Rising country sensation Lanie Gardner proudly announces the release of her debut album, A Songwriter’s Diary, available now through BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. This highly anticipated 10-track collection, written entirely by Gardner, invites listeners on a deeply personal journey through her roots and creative beginnings. Featuring previously released tracks “Somewhere Nowhere in Carolina,” “Lord Knows” and “Mountains and Miller”, the album serves as both a heartfelt journal and a striking introduction to her musical identity.
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A Songwriter’s Diary offers a poignant look at Gardner’s evolution as an artist, emphasising the importance of her early work and the foundation of her artistry. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the album has gained new significance for Gardner, who witnessed the storm’s impact on her hometown of Burnsville, North Carolina. These songs tell her story, reflecting her upbringing, family, and experiences, capturing memories through the music written in Burnsville.
Gardner hopes to transport listeners to her Appalachian roots and various stages of her life. “I want to give y’all a glimpse of my world,” she shares. From childhood joys to the pains of first heartbreaks, the album provides a sonic journey through her past and present. She envisions it as a safe haven for listeners, saying, “In a spiritual and euphoric sense, I wanted this album to encompass the real magic of music and the journey it can take you on if you let it.”
In conjunction with the album’s release, Gardner premieres a powerful new music video for “Cry,” directed by Ryan Hood. The video weaves between her soulful performance and the emotional unraveling of her ex’s new relationship, exploring themes of heartbreak and a yearning for retribution. With lines like, “I hope she leaves you; I hope she breaks your heart like you broke mine,” Gardner’s rich, velvet tone conveys the lingering pain of unresolved love.
A Songwriter’s Diary Track List:
1. “Somewhere, Nowhere in Carolina”
2. “Lord Knows”
3. “One Day”
4. “Shadows”
5. “Cry”
6. “Lady In the Sky”
7. “Mountains and Miller”
8. “Cry Me a River”
9. “Letters to Home”
10. “Neon Notions”
Following the viral success of her cover of Fleetwood Mac’s “Dreams” which garnered over 55 million views, Gardner felt a strong urge to connect with fans through her original music. The album title is inspired by her popular Instagram series of the same name, marking where it all began. “By returning to my roots, I hope this project serves as a reminder for me as I continue my journey in this career,” Gardner expresses.