On The Row: Scotty Hasting Shares Moving Journey & New Music

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Scotty Hasting. Photo: Courtesy of Black River Entertainment

Black River Entertainment artist Scotty Hasting stopped by the MusicRow office last week to share a few songs and his remarkable story. The Purple Heart recipient was friendly and open as he talked about his journey from military service to music.

Pictured (L-R): MusicRow’s Madison Hahnen and John Nix Arledge; Scotty Hasting; MusicRow’s Sherod Robertson and LB Cantrell

Hasting performed “’Til The Last Shot’s Fired,” a song that held deep personal meaning during his recovery after being shot 10 times while serving in Afghanistan. Originally recorded by Trace Adkins, the track became a source of strength for Hasting during his time at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. His powerful version—featuring country mainstay Lee Brice and the legendary Dolly Parton—honors the impact it had on his journey.

In 2023, a serendipitous encounter in Nashville led Hasting to Doug Johnson, one of the song’s co-writers and Black River’s VP of A&R. That meeting opened the door to Hasting’s signing with the label and launched his music career.

“I used music as a form of therapy,” Hasting said. “I am blessed to now have the platform to hopefully help people who struggle the way that I do find something they can relate to.”

During the visit, he also played “Whiskey in the Bottle,” a reflection on living life to the fullest, and his current single “Pro Beer,” a fun-loving anthem about embracing the good times.

As he looks ahead, Hasting is excited to share more music that captures his full personality—balancing lighthearted moments with the healing power of storytelling.

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