Dylan don’t miss.
Ever since breaking out in 2023 with his certified platinum debut single, “Coal,” it was clear that Dylan Gossett was one of the future stars of the alt. country scene. Existing in a similar folk-inspired space as Zach Bryan and Sam Barber, the Austin native has worn his influences on his sleeve. Being inspired by a wide range of artists, ranging from Turnpike Troubadours and Flatland Cavalry to The Eagles and Ed Sheeran, they all come through in subtle ways through his mix of country, folk and Americana stylings.
After scoring some major buzz in 2024 thanks to the continued success of his debut EP, No Better Time, being featured on the star-studded Twisters Soundtrack and receiving even more praise upon the release of second EP, Songs in the Gravel, Gossett put the country community on notice last year with the release of his long-awaited debut album, Westward, in July, which quickly flew up the rankings of mine and many other alternative country fans’ Top Albums of 2025 lists.
It’s safe to say that Gossett is quickly becoming one of the biggest stars in the country-folk scene in 2026, and it’s clear that he’s showing no signs of slowing down. In addition to scoring an opening spot on George Strait’s second night at Jones AT&T Stadium in Lubbock, Texas, along with Zach Top, the “Beneath Oak Trees” singer was also booked to open shows for Mumford & Sons on their Prizefighter Tour with Sierra Ferrell, Marcus King and others.
After teasing a plethora of songs throughout the year, Gossett would return in April with the stellar track about his journey into fatherhood, “My Boy,” and follow that up in June with another single, “Honeysuckle.” Given the amount of music he’s had lined up, it felt like only a matter of time until he pulled the trigger on his highly-anticipated sophomore album.
That day finally came at the beginning of the month when Gossett officially announced that his sophomore album, Ramblin’, would be released on Friday, September 25th.
In the Instagram post announcing the record, the Texas native would note that the project “feels like home to him,” expressing how excited he is for fans to hear it next month:
“My new album ‘Ramblin’’ is coming September 25th. This one feels like home to me. So excited for y’all to hear it.”
Just three weeks later, he’s back with yet another track to preview the upcoming album, “Clothesline,” which was announced on Tuesday.
Feeling reminiscent of some early Zach Bryan, his American Heartbreak era in particular, Gossett delivers yet another winner here on “Clothesline.” Much in the vein of other artists in the scene, such as Bryan and Flatland Cavalry, the Austin native has such a knack for delivering tracks that are incredibly easy on the ears that simply beg you to roll the windows down and find yourself lost in the music.
Here, Gossett takes a unique look at a failing relationship. Building the entire chorus around the titular clothesline and some clever wordplay, he laments that his former lover is simply going to hang him out to dry and leave him. The simple yet effective wordplay is underscored by some incredibly pleasant, driving percussion and some slick electric guitar riffs, which give the track a sense of movement throughout.
“I know you’re just gonna hang me out to dry
So close to bein’ left on that clothesline
Oh second guessing’s always left in this old heart of mine
Baby I know
You’re just gonna hang me out
Hang me out to dry”
Given the fact that Gossett is one of the most talented songwriters coming out of today’s ever-growing country/folk scene, it’s safe to say we’re in for a treat when Ramblin’ releases on September 25th.
“Clothesline”
Ramblin’ Tracklist
- “Loving You Like That”
- “Clothesline”
- “Headed Back To Austin”
- “Love and Such”
- “The Old Me”
- “Ramblin’”
- “Honeysuckle”
- “Head In The Clouds”
- “Running From The Sun”
- “Snow Melt”
- “Just Fine
- “All Mine”
Dylan Gossett Tour Dates
Aug 28 – Lubbock, TX – Cook’s Garage ^
Aug 29 – New Braunfels, TX – Whitewater Amphitheater ^
Sept 2 – Salt Lake City, UT – Maverik Center ~
Sept 4 – Stateline, NV – Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at Harvey’s ~
Sept 11 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center ~
Sept 12 – Ontario, CA – Toyota Arena ~
Sept 16 – San Diego, CA – Pechanga Arena San Diego ~
Sept 17 – Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena ~
Sept 23 – Baton Rouge, LA – Texas Club *RESCHEDULED DATE
Sept 26 – Nashville, TN – The Pinnacle ^
Sept 29 – New York, NY – The Rooftop at Pier 17 ^
Oct 1 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater ^
Oct 2 – Asheville, NC – Hellbender ^
Oct 3 – Louisville, KY – Old Forester’s Paristown Hall *RESCHEDULED DATE
Oct 16 – College Station, TX – Farmer’s Fest
Oct 24 – Waco, TX – Silobration
Oct 27 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed
Oct 30 – Pittsburgh, PA – Citizens Live at The Wylie ^
Nov 6 – Robinsonville, MS – Bluesville at Horseshoe Tunica
Nov 20-22 – St. Petersburg, FL – St. Pete Country Fest
Nov 21 – Apopka, FL – Apopka Amphitheater *
Dec 3 – Perth, AUS – ICF Outdoor
Dec 5 – Brisbane, AUS – Fortitude Music Hall
Dec 6 – Sydney, AUS – Sydney Opera House Forecourt
Dec 8 – Melbourne, AUS – Festival Hall
Dec 11 – Auckland, NZ – Town Hall
Dec 12 – North Canterbury, NZ – Waipara Winehouse
2027
Feb 15 – Utrecht, NL – TivoliVredenburg +
Feb 16 – Brussels, BE – La Madeleine +
Feb 18 – London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton +
Feb 19 – Manchester, UK – O2 Victoria Warehouse +
Feb 21 – Birmingham, UK – O2 Academy Birmingham +
Feb 23 – Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy Glasgow +
Feb 24 – Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy Glasgow +
Feb 27 – Dublin, IE – 3Arena +
^ with Charles Wesley Godwin
~ with The Red Clay Strays
* with Buffalo Traffic Jam and The Jack Wharff Band
+ with Noah Rinker
