Jenny Tolman Celebrates Her Roots On New Album ‘Music City Mutt,’ Due In August

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Singer-songwriter Jenny Tolman is set to release her third studio album, Music City Mutt, on Aug. 28.

Inspired by her own story as a Nashville native with roots stretching from Boston to California, Music City Mutt explores identity, family, motherhood, and the people and places that shape who we become. The album blends heartfelt storytelling with colorful characters and Tolman’s signature sharp wit, and brings together several fan-favorite releases that have already showcased the album’s depth and personality.

“Music City Mutt is my most personal album yet,” shares Tolman. “I started calling myself the ‘Music City Mutt’ because I’m a Nashville native with parents from two completely different worlds. The more I thought about it, the more I realized that’s really what Nashville is – a city full of people who came here from somewhere else, all chasing the same dream. This album is about finding home, embracing every part of your story, and celebrating the beautiful patchwork that makes us who we are.

“It’s also my first album since becoming a mom, so that naturally found its way into these songs,” she continues. “Getting to include my three-year-old son, Bear, on the record made this project even more special…he might just be the youngest drummer ever credited on an album. I can’t wait for everyone to hear it.”

The project features the rowdy anthem “Honky Tonk Songs” featuring Gretchen Wilson, a boot-stomping celebration of country’s roots born from the pair’s friendship developed during The Road. It also includes the heartfelt “Baby Steps,” a poignant reflection on life’s journey from heartbreak to motherhood, alongside the witty, unapologetic, sharp-tongued “Show Pony,” packed with Tolman’s signature storytelling and humor.

To celebrate the new album, Tolman will play a special show at City Winery Nashville on Aug. 24, with tickets going on sale this Friday (July 24) here.

Music City Mutt Track List:
1. “Live From Jennyville Studios” (Dave Brainard/ Jenny Tolman)
2. “Music City Mutt” (Dave Brainard/ Jenny Tolman/ Aaron Raitierre)
3. “Make Up My Mind” (Jenny Tolman)
4. “Show Pony” (Dave Brainard/ Jenny Tolman/ Matt Willis)
5. “Baby Steps” (Dan Harrison, Emily Kroll, Jenny Tolman)
6. “Sweet Love” (Jenny Tolman)
7. “Retail Therapy” (Dave Brainard/ Jenny Tolman/ Aaron Raitierre)
8. “Honky Tonk Songs” (feat. Gretchen Wilson) (Dave Brainard/ Jeff Silbar/ Jenny Tolman)
9. “His Hands” (Dave Brainard/ Jenny Tolman/ Matt Willis)
10. “Two Ring Circus” (Dave Brainard/ Dan Harrison/ Jenny Tolman)
11. “My California Girl” (Dave Brainard/Jenny Tolman/ Bill Whyte)
12. “Troubleshooter” (Dave Brainard/ Jeff Silbar/ Jenny Tolman)
13. “Big Mama” (feat. Brandon Ratcliff & Suzanne Cox) (Morgan Lee Powers/ Jenny Tolman)
14. “Showbiz Baby” (ft. Bear Brainard) (Bear Brainard/ Dave Brainard/ Jenny Tolman)
15. “Maybe Next Month” (Jenny Tolman)

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