Do It Anyway is the third studio album by Canadian country music artist Jade Eagleson. It was produced by Todd Clark, Chris Bray, and Ben Miller, and was released via Starseed Records on September 27, 2023. The album includes the singles "Shakin' in Them Boots", "Rodeo Queen", and "Telluride".[1]
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| Released | September 29, 2023 | |||
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| Length | 41:15 | |||
| Label | Starseed | |||
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Background and content edit
Eagleson stated that "putting this album out is equal parts terrifying and unbelievably rewarding, because it’s a collection of songs that really share who I am at my core".[2] He remarked that it was a dream come true to have Musicians Hall of Fame inductees Paul Franklin and Brent Mason play on the album, and that all of the session players "really complemented the sound of this record".[3][4]
Eagleson chose to re-record a new version of his song "Still Gonna Be You" from his debut album, as well as a country music cover of the 2014 One Direction pop hit "Steal My Girl" for Do It Anyway.[5] The album's release was preceded by its two lead radio singles, and the promotional singles "Honky Talkin'" and "Neon Dreamin'".[6][7] Eagleson's longtime collaborator Todd Clark produced every track on the album except "Steal My Girl", which was produced by Eagleson's band members Chris Bray and Ben Miller.[8]
Critical reception edit
James Daykin of Entertainment Focus favourably reviewed the album, referring to it as a "harmonious blend of contemporary and timeless elements," adding that it "delves into life’s fundamental aspects: love, family, and personal development". He noted a similar feel to the music of Brooks and Dunn and Dierks Bentley, while opining that Eagleson has "an old soul and a glittering career ahead".[9] An uncredited review from All Country News stated that "from barn burners, tender moments to a reimagined One Direction cover, this album has something for every country fan". The review highlighted "A Lot in a Little Town" as a "career maker", while also noting that the album has a "balance between old school traditionalism with modern storylines".[10] Mary Claire Crabtree of Whiskey Riff fabourably reviewed Do It Anyway, calling it "a well-rounded album that you won’t want to skip through", while noting it "is filled with fiddle riffs, steel guitar, some light-hearted tracks, and also a few serious lyrics". She also stated that the album "shows that Eagleson is ready to hang with the big dogs of country music".[11]
Track listing edit
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Neon Dreamin'" |
| 3:27 |
| 2. | "Shakin' in Them Boots" |
| 2:49 |
| 3. | "Telluride" |
| 3:04 |
| 4. | "Still Gonna Be You (Jade's Version)" |
| 3:24 |
| 5. | "A Lot in a Little Town" |
| 2:58 |
| 6. | "Whiskey Around It" |
| 3:06 |
| 7. | "Do It Anyway" |
| 2:52 |
| 8. | "Rodeo Queen" |
| 3:02 |
| 9. | "Steal My Girl" |
| 3:48 |
| 10. | "Some Cowboy" |
| 2:47 |
| 11. | "Honky Talkin'" |
| 2:53 |
| 12. | "Coulda Fooled Me" |
| 3:20 |
| 13. | "That's What Love Looks Like" |
| 3:41 |
| Total length: | 41:15 | ||
Charts edit
Singles edit
| Year | Single | Peak positions |
Certifications | ||
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| CAN Country [12] |
CAN [13] | ||||
| 2022 | "Shakin' in Them Boots" | 2 | 94 |
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| 2023 | "Rodeo Queen" | 5 | — | ||
| 2024 | "Telluride" | 6 | — | ||
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart | |||||
Promotional singles edit
| Year | Single |
|---|---|
| 2023 | "Honky Talkin'"[15] |
| "Neon Dreamin'"[16] |
Release history edit
| Country | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various | September 29, 2023 | Digital download | Starseed Records | [17] |
| Streaming |
Awards and nominations edit
| Year | Association | Category | Nominated Work | Result | Ref. |
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| 2024 | Juno Awards | Country Album of the Year | Do It Anyway | Nominated | [18] |
References edit
- ^ Loggins, Caitlin (September 18, 2023). "Jade Eagleson Takes Home Hat Trick of Awards at 2023 CCMAs". Medium. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
- ^ Daykin, James (August 31, 2023). "Jade Eagleson announces his unapologetically Country album 'Do It Anyway". Entertainment Focus. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
- ^ "Jade Eagleson announces his unapologetically country album, Do It Anway". RFDTV. August 29, 2023. Retrieved August 30, 2023.
- ^ Loretangeli, Justin (October 7, 2023). "Jade Eagleson Boasts Traditional Country Pride on New Album, 'Do It Anyway'". Pro Country Music. Retrieved October 24, 2023.
- ^ Major, Michael (August 29, 2023). "Jade Eagleson Announces Country Album 'Do It Anyway'". Broadway World. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
- ^ Dagg, Nanci (May 19, 2023). "Jade Eagleson Shares New Single, "Honky Talkin'"". Canadian Beats Media. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
- ^ Dagg, Nanci (July 10, 2023). "Jade Eagleson Releases New Single, "Neon Dreamin'"". Canadian Beats Media. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
- ^ "Do It Anyway, Album by Jade Eagleson". Spotify. Starseed Records. September 29, 2023.
- ^ Daykin, James (September 28, 2023). "Jade Eagleson – 'Do It Anyway' album review". Entertainment Focus. Retrieved September 28, 2023.
- ^ "Jade Eagleson Stikes Gold In New Album "Do It Anyway"". All Country News. 29 September 2023. Retrieved September 29, 2023.
- ^ Crabtree, Mary Claire (September 29, 2023). "Jade Eagleson Leans Into His Honky Tonk Sound With New Album 'Do It Anyway'". Whiskey Riff.
- ^ References for Canada Country:
- "Shakin' in Them Boots": "Canada Country chart for December 17, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved December 13, 2022.
- "Rodeo Queen": "Canada Country chart for August 5, 2023". Billboard. Retrieved August 3, 2023.
- "Telluride": "Canada Country chart for May 4, 2024". Billboard. Retrieved April 30, 2024.
- ^ References for Canadian Hot 100:
- "Shakin' in Them Boots": "Canadian Hot 100: Week of October 15, 2022". Billboard. Retrieved October 11, 2022.
- ^ "Canadian single certifications – Jade Eagleson – Shakin' in Them Boots". Music Canada.
- ^ "Honky Talkin' – Single by Jade Eagleson". Spotify. Starseed Records. May 19, 2023. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
- ^ "Neon Dreamin' – Single by Jade Eagleson". Spotify. Starseed Records. July 7, 2023. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
- ^ "Do It Anyway - Album by Jade Eagleson". Apple Music. September 29, 2023. Retrieved September 29, 2023.
- ^ "Here are all the 2024 Juno nominees". CBC Music, February 6, 2024.