NASHVILLE, TENN. – On the rise singer / songwriter, Allie Colleen, has announced the release of a moving and emotional single, “Only Oklahoma,” the fifth single off her high demand debut album, Stones. The close to her heart lyrics were co-written by Matt McKinney and Allie Colleen. The new music was produced by Joe Costa and Ben Watts, engineered by Matt “Buster” Allen, mixed by Ben Watts and mastered by Alex Dobbert. Studio musicians included Grady Saxman – Drums, Mike Brignardello – Bass, Sol Philcox-Littlefield – Electric Guitar, Johnny Garcia – Acoustic Guitar, Gabe Allen – Keys, Bruce Gillespie ‐ Background Vocals. “Only Oklahoma” is available for streaming and download on all digital music platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, YouTube Music, Pandora, Amazon Music and more here.
“At some point in life, everyone makes a decision that changes life’s course. For me, I knew early on that choice was – as soon as I could, I was going to Nashville and chasing this dream. Most my friends were choosing local colleges or settling down. When Matt brought the title “Only Oklahoma” to our writing session, I instantly thought about that alternate lifeline where I stayed close to home, got a nine to five job, settled down and started a family,” expressed Allie Colleen. “Lord help me if I had to do that in any other place, such as Kentucky or Alabama or Ohio. If that life made sense to me, it would only, ONLY make sense in Oklahoma. Every artist has their home song, that song that carries them back to somewhere familiar when life seems crazy. “Only Oklahoma” my home song.”
“It’s a special song in the sense that regardless of where you may call home, I think we’ve all at some point in our life had that longing to know where or who we would be in another life,” shared co-writer – Matt McKinney. “I came in with the title “Only Oklahoma” not knowing how relevant and special it would end up being to not just Allie but each listener”
“The first time I heard “Only Oklahoma” it moved me so much. So many people who are out there chasing their dreams can relate to this song,” added co-producer – Joe Costa. “Allie’s vocal on this is so emotional and authentic, you can tell she feels every word with every fiber of who she is.”
“From the first time I heard the Demo recording of “Only Oklahoma”, it grabbed my attention. I knew it’d be a stand-out track on a great record! It was a pleasure bringing this to life with my production partner Joe Costa,” added Co-producer – Ben Watts. “Allie delivered this vocal with a soulful delivery from the bottom of her heart. I hope everyone likes it as much as I do!”
“I’ve heard stories about those towns
Where everyone just hangs around
Never too far from your church or your momma’s house
I was always made to leave
I was born with two strong wings
Turned dirt to dust and never looked back
But there’s a little part of me
That wonders who I would be
In only Oklahoma
If I was still tucked under those watercolor painted skies
Oh sometimes I wonder If I’d chose the other
If I was right in front of what I left behind
I could get a job, coulda raised a family, but could I make a living lovin life way out there
In only Oklahoma …”
Allie Colleen Tour & Performance Dates:
7-27-21 – Cheyenne, WY – Outlaw Saloon w/ Carter Winter
7-31-21 – Farley Fest – Milbank, SD w/ Casey Donahew
8-06-21 – Franklin Theatre – Franklin, TN
8-14-21 – Flannagan’s Pub – Columbus, OH w/ Drew Parker, Ashley McBryde, Lee Brice
8-15-21 – Washington County Fair – Richmond, RI
8-19-21 – Battery Park At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino -Sioux City, IA
8-20-21 – The Rust Belt – East Moline, IL
8-21-21 – River Bend RV Resort – Watertown, WI w/ Love & Theft
8-22-21 – JR’s Southpork Ranch – Iowa State Fair
9-05-21 – Trucks & Tunes Country Music Festival – Fountain, CO w/ Dylan Scott & Caylee Hammack
9-11-21 – Red Hill Cutlery – Radcliff, KY
9-13-21 – 21 – Nashville Nights International Songwriters Festival – Denmark
10-7-21 – Nancy Howe Auditorium – David Howe A. Library – Wellsville, NY
11-6-21 – T-Mobile Arena PBR Event – Las Vegas, NV
11-12-21 -Cotton Eyed Joe’s – Knoxville, TN w/ Carly Rogers
1-22-22 – Open Chord – Knoxville, TN
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