Cowboy-Turned-Country Star Highlights Simple Pleasures Of Texas Home In New Song, “Back In The Saddle”

Today (1.23), rising country star Austin Michael shares his new single "Back in the Saddle." Written by Austin and Anthony Gabuzzi, the song is yet another straight-ahead Country song from the former cattle-roper, earnestly celebrating the simple pleasures of his life in Texas with the perfect amount of 90's-inspired sound.

Listen to "Back in the Saddle" here

"Back in the Saddle" echoes the collective theme of Austin's upcoming album Lonestar, out March 6, 2026. Combining Austin's colorful storytelling with his distinctive, soulful voice, the 13-track album explores what it means to be a Lonestar, both a reflection of his adolescence in remote Van Alystyne, Texas, filled with memories of roping and riding, and an interpretation of his distinct individuality that separates him from other artists.

Today's single adds to the diverse preview tracks from Lonestar, including "Cowboys Don't Act Like That," a refreshing perspective on a cowboy's heartbreak, "Why Not Whiskey," a honky-tonk retelling of a broken relationship, "Back on a Barstool," a vulnerable look at the results of self-inflicted heartbreak, "Hard Earned Heartache," an admission of the fault played in messy breakup, and "Whiskey on a Wildfire," a disclosure on the thrills of new love.

Listen to "Cowboys Don't Act Like That" here

Listen to "Why Not Whiskey" here

Listen to "Back on a Barstool" here

Listen to "Hard Earned Heartache" here

Listen to "Whiskey on a Wildfire" Here

Austin is represented by L3 Entertainment (Justin Moore) and Shore Fire Media.

Lonestar Tracklist:

1. Back In The Saddle (Austin Michael, Anthony Gabuzzi)
2. Cowboys Don't Act Like That (Austin Michael, Philip Morgan, Chris August)
3. Lonestar (Austin Michael, Sergio Sanchez, Jon Kraft)
4. Why Not Whiskey (Austin Michael, Joe Clemmons, Shane Minor)
5. Movin' On (Austin Michael, Philip Morgan, Mark Chandler, Chris Sligh)
6. Slow Burn (Austin Michael, Cam Newby, Lynn Hutton)
7. Least Of My Worries (Austin Michael, Phil Morgan, Chris Sligh)
8. Barrel Racin' (Austin Michael, Philip Morgan, Kyle Schlienger)
9. Whiskey On A Wildfire (Austin Michael, Sergio Sanchez, John Kraft)
10. Texas Hold 'Em (Austin Michael, Sergio Sanchez, John Kraft)
11. Hard Earned Heartache (Austin Michael, Sergio Sanchez)
12. Back On A Barstool (Austin Michael, Heath Warren, Sam Martinez)
13. Hearts Break Too Easy (Austin Michael)