Southerland continues its “traditional country revival” (Rolling Stone)
with new music available everywhere today
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rising country duo Southerland continues its introduction to fans with two new songs available everywhere today (1/29). “Along Those Lines” and “Little Bit of You” follow their 2020 “irresistible debut single” (Rolling Stone) “Thing Is” and is a continuation of Southerland’s “rollicking, good-natured [sound]” (Music Row). The duo, comprised of musicians and songwriters Matt Chase and Chris Rogers, releases this two-pack of songs through River House Artists/Sony Music Nashville.
Listen to “Along Those Lines” and “Little Bit of You” here.
“These two songs represent the direction we want to take our music,” shares Southerland. “It’s not only who we are, it’s what we are. We’ve had nine years of ups and downs working to solidify the right sound and style for us. We couldn’t be more excited to show everyone what we’ve been working on.”
Southerland bonded over their southern small-town upbringings, which they inject into the heart of their traditional storytelling and musical foundation. In “Along Those Lines,” Southerland goes back to their ‘90s country roots with references to country staples Tim McGraw and Alan Jackson. While “Little Bit of You” reflects the duo’s innate ability to melodically blend modern and classic country into the perfect feel-good love song to unwind to at the end of a long day.
“Little Bit of You” was co-written by Southerland’s Matt Chase and Chris Rogers along with Greg Bates. “Along Those Lines” was co-written by Chase, Rogers, Bates and Driver Williams. Bates produced both songs.
Matt Chase and Chris Rogers wrote and collaborated for years and officially teamed up as Southerland in 2019 when they signed as a duo with River House Artists/Sony Music Nashville. Since meeting at a songwriting session in 2016, Southerland has shared the stage with artists such as Luke Combs, Lauren Alaina, Eli Young Band, Brantley Gilbert, Montgomery Gentry, Craig Morgan, Darius Rucker, Morgan Wallen and many more.
“It’s been so fun to watch these guys do what they love and we love, too,” shares Lynn Oliver-Cline, Founder/CEO River House Artists. “They have worked really hard and I am excited and thankful we get to help them finally get these amazing songs out. And it’s just the beginning!”