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Adam Doleac: ‘Barstool Whiskey Wonderland’ – Debut Album Review

Adam Doleac’s debut album, Barstool Whiskey Wonderland is out now, September 30th on all streaming platforms. Take a listen and read our full review below.

With hits like “Whiskey’s Fine,” “Famous,” and “Coulda Loved You Longer,” it’s almost hard to believe that Barstool Whiskey Wonderland is Adam Doleac’s debut album. Yet, the singer-songwriter’s eighteen-track collection with Arista Nashville/Sony Music Nashville is his first full-length offering.

For the Mississippi native who’s been in Nashville for almost a decade, the album marks the culmination of his lifelong dream. Having co-written all but one of the album’s tracks, Doleac is ready to fully make his mark on the genre. “It feels long overdue, and it’s the first time people can really see the whole me,” the singer-songwriter reveals. “An album is a cool thing. It allows you to tell a little bit more of your story, as opposed to just people knowing a song and not knowing you.

Inspired by the likes of John Mayer, Gavin Degraw, and Amos Lee, there’s an emotional singer-songwriter-meets-country-troubadour that lies within Barstool Whiskey Wonderland. It’s a unique blend that Doleac hopes to establish him as way more than just a flash-in-the-pan artist. “I love things that are timeless and stuff that sticks around,” he says in a statement. “I’m not chasing whatever the newest trend is gonna be for the next six months. And I love that comment when people come over and say ‘I don’t like country, but I love your stuff.’”

Throughout Barstool Whiskey Wonderland, the singer-songwriter flexes his vocal cords, full of soul and grit as he weaves through sad songs and party anthems. Nowhere is this more apparent than on the album’s lush title track, which finds him wondering about a lost love and dealing with the “what-ifs?” of a failed relationship.

Likewise, the album’s opening track, “Don’t It Sound Alright” immediately sets the tone for who Doleac is as an artist. With a soulful and rich tone that’s a unique mix of Gary LeVox meets Gavin DeGraw, his voice immediately draws listeners into his world. “Take me down where the boat meets the water // Where the sun sinks down on a line and a bobber,” He drawls over crooning guitars. “Sitting in a truck bed, sipping red wine // Don’t it sound, don’t it sound alright, yeah.”

Over the album’s eighteen tracks, Doleac tackles everything from drinking and party anthems to love lost and love found. He shines on the romantic tracks, including ‘Til Dawn Do Us Part,” “Fast Asleep,” “Another,” and “Girl in Love.” While he celebrates the fact that “there ain’t nothing like a girl in love” on the latter, “Another” is one of the album’s most moving standouts. During the pandemic, Doleac spent a lot of time with his now fiance, which is reflected on this wedding-song-ready track.

“Every smile, every kiss, every second that I get // Every little look you give me like that // Every night, every day, every memory that we make // Baby, you ain’t even gotta ask // I’ll always want another dance // Another chance to hold your hand // Yeah, from the second that we fell into each other // Knew I was never gonna ever wanna // Never ever gonna want another // Knew I was never ever gonna wanna // Never ever gonna wanna // Another smile, sleepy eyes, waking up right next to me // A million more just like last night // You and me on repeat”

One of the album’s immediate standouts is “Where Country Music Comes From,” a slow-burning countrified ballad about the inspirations behind our favorite country songs. “I think I know what King George was singing ‘bout,” He muses. “Guys like me, girls like you // That’s where country music comes from // Stars like that, nights like these // Turning real life into love songs // That’s where country music comes from.”

The sole song not co-written by Doleac is “Fake Love,” a dreamy duet with Danielle Bradbery penned by HARDY, Ryan Hurd, Maren Morris, and Jordan Schmidt. On the destined-to-be-a-wedding song track, the pair trade verses about a love that’s anything from fake. 

“This ain’t that, that ain’t us // We got truth, we got trust // You know that it’s the real thing // When it wraps its arms around you,” they sing. “I’ve been there, down that road // Trying to feel something I don’t // But it’s been fading in the rearview since the moment that I found you // Now I get it, you can make it // You can fall in it // But you can’t just // Fake love”

While Doleac can slow things down with the best of them, it’s not all ballads on his debut. “Drinkin’ It Wrong” is a fun how-to manual for a good time, while “Close That Tab” is an uber-clever lyrical break-up song. “That’s a breakup-with-your-shitty boyfriend song,” Doleac says with a laugh. “I think a lot of people date the wrong person. And when they do, they do it for like six months too long!” Here, he asks “Why you wanna spend another happy hour sad?,” reminding a girl that her current beau is nothing more than “a watered down vodka soda.”

On “Holy Jeans,” he sings an ode to a pair of ripped jeans he can’t help but admire, while “Hey Drink,” offers another clever lyric, wondering if a drink could have an effect on his ex like it does him. “Why can’t you make her miss me // The way that I miss her?” He asks. “Why can’t you make her wanna // Show up at my front door // Make her think what she had is all she needs // Hey drink, why can’t you work on her // The way you work on me?”

“Neon Fools” and “What Kinda Night” are other songs that show Doleac’s fun side, with the latter finding him wondering where a night will take him.

“Do you wanna get way gone or tipsy // A glass of wine or a shot of whiskey // Call your friends, tell ‘em all we’re busy // What kinda night, what kinda night // Which way do ya wanna take it // How far do you wanna go, yeah // How late do you wanna make it // Girl, I gotta know // Are you a night to remember // Night to forget // Best night of my life that hadn’t happened yet”

“I spend a lot of time wondering if I’m doing life right, and think others do that, too,” Doleac explains in a statement. “That’s kind of what this whole era leading up to this record has been like, just trying to figure it out. But now I know. What I want people to hear is the first full idea of what Adam Doleac sounds like. I want people to hear it and think ‘That’s the sound, that’s him.’”

For Adam Doleac, Barstool Whiskey Wonderland may be his debut album, but it’s a solid body of work that is sure to establish him as one of country music’s most consistent and talented singer-songwriters.

Adam Doleac – Barstool Whiskey Wonderland Track List:

  1. Don’t It Sound Alright (Adam Doleac/Josh Jenkins/Chris La Corte)
  2. Where Country Music Comes From (Adam Doleac/Eric Arjes/Chris Gelbuda)
  3. Barstool Whiskey Wonderland (Adam Doleac/Lindsay Rimes/Jonathan Singleton)
  4. Drinkin’ It Wrong (Adam Doleac/Cary Barlowe/Jordan)
  5. Close That Tab (Adam Doleac/Zach Abend/Derrick Southerland)
  6. Til Dawn Do Us Part (Adam Doleac/Rian Ball/Ben Caver)
  7. Fake Love feat. Danielle Bradbery (HARDY/Ryan Hurd/Maren Morris/Jordan Schmidt)
  8. Fast Asleep (Adam Doleac/Jon Nite/Jordan Schmidt)
  9. Another (Adam Doleac/Kyle Jacobs/Trannie Anderson)
  10. Girl in Love (Adam Doleac/Jared Keim/Derrick Southerland)
  11. Hey Drink (Adam Doleac/Paul DiGiovanni/John Pierce)
  12. Way Over You (Adam Doleac/Michael Carlisle/Frank Legeay)
  13. Holy Jeans (Adam Doleac/Ben Simonetti/Fred Wilhelm)
  14. Somewhere Cool with You (Adam Doleac/Josh Jenkins/Matt Jenkins/Jared Keim
  15. What Kinda Night (Adam Doleac/Chris DeStefano/Josh Osborne)
  16. Coulda Loved You Longer (Adam Doleac/Casey Brown/Jesse Lee Levin)
  17. Neon Fools (Adam Doleac/Thomas Finchum/Andy Skib)
  18. Famous (Adam Doleac/Bobby Hamrick/Andy Skib)

Country Swag Picks:

  1. Barstool Whiskey Wonderland
  2. Close That Tab
  3. Where Country Music Comes From
  4. What Kinda Night
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Adam Doleac’s debut album, ‘Barstool Whiskey Wonderland’ is out now.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Adam Doleac releases.

For more information and tour dates, visit Adam Doleac’s official website.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Barstool Whiskey Wonderland is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Adam Doleac Shares New Song “Close That Tab”

Adam Doleac’s new song, “Close That Tab,” is out now, August 19th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.

After entertaining fans at our Country Night Pop Up at The Rockaway last month, Adam Doleac  is releasing more new music. Doleac finally released his sought after song that fans refer to as ‘the watered down vodka soda song.’ The brand new song “Close That Tab” is officially here.

The fun and flirty new single is all about ending a crappy relationship for a potential new one. Doleac has a knack for crafting clever lyrics. He share this view of a relationship and encourages the girl to move on. It is the ultimate motivation to end the bad relationship that you are in.

“You better close that tab, close that tab // He ain’t pouring nothing but a heartache in your glass // Shut it down, send it back // Why you wanna spend another happy hour sad // Everybody and your momma told ya // He’s a watered-down vodka soda // So, sign that line, drop his ass // Yeah baby close that tab // And start one with me // Yeah, that’s right // Aw, yeah”

If you have not jumped on the Doleac train yet, what are you waiting for?! Every song he shares is perfectly primed for success. “Close That Tab” is another exciting look at the singer-songwriter’s upcoming project.

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Adam Doleac releases his brand new song “Close That Tab,” out now.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Adam Doleac releases.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Close That Tab” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Country Swag Presents: Country Night Pop-Up Show with ADAM DOLEAC

Country Swag Presents: Country Night Pop-Up Show with ADAM DOLEAC!

Celebrate summer by joining us in welcoming ADAM DOLEAC to Rockaway Beach! 

Thursday, July 28, 7PM
The Rockaway Hotel
108-10 Rockaway Beach Dr, Queens, NY 11694

Enjoy a live full band show + music before and after from DJ Big Country!

Doors: 7pm
ADAM DOLEAC: 8pm
DJ Big Country: Before & After set

 

Tickets are on sale NOW!
$30 Advance | $40 Day of Show

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

 

*Rain or shine*

18+ to Enter // 21+ to Drink

For all other questions, media requests or inquiries,
please email: [email protected]

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Adam Doleac Drops Brand New Song and Reveals Debut Album

Adam Doleac released a brand new song, “Girl In Love,” along with the announcement of his debut album, Barstool Whiskey Wonderland. Listen to the brand new track and learn more about the album below.

One of our favorites, Adam Doleac has exciting news for fans. His debut album, Barstool Whiskey Wonderland is slated for release on September 30th. The project is a long time coming for the singer-songwriter. To celebrate the announcement, Doleac shared a brand new song, “Girl In Love,” out today.

Written by the singer with Jared Keim and Derrick Southerland, the new track has Doleac’s signature romantic charm. Fans have already fallen in love with the song on social media. Doleac’s voice shines, as he sings heartfelt, swoon-worthy lyrics throughout the entirety of the song.

“You’re never gonna have to wonder what she’s thinking‘ // Cause she can tell you everything with those eyes // To be so complicated, it’s pretty easy // To know when you’re doing it right // ‘Cause she’s gonna fall like the rain on a Sunday // She’s gonna melt just like sugar in your hands // She’s gonna close her eyes and kiss you like a shot of whiskey does // No, there ain’t nothing like a girl in love”

In his young career, Doleac has solidified his sound. He is known for his enticing, romantic songs. It will be exciting to see how this is evident on his debut album, coming soon.

New York country fans can catch Doleac at our Country Night event on Thursday, July 28th at The Rockaway Hotel in Queens, NY. Get tickets and all the info here.

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Adam Doleac releases new song “Girl In Love,” ahead of debut album, ‘Bartstool Whiskey Wonderland.’

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Adam Doleac releases.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Girl In Love” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Adam Doleac Releases New Song “Drinkin’ It Wrong”

Adam Doleac’s new song, “Drinkin’ It Wrong” is out now, January 28th, on all streaming platforms. Learn more about the track below.

Adam Doleac has a brand new song titled “Drinkin’ It Wrong”. Like most drinking songs, it has a fun, upbeat message. “Drinkin It Wrong” focuses on all the ways you should be consuming your beverage: fast, carefree, and with a little buzz.

“If you’re slow, slow sippin’ // If your cup ain’t tippin’ // If that buzz ain’t kickin’ // Yeah, you’re drinkin’ // But you’re drinkin’ it wrong”

We at Country Swag have been big fans of Doleac from the beginning and whether he puts out a love song or a song about drinking, we always seem to be immediately hooked. In a world that can be dark and scary, “Drinkin’ It Wrong” takes you to a fun, stress-free place where work and other worries can be put on the backburner.

“If you got work on your mind // If your worries ain’t gone // If it ain’t hitting you right // Well, you’re drinkin’ it wrong // If that bottle ain’t cold // You been holding it too long // I don’t know what you’ve been told // But you’re drinkin’ it wrong”

This is the perfect follow-up to Doleac’s  “Somewhere Cool With You” and “Key to the City.”

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Adam Doleac’s new song “Drinkin’ It Wrong” is out now.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news and announcements about future Adam Doleac releases.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Drinkin’ It Wrong” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Adam Doleac Drops New Track “Somewhere Cool With You”

Adam Doleac’s new song, “Somewhere Cool With You” is out now, September 3rd, on all streaming platforms.  Take a look below as we dig into the track.

Adam Doleac is one of those artists who constantly blow us away with his releases. Both Doleac and his music are always smooth and perfectly put together. Today, the singer-songwriter drops his new track “Somewhere Cool With You.”

Doleac consistently releases new songs that feel fresh, romantic, and fun at the same time. “Somewhere Cool With You” fits the bill. The new tune features a budding romance on full display. Doleac’s creamy vocals take centerstage as he sings about wanting to go anywhere with his love.

“Somewhere cool with you // See a different side of the same full moon // Lose a little sleep in a hotel room // Living in and out of a suitcase // I’ll take palm trees, I’ll take Paris // Let’s make all our friends jealous // Anyway I don’t care, as long as you’re right there, baby it’s cool with me // Somewhere cool with you”

“Somewhere Cool With You” comes on the heels of his song “Key to The City,” which was released back in June. The new song feels current and dreamy. We hope this is the start of a full-length project for Doleac.

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Adam Doleac’s new song “Somewhere Cool With You” is out now.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news and announcements about future Adam Doleac releases.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Somewhere Cool With You” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Adam Doleac Drops New Fun-Loving Song “Key to the City”

Adam Doleac’s new song, “Key to the City” is available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

We have been big fans of Adam Doleac, since the very beginning when the singer-songwriter joined us for a live session back in 2017. He continues to get better and better with each new release. The hitmaker released “Coulda Loved You Longer” earlier this year, and is continuing to release more new music. Today, the singer dropped his latest jam, “Key to the City.”

Doleac is an artist that has a sound and a vibe that is all his own. “Key to the City” begins with what feels like a full band production. It is enticing from the get-go. The brand new song is fun-loving, smooth, and super modern. Doleac croons about living it up with his person in a city that is all theirs.

“They’ll talk about us for years // We’ll change the whole atmosphere // Ain’t no stopping us now // Ain’t no slowing us down // This is our town / Our time, light it up // and watch it burn // We got the key to the city // We got the world in the palm of our hands // This is our moment // This is our time // This is our chance”

Like his other songs, “Key to the City” feels like a movie. You can instantly picture what it would look like to run around a new place with someone you love. It feels freeing, alluring, and special all wrapped up together. Doleac captioned his social media post about the song with “hype song of the summer,” and that about sums it up!

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Adam Doleac’s new song, “Key To the City”, is available now, June 11th

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about upcoming Adam Doleac announcements and releases.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Key to the City” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Adam Doleac Releases New Song “Coulda Loved You Longer”

Adam Doleac just released a brand new song “Coulda Loved You Longer” available now, April 23rd, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

We have been big fans of Adam Doleac, since the very beginning when the singer-songwriter joined us for a live session back in 2017. He continues to get better and better with each new release. The hitmaker released “Another” back in September, and is finally releasing new music again. Today, the singer dropped his next song, “Coulda Loved You Longer.”

Doleac is an artist that is instantly recognizable the moment you hear him sing. “Coulda Loved You Longer” fits right in with his catalog of music. The brand new love song is delightfully charming and mesmerizing at the same time. It transports you into a movie scene, where all you feel is loved and adored. Doleac croons about wishing he had met his love sooner, all so they could experience love together even longer. How romantic is that?

“Wish I’d met ya sooner // So I coulda loved you longer // Wish I’d spent it all // Instead of wasting all that time // All of our favorite memories // Go back a little bit father // Wish I’d met you sooner //  So I coulda loved you // So I coulda loved you longer”

Adam Doleac's "Coulda Loved You Longer" is available now, April 23rd

Adam Doleac’s “Coulda Loved You Longer” is available now, April 23rd

Despite the fact that the lyrical content is about love, a typical topic in country music to write about, Doleac finds a way to put his own spin on everything he does. The song feels fresh and innovative, without feeling too new. It’s clear that he has figured out the right formula for his music, and we cannot wait to see what he shares for country music lovers next!

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Adam Doleac releases.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Coulda Loved You Longer” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Adam Doleac Treats Fans to “Another” Brand New Song

Adam Doleac surprised fans with a new song, “Another”, available on all streaming platforms now.

After just releasing “Meet Me in the City,” last week, Adam Doleac is keeping the momentum going with an additional brand new track. Today, the singer introduced us to another vibe and side of his music with a new single entitled “Another.”

Both songs definitely feel like they are apart of the same project. While “Meet Me in the City” is more adventurous and up-tempo, “Another,” is a slow-groove that feels wistful and nostalgic at the same time. Although a love song, the new track isn’t outwardly lovey-dovey, it really takes some time to truly grasp the beautiful lyrics Doleac is conveying through his vocals.

“Losing all track of time / Everything you do just makes me want some more of you / Every smile, every kiss, every second that I get, every little look you give me like that / Every night, every day, every memory that we make, baby you ain’t even gotta ask / I’ll always want another dance / Another chance to hold your hand”

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This song definitely has first dance appeal to all the brides out there. The singer-songwriter’s vocals shine, as he expresses his desire for only one person and no other. It is a beautiful sentiment that will be appreciated by any country music lover. Doleac has been one of our favorite artists since we featured him in our very first LIVE Swag Session back in 2017, and “Another” is just another song that fans will love.

To keep up with Doleac, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Another” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Adam Doleac Releases New Song “Meet Me in the City”

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Adam Doleac has been one of our favorite artists since we featured him in our very first LIVE Swag Session back in 2017. His charm, charisma, and songwriting-skills are one of a kind, which is something we appreciate about his talent. With a hit song already under his belt, Doleac releases another track that fits his vibe entitled “Meet Me in the City.”

The new jam is exactly what we have come to love from the rising artist. The singer-songwriter manages to always release songs that are appealing, sultry, and ones that have substance and content. “Meet Me in the City” is a flirty song about the potential for love and adventure with another person. It is whimsical and romantic while being heavily rooted with a steady drum production.

“Let’s do anything we ain’t ever done yet / Baby, I’ll give you a night that you’ll never forget / Meet me in the city where the sun don’t set / ‘Cause I can’t sleep when I dream about you / Wanna be the trouble that you get into”

On his Instagram, Doleac expresses his appreciation for writing the track with Sarah Buxton and Andy Skib, adding “This song is an adventure from start to finish. It is a windows-down, sun-racing, night-chasing kind of feeling.” We have to agree! Additionally, Buxton lent her vocals to the track too, giving it an even dreamier and more romantic feel.

It will be interesting to see what Doleac has up his sleeve next. We are hopeful for a full length-project.

To keep up with Adam Doleac, follow him on InstagramFacebook, and Twitter.

“Meet Me In The City” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

 

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The Hero Collection by NYCountry Swag is inspired by the men and women of the Fire, Police, and Military Departments across the country. A portion of sales from each purchase is donated to different foundations that support our heroes. We are dedicated to honoring their service and remembering their sacrifice.

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