Ashley McBryde Releases New Single 'Arkansas Mud'

The country singer's upcoming fifth album will feature the new track.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Country music artist Ashley McBryde is set to release a new single called "Arkansas Mud" on Friday as part of her upcoming fifth studio album. The song's title is a nod to McBryde's home state, and she has described it as being about "rediscovering and re-honing those edges" that people sometimes file down to meet others' requests.

Why it matters

McBryde is a rising star in the country music scene, known for her authentic, gritty sound and songwriting. The release of "Arkansas Mud" builds anticipation for her next full-length album and continues to showcase her talent and connection to her Southern roots.

The details

"Arkansas Mud" follows the January release of McBryde's radio single "What If We Don't." The new track is set to appear on her upcoming fifth studio album. McBryde also has two "Postcards from Lindeville" shows scheduled as part of her ongoing Redemption Residency at Chief's on Broadway in Nashville.

  • "Arkansas Mud" will be released on Friday, February 19, 2026.
  • McBryde's "Postcards from Lindeville" shows at Chief's on Broadway in Nashville begin on Thursday.

The players

Ashley McBryde

A rising country music artist known for her authentic, gritty sound and songwriting.

Warner Records Nashville

The record label that is releasing McBryde's upcoming fifth studio album.

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What they’re saying

“We've all filed an edge down here or there at someone else's request. 'Arkansas Mud' is about rediscovering and re-honing those edges. Bite back.”

— Ashley McBryde (Instagram)

What’s next

McBryde will continue her Redemption Residency at Chief's on Broadway in Nashville with two Postcards from Lindeville shows starting on Thursday.

The takeaway

The release of "Arkansas Mud" showcases Ashley McBryde's talent and connection to her Southern roots, building anticipation for her upcoming fifth studio album and further cementing her status as a rising star in the country music genre.