Neo-traditional country trio The Castellows surprised fans Friday with the release of a new track, “Broke,” from their forthcoming EP, Homecoming. The song, written by the three sisters—Ellie, Powell, and Lily Balkcom—alongside Erik Dylan, draws deeply from classic country roots, telling a story from the perspective of a coal miner’s wife.
“’Broke’ was one of the first songs we wrote in town, so we’d been wanting to cut it for a really long time,” The Castellows shared. “There are a lot of great songs about coal miners that are out there, and we kinda wanted to have our own. We created this story, and like any story, you connect with the emotions of the people in the song. ‘Broke’ shows the artistic side of writing and storytelling through song. We’ve always loved songs that tell a story and lyrics that help you picture it in your head.”
Listen to “Broke”
Homecoming EP Arrives May 30
While performing at their Stagecoach debut last month, The Castellows announced their upcoming seven-track EP, Homecoming, due out May 30. The project is deeply personal, capturing the trio’s emotions and growth over the past year through vivid storytelling, rich harmonies, and their signature neo-traditional country style.
The Castellows hope Homecoming not only introduces listeners to who they are as a band but also encourages fans to reflect on their own stories.
Homecoming EP Track Listing:
- Old Way – Ellie Balkcom, Powell Balkcom, Casey Beathard, and Jimi Bell
- Sheltered – Eleanor Balkcom, Lily Balkcom, Powell Balkcom, and Daniel Tashian
- You Don’t Even Know Who I Am – Gretchen Peters
- Place They Call Home (Feat. Flatland Cavalry) – Ellie Balkcom, Lily Balkcom, Powell Balkcom, Cleto Cordero
- Freeway – Ellie Balkcom, Powell Balkcom, Lily Balkcom, and Matt Jenkins
- Broke – Ellie Balkcom, Powell Balkcom, Lily Balkcom, Erik Dylan
- Homecoming – Ellie Balkcom, Powell Balkcom, Lily Balkcom, Colby Acuff
The Castellows Announce The Homecoming Tour
In support of their new music, The Castellows will hit the road this summer with Thomas Rhett on his Better in Boots Tour. Then this fall, they’ll launch their own headlining Homecoming Tour, kicking off September 13 in Austin, Texas, and visiting 15 cities across the country, with more dates expected soon.
The Homecoming Tour Dates:
- SEP 13 — Austin, TX — Antone’s
- OCT 2 — Raleigh, NC — Lincoln Theatre
- OCT 3 — Charlotte, NC — Amos’ Southend
- OCT 10 — Athens, GA — Georgia Theatre
- OCT 17 — Lincoln, NE — Bourbon Theatre
- OCT 18 — Kansas City, MO — PBR Big Sky Bar
- OCT 24 — Asheville, NC — Grey Eagle
- OCT 30 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl
- NOV 7 — College Station, TX — Stage 12 @ Brookshire Brothers
- NOV 8 — The Woodlands, TX — Dosey Doe
- NOV 13 — Allentown, PA — Arrow @ Archer Music Hall
- NOV 14 — New York, NY — Mercury Lounge
- NOV 20 — Minneapolis, MN — Fine Line
- NOV 21 — Milwaukee, WI — The Rave II
- NOV 22 — Chicago, IL — Joe’s on Weed
About The Castellows
Hailing from Georgetown, Georgia, and now based in Nashville, The Castellows are a neo-traditional country trio composed of sisters Ellie (lead guitar), Powell (banjo), and Lily (vocals). Known for their unmatched three-part harmonies and compelling songwriting, the trio has quickly emerged as one of country music’s most exciting rising acts.
Their sound blends traditional roots with a modern flair, first showcased in their debut EP A Little Goes A Long Way (Feb 2024) and followed by Alabama Stone (Dec 2024), featuring the track “Girl That Boy,” described by Billboard as “exquisitely melancholy” and “practically demands a second listen.”
Since signing with Warner Music Nashville and Warner Records in 2023, The Castellows have appeared on numerous 2024 and 2025 watchlists, including:
- CMT Next Women of Country
- Country Evolution Artists to Watch
- CMT Listen Up
- Nashville Lifestyles’ Ones to Watch
- Amazon Music’s 2025 One to Watch
They’ve earned a CMT Music Awards nomination for Digital-First Performance of the Year and were named a SiriusXM Highway Find. Media coverage has included features in Modern Luxury Nashville, JEZEBEL Magazine, and Magnolia & Moonshine. This summer, they’ll join Thomas Rhett at Fenway Park in Boston on July 19, 2025 as part of his Better In Boots Tour.
