American Idol finalist Colin Stough releases “Promiseland” alongside new music video
Colin Stough released his new single “Promiseland” on Friday (September 8). The track is his first song after his successful run on American Idol earlier this year.
Showing off his gritty and impassioned storytelling, with relatable lyrics and a hard-hitting beat, therecord depicts a story of a young man who feels the pressure to make a name for himself but promises to always stay true to where he comes from.
After finishing American Idol season 21 in third place, Colin, the “Brad Pitt of country music,” as judge Katy Perry dubbed him, “was born to be a star” and has “the taste” and the “vocal ability.”
The country has also released the official music video for “Promiseland.” Shot in his native Mississippi, the video gives fans a glimpse into a day in the life of Colin. From riding one of his many motorcycles, cruising around in his pickup to working one of his horses, culminating in a packed house for a live show, he shows what his hometown of Gattman means to him and his creative journey.
From working as an HVAC technician less than a year ago to amassing a fan base on a national TV show and moving to Nashville with a record deal and a full touring schedule in hand, “Promiseland” is a love letter to the place where you can hang your hat, kick up your boots and take a deep breath, but only after a day of mischievous fun.
“Promiseland describes me and my roots”
In a press statement, Colin remarked about the track and video: “Man, ‘Promiseland’ describes me and my roots. It’s a song about where I’m from; and, it’s a reminder to myself that no matter where I am or what I’m doing, nothing or no one will change me.”
“Promiseland” follows the release of Colin’s debut song “Bad Day,” a testament to the working man’s plight to get through a particularly mundane day, and “I Still Talk To Jesus,” a deeply personal depiction of the singer’s struggle to find meaning in a lifetime of disappointments and letdowns, which ended up reaching the #5 slot on Billboard’s Country Digital Song Sales Charts and #18 on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales Charts.
Currently out on the road with headlining tour dates including a hometown show that sold out in one hour, Colin is working hard on his debut project.
