New music from Channing Wilson is on the horizon. The Georgia native joined the Whiskey Riff Raff podcast to talk with us about why he shifted from a songwriter to an artist, how “Bro Country” was a dark time in Nashville, the influences that have helped to shape his music over the years, and not being a fan of the social media upkeep that most artists have to endure. Wilson actually went on to tell us that, in order to avoid social media, he agreed to do the new singing competition series called The Road. He discussed his experience as a part of the show, told us about how his Landman and Yellowstone connections helped him get on it, and shared that he’s got a new album on the way. If you consider yourself a fan of Wilson’s first record, Dead Man, then you’ll be excited to hear that his upcoming project is once again a collaboration with producer Dave Cobb. Channing says that Cobb is so good at what he does because he’s a genuine music fan, and tends to help the artists rather than directing them in a certain direction: “That first record I did with him was literally a dream come true to get to record with that caliber of band and everything. I’ve seen become friends with them all.” And funny enough, Wilson says that he’s recently revisited his debut album as he prepares to release his sophomore project. He said that he’s using his first go at an album as a road map for what to do and what not to do… and Wilson also added that every song that was featured in Dead Man was cathartic for him to get out into the world: “I was listening to that record not long ago because I just went in and made a new record. I was listening to that record not as a reference as much as a reminder of what to do and what not to do again. A lot of those songs were very therapeutic for me to get out. Those were the songs that came from my frustrating music career years.” So what can we expect from Channing Wilson’s next album? The country music singer and songwriter is very excited to get the new music in front of fans. He says that it’s the best music he’s ever recorded, and even though it’s still in the mixing process, Wilson can already tell its something really special: “This next record is different. I’m still mixing it. I recorded it three weeks ago with Dave again. I’m happy to say that… we recorded it here (in Nashville) at RCA, and mixed it in Savannah where he’s at. I’m really proud of it. I think it’s the best stuff that I’ve done. I’m really pumped.” @whiskeyriff @Carolina Country Music Fest @channingwilsonmusic #whiskeyriff #whiskeyriffraff ♬ original sound – Whiskey Riff Channing said that coming off the singing competition series The Road with momentum, and with a new appreciation for the fans, he felt like it was a great time to release a new record. Speaking of connecting with fans, the “Blues Comin’ On” singer also touched on his upcoming festival date at the Carolina Country Music Fest during our sit down. Some of the best artists in country music – including Riley Green, Tucker Wetmore, Flatland Cavalry and Post Malone – will be there in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina June 4 through June 7. It’s four days of great country music, right on the shores of Myrtle Beach. Make sure to get your tickets while you still can! Channing Wilson will be there, and you can hear more from the country singer by checking out the interview on YouTube or making sure to download the podcast on Apple Podcasts by searching “Whiskey Riff Raff” or by clicking here. We’re also available on Spotify and wherever else you can listen to podcasts. Cheers, y’all. Audio Video The post Channing Wilson Says There’s A New Album On The Way & It’s The “Best Stuff” He’s Ever Done first appeared on Whiskey Riff.