Big Loud Records’ rising country star Ashley Cooke has made an exciting announcement for her fans. The highly anticipated debut album, shot in the dark, is set to release on Friday, July 21. In a surprise moment at the Grand Ole Opry, Cooke unveiled the album and treated fans to a live performance of the closing track, “state I’m in.” The new chapter in Cooke’s musical journey will kick off on Friday, June 23, with the release of three tracks: “tastes like,” “shot in the dark,” and “mean girl” featuring Colbie Caillat.
Reflecting on her incredible journey, Cooke shared, “The last year of my life has been crazy and wonderful in so many ways, but I think the next year might be even better.” She expressed gratitude for the amazing opportunities she has experienced, including her Opry debut, signing deals, touring with her heroes, and embracing the moments in between. The album represents all of these moments and the magic that can unfold when taking risks in life and love. Cooke expressed her excitement for the debut album announcement at the Grand Ole Opry, a place that holds a special significance for her.
shot in the dark features collaborations with some of country music’s hottest names, including Colbie Caillat, Nate Smith, Jackson Dean, and Brett Young. With a total of 24 carefully crafted tracks, the album will be one of the longest debut albums by a female country artist to date. Cooke’s songs unfold like pages ripped from her personal journal, sharing stories of love, heartbreak, and everything in between. Her unique blend of sun-kissed pop country invites listeners to join her fearless pursuit of dreams, creating her own path, and embracing life’s roller coaster.
Fans can pre-save/pre-add “shot in the dark” ahead of its release. Since her debut in late 2020, Cooke has made a significant impact with hits like “never til now,” which garnered over 200 million global streams. Her irresistible melodies and distinct country sound have caught the attention of Spotify, who named her a Hot Country Artist to Watch in 2022. Cooke has also been recognized in prestigious programs such as Opry’s NextStage, CMT’s Next Women of Country, and YouTube’s Foundry Program.
As Cooke continues to make her mark in the country music scene, she has already had an eventful year. She kicked off 2023 with her first overseas performance at C2C and joined tours with Cole Swindell, Jordan Davis, and Brett Young. The excitement continues as she prepares to join Luke Bryan’s Country On Tour this fall, solidifying her position as a force to be reckoned with.
Don’t miss out on the upcoming release of shot in the dark and embark on a musical journey with Ashley Cooke. Pre-save/pre-add the album now and get ready to experience her heartfelt lyrics, captivating melodies, and raw relatability that define her unique brand of country music.
Stay updated with the latest news by visiting ashleycooke.com and following Cooke on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok (@theashleycooke).
shot in the dark Track List
- “tastes like” (Ashley Cooke, Jordan Minton, Emily Weisband, Corey Crowder)
- “it’s been a year” (Ashley Cooke, Will Weatherly, Brett Tyler)
- “see you around” (feat. Nate Smith) (Ashley Cooke, Brett Tyler, Will Bundy)
- “shot in the dark” (Ashley Cooke, Jordan Minton, Emily Weisband, Corey Crowder)
- “moving on with grace” (Ashley Cooke, Rocky Block, Jake Mitchell)
- “getting into” (Ashley Cooke, Emily Weisband, Will Weatherly)
- “enough to leave” (Ashley Cooke, Matt Roy, Lauren Weintraub)
- “i almost do” (Ashley Cooke, Trevor Rosen, Josh Osborne)
- “mean girl” (feat. Colbie Caillat) (Ashley Cooke, Colbie Caillat, Nicolle Galyon, Jimmy Robbins)
- “running back” (Ashley Cooke, Emily Weisband, Will Weatherly)
- “good thing going” (Ashley Cooke, Matt Dragstrem, Brett Tyler, Geoff Warburton)
- “next to you” (Ashley Cooke)
- “good to be back” (Ashley Cooke, Hunter Phelps, Jameson Rodgers, Alysa Vanderheym)
- “what are you on fire about” (feat. Jackson Dean) (Lainey Wilson, Jason Nix, Luke Dick)
- “say no more” (Devin Dawson, Donovan Woods, Travis Wood)
- “tryin’ to love you” (Ashley Cooke, Hillary Lindsey, Chase McGill, Jimmy Robbins)
- “back in the saddle” (Josh Kerr, Jordan Reynolds, Jordan Minton)
- “your place” (Ashley Cooke, Jordan Minton, Mark Trussell)
- “dirt on ’em” (Ashley Cooke, Jessi Alexander, Aysa Vanderheym)
- “build a bridge” (Sasha Sloan, Ryan Hurd, Geoff Warburton, Henry Agincourt Allen)
- “get you” (Ashley Cooke, Jacob Durrett, John Byron)
- “never til now” (feat. Brett Young) (Ashley Cooke, Matt Roy)
- “gonna get” (Ashley Cooke, Sasha Sloan, Blake Pendergrass, David Garcia)
- “state i’m in” (Ashley Cooke, Emily Weisband, Jordan Reynolds)
