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Midland Releases New Song 'Marlboro Man'
Country trio shares video for reflective ballad about life on the road.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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The country music group Midland has released a new song called "Marlboro Man," a reflective ballad written by songwriters Dean Dillon, Tim Nichols, and Josh Thompson. The song was produced by Trent Willmon and the accompanying music video was directed by Justin Clough, shot in the band's frontman Mark Wystrach's hometown of Sonoita, Arizona.
Why it matters
Midland has built a loyal following in the country music scene over the past 12 years, and this new song provides a glimpse into the band's journey and the personal experiences that have shaped their music and identity. The song's themes of the road, regrets, and the cyclical nature of life on tour resonate with many musicians.
The details
"Marlboro Man" was written by a trio of acclaimed Nashville songwriters - Dean Dillon, Tim Nichols, and Josh Thompson. The song was produced by Trent Willmon and the music video was directed by Justin Clough, featuring scenic shots of Sonoita, Arizona, the hometown of Midland frontman Mark Wystrach. In the song, Wystrach reflects on the 12-year journey of the band and how life on the road has left its mark, with "images of home" haunting the band at every turn.
- Midland released the new song "Marlboro Man" on February 10, 2026.
The players
Midland
A country music trio comprised of Mark Wystrach, Jess Carson, and Cameron Duddy.
Dean Dillon
A Nashville-based songwriter who co-wrote Midland's new song "Marlboro Man".
Tim Nichols
A Nashville-based songwriter who co-wrote Midland's new song "Marlboro Man".
Josh Thompson
A Nashville-based songwriter who co-wrote Midland's new song "Marlboro Man".
Trent Willmon
The producer of Midland's new song "Marlboro Man".
Justin Clough
The director of the music video for Midland's new song "Marlboro Man".
What they’re saying
“Marlboro Man' is a soaring ballad that reflects on the 12-year journey of this band and how the road has left its scars like old leather. On the road, images of home haunt us at every turn and the landscape is filled with vistas of the same old regrets, yet the sun continues to come up, the bus marches on and the cycle continues. You always strive to learn and grow, but the core of a man never changes from summer to snow as we keep riding on along, mile after mile, to get to the next show — like that damn Marlboro Man.”
— Mark Wystrach, Midland Frontman (kxgn.com)
The takeaway
Midland's new song "Marlboro Man" provides a reflective and poignant look at the realities of life on the road for a successful country music act, capturing the band's journey over the past 12 years and the personal experiences that have shaped their music and identity.