2017 release, the third album from singer/songwriter Nikki Lane. Highway Queen sees the young Nashville rebel emerge as one of country and rock's most gifted songwriters. Produced by Lane and fellow singer-songwriter Jonathan Tyler, and recorded in Denton, Texas and Nashville, Tennessee, Highway Queen is an emotional tour-de-force. Blending potent lyrics, unbridled blues guitars and vintage '60s country-pop swagger, Lane's new music will resonate as easily with Black Keys and Lana Del Rey fans as those of Neil Young and Tom Petty. Highway Queen starts with the whiskey-soaked restlessness of "700,000 Rednecks," a rowdy call to action, and ends on the profoundly raw "Forever Lasts Forever," where Lane belts freely, mourning a failed marriage - the "lighter shade of skin" left behind from her wedding ring. Lane's journey to heartbreak takes exquisite turns. "Companion" is pure Everly Brothers' dreaminess ("I would spend a lifetime/ Playing catch you if I can"). Elsewhere, she goes on a Vegas bender on the rollicking "Jackpot," fights last-call blues ("Foolish Heart") and tosses off brazen one-liners at a backroom piano ("Big Mouth")., A&R: Kim Buie, Booking: Dave Kaplan, Design [Package Design]: Ricardo Alessio, Engineer: Collin Dupuis, Engineer: Matt Pence, Engineer [Assistant Engineer]: Justin Collins, Executive-Producer: Lee Foster (3), Management: Lee Foster (3), Mastered By: Greg Calbi, Mixed By: Collin Dupuis, Other [Styling]: Madeline Harman, Photography By: Eden Taylor, Producer: Jonathan Tyler, Producer: Nikki Lane, Vocals: Nikki Lane, Written-By: Erika McGillis, Written-By: Jeff Hyde, Written-By: Nikki Lane, Written-By: Ryan Tyndell, Written-By: Wade Riff, Acoustic Guitar: Jonathan Tyler, Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums: Matt Pence, Engineer, Co-producer: Matt Pence, Keyboards: Daniel Creamer, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar: Ryan Ake, Backing Vocals: Erika Wolf, Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums: Matt Pence, Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar: Steven Cooper (7), Lead Guitar: Ryan Ake, Pedal Steel Guitar: Ricky Ray Jackson, Piano: Ian Fitchuk, Rhythm Guitar: Nikki Lane, Tambourine: Taylor Powell, Tracking By: Collin Dupuis, Tracking By: Matt Pence, Acoustic Guitar: Jonathan Tyler, Baritone Guitar: Alex Munoz (2), Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums, Engineer, Co-producer: Matt Pence, Electric Guitar, Pedal Steel Guitar: Ricky Ray Jackson, Keyboards: Daniel Creamer, Lead Guitar: Ryan Ake, Rhythm Guitar: Nikki Lane, Acoustic Guitar, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar: Kenny Vaughan (2), Bass Guitar: Dave Roe, Drums: John McTigue, Harmony Vocals: Shelly Colvin, Pedal Steel Guitar: Russ Pahl, Percussion, Tracking By: Collin Dupuis, Piano: Ian Fitchuk, Backing Vocals: Daniel Creamer, Backing Vocals: Jonathan Tyler, Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums, Engineer, Co-producer: Matt Pence, Keyboards: Daniel Creamer, Lead Guitar: Ryan Ake, Rhythm Guitar: Nikki Lane, Acoustic Guitar: Jeffrey Saenz, Backing Vocals: Shelly Colvin, Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums, Percussion: Matt Pence, Keyboards: Daniel Creamer, Lead Guitar: Kenny Vaughan (2), Lead Guitar: Ryan Ake, Pedal Steel Guitar: Russ Pahl, Rhythm Guitar: Kenny Vaughan (2), Tracking By: Collin Dupuis, Tracking By: Matt Pence, Acoustic Guitar: Jonathan Tyler, Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums: Matt Pence, Electric Guitar: Ryan Ake, Fiddle: Joshua Hedley, Keyboards: Daniel Creamer, Pedal Steel Guitar: Ricky Ray Jackson, Piano: Ian Fitchuk, Rhythm Guitar: Nikki Lane, Tracking By: Collin Dupuis, Tracking By: Matt Pence, Bass Guitar, Piano: Eric Whitman, Drums: Ben Eyestone, Harmony Vocals: Shelly Colvin, Lead Guitar: Alex Munoz (2), Pedal Steel Guitar: Ricky Ray Jackson, Percussion, Engineer, Co-producer: Collin Dupuis, Rhythm Guitar: Nikki Lane, Backing Vocals: Daniel Creamer, Backing Vocals: Jonathan Tyler, Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums: Matt Pence, Keyboards: Daniel Creamer, Lead Guitar: Ryan Ake, Pedal Steel Guitar: Ricky Ray Jackson, Rhythm Guitar: Nikki Lane, Tracking By: Collin Dupuis, Tracking By: Matt Pence, Backing Vocals: Jonathan Tyler, Backing Vocals: Nikki Lane, Bass Guitar: Scott Lee (12), Drums: Matt Pence, Keyboards: Daniel Creamer, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar: Kenny Vaughan (2), Pedal Steel Guitar: Russ Pahl, Tracking By: Collin Dupuis, Tracking By: Matt Pence, Labelcode NEWW6442.2 (NW6442), Recorded At The Echo Lab, Recorded At Club Roar, Recorded At Traxidermy Studios, Mastered At Sterling Sound, Copyright (c) New West Records, LLC, Phonographic Copyright (p) New West Records, LLC, Manufactured By Key Production, Glass Mastered At Sony DADC, Southwater
"Highway Queen" is the acclaimed album by Nikki Lane, available here in CD format and released by New West Records, Inc. This record showcases Lane's signature blend of outlaw country, Americana, and rock influences. With tracks like "Jackpot," "Send the Sun," and the title song "Highway Queen," Nikki Lane delivers heartfelt storytelling with a rebellious edge. The album has been praised for its authentic sound and strong songwriting, cementing her status as one of modern country?s most compelling voices.
Nikki Lane is an American singer-songwriter known for revitalizing classic country sounds with a contemporary twist. Since her debut, she has garnered critical acclaim for albums such as "All or Nothin?" and collaborations with artists like Dan Auerbach (The Black Keys). Her unique style bridges vintage Nashville vibes with indie spirit.
New West Records, Inc., established in 1998, is renowned for supporting innovative artists across genres including Americana, rock, and alternative country. The label boasts a roster featuring legendary acts such as Steve Earle & The Dukes and Drive-By Truckers. Their commitment to quality music production makes them a trusted name among discerning listeners.
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