Brian Milson Music

Country's most enduring artists have always balanced a strong sense of self with broad appeal, even – maybe especially – those from Texas. Odessa's own Brian Milson is no exception. Possessed of a supple baritone somewhere between Toby Keith and Chris Young, driven by a West Texas work ethic and recently aligned with several of Nashville's savviest star makers, Milson is nine years into the well-traveled path of the 10-year overnight success. His first public gig was at Rocky Larues in Lubbock. Strong response to his set as an opener shaped his aspirations, and the regional circuit he soon began playing taught him much. "You can't slack off, even if there are only two people there. Those two people could buy the shirts and CDs that get you to your next show. And they could end up being the kind of super-fans that keep your career going for years. You gotta bring it. Every night. Every song. No exceptions." That fierce spirit may be most reflective of his Texas home, but it is Nashville where he's taking his career to the next level. Recently signing a distribution deal with Sony RED, Milson is managed by rpm management (Tim McGraw) and produced by songwriter/producer Anthony Smith (Chris Young's "Tomorrow"). His sound – "traditional country with an edge" – is quickly winning converts, be they beer hall Texans or Music Row gatekeepers. "The approach is the same whether it's a handful of people seeing me in a bar or someone who runs a big radio station," Brian Milson sums. "Treat them well, give it all you've got and hope you get to see them again. When you do, be ready. And I will be. More than ready." New single, #IdHaveToKissYa, out now! http://spoti.fi/2vJgrZC