Red Dirt

Red dirt music is a rootsy, high-energy genre that blends elements of country, rock, and Americana. Characterized by its twangy guitars, driving rhythms, and heartfelt, storytelling-driven lyrics, red dirt music often features a distinctive blend of honky-tonk swagger, Texas twang, and Southern rock sensibilities. Emerging in the 1990s and 2000s, primarily in Oklahoma and Texas, the genre gained popularity as a response to the polished, commercialized country sound of the time. Red dirt's cultural significance lies in its authentic, DIY ethos and its celebration of rural life, small-town values, and the struggles and triumphs of everyday people. While drawing from similar styles like outlaw country and alt-country, red dirt's unique blend of grit, humor, and vulnerability sets it apart, making it a beloved staple of the Americana scene.

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Single - Released June 20, 2025
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Tyler Childers
Cody Johnson
Colter Wall
Wyatt Flores
Josh Meloy
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