Brian Walton’s highly praised album “America” (also known as ‘Merica) was released in 2022 to widespread acclaim. It includes hit singles such as “Cowgirl Thang” and “Fly Higher,” which, along with other hits, boosted the album’s chart performance and helped propel the new tracks. The album features songs sung by guest artists, including JoAnne Leaton on “Strange Sensation” and Christal Whitlock on “Can Love You More.” It also introduces fans to Brian’s light-hearted side with songs like the trendy “The Karen (Can’t Understand Normal Thinking) Song” and “In My Little Town,” a humorous tribute to his beloved Challis, Idaho.
Produced at Musty Dungeon Studios in Challis, Idaho, and Capitol Studios in Hollywood, the album showcases Brian’s ability to play multiple instruments. In addition to drums, bass, and guitars, Brian wows with his knack for picking up any instrument and instantly mastering it, as in his lightning-fast fiddle solo on “In My Little Town” and his performances on traditional instruments like the banjo, accordion, and mandolin on “Fly Higher“. Brian played every instrument on every song on the album.
Long before Brian embarked on his career as a solo artist, he was a celebrated composer and writer in Hollywood, lending his talents to films such as “Arthur,” “Schindler’s List,” and “The Ninth Gate.” So, it is no wonder, then, that he wrote every song on the album. Many have since received numerous awards from the Songwriters Guild of America and the Society of Composers and Lyricists, with soundtrack versions of “Fly Higher” and “Cowgirl Thang” even working their way up the food chain into the laps of the Grammy committee.
For the past 25 years, Brian Walton has worked alongside veteran organizations to support veterans nationwide through the ‘Merica initiative. This year, in commemoration of America’s 250th birthday, he is doing the same, not just for veterans but for all Americans, through the expansion of the ‘Merica initiative to include the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association, and Habitat for Humanity.
Whether you listen to ‘Merica on your favorite streaming platform like Spotify or Pandora, buy the album on Amazon or Apple Music, or download the album or your favorite singles at a huge discount from our website, every cent goes toward helping a family member or neighbor near you.
Produced by Brian Walton ASE at Capitol Studios, Hollywood, for Musty Dungeon Studios, Challis, Idaho. All songs written and performed by Brian Walton with the exception of “Strange Sensation” featuring vocalist JoAnna Leaton and “Can Love You More” featuring vocalist Christal Whitlock. Distributed by Sony Entertainment.
Brian Walton appears courtesy of K&P Enterprises and Sony Entertainment. JoAnna Leaton and Christal Whitlock appear courtesy of Musty Dungeon Studios. © 1981-2026 WIBG LLC dba Musty Dungeon Studios.
