On Drive & Cry, Emily Nenni paints a lifelike portrait of hard living, hot nights, and heartbreak, capturing and bottling the moments we all experience throughout our daily lives.
In the heart of Nashville, Emily Nenni occupies a world all her own, a world that fuses traditional country roots music with a modern indie edge. Following her acclaimed debut album, On The Ranch, Nenni returns with Drive & Cry, undeniable proof of her growth as a songwriter and storyteller. For Nenni, Drive & Cry represents a deeply personal journey. "This is the first record I have completely written on my own," she reveals. "I spent a good bit of solitary time ruminating on things that had happened over the last year or two. Change is hard but also such a gift."
Teaming up with producer John James Tourville, known for his work with the Deslondes and Sunny War, Nenni sought to expand her vision while staying true to her signature sound. Recorded at Creative Workshop in Nashville and mixed by Matt Ross-Spang in Memphis, Drive & Cry is a showcase for how far Nenni has already come since her debut. The album, featuring 12 tracks, hits on the joys and sorrows inherent in life's trials and transitions.
While On The Ranch saw Nenni exploring life on a southern Colorado ranch, Drive & Cry transports listeners to the bustling streets of Nashville, where Nenni has carved out her place in the local scene. For example, the album's lead single, "Get To Know Ya," is a rollicking honky tonk anthem celebrating the magic of a Nashville night. Reflecting on the album's creation, Nenni shares, "I'm most proud of the quality of folks involved in this record. They're all top-notch professionals and the kindest people. I had so much fun - even through the tears - at every stage of making this record. I really hope everybody hears that."
With Drive & Cry, Emily Nenni continues to cement her status as one of Nashville's most electrifying upcoming voices. With relentless touring alongside the likes of Charley Crockett and Orville Peck, Nenni has honed her craft on stages across the nation, dazzling audiences with her magnetic presence. With her soulful storytelling, Nenni's star only continues to rise, flying courageously in the country music sky.