“Country Music’s Next Rising Star” (Billboard) Dylan Schneider releases his debut album, PUZZLED, today. Filled to the brim with his stadium-ready anthems, the “Artist to Watch” (Pandora, Amazon Music, Taste of Country) packs the electrifying energy of his live show into an unforgettable and highly anticipated debut project, expertly mixing his incomparable rock-n-roll edge and pop-country swagger into 16 uniquely compelling tracks. Listen now below.
“When I started this album, writing the songs and deciding what would make the record, I wanted to make sure I got everything exactly right, because these songs are my story,” shares Schneider. “Getting to share my life online is one thing, but this project truly shows who I am as a person and where I’m heading next. I’m so proud of this album and am so excited it’s out. Hope y’all enjoy it, and I’ll see you out on the ‘Bad Decisions Tour!’”
Already receiving critical acclaim, Taste of Country praised, “This body of work showcases not only the singer’s impressive vocal range, but also his gifted lyric crafting…It’s a roll down your windows album, highlighting upbeat hits and slower, soulful numbers,” even predicting that standout track “Carhartt” - which matches the iconic brand’s blue-collar toughness with a flirtatious backroad swagger and steamy, late-night sway - will be “the song of the fall.”
Co-writing every track, apart from the title track that he wrote entirely by himself, the MusicRow-praised “2024 Next Big Thing” brings new maturity and fresh bite to his unique brand of heartland pop, as country, rock and hip-hop fuse in a soundtrack of small-town story craft.
Breathing new life into relatable stories, the tantalizingly catchy “Better Than You Left Me” puts the good in goodbye, as the highly infectious, soulful and vibe-inducing track lets an ex know he isn’t looking back, while “Country Right” bumps the speakers up to ten, as the fully countrified track highlights the best parts of living off the beaten path. But it’s with tracks like the bewildered enlightenment of “Puzzled” that highlights the nostalgic complexities of growing up, the tenderly beautiful Johnny Cash tribute “Without June,” and the whirling “Here Comes The Sun” that showcase Schneider’s colorful lyricism and storytelling prowess.
With no signs of slowing down and “a fanbase with a voracious appetite, Schneider’s star will only continue to rise in 2024” (Music Row), as the tenacious road warrior will hit major markets such as Los Angeles, Nashville, Dallas, Chicago, Seattle and more on his headlining 2024 “Bad Decisions Tour” this fall that has already sold out in numerous cities. Having been out with Nate Smith, Kane Brown and Luke Bryan this year, Schneider continues the momentum opening on Mitchell Tenpenny’s “Woke Up In A Dream Tour.”
“newcomer Dylan Schneider is well on his way to breaking out.”
“Dylan Schneider has made a name for himself as a songwriter in Nashville”
“From moments of vulnerability to infectious party anthems, his music resonates with listeners from all walks of life.” – Country Now
“one thing is clear: Dylan Schneider has firmly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the country music scene, leaving listeners eagerly anticipating what he'll bring to the table next.”
“Sharing the stage with luminaries such as Florida Georgia Line, Morgan Wallen, and Chris Lane, Schneider has proven himself to be a formidable presence in the world of country music.”
Upcoming + Headlining “Bad Decisions Tour" Dates:
9/30/24 - Vancouver, BC - The Fox Cabaret
10/1/24 - Seattle, WA - Tractor Tavern
10/4/24 - Portland, OR - Ponderosa Lounge & Grill
10/5/24 - Sacramento, CA - Goldfield Trading Post
10/8/24 - Los Angeles, CA - Troubadour
10/10/24 - Phoenix, AZ - Valley Bar
10/11/24 - Las Vegas, NV - Stoney's Rockin' Country
10/12/24 - San Diego, CA - House of Blues – Voodoo Room
10/15/24 - Denver, CO - Globe Hall
10/17/24 - Kansas City, MO - PBR Big Sky Bar
10/18/24 - Omaha, NE - Barnato
10/19/24 - St. Louis, MO - The Old Rockhouse
10/22/24 - Nashville, TN - Exit/In
10/24/24 - Pittsburgh, PA - Stage AE*
10/25/24 - Louisville, KY - Louisville Palace Theatre*
10/27/24 - Columbus, OH - A&R Music Bar*
11/2/24 - Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle*
11/8/24 - Houston, TX - House of Blues - Bronze Peacock
11/10/24 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues - Cambridge Room
11/14/24 - Cleveland, OH - Agora Theatre and Ballroom*
11/15/24 - Bensalem, PA - Parx Casino*
11/16/24 - Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom*
11/22/24 - Cambridge, MA - The Sinclair
11/23/24 - Philadelphia, PA - Milkboy
11/24/24 - Washington, DC - Union Stage
11/26/24 - Toronto, ON - Horseshoe Tavern
12/5/24 - Chicago, IL - Joe's on Weed St.
12/6/24 - Grand Rapids, MI - The Stache
12/7/24 - Wyandotte, MI - District 142
12/8/24 - Indianapolis, IN - Deluxe at Old National Centre
* Mitchell Tenpenny’s “Woke Up In A Dream Tour"
About Dylan Schneider:
One of Music Row’s most exciting new talents, with all the elements of a true rising star, BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville’s Dylan Schneider has grown a massive fanbase and critical acclaim, fusing Midwestern country grit with the energy of rock and modern pop. After building an engaged following on social media, Schneider arrived in Nashville at just 16 years old, releasing multiple building-block EPs and honing his craft on tour with Florida Georgia Line, Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan, Kane Brown, Nate Smith and more. Earning “Artist to Watch” accolades from Pandora, Amazon Music and others, the 24 year old now boasts over 2 million social media followers and 395+ million on-demand career streams, with two RIAA-certified Gold records and a Top 5 hit as a songwriter (Dustin Lynch’s “Momma’s House”). Hailed by MusicRow as a “2024 Next Big Thing,” Schneider released his long-awaited debut album Puzzled on September 27. With 16 songs, all co-written or solely written by Schneider such as the autobiographical title track, the project also features fan-favorite anthems like the irresistible “Carhartt” that matches the brand’s iconic toughness with a flirtatious backroad swagger and steamy, late-night sway, while viral smash “Bad Decisions” wraps a toxic relationship in a dusky Western twang and Schneider’s lusty vocal flow. Looking ahead, the rising star will embark on his coast-to-coast headlining “Bad Decisions Tour” before joining Mitchell Tenpenny through the end of 2024, continuing to make energy an equal partner to his deeply personal tales of growth and getting by.
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