Gretchen Wilson is ready to make a country comeback with her latest album. But her new single may surprise some longtime fans.
"Summertime Town" is the second single from Ready to Get Rowdy, and shows off a very different side of Wilson. Most of us are used to her punchy and unapologetic attitude, but this latest cut takes things a little easier. Instead of throwing back whiskey or calling out a jerk, the lyrics to "Summertime Town" are all about going with the flow - or the summer breeze.
It will be interesting to see if established fans connect with the sound, which feels more Tom Petty than Waylon. But hey, that's not a bad thing. Wilson's vocals are as strong as ever, and the narrative of a romance that disappears as quick as the summer sun is plenty refreshing.
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Ready to Get Rowdy is available online and in stores now. You can catch her on tour across the U.S. through the end of the summer. A full list of Wilson's upcoming concerts dates can be found here.
