Jason Cassidy Follows Up Texas Radio #1 with New Single, ‘Blame It On Waylon’
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Texas country artist Jason Cassidy recently topped the chart and is seeking to follow up this success with his new single, ‘Blame it on Waylon.’ The tune was written by Music Row hitmen Josh Thompson and Rhett Akins, and produced by Greg Hunt. ‘Blame it on Waylon’ will impact Texas radio on January 21, and national radio on January 28.
You can read more details in the press release:
Keeping to his word to “keep it country,” this anthem, much like Cassidy’s first self-penned #1 “Honky Tonk Heaven,” has the traditional 4/4 beat, signature guitar riffs and honky tonk references, and is another Cassidy tribute to the greats of traditional and outlaw country who started it all.
“Traditional country is where my heart is and the feel of this song will remind everyone that it’s the outlaws like Waylon, Willie, Merle and Kris that set the standard for true country music,” stated Cassidy.
Implicating Jennings and “all them other outlaws,” Cassidy uses his deep vocals to place blame for his wild ways squarely on the shoulders of the legends. Delivering the tale in such a style that is reminiscent of the old, yet edgy enough for the pop country generation of modern country listeners, the song is getting rave reviews from fans and critics alike:
“‘Blame It On Waylon’ is current, make no mistake about it, but it will take you back to the time of 4/4 beats and the Outlaw days. Somewhere, the Big ‘Hoss is smiling down…”
Chuck Dauphin, Billboard.com
“‘Blame It On Waylon’ showcases everything there’s to like about Jason Cassidy’s approach to Modern Country Music. It’s his best single yet.”
Matt Bjorke, Roughstock.com
“This is a great single that captures the feel of pure classic country while it tells a very unique story mixed with a wonderful beat. It’s a song, if given the chance, that will capture the hearts of many Waylon Jennings fans while it intrigues today’s country music fans.”
Gina Singerhouse, Strictly Country
“Putting the blame where it lays, Jason Cassidy has a highly-probable stone-cold country hit in his latest single release, ‘Blame It On Waylon.'”
Mary Jane Farmer, Scene In Town
A February video shoot for “Blame It On Waylon” is being planned in Nashville and fans can expect a throwback feel to the days of real country when the lyrical heroes wore scuffed cowboy boots, worn-in hats and played in whiskey-soaked bars with beat-up guitars that could tell a story or two.
“Blame It On Waylon,” is the first single from Cassidy’s sophomore album, KEEP IT COUNTRY, due to hit shelves in May 2013. Hunt, who has worked with such artists as Steve Holy, LeAnn Rimes, and Perfect Stranger, will be at the helm as producer. The compilation will feature two of Cassidy’s self-penned tunes as well as the songwriting credits of such acts as Vern Gosdin, Hank Cochran, Larry Bastian, Jamey Johnson, and Jerrod Nieman.
Known by his fans for having an energetic live show filled with emotion and a good time, Cassidy has been hitting the road with some of the best: Eli Young Band, Kevin Fowler, Easton Corbin, The Band Perry, Montgomery Gentry, Joe Nichols and a host of others.
There’s sure to be no slow down as Cassidy gears up for this release by heading out to radio stations, fairs, festivals and shows where he is always accessible for meet and greets with fans.
Tour Dates
1/18 – Lawrence, KS – Granada Theatre w/ Kevin Fowler
1/19 – Stillwater, OK – Tumbleweed Arena w/ Kevin Fowler
2/1 – Humble, TX – Humble BBQ Cookoff
2/7 – Corpus Christi, TX – w/ Stoney LaRue
2/8 – Webster, TX – w/ Stoney LaRue
2/22 – San Angelo, TX – Midnight Rodeo
3/1 – Austin, TX – Midnight Rodeo
For more information on Jason Cassidy visit: www.jasoncassidymusic.com.
Liv Carter
She holds several certificates from Berklee College of Music, and a certificate in Positive Psychology from UC Berkeley.
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