Colby Acuff, an Idaho native, has captivated audiences for some time now but look for him to catch a huge wave in 2023 as he continues to impress with songs that sound like they come from a man who’s been around a lot longer and seen much more. Western White Pines transports you to a simpler place and time where peace is brought by the beauty of nature. Acuff’s warm vocals and relatable lyrics are the perfect match for his nostalgic take on classic country that he still manages to make current. It’s a perfect addition to his growing catalog and adds distinction to his repertoire. Acuff reminds one of an outlaw era of country music and often draws on his own experiences as an outdoorsman and a mortal man like the rest of us. This creates for some raw, real, storytelling and some damn good country music that feels like home.

Working with acclaimed producer/engineer Eddie Spear (Zach Bryan, Brandi Carlile, Cody Jinks), Acuff's first major label record is a revelation, recorded with a team of top-flight talent at Nashville's Sound Emporium. Another batch of gritty, solo-written songs - plus the first ever co-writes of a promising career - it will help introduce a country talent as wild and free as the Idaho mountains themselves. But despite his new chapter, he's got no plans of taming down. "You've got two options: you can make music for you and the people who are gonna hear it, or you can make music for the people who are gonna pay for it," Acuff says. "And I always lean toward making music for you and your fans."