WORTHINGTON TOURS THIS FALL WITH KAMERON MARLOWE; SETS ZACH TOP AND RILEY GREEN TOUR DATES FOR EARLY 2025
JOINS LAMBERT’S MUTTNATION BENEFIT SHOW AT NASHVILLE’S ASCEND AMPHITHEATER ON OCT. 5
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NASHVILLE, TENN. – Country traditionalistJake Worthington unleashes an all-new steel-soaked, down-on-your-luck duet “Hello Shitty Day” today, featuring fellow Texan, Miranda Lambert. The collaboration was initially announced and previewed in late August at Worthington’s sold-out Nashville headliner. Listen to “Hello Shitty Day” here.
Songwriting giants Dean Dillon, Jessie Jo Dillon, Jesse Frasure, and Lambert wrote the bad day ballad when inspiration struck on a writers’ retreat earlier this year. “It was one of my first times ever writing with Dean Dillon, who is obviously a hero of ours… it was cold and rainy and shitty outside,” Lambert recalls in a short clip sharing the song’s origins in conversation with Worthington.
In a simple moment of observation, Dean went outside for a smoke, looked to the gloomy sky overhead, and within earshot of Lambert said, “hello, shitty day.”
“And I was like, ‘can we write that?’” Lambert laughs remembering. To Worthington’s astonishment, the Texas icon and former ACM Entertainer of the Year sent the song to him as soon as it was finished. “The first person I thought of was you,” Lambert reflects. “Well, I’m glad I remind you of shitty days,” Jake laughs back.
With a reverent and resounding “yes ma’am” from Worthington, the song made its way to Joey Moi’s studio to get cut when luck struck twice, as Lambert agreed to accompany Jake on the track.
Yielding to the melancholy, they sing:
Hello shitty day (hello, hello)
Glad you came my way
Brought all this pain and all of this rain
Washed my joy away
I was doin’ just fine
In this world of mine
Now the skies are all gray and all I can say is
Hello shitty day
“It’s tough to describe the honor of having songwriters I look up to consider my voice a vehicle for songs like this one,” Worthington continues. “To have an artistic and creative force like Miranda join in, well that’s just a dream come true.”
A sought-after collaborator, “Hello Shitty Day” adds to a monumental year for the La Porte, Texas native after joining Reba McEntire on “Is It Cold In Here” from HIXTAPE: Vol. 3: DIFFTAPE, “Do It Anyway” with Jade Eagleson, and upcoming Brooks & Dunn collaboration “I’ll Never Forgive My Heart” on their just announced Reboot II.
Next week, Worthington will take the stage at Lambert’s MuttNation Benefit Show Music for Mutts at Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater (10/5).
Closing out the year strong supporting Kameron Marlowe‘s Keepin’ The Lights On Tour, Worthington then joins Zach Top at the top of 2025 with a stop at the historic Ryman Auditorium on his Cold Beer & Country Music Tour followed by multiple dates on Riley Green‘s Damn Country Music Tour throughout the spring.
“We sure are lucky, ain’t we?” Worthington winks. “See you out there.”
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TEASED NEW MIRANDA LAMBERT DUET “HELLO SHITTY DAY,” RELEASING SEPT. 27
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NASHVILLE, TENN. – Captivating a sold-out Music City crowd last Thursday night, the pride and joy of La Porte, Texas and reigning Texas Country Music Association Male Artist of the Year Jake Worthington brought TONK to Tennessee at his first-ever Nashville headliner.
The twanging hour-long set highlighted Worthington’s signature “pure Texas drawl” (Billboard), including cuts from his noteworthy self-titled debut album of “gorgeous beer-joint purism” (Texas Monthly) like “Next New Thing,” “Single At The Same Time,” “Honky Tonk Crowd,” and waltzing “State You Left Me In,” alongside a crop of unreleased gems that had the crowd hanging on his every note.
Worthington’s third song of the night was a solo take on unreleased Miranda Lambert collaboration, “Hello Shitty Day,” slated to drop Sept. 27. A loping jaunt about a truly rotten day, the curse-laden true country cut made an impression, with audience members yelling back the song’s title as Worthington sang near the end of its over four-minute runtime.
Another powerful testament to Worthington’s artist-to-artist cred, the set featured Jake’s rendition of his HIXTAPE: Vol. 3: DIFFTAPE track featuring Reba McEntire, “Is It Cold In Here.”
Rousing covers of his heroes’ tunes rounded out the evening – George Jones’ “White Lightning” and “If Drinking Don’t Kill Me (Her Memory Will),” and Merle Haggard’s “Heaven Was A Drink Of Wine.” Notably, Jones’ former steel guitarist Tom Killen accompanied Worthington throughout the show.
Closing the night with an encore, Worthington “defined the meaning of traditional country music at his sold-out show” (MusicRow), “leaving the crowd in awe.”
Worthington continues down the road this week, headlining in Texas and Okla. before supporting Cody Jinks and Kameron Marlowe respectively on select dates through the end of 2024.
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Jake Worthington Performs Sold-Out Cannery Hall Show on Aug. 22 | Image by Brayln Kelly Smith Download here
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Jake Worthington Wins Country Album of the Year + Male Artist of the Year at the 2023 TCMAs
FORT WORTH, TEXAS – Stepping into renowned lone star state honky tonk Billy Bob’s Texas to celebrate and honor country music at last night’s Texas Country Music Awards, Texas native Jake Worthington was awarded Male Artist of the Year and Country Album of the Year for his debut, self-titled album of “gorgeous beer-joint purism” (Texas Monthly) released earlier this year.
“I just want to thank everybody here,” shared Worthington from the stage. “I believe in country music with all my heart. It’s about the only thing that ever made any sense to me. Walking through Billy Bob’s today, there’s so many people here that I have been inspired by, and I’m honored to be amongst everybody here. Here’s to the honky tonker, here’s to believer of country music, and here’s to every single one of us here tonight.”
Adding to the monumental evening, Worthington’s steel guitar player Adam Goodale also took home the win for Steel Guitar Player of the Year.
Worthington’s newest accolades continue to build on his year of career milestones, including his Grand Ole Opry debut earlier this year and first-ever performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre opening for CMA Entertainer of the Year Lainey Wilson. Rounding out a year packed full of shows nationwide, Worthington continues bringing “true traditional country in its most pure form” (Saving Country Music) to stages through the end of the year on ERNEST‘s This Fire Tour, dates with Lainey Wilson and Randall King, and opening at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas (11/14).
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NASHVILLE, TENN. – Stepping into The Circle onstage at the Grand Ole Opry for the first time on Friday (7/21), country’s rising cowboy Jake Worthington experienced the moment he’s dreamed of since he was born.
“I wouldn’t change a thing about my life, and being here is a really big reason why,” Worthington shared teary-eyed from The Circle. “This is the greatest honor, to be here on the stage where all my heroes stood.”
Raised on foundational country like George Jones, Keith Whitley, and Merle Haggard, and more, the Texas native set his sights on his Opry debut from a young age, holding the country music pillar in such high esteem that he didn’t want to watch a show until he had earned the privilege of playing at the hallowed hall.
Bringing “true traditional country in its most pure form” (Saving Country Music) to the country music institution, Worthington gave the audience a taste of his honky-tonk stylings with an upbeat, playful performance of “Single At The Same Time,” a helping of “hearty heartbreak country” (Billboard) with “State You Left Me In,” and an acoustic performance of standout ballad “Closing Time.” Met with a roaring standing ovation, Worthington showed his heartfelt appreciation as he exited from the pinnacle moment with a tip of his cowboy hat.
Next up, he continues bringing “gorgeous beer-joint purism” (Texas Monthly) from his self-titled debut album to audiences nationwide, performing at fairs and festivals including TidalWave Music Festival, Illinois State Fair, State Fair of Texas, and Gordy’s Hwy 30 Music Fest – Texas Edition, supporting ERNEST this fall on his This Fire Tour, and opening various dates for Lainey Wilson and Ian Munsick.
Jake Worthington Makes His Grand Ole Opry Debut (7/21) | Image by Brayln Kelly | Download Here
Jake Worthington Makes His Grand Ole Opry Debut (7/21) | Image by Brayln Kelly | Download Here
Jake Worthington Celebrates His Grand Ole Opry Debut (7/21) | Image by Brayln Kelly | Download Here
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ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES THIS WEEK AT CMA FEST’S CHEVY VIBES STAGE (6/9) AND WHISKEY JAM (6/10)
Jake Worthington Performs with Marty Stuart at Marty Stuart’s Late Night Jam (6/7) | Image by Brayln Kelly | Download Here
NASHVILLE, TENN. – Taking the stage at The Ryman Auditorium for Marty Stuart’s Late Night Jam last night, country’s rising cowboy Jake Worthington joined icon Marty Stuart for a performance of their unreleased co-write “I’m The One,” and Worthington’s anguish filled ballad “State You Left Me In.” Beaming as he stood beside one of his heroes, the night became one Worthington will not soon forget, as Stuart surprised him with the milestone invitation to make his Grand Ole Opry debut on July 21.
“This boy has country music in his heart,” Stuart beamed as he brought Worthington onto the stage. “If I was betting on anybody in country music, I’d put all my chips on this guy. I love him and I believe in him, he’s the real deal.”
Speechless as Stuart shared the news of his Opry debut, Worthington reflected later in the evening teary eyed, “Man, I ain’t got no words. At the drop of a hat we will be there. It means the world that Marty Stuart shared this with me, his music has been a heavy influence on mine. He’s the king of cool in country music. I’ve always believed in the power of a song, but I’ve never seen it playin’ out like this for me. It’s everything I’ve ever dreamed of.”
Kicking off the week, Worthington made his Ryman Auditorium debut Tuesday night (6/6) at Craig Wiseman’s Stars for Second Harvest, earning a roaring standing ovation after his acoustic set. Now with two monumental moments under his belt, Worthington gears up for more can’t miss live shows this week at Nashville’s CMA Fest, bringing his fresh take on traditional country music to the Chevy Vibes Stage on Friday (6/9) at 10:15 a.m. and Whiskey Jam on Saturday (6/10) at 2:00 p.m.
Not missing a beat, Worthington has been steadily bringing two-step ditties to dance halls nationwide, featuring a set list chock-full of music from his acclaimed self-titled debut album. The 13-song track list reminiscent of the genre’s classic roots infuses fresh blood into country’s still beating heart, earning him early praise from fans and critics alike.
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“…will resonate with swathes of country fans who have felt forgotten for the last couple of decades”
– Country Music People
“Full of relatable ballads, like ‘State You Left Me In,’ and songs that’ll have you two-stepping on the dance floor, such as ‘Honky Tonk Crowd’ and ‘Next New Thing,’ there’s something for everyone or whatever mood you’re in.” – Cowboy Lifestyle Network
“‘Jake Worthington’ is a debut that could well go down in Country music history.” – Entertainment Focus
“If you had to explain what country music was to someone who didn’t know, then the easiest thing to do would be to play them any one of the 13 songs off Jake Worthington’s self-titled debut album.” – Holler.
“If traditional Texas twang is your thing (and it should be), Jake Worthington will soon have you two-steppin’ to his honky-tonk stylings.” – Outsider
“If you want to hear true traditional country in its most pure form in 2023, listen to Jake Worthington.”
– Saving Country Music
“debut album of gorgeous beer-joint purism.” – Texas Monthly
“ a top contender for Album of the Year in his impressive honky-tonkin’ debut” – Whiskey Riff
Later this year, Worthington will join labelmate ERNEST as direct support for his This Fire Tour, tacks on dates supporting Tracy Lawrence, Casey Donahew, and Lainey Wilson, as well as performances at various fairs and festivals including Country Fest, Humboldt County Fair, Warren County Fair, TidalWave Music Festival, Gordy’s Hwy 30 Music Fest – Texas Edition, and more.
Jake Worthington Performs with Marty Stuart at Marty Stuart’s Late Night Jam (6/7) | Image by Brayln Kelly | Download Here
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“If you had to explain what country music was to someone who didn’t know, then the easiest thing to do would be to play them any one of the 13 songs off Jake Worthington’s self-titled debut album.” – Holler.
“From the very first moments, it is stunning and can stand as a testament that all hope is not lost while there are artists like Jake Worthington around.” – Country Music People
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NASHVILLE, TENN. – For La Porte, Texas native Jake Worthington, country music is the fundamental thread that’s sewn together the fabric of his life. The traditional stylings of greats like George Jones, Keith Whitley, and Merle Haggard narrated his rural upbringing and formed the soundtrack of his youth, from the songs on the radio, to his late grandfather’s front porch performances at holiday gatherings.
But more than just the nostalgic sonic influence that permeates Worthington’s own music, country is a lifestyle and value system that makes the rising star who he is. Taking that familiarity with the genre’s classic roots and traditions and infusing fresh blood into country’s still beating heart today, his debut 13-track album Jake Worthington is available now.
“I’ve been ready for this for a long time,” Worthington says. “Country music is what I know, it’s what I’ve always done, and I’ve never thought about doin’ anything else. I’m grateful to finally be putting it out into the world. Homage isn’t paid on accident, so if it reminds the listener of a sound that’s familiar to them, of the music they listened to growing up, then I reckon we’ve done our job. These songs are real to the last five or so years of my life, so I hope people hear the stories we’re sharing and can relate.”
A genuine country article with neon coursing through his veins, Worthington penned all but one of the 13-song offering, bringing an honest representation of the last several years of his life to his storied lyrics. Enlisting songwriting mainstays Roger Springer, Robert Arthur, Jessi Alexander, David Lee Murphy, and Jeff Hyde as well as go-to collaborators Monty Homes, Nick Walsh, and Wyatt McCubbin, a honkytonk collection full of rowdy good-time hitters and heartbreak howlers was born, beckoning listeners straight to the dance floor.
“I really have to give a lot of credit to all the writers I had the privilege of working with on these songs,” shares Worthington. “I am blessed to get to work with, in my opinion, the best of the business. I don’t take that for granted.”
Worthington released two of the twanging new tracks in March, immediately met with a strong reassurance that country music is craving a throwback. Leading the way with emotion-filled ballad “State You Left Me In,” Billboard noted that “while the influence of staunch country traditionalists such as George Jones and Tracy Lawrence are apparent, he manages to bring his own nuances to wringing the anguish out of every note.” Pairing it up-tempo anthem “Next New Thing,” for a balanced introduction, “if this one doesn’t make you imagine yourself line dancin’ or boot scootin,’ then your country music quality meter is broken” (Whiskey Riff).
Now, the rest of the 11 songs have arrived for a beer joint-ready playlist, among them slow dancing “She Ain’t You,” which “is the epitome of a retro love song, with its dreamy, pedal steel-driven melody that would slot seamlessly into the repertoires of the all-time greats” (Holler). Joining Worthington for a shot of classic vocal balladry is labelmate ERNEST on “Pop Goes The Whiskey,” among other standout up-tempos like “Honky Tonk Crowd” and “Night Time Is My Time” where Worthington wrings all the energy (and then some) out of his electric honky-tonk roots.
“I just can’t believe the support we’ve received from the first two,” Worthington reflects. “It means so much to me that people are hearin’ the kind of music we make and are enjoying it. As long as someone’ll listen, I’m goin’ to keep doin’ what we do best and make country music for the rest of my life.”
EARLY ACCLAIM FOR JAKE WORTHINGTON
“Major label album of the year? Almost certainly, but I’d like to think it is so much more than that. Hopefully Jake Worthington is about to usher in a whole new era of real country music coming back around…” – Country Music People
“Full of relatable ballads, like ‘State You Left Me In,’ and songs that’ll have you two-stepping on the dancefloor, such as ‘Honky Tonk Crowd’ and ‘Next New Thing,’ there’s something for everyone or whatever mood you’re in.” – Cowboy Lifestyle Network
“Jake Worthington is an artist who is garnering a lot of attention in country music for all the right reasons.” – Entertainment Focus
“Unapologetically country, Jake Worthington’s full-length debut is packed with honky-tonk dancefloor fillers, heartbreak anthems and, you guessed it, a shot or two of whiskey for good measure.” – Holler.
“If traditional Texas twang is your thing (and it should be), Jake Worthington will soon have you two-steppin’ to his honky-tonk stylings.” – Outsider
“He’s almost a dead-ringer for Mark Chesnutt, with the same full-throated, weathered, rich tone that plays especially well to this sound.” – The Musical Divide
“Jake Worthington is the epitome of country boy. Everything from his traditional vocals, musical arrangements, and that signature twang.” – Whiskey Riff
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