A STATEMENT, A LIFESTYLE AND NOW AN ANTHEM FOR LIFTING THE RIGHT ARM
“Ain’t No Better Buddy Than A Beer” is Casey Barnes’ spirited ode to beer and good times. This track from his fifth studio album, “Mayday”, invites you to let your hair down, sing along, and grab a cold one.
Reflecting on the creation of the song, which he penned in Nashville last year on a writing trip, Casey says:
“What’s the one thing in life that waits for you patiently, never judges you, and is always there? Beer. That’s the premise we embraced when writing this one, with tongue firmly in cheek. It’s a BBQ anthem, a deliberate departure from what you might be used to hearing from me. This track is all about having fun and singing along, no matter where you are around the world when they call last drinks! I was also fortunate to have the legendary Nashville songsmith Bobby Huff contribute to the tune, and we’re confident it’ll have you reaching for the fridge-in moderation, of course ;)”
“Mayday” has already made a significant impact, debuting at #1 on the ARIA Australian Country Album Charts, #2 on the Australian Album Charts, and #2 on the Overall Country Album Charts. It also entered the AIR Album Charts at #1. Singles like “Mayday,” “Miracles,” “Never Give Up On A Good Time,” “Boys Like Me,” and “Summer Nights” have all topped the CountryTown Radio Airplay Charts, solidifying Barnes’ status as a country music heavyweight. Notably, “Summer Nights” clinched the APRA Award for Most Performed Country Work this year.
You’ve cranked up the volume and memorised all the lyrics-now it’s time to gather your mates and hit the road with Casey Barnes and his band to celebrate the Mayday Album Tour.
“Writing and recording new music in the studio is one thing, but my favourite part is always taking those songs on the road and playing them live for the fans! Mayday is my first album in over two years, and we can’t wait to bring our brand-new live show to amazing locations all around Australia!”
Starting this July, Casey Barnes is taking his electrifying new album across the country for a series of headline and festival shows. He has been perfecting his dynamic live performances with standout sets at CMC Rocks, Stagecoach Festival (the world’s largest country music festival), and most recently, CMA Fest this year.