James Johnston Unveils Title Track for Upcoming Second Album
## James Johnston’s New Album: A Deep Dive into Emotion
James Johnston is back with his anticipated second album, delivering more heartfelt country ballads.
### Where You’ll Find Me: The Follow-Up
His upcoming release, *Where You’ll Find Me*, is set to debut this October under Warner Music Australia. This album follows his acclaimed 2024 debut, *Raised Like That*, which garnered ARIA nominations.
### Collaborative Spirit in the Studio
The new album is a product of collaboration, featuring the talents of producer and co-writer Jared Adlam alongside renowned country artist Morgan Evans, who helped craft two tracks. Johnston reflects on their creative synergy, stating, “It’s rare to find people really in tune with you. I got to hang out with friends, making it the most enjoyable music-making experience I’ve had.”
### Celebrating Home and Community
True to the spirit of country music, the title track celebrates the love of home and community. Johnston shares, “We penned this song on the back patio, letting the whole neighborhood join in on the fun. Thankfully, I’m close with the neighbors, and they even texted me while we were creating!”
He adds, “I wanted to capture that essence of being out in the countryside. I love dirt bikes, campfire gatherings with friends, and that unbeatable feeling of belonging.”
### Upcoming Tour Excitement
In conjunction with the album announcement, Johnston is eager to share dates for an Australian tour. Kicking off on August 31st at the Gympie Music Muster in Queensland, he will perform at various venues including Night at the Barracks in Sydney, and Night at the Parkland in Brisbane. The tour will extend through November, wrapping up in Adelaide, Darwin, and Canberra.
### Debut Album Success
Johnston’s debut, *Raised Like That*, achieved remarkable milestones. It was nominated for Best Country Album at the 2024 ARIA Awards, held the top spot on the ARIA Country Music Charts for 26 weeks, received platinum certification, and won two Golden Guitar Awards, racking up over 134 million streams to date.
*Where You’ll Find Me* is set to release on Friday, October 24th, via Warner Music Australia. Are you excited to hear the title track and witness his upcoming tour?