Charley Crockett Announces Debut Major Label Album 'Lonesome Drifter'

Fans won’t have to wait long for a taste: on January 31, the album’s title track arrives as the lead single.

Charley Crockett’s been hustling from the subways to the big stage, and now he’s back again with a new deal at Island Records. Even though he recorded it before his 2024 releases, $10 Cowboy and Visions of Dallas, this new album still vibes with his classic country style.

He teamed up with Shooter Jennings to co-produce the record live at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles. The title track, Lonesome Drifter, hits streaming on January 31 — it’s an old subway jam he wrote in NYC and polished while working on California farms. Fans can also expect a cover of Amarillo By Morning, plus a fresh take on Jamestown Ferry.

Backed by Island Records, this release marks a huge leap for the street-performer-turned-rising-star.

Crockett’s releases hav earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Americana Album, and he’s now set to headline Rodeo Houston on March 17. This new label partnership ensures he keeps full creative control while reaching a broader audience.