Three-time ‘Best Female Vocal’ Australian Country Music People’s Choice Award winner Courtney Keil is turning up the volume with her brand-new single ‘Friends For Life’. Hot on the heels of her double single ‘Broke’ which brought its fast tempo and fresh bluegrass flavour showcasing her undeniable storytelling, Courtney is back with a track bursting with bright, summery country vibes, endless good times and as we have come to expect, a whole lot of heart.Courtney continues to deliver as she showcases a true country anthem, radiating loyalty, laughter and the joy of escape co-written with Nashville’s Sally Barris and long-time producer and collaborator Rod McCormack. “We wrote Friends For Life as a reminder that the best adventures in life aren’t about where you go, but who’s by your side. Friends for life make every moment unforgettable,” says Courtney. “It’s about celebrating the people who stick with you through it all.”
Recorded in Nashville and on the NSW Central Coast, masterfully produced by McCormack, ‘Friends For Life’ features powerhouse performances from world-class musicians, “Hearing Shannon Forrest (Toto), Sol Philcox-Littlefield (Luke Combs), Tony Lucido (Ella Langley), Scott Sanders (Carrie Underwood), and Jeff Roach (Lady A) bring this single to life in the studio was an absolute pinch-me moment” Courtney shares.
From Gympie Music Muster to John Cain Arena, Courtney has proven she can hold her own on the biggest stages. Opening for acclaimed artists including Brian Cadd, The Whitlams Black Stump Band, Adam Harvey, Karise Eden and Gina Jeffreys, while also delivering standout TV performances on Channel 7’s Good Friday Appeal, Fox Sports Supercars Championship at Bathurst and Sandown plus the NBL at John Cain Arena.
Her debut album ‘ The Good Kind’ stormed to #1 on the iTunes Country Australia Chart, producing four #1 singles and cementing her place as one of Australia’s most exciting new country artists. Fresh from her mid-year recording trip to Nashville with Rod McCormack, Courtney’s much anticipated sophomore album is already well underway for 2026 release.
A born storyteller, Courtney continues to work with some of Nashville’s finest songwriters, including Sam Gay (Deric Ruttan / Little Texas), Templeton Thompson (Reba McEntire / Jo Dee Messina), and Sally Barris (Trisha Yearwood / Keith Urban), weaving together songs filled with endurance, sentiment and soul.
With its infectious groove, soaring vocals and undeniable country spirit, ‘ Friends For Life’ is uplifting and packed with feel-good vibes. Capturing over half a million streams and multiple awards to her name, Courtney Keil is proving she’s not just a rising star, she’s here for the long haul.