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19-Year-Old Dawson Channels Country Legends
1 Oct
Summary
- Colton Dawson, a 19-year-old, embraces 80s/90s country sound.
- He signed with Warner Records Nashville and released debut single.
- Dawson was inspired by musical heroes to be a triple threat.
Nineteen-year-old Colton Dawson is emerging as a prominent voice in country music, drawing inspiration from the genre's 1980s and 1990s titans. Hailing from Chandler, Arizona, Dawson skillfully plays guitar, writes songs reminiscent of the 80s, and delivers them with a distinct country twang. He signed with Warner Records Nashville earlier this year, subsequently releasing his debut single, "Might Be In It," along with other notable tracks like "It's Gonna Rain."
Dawson, like many of his contemporaries, aspires to be a multifaceted artist – a singer, songwriter, and musician. His journey began with playing over 500 shows in local bars and restaurants with his father during high school, honing his work ethic and performance skills. A pivotal moment arrived when a TikTok cover led to a songwriting invitation in Nashville, solidifying his desire to pursue a career in the city.
He has since shared stages with notable artists and is currently collaborating with Grammy-winning producer Chuck Ainlay on an upcoming album. Dawson was also Billboard's Country Up-and-Comer Artist of the Month for October. He co-wrote "It's Gonna Rain" in just 30 minutes and performed at a Randy Travis tribute, an experience he described as surreal and nerve-wracking.
