After nine years, country legend Dwight Yoakam returns with his highly anticipated album, Brighter Days. Written and recorded over a three-year period, this release showcases Yoakam’s unmistakable blend of classic country roots and a rock-and-roll spirit, all while exploring fresh songwriting directions. The album features 12 new tracks penned by Yoakam, along with distinctive covers of classics from the Carter Family and Cake.

Brighter Days stands out not just for Yoakam’s signature sound, but also for its thoughtful production and artful mix by acclaimed engineer Chris Lord-Alge. Highlights include the heartfelt lead single “I Don’t Know How To Say Goodbye (Bang Bang Boom Boom),” written for a collaboration with Post Malone, and lyrics that balance poignant storytelling with effortless charm. This collection encapsulates Yoakam’s continued vitality and creative evolution in the world of country music.

• Format: Vinyl
• Label: VIA Records (3)
• Genre: Folk, World, & Country
• Release Date: 11/15/2024
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TRACKS

A1. Wide Open Heart
A2. I'll Pay The Price
A3. Bound Away
B1. California Sky
B2. Can't Be Wrong
B3. I Spell Love
B4. A Dream That Never Ends
C1. Brighter Days
C2. I Don't Know How To Say Good-Bye (Bang Bang Boom Boom)
C3. If Only
D1. Hand Me Down Heart
D2. Time Between
D3. Keep On The Sunny Side
D4. Every Night