American Idol winner Noah Thompson delivers the exceptionally relatable and emotionally haunting official music video for his debut EP’s title track “Middle of God Knows Where” today. The first of four videos to be released from the heart-hitting project, “Middle of God Knows Where” begins to weave the passionate ups and downs of a relationship and the somber and devastating end. Watch Below.

Thompson, who draws in fans with his powerfully emotive voice and charming southern personality, released his first-ever EP, Middle of God Knows Where (6/9), while simultaneously making his songwriting debut with the compelling title track. Co-written with Alison Veltz and producer Eric Arjes, the boisterous track takes the listener on a ride through the city of heartbreak and the aftermath of emotions and questioning when an ex leaves.

Featuring fan-favorites, Thompson's exemplary debut project expertly showcases the ample growth as an artist, the former construction worker turned country music star, has achieved in just one year. Showcasing “jaw-dropping vocal control and clear sound” that’s “destined to catapult him to stardom” (CMT), the EP has already received praise. Listen now HERE.

“…a collection of perfect summer country tunes…” - PopCulture

“Noah Thompson showcases his artistic growth on debut EP…the six-track project showcases a journey of tremendous grit and determination” – Country Now

“The collection features fan-favorite songs and showcases his growth as an artist in just one year.” –Music Row

“’Middle of God Knows Where’ is the perfect debut project for Thompson. Each of the six songs feel perfectly slated for the record. This marks just the beginning for the rising star.” – Country Swag

Beautifully showcasing “Thompson’s songwriting prowess, honesty, and authenticity” (Country Swag), the project also features the Thompson co-written “Us No More” that Country Swag called a “break-up jam” that delivers some hard truth to the gossip mill that happens post-relationship as well as the critically acclaimed “One Day Tonight,” which instantly propelled to insane popularity and to No. 1 on iTunes All Genre and Country charts upon original release during Thompson’s winning-Idol season. The project wouldn’t be complete though without the buoyant romance of “She Gets It From Me,” his latest humble-and-kind track “Make You Rich,” and his stunning and career-changing cover of Rihanna’s “Stay.” His performance of the well-known song changed his trajectory on the competition show, highlighting his superstar potential and taking him from one-to-watch to ultimately being crowned as the winner of American Idol.

About Noah Thompson:

A true Cinderella story, Thompson went from being a construction worker in a town with a population of only 2,852 people who never thought a music career could be a reality to winning American Idol and the hearts of millions across the country. “After being crowned 2022’s American Idol in May, Country music singer Noah Thompson has already launched a successful career” (Outsider). Having released his debut song “One Day Tonight” during the show, the catchy, romantic track immediately shot to No. 1 on iTunes All Genres and Country charts and is still racking up an incredible number of on-demand streams, averaging nearly 1 million per week. Now, Thompson is taking it all in and finding his footing as he prepares to release new music later this year, as he’s writing songs and working with some of the most sought-after tunesmiths in Nashville, and recording with notable producer Jimmy Robbins (Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini, Maren Morris, Mickey Guyton). With a “magnetic stage presence and soaring pipes,” “Thompson’s jaw-dropping vocal control and clear sound are destined to catapult him to stardom” (CMT). “Forging his own path in the music industry” (Hollywood Life) and making his songwriting debut, the rising country star just-released his debut EP Middle Of God Knows Where, unveiling three new songs, two of which he co-wrote, along with his “fan-favorite countrified Rihanna cover” (Music Mayhem) “Stay,” his career-changing hit song “One Day Tonight,” and his latest humble-and-kind track “Make You Rich.”

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CHASE RICE TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM
I HATE COWBOYS & ALL DOGS GO TO HELL
FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Rice Honors His Late Father, Daniel Rice, With Album Cover
“If I’m gonna put my dad on the cover of an album, it has to be something he’d be proud of… He’d be proud of this one,” Rice shared exclusively with MusicRow.

Lead Songs “Way Down Yonder” and “Key West & Colorado” Available Everywhere Now

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For multi-Platinum singer/songwriter Chase Rice, a year off the road spent reconnecting with his passions both musically and personally resulted in a brand-new album featuring a sonic return to his roots: I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell set for release Feb. 10, 2023 is available for pre-save / pre-add HERE.

Featuring 13 tracks, ranging from emotional reckoning to admiration of a Western way of life and including recent releases “Key West & Colorado” and “Way Down Yonder,” plus a reimagined album version of “If I Were Rock & Roll,” the project honors his late father, Daniel Rice, with its cover art.

“My dad was one of those good guys you read about – tough, hardworking, always helping other people out,” Rice notes of the man gracing the album cover. “I try to live my life in a way that would make him proud. I haven't always measured up to that, but I get closer to that man I want to be and the man he’d be proud of every single day.

“Making this album was a big step towards that musically, too,” he continues. “Not only is it the most vulnerable I've ever been, it’s also something he’d enjoy listening to and is full of stories I wish I could tell him. I’ve always wanted to honor him by using this photo as an album cover, and I know this project is the one that deserves that. I can’t wait for y’all to hear it.”

Building on solo songwriting sessions with just his acoustic guitar, plus trips with friends where songs were born from real life as opposed to Music Row writing appointments, Rice took the same approach into the recording process with producer Oscar Charles. Forgoing a traditional studio, Rice and Charles turned his rural home into their 24/7 workspace, bringing in a live band with no click track to capture a rugged, authentic sound.

“It was incredible,” Rice shared with CMT of working with Charles. “He gets in there, grinds, and doesn’t just try to do the same old thing… If I didn’t feel like we had something vocally, we didn’t just tweak it. He would say, ‘step up and sing it right.’ We wanted to make everything great. He pushed me, and we pushed each other… This album brought my voice and songs to life in a way people have never heard before.”

The resulting sound is a raw, passionate side of a reinvigorated Rice, who serves as a writer on all 13 tracks, including three solo writes.

“‘What can I put out that makes me come to life?’,” he explained to PopCulture of the writing and recording process. “Because if I come to life when I’m on the stage and up there singing songs that I’m passionate about and love, man, people are gonna love them that much more… I’m at the place in my life now where I just want people to know who I really am as opposed to who they think I am. I think this record's a good start.”

For all the latest news on his forthcoming music as well as upcoming tour dates, visit ChaseRice.com and follow Rice on Facebook, Twitter and TikTok @ChaseRiceMusic and on Instagram @ChaseRice.

About Chase Rice
With nearly 2.4 million albums sold and over 2.4 billion total streams, plus a legion of passionate fans at his high-energy concerts across the globe, Chase Rice has established himself as a powerful force in Nashville and beyond. With the forthcoming album I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell crafted in his rural Tennessee home-turned-studio, his sound continues to evolve to reflect the realities of his life, as evidenced by recent releases “Key West & Colorado” and “Way Down Yonder.” The new music serves as a follow up to his three-part project, The Album, featuring his latest Platinum-certified No. 1 hit, “Drinkin’ Beer. Talkin’ God. Amen. (feat. Florida Georgia Line)” and Platinum-certified Top 10 hit “Lonely If You Are.” This is the same gravelly-voiced Chase Rice fans first fell in love with years ago – but better, freer; unbeholden and uninhibited. The new music builds upon the success of his sophomore album, Lambs & Lions, which featured the Triple-Platinum, two-week chart topper “Eyes On You” – Rice’s first No. 1 as an artist and the most-streamed song of his career. Lambs & Lions followed Ignite the Night, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums and No. 3 on the all-genre chart, producing a pair of Top 5 hits; “Gonna Wanna Tonight” and Platinum-certified “Ready Set Roll.” In addition to selling out arenas with Kane Brown and Jason Aldean plus stadiums with Kenny Chesney and Garth Brooks, Rice also consistently sells out venues across the U.S. and Europe on his own headlining tours.

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