Country Star Lee Brice Talks Faith, New Music at TPUSA Event

Brice says he wants to 'be able to say what he wants to say unapologetically' on his upcoming album.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Country music star Lee Brice discussed his upcoming album, which features themes of faith and purpose, as he traveled to perform at a Turning Point USA event. Brice previewed a new song called "Country Nowadays" that he says will "resonate with millions of people" by addressing the challenges of being a country artist in the current climate. The article also touches on Brice's musical influences, including his Aunt Henri who taught him gospel songs as a child.

Why it matters

Lee Brice is one of the biggest stars in country music, with numerous hit songs and awards to his name. His willingness to explore themes of faith and purpose in his new music, as well as his unapologetic stance on country music's place in today's culture, provide insight into the evolving landscape of the genre and how artists are navigating it.

The details

As Brice traveled to the Turning Point USA event, the author joined him on his tour bus, which was filled with musical equipment and guitars. Brice discussed how his upcoming album features many songs about faith, including a track called "When the Kingdom Comes" that he dedicated to the late Charlie Kirk. Brice also previewed a new song called "Country Nowadays" that he says will resonate with many Americans, as it addresses the challenges country artists face in the current cultural climate.

  • Brice performed "When the Kingdom Comes" in Clearwater, Florida, and dedicated it to Charlie Kirk after his assassination.
  • Brice's new album is set to be released later this year, with pre-orders beginning on February 20.

The players

Lee Brice

A country music star who has had nine #1 radio singles and won numerous ACM and CMA awards. He began his music career singing in church as a child, influenced by his Aunt Henri.

Charlie Kirk

The late founder of Turning Point USA, who was assassinated.

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What they’re saying

“When Charlie was assassinated, it just rang to me that he was grounded in his faith. And all I thought was, you know what, he'd love to look down and hear this song.”

— Lee Brice

“I want to be able say what I want to say unapologetically.”

— Lee Brice

What’s next

Brice is set to perform his new song "Country Nowadays" for the first time live at the Turning Point USA All-American Halftime Show, where he will be joined by other country artists like Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, and Gabby Barrett.

The takeaway

Lee Brice's willingness to explore themes of faith and purpose in his music, as well as his unapologetic stance on the challenges facing country artists in the current cultural climate, reflects the evolving landscape of the genre and how artists are navigating it.