Chris Stapleton, the multi-platinum country sensation, returns with his fifth studio album, "Higher," a powerful follow-up to his Grammy-winning 2020 release, "Starting Over." Released on November 10, 2023, under Mercury Nashville, this 14-track outlaw country masterpiece clocks in at a concise 54 minutes, packed with raw emotion and Stapleton's signature soulful vocals.
"Higher" showcases Stapleton's growth as an artist, blending traditional country elements with his distinctive sound. The album opens with the introspective "What Am I Gonna Do" and closes with the poignant "The Day I Die," creating a journey through love, loss, and resilience. Standout tracks like "Trust," "Think I'm In Love With You," and the title track "Higher" highlight Stapleton's knack for crafting deeply personal and universally relatable songs.
Recognized as the ACM's Artist-Songwriter of the Decade and ranked among Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers of All Time, Stapleton's "Higher" is a testament to his enduring talent and influence in the country music scene. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his music, "Higher" offers a compelling collection of songs that solidify Chris Stapleton's status as a country music icon.
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