HAYLEY JENSEN UNLEASHES AN UNTAMED ANTHEM OF FREEDOM-‘WILD AS THE WIND’THE 5X GOLDEN GUITAR & COUNTRYTOWN AWARD FINALIST CONTINUES HER GLOBAL EXPANSION, COUPLING ARETURN TO THE UK FOR A PRESTIGIOUS FESTIVAL, ALONGSIDE PBR AUSTRALIA ARENA SHOWS & A MASSIVE NATIONAL HEADLINE TOUR
Following the blazing success of her Top 20 Countrytown radio hit ‘BURN IT DOWN’, Australia’s highest-selling female country artist and 5x Golden Guitar Finalist Hayley Jensen returns with her most liberating and deeply personal single yet, ‘WILD AS THE WIND’.If ‘BURN IT DOWN’ lit the fire, ‘WILD AS THE WIND’ is the roaring hurricane that propels Jensen into a bold new era of artistic and personal freedom. Continuing the narrative of reclaiming her power, this track is an infectious, cinematic country-pop anthem about breaking free from the expectations of others, embracing a wild spirit, and taking a giant leap of faith for love.Written from raw, lived experience, the story traces Jensen’s profound journey of leaving a past relationship where she was pressured to give up her music career and settle for a “normal” life, to realizing her spirit could never be tamed. The story culminates in a real-life adventure – following the true love of her life on an adventure across the world.“‘WILD AS THE WIND’ is about refusing to let your spirit be caged. About trusting that pull inside you toward the life you’re meant to live, even when it feels terrifying. I wrote it for anyone who’s ever felt too wild for the box they were expected to fit into. It’s about freedom, adventure, healing, and finding the kind of love that runs along beside you, cheering you on, instead of holding you back. I really wanted to capture that pure spirit of freedom and adventure, and I hope it inspires everyone who hears it to run toward their own passions.” says Hayley.Musically, the track signals an exciting sonic evolution for Jensen. Produced by multi award-winner, Liam Quinn, it features driving percussive layers, soaring powerhouse vocals, catchy fiddle and whistle hooks with ‘Stomp & Holler’ energy. The song marries a polished country-pop sensibility with an organic edge, building in intensity with a relentless momentum that sweeps you away.The release lands during a monumental year of global and domestic momentum for Jensen. Fresh off an explosive debut performance at CMC Rocks QLD – Australia’s largest international country music festival – and high-octane shows at Meatstock Toowoomba & Gippsland, Jensen has been dominating festival stages and solidifying her status as a premier live act.Continuing her expansion into international markets, Jensen is set to fly across the world this August to perform in the UK at The Long Road Festival-one of Britain’s largest and most prestigious international country music festivals. UK fans will also catch her at an exclusive headline side show in Birmingham. This marks the second year in a row (and third time) Jensen has been invited to perform at festivals in the UK. Last year she lit up the stage at ‘Buckle & Boots’ Manchester, headlined the new country stage at ‘In It Together’ Wales, as well as playing acoustic shows in Birmingham & London.Jensen’s international sprint will be a whirlwind this year, as she must swiftly return down under to front a massive domestic schedule, including showcasing at BIGSOUND 2026, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest music industry gathering and new music showcase.The second half of 2026 is shaping up to be one of Hayley’s busiest yet as she brings her high-energy show to massive arenas across the country for PBR Australia events, including Melbourne’s John Cain Arena and the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, alongside the Triple B Rodeo in Caboolture, QLD with more festival appearances to be announced soon.In addition to a packed festival calendar, fans can also look forward to catching Hayley live on a massive Headline Tour presented by Wheelhouse Agency and assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia & Music Australia’s ‘Contemporary Music Touring Grant’. Allowing Hayley to connect with even more fans across the country than ever before.With career streams now surging well past the 9 million mark, her second ARIA #1 Album Country Soul remaining a permanent fixture in the ARIA Top 10 Australian Country Album Chart & a new record on the way in 2027, Hayley Jensen is operating at the peak of her powers with no intention of slowing down.‘WILD AS THE WIND’ is a fearless declaration of self-belief, a celebration of love against all odds, and a reminder that some spirits are simply born to be free.