HARDY reveals upcoming EP titled “COUNTRY!”
HARDY is set to unveil his latest EP, titled “COUNTRY!” on May 2nd, featuring two fresh singles, “Favorite Country Song” and “Buck On The Wall,” to be released at midnight. These tracks mark HARDY’s first musical endeavor of the year 2025 and are currently available for pre-saving.
Born as Michael Wilson Hardy in Philadelphia, Mississippi, HARDY initially delved into the songwriting scene in Nashville, crafting tunes for notable artists such as Morgan Wallen and Florida Georgia Line. Transitioning from a background role to the forefront, he embarked on a music career of his own, blending elements of country and rock in his compositions. Starting with his debut album, “A ROCK,” in 2020, HARDY’s musical evolution intensified with his 2023 release, “the mockingbird & THE CROW,” which garnered significant popularity and highlighted his distinctive musical style. Throughout his journey, HARDY has earned accolades from the ACM and CMA, gaining recognition for chart-toppers like “ONE BEER” and “wait in the truck,” a collaboration with Lainey Wilson. Notably, his 2024 LP, “QUIT!,” marked a notable departure from his country origins, making the upcoming EP, “COUNTRY!,” particularly intriguing.
Preceding his highly anticipated “JIM BOB” world tour commencing next month, the EP sets the stage for a momentous musical journey. Featuring a stellar lineup of supporting acts such as Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr., Sikarus, and McCoy Moore on selected dates, HARDY’s upcoming tour promises to be his most extensive yet. In-depth tour details can be accessed through hardyofficial.com/tour.
The tour schedule, highlighted by bold dates indicating “JIM BOB” tour stops, spans across various locations in the United States, including:
– April 12—Country Thunder Arizona—Florence, Ariz.
– May 16 – May 18—Sand In My Boots—Gulf Shores, Ala.
– May 22—North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre—Chula Vista, Calif.*
– May 23—T-Mobile Arena—Las Vegas, Nev.*
– May 24—Glen Helen Amphitheater—San Bernardino, Calif.*
– May 29—Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre—Salt Lake City, Utah*
– May 30—Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater—Nampa, Idaho*
– May 31—Cascades Amphitheater—Ridgefield, Wash.*
– June 5—Save Mart Center—Fresno, Calif.*
– June 6—Kia Forum—Los Angeles, Calif.*
– June 7—Shoreline Amphitheatre—Mountain View, Calif.*
This tour, set to mesmerize audiences with its stellar lineup and captivating performances, will undoubtedly solidify HARDY’s status as a prominent figure in the contemporary music scene.