined up for release, Delk says he’s especially excited about what’s coming next.

“We’re definitely staying on the road, staying busy,” he shared. “I’m really, really excited for these next two songs.” Stay tuned!

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Who Is Hunt Pipkin? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music

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Who is Hunt Pipkin? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising artist here…

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Hunt Pipkin // Photo credit: Chris Ashlee

Quick Facts:

Full name – Hunt Pipkin
Birthdate – 04/09/2006
Hometown – Henderson, Tennessee
Current city – Nashville, Tennessee
Musical influences – Shawn Mendes, Morgan Wallen, George Strait, Boyz II Men, Parker McCollum
Label – Distribution through CMDSHFT
Current Single – “Couldn’t Be Us”  (as of date of article: 07/20/2026)
The Beginning:

We always enjoy championing artists while they’re on an upward trajectory. Newcomer and rising artist, Hunt Pipkin is one to look out for. We chatted with Pipkin about his journey so far and his new music. Keep reading to learn more.

Growing up in Henderson, Tennessee, a small town nestled between Memphis and Nashville, he spent most of his childhood on a farm surrounded by fields. With both of his parents working as coaches, his dad serving as the athletic director at the local high school and his mom coaching basketball, sports were always at the center of his life. “I was really more of a sports guy,” he shared. “I loved playing sports.”

While he performed in talent shows when he was younger, music didn’t truly become a priority until high school. He had an early love for music; despite, focusing more on sports. As a fan he enjoyed so many different genres of music.

Interestingly enough, country music wasn’t even his first love. Every morning before school, he and his dad listened to ’80s hits on SiriusXM, and it wasn’t until his freshman year of high school that he really started diving into country music.

“I always loved Florida Georgia Line,” he shared. “Then I started getting into Parker McCollum and Morgan Wallen. I got into HARDY a lot, and ERNEST.” At the same time, he found himself equally inspired by R&B artists like Boyz II Men and Brian McKnight, influences that continue to shape his sound today.

In fact, he jokes that the best way to describe his music is “Chris Brown singing a George Strait song.”

The Turning Point:

After graduating high school, his heart was calling him to head to Nashville, Tennessee.

Although he had originally planned to attend Belmont University, a few friends convinced him to skip college and move straight to Music City instead. Before making the move, however, he had one more stop along the way. In 2024, he earned a blind audition on The Voice. While his journey on the show didn’t go as far as he had hoped, he now looks back on the experience as a blessing in disguise.

Not long after arriving in Nashville, another unexpected opportunity came his way. After returning from The Voice, he was exhausted when a friend invited him to play basketball. He almost stayed home, but decided to go anyway. That decision ended up changing everything. At the gym, he met songwriter Marty James.

“He became like the big brother I never had,” he shared. The two connected on Instagram and eventually scheduled a writing session together. One session quickly turned into many, and before long, Marty introduced him to Corner Entertainment Management.

After playing a few songs for the team, they signed him that very day. Soon after, he also signed a publishing deal with Warner Chappell, allowing him to spend his days doing what he loves most, writing songs and continuing to develop his sound. “It’s about just grinding,” shared Pipkin. “That’s what it’s about.”

Today:

Now, the rising artist is ready to introduce himself with his debut single, “couldn’t be us.”

Written during a difficult breakup, the song takes a refreshing approach to heartbreak. Rather than focusing on anger or resentment, it reflects on wishing someone well while accepting that sometimes relationships simply aren’t meant to last. “I was like, I just need a song,” he recalled. “I’m not mad… I know I’m gonna miss her, of course I’m gonna miss her, but I’m not gonna be salty about it.”

Instead, he leaned into a message of acceptance. “I hate that it couldn’t be us,” he shared. “I wish the best for you.” For him, the song is about reminding listeners that they’re not alone in those difficult moments and that healing is possible.

“Life goes on,” he said. “You just gotta keep moving forward.”

Looking ahead, fans can expect plenty more music. While he isn’t making any promises just yet, his goal is to continue releasing new songs consistently, building his catalog, and getting out on the road to play more live shows.

“We’re gonna try to release music every month,” he shared. “Quality over quantity… we’re gonna try to keep making the best music we can.”

With an exciting new publishing deal, a debut single, and a clear vision for the artist he wants to become, this is only the beginning for one of country music’s newest rising talents.

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Who Is DEK of Hearts? The Story Behind Their Journey to Country Music

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Who is DEK of Hearts? The trio joined us to chat about their journey to country music. Get to know the singer-songwriters here…

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DEK of Hearts // Photo credit: Linden Stackley

Quick Facts:

Full Name – DEK of Hearts (Kollin Bailey, Emily Clapp, Dylan John)
Hometown – Marshfield, Missouri; Terre Haute, Indiana; Munroe Falls, Ohio
Current City – Nashville, Tennessee
Musical influences – Rhonda Vincent, Lady A, Randy Travis, Miley Cyrus, JP Saxe, Lauren Watkins, Yebba
Latest Release – “Crazy Lady” (as of date of article: 07/13/2026)

The Beginning:

Today’s spotlight artist prove that sometimes the best things happen when three different paths come together. We got a chance to chat with the trio that makes up DEK of Hearts. Kollin Bailey, Emily Clapp, and Dylan John joined Country Swag to talk about their upbringings, how the band came to be, and of course, new music. Keep reading to find out more!

Before forming the trio, the threesome each found music in their own way. Growing up in Southern Missouri, Kollin was surrounded by traditional bluegrass and country music from an early age. “My grandma was in a bluegrass band and kind of created this love of music,” shared the artist.

For Emily, music started in church. Her parents traveled performing Christian music when she was young, introducing her to harmony-driven artists like Point of Grace, Avalon, and DC Talk, influences that would later help shape the trio’s sound.

Meanwhile, Dylan was growing up in Akron, Ohio, where he watched his dad sing in Christian quartet competitions before eventually joining worship bands himself. “Very early on, my mom and dad noticed that I just loved singing,” he shared.

Although their backgrounds looked different, music eventually brought all three of them to Nashville. Kollin moved during his junior year of college, Emily relocated during COVID with her now-husband after feeling called to Music City, and Dylan eventually made the move after attending Trevecca Nazarene University.

Looking back, the trio can’t help but laugh at how connected their stories really were. “I just think it’s so funny how the Lord put us around each other,” Dylan shared.

The Turning Point:

While the three musicians became friends in college, they never planned on starting a band together initially, but as faith and God would have it, things changed for the better.

Everything changed when Kollin asked Emily and Dylan to sing harmonies during his senior recital. Together, they performed Lady A’s “What If I Never Get Over You,” and the response immediately caught them by surprise. “I was blown away by people’s response to specifically that song,” Kollin recalled.

Even then, forming a band wasn’t an easy decision. “We’ve heard of friends making bands and then they aren’t friends by the end of it,” Kollin shared. Instead of rushing into anything, the three took their time. After traveling together on worship teams and realizing how naturally they worked together, they officially formed the trio, DEK of Hearts in April 2024.

From there, things moved quickly. Shortly after forming, they opened for Grammy Award-winning bluegrass artist Rhonda Vincent before winning the Tennessee Songwriters Week Competition, earning the chance to perform at the Bluebird Cafe. Eventually, another unexpected opportunity happened.

“One night we were all hanging out at my apartment,” Emily shared. “Dylan found an ad on Instagram for The Voice.” The trio submitted a 30-second clip of themselves singing “Heads Carolina, Tails California,” without expecting much to come from it. “We kind of did it as a joke, honestly,” Emily admitted. DEK of Hearts received a callback almost immediately.

That one spontaneous decision eventually led the trio all the way to the Season 28 finale of The Voice, where they finished in third place under coach Niall Horan. “The whole experience was unbelievable,” Emily shared. “It was just full of memorable moments and learning experiences.”

Today:

Flash forward to today, and the trio is building on that momentum with new music and some of the biggest milestones of their career so far.

Most recently, the group released “Dear Ole Whiskey,” one of the first songs they ever wrote together. Co-written with Callie Twisselman, the song approaches alcoholism from a different perspective, writing directly to whiskey itself rather than placing blame on those struggling with addiction. “We didn’t want to talk about the addict or make anybody feel bad,” Kollin shared. “We just wanted to say a couple things to whiskey.”

The response has been one of the most meaningful parts of releasing the song. “When you can write a song that speaks to people in their most vulnerable moments, you know you’ve completed the job,” Kollin shared.

The trio also recently released “Crazy Lady,” an upbeat track that started almost as a joke before becoming one of their favorite songs to perform live. The song is another incredible track that showcases DEK of Hearts’ one-of-a-kind talent.

Looking ahead, fans can expect plenty more music. Fresh off making their Grand Ole Opry debut, the trio plans to release a new single every six to eight weeks while continuing to tour throughout the country. “We’re definitely releasing a ton of new music this year,” Emily shared. “We’re super excited about that.”

With new music, more touring, and plenty of momentum following their breakout run on The Voice, it’s safe to say this trio is just getting started.

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Who Is Brian Kelly? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music

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Who is Brian Kelly? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising artist here…

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Brian Kelly

Quick Facts:

Full name – Brian Kelly
Birthdate – 12/24/1997
Hometown – Westchester, New York
Current city – Westchester, New York
Musical influences – Sam Hunt, Goo Goo Dolls, Luke Bryan, Justin Bieber, Vincent Mason
Label – Independent (Tape to Tape Music)
Current Single – “coulda been”  (as of date of article: 07/06/2026)
The Beginning:

We say it time and time again, but we love championing artists from our home state. New-York based artist, Brian Kelly is a true artist that everyone should be paying attention to. We chatted with the singer-songwriter about his transition to music, his upbringing, and of course his new single that recently came out last month.

Growing up in Westchester, New York, the rising singer-songwriter always loved music, but hockey was his main focus. Throughout elementary and middle school, he would occasionally sing solos at school, while his mom always had music playing around the house. Still, he never imagined music would eventually become his career.

“I always loved music, but never got into it,” he shared, when asked about his early experiences with music.

Like many kids growing up in the early 2010s, his playlists evolved over the years. He went through a Justin Bieber phase, got hooked on EDM and The Chainsmokers, before eventually discovering country music through artists like Sam Hunt, Florida Georgia Line, and Luke Bryan. “I really fell in love and started loving country music with Sam Hunt,” he shared. “I think it was just the timing of when it was coming out.”

For the singer-songwriter, everything changed while attending the University of Vermont, where he played Division I hockey. After suffering an injury during his junior year, he suddenly found himself with plenty of free time in his dorm room, sitting in the corner was a guitar his mom had bought him. “I picked it up and started strumming away and learning on YouTube,” he shared. What started as learning covers eventually turned into something much bigger.

The Turning Point:

As Kelly became more comfortable playing guitar, he started to dabble in writing songs.  “I’ve always had the idea that I wanted to write,” he shared. “Being able to tell stories through songs is something that you really can’t do any other way.”

Although songwriting was new to the artist, looking back, he realized he had always enjoyed creative writing and poetry, making the transition into songwriting feel surprisingly natural. “I think the creative aspect of the poetry side and the rhyming side was something that I enjoyed growing up,” he shared.

Soon, he began posting covers on TikTok and Instagram, slowly building an audience while also performing cover shows and bar gigs around New York. As his confidence grew, he started mixing original songs into those sets, giving audiences an early glimpse at his own music.

I got comfortable enough to go out and play a couple bars in New York and start playing live shows. I think teasing some of those songs was super exciting too, and being like, ‘Hey, this is something I wrote,’ while playing those covers,” added the singer-songwriter.

Along the way, fellow songwriter Matt Roy became an important mentor, helping guide him through the songwriting process while introducing him to more of Nashville’s music community.

Over the last year, things have continued to pick up. Between opening for artists like Taylor Holder and Tyler Rich and continuing to write, record, and perform, the singer is now ready to officially introduce himself as an artist.

Today:

Flash forward to today, and the singer-songwriter recently released his debut single, “coulda been.” The song first began as nothing more than a title sitting in his Notes app. “I had this idea of kind of the should’ve, would’ve, could’ve been,” he shared. “I had the hook and I had the idea and the title.”

From there, the story quickly fell into place. Built around the idea of wondering what could have been between two people, the song came together naturally and ultimately became the perfect introduction to his artistry. Bringing the record to life also gave him the opportunity to collaborate with several talented musicians and songwriters, including Matt Roy, Nathan Barlow, Carey Barlow, and Nick Autry.

For the singer, releasing “coulda been” marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter. As an independent artist, he’s embracing the opportunity to build his career on his own terms. “I’m doing it all myself,” he shared. “I think that’s the exciting part of it.”

Looking ahead, fans can expect another single shortly after the debut single followed by an EP hopefully later this summer. He’s also hoping to continue playing shows throughout the Northeast while locking in more opening slots along the way.

With new music, more live shows, and plenty of momentum heading into the rest of the year, this independent artist is just getting started.

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

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Who Is Jenna Davis? The Story Behind Her Journey to Country Music (2026)

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Who is Jenna Davis? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about her journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

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Jenna Davis // Photo credit: SMACKRecords

Quick Facts:
Full Name – Jenna Davis
Birthdate – 05/05/2004
Hometown – Born in Plano, TX and Grew Up in Frisco, TX & Chaska, MN
Current City – Nashville, Tennessee + Los Angeles, California
Musical Influences – Shania Twain, Avril Lavigne, Miley Cyrus
Label – SMACKRecords
Current Single – “Hey Girly” (as of date of article 06/29/2026)
The Beginning:

Today’s spotlight artist has always been a performer. While many fans first discovered Jenna Davis through acting or social media, her love for music stretches back to her earliest years. We’ve been lucky enough to interview the songstress at many stages in her career, and recently we reconnected with her again to talk about her life and her new music.

“I was always singing around the house,” she shared, reflecting on growing up with a mom who was an opera singer. “She really introduced me to music.”

After being born in Plano, Texas, Davis and her family eventually moved to Minnesota, where her parents encouraged her to explore different interests. While sports never quite stuck, one musical theatre camp changed everything. “I absolutely fell in love with performing,” she shared.

Ever since she was young, the singer-songwriter recalls listening to country music and falling in love with the genre. “My biggest influences are probably Miley Cyrus, Avril Lavigne, and Shania Twain,” she shared. “I think they’re the top three that I get inspiration from.” Adding later, “Country music has always been in my life. My mom introduced me to LeeAnn Rimes and Dolly Parton from a super young age. I always just fell in love with how country music told stories with their lyrics.”

From there, Davis began taking voice and piano lessons with her mom before landing roles in professional theater productions. Around ten or eleven years old, her dreams expanded beyond the stage, leading her family to begin traveling to Los Angeles to pursue acting. Despite a multitude of interests, music was still her biggest dream.

Around the same time, Davis started posting singing covers to social media several times a week, not to become an influencer, but to slowly build an audience for the music she hoped to release one day. “I knew country music was what I wanted to do,” she shared.

The Turning Point:

With true star power, Davis began working even harder at her craft. In order to feel a closer connection to her growing fanbase, Davis decided to showcase more of her life on social media, aside from her singing aspirations and talents. “As that grew, I decided not only to show my singing side, but also who Jenna is as a person, because I think if you are relatable with your audience and your audience can understand not only you as an artist but you as a person, it just gives them a sense of that you are actually a person and a personal connection.”

As she got older, life finally gave her stories to tell. After experiencing her first heartbreak at fifteen, Davis began writing songs of her own before making regular trips to Nashville to learn the songwriting community. By nineteen, she had signed her record deal and officially began the next chapter of her career.

“I always knew that it was where I wanted to be, so when I was about sixteen, we started coming out to Nashville. I startled getting involved in a little bit of the writing rooms and learning how Nashville works, and then when I was eighteen, I got signed to SMACK. They discovered me when I was seventeen, and I found my team. I’m so thankful for them and for believing in me and my music.”

Rather than rushing music out, she spent time writing with different collaborators, experimenting creatively, and figuring out exactly who she wanted to be as an artist. “I feel like in the last two years, more specifically the last year and a half—I’ve really kind of found my brand and who I want to be and what I want to say as an artist,” she shared.

For Davis connecting with her fans and her music is paramount. “My biggest goal as an artist is to create music that tells stories,” she shared. “I think that stems so much from acting.” For the singer-songwriter, those years of growth ultimately helped her become more confident—not only in the stories she wanted to tell, but in the artist she was becoming.

Today:

Since signing her record deal with SMACKRecords, Davis has been cultivating her aesthetic and artistry. “I’ve been learning about what I want to say as an artist and what I want to put out. This past year, I’ve been collaborating with different writers and finding the people that I now call family to love and create music with,” she shared.

Since releasing her debut EP, SIKE, Davis has been hard at work writing and releasing more new music for fans. Most recently, the singer-songwriter shared her new song, “Hey Girly” with the world.

Inspired by one of her closest friends, the song tells the story of a woman debating whether or not to send the infamous “hey girly” text after discovering the guy she had been talking to already had a girlfriend. After writing the song, Davis sat on it for a few weeks before deciding whether to release it. During that time, two more of her friends found themselves in nearly identical situations. “I was like, ‘Okay…this has to come out,’” she recalled.

While the song wasn’t written from her own perspective, it perfectly represents the type of storytelling she’s grown to love—taking real-life experiences and turning them into songs that help people feel seen. “I want people to be able to see themselves in the songs,” she shared.

Looking ahead, Davis has plenty to be excited about. Along with more music on the way, she’s preparing to head out on her first headline tour this fall after making her CMA Fest debut earlier this year.

For Davis, it feels like the next chapter of a journey she’s been working toward for years. After finding her voice, her creative family, and the stories she wants to tell, she’s stepping into this season with more confidence than ever before.

With more music, more shows, and plenty of stories still left to tell, it’s clear that Jenna Davis is only getting started.

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