Kelsey Waldon has established herself as a country singer and songwriter with a career spanning multiple acclaimed albums and significant collaborations. After gaining significant recognition with her debut LP, ‘The Goldmine,’ in 2014, Kelsey Waldon cemented her status as a standout country singer and songwriter, earning a spot on Rolling Stone’s ’10 New Artists You Need To Know: Summer 2014′ list. Produced by Michael Rinne, ‘The Goldmine’ was lauded by The Fader as ‘the brightest country debut of 2014.’ Prior to this breakthrough, Waldon had independently released four EPs: ‘Dirty Feet, Dirty Hands’ (2007), ‘Anchor In The Valley’ (2010), ‘Anybody’s Darlin’ (2011), and ‘Fixin’ It Up’ (2012). Her sophomore album, ‘I’ve Got A Way,’ released in 2016, continued her critical ascent, featuring on two of NPR’s most acclaimed lists of the year, including Ken Tucker’s ‘Top 10 Favorite Albums of 2016’ alongside artists like Beyoncé and Miranda Lambert, and leading to her debut performance at the Grand Ole Opry that same year.
Looking ahead to 2025, Waldon is set to release her highly anticipated album, ‘Every Ghost,’ on June 20th, further building on her distinctive sound and narrative depth. Her consistent output of acclaimed work and significant industry partnerships underscore her enduring influence and marketable appeal within the country music landscape.