Since Irish singer-songwriter Janet Devlin emerged as a country sensation with Emotional Rodeo last year, fans have been eagerly awaiting more. From the breezy introspection of Red Flag, which explores the pull of recurring relationship patterns, to the anthemic and raw title track reflecting her journey with borderline personality disorder, the album was both an emotional triumph and a standout showcase of Americana spirit. And now, more music is officially on the way.
Months have passed since the release of Emotional Rodeo, during which Janet’s profile has only continued to rise. With spins on BBC Radio 2 and waves of critical acclaim, she’s firmly established herself as a rising country-rock force. After her appearance at the Country 2 Country Festival, Janet is set to perform two sets at The Long Road Festival on August 22nd and 23rd, sharing the bill with the likes of Drake Milligan, Midland, and James Bay. She’ll then headline the British Country Music Festival in Blackpool on August 31st, before returning to London for a headline show at Colours Hoxton on October 16th.
And now comes the news fans have been waiting for: fresh music is on the horizon. After a quiet spell with no hint of new material, Janet recently shared a photo of herself standing outside the legendary Abbey Road Studios, revealing that three new tracks have been mastered. Captioning the post with a tongue-in-cheek nod – “Insert that annoying thing artists do – where you can’t play it yet but also want people to be as excited as you are”– she stirred excitement without giving too much away.
Well, no worries there, Janet, we’re absolutely buzzing. And if Emotional Rodeo is anything to go by, what’s coming next will be worth the wait. With new songs on the horizon and a packed live schedule, Janet Devlin is gearing up for her most exciting chapter yet. Whether you’ve been following her from day one or you’re just discovering her now, this is one ride you won’t want to miss.