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SAMOAN COUNTRY SINGER TAULIA LAVE RELEASES HIGHLY ANTICIPATED DEBUT ALBUM ‘MODERN DAY COWBOY’

Nashville, TN – October 4, 2024 – Taulia Lave aka ‘Big T’ releases his highly anticipated debut album "Modern Day Cowboy". The album is an inspired tribute to his father, who’s passing inspired Taulia’s journey into music just five years ago.

As part of the recording process, Taulia rented a historic home in the Waverly district of Nashville, and brought a dozen of his family members from Hawai’i so they could be included in the album’s creation. 

Picture this: twelve Samoans in a Nashville studio, cheering on Taulia as he honors his father through his music. It’s a warm, joyful, and raucous affair - and you can feel that energy in every track on this album.

Taulia recorded the album at Station West Studios in Nashville, a place known for recording hits with the likes of Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, and Dustin Lynch. Producer Austin Stanley assembled an impressive group of veteran Nashville session players, including James Mitchell, Scotty Sanders, Tim Galloway, Mike Rojas, Brent Rader, and Jacob Filer. Studio owner Luke Wooten was so taken by the project that he decided to lend his expertise as the Mastering Engineer.

Songs released from the album include the Band Of Heathens classic “Hurricane” (released Jun 21, 2024) which is known for breaking the usual country music molds.; Taulia’s version adds another layer to the song’s rich legacy and is already a crowd favorite at his shows. 

‘Me & You’ (released July 26, 2024) is a velvety country ballad that fans of Gary Allan will appreciate - like a smooth glass of fine bourbon at the end of a long day, this song celebrates those stolen moments of calm with your partner in crime. 

The title track of the album was released on August 30, 2024 and celebrates the unsung heroes of our time—the hardworking men across the country who work tirelessly, often without recognition, to provide for their families and keep their communities thriving.

“I’m not out here claiming to be a cowboy,” says Taulia, “but I know what it’s like to work hard, to fail, and to get back up with a smile on your face. This song is for everyone out there who makes it happen every day without complaining—cheers to all of you.”

Raised on the rugged coast of Waiʻanae, Oʻahu, Taulia’s musical influences are as diverse as the landscape that shaped him. From Randy Travis, Reba McIntyre, and George Strait to Motown and traditional Samoan tunes, his sound is a unique blend that speaks to the universal human experience. 

For more information, press inquiries, or interview requests, please contact:

Press Contact:

Matthew Lynch, Country Boy Records
matt@countryboyrecords.com

Note to Editors: High-resolution images, review copies of the album, and additional press materials are available upon request.

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SAMOAN COUNTRY SINGER TAULIA LAVE RELEASES  ‘MODERN DAY COWBOY’, TITLE TRACK FROM UPCOMING DEBUT ALBUM

Nashville, TN – August 30, 2024 – Taulia Lave releases his latest single "Modern Day Cowboy," the title track of his highly anticipated debut album. Set for release later this year, the album is a powerful tribute to the unsung heroes of our time—the hardworking men across the country who work tirelessly, often without recognition, to provide for their families and keep their communities thriving.

“I’m not out here claiming to be a cowboy,” says Taulia, “but I know what it’s like to work hard, to fail, and to get back up with a smile on your face. This song is for everyone out there who makes it happen every day without complaining—cheers to all of you.”

Raised on the rugged coast of Waiʻanae, Oʻahu, Taulia’s musical influences are as diverse as the landscape that shaped him. From Randy Travis, Reba McIntyre, and George Strait to Motown and traditional Samoan tunes, his sound is a unique blend that speaks to the universal human experience. And while he may not be a cowboy or rancher himself, Taulia’s deep respect for the hardworking individuals who embody the cowboy spirit is evident in every note of this track. 

“Modern Day Cowboy” is a salute to those who, despite the challenges, keep pushing forward with grit and grace. Taulia’s soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics are sure to resonate with listeners from all walks of life.

And as Taulia puts it, “If you’ve ever made it through a tough day by telling yourself, ‘I’ve got this,’ then this song is for you.” (And let’s be honest, if a guy from the beaches of Waiʻanae can write a country anthem, then anything’s possible.)

“Modern Day Cowboy” is available on all major streaming platforms. Don’t miss the chance to hear this anthem which honors generations of our hardworking unsung heroes.

For media inquiries, interviews, or more information about Taulia Lave and his upcoming debut album, please contact:

Press Contact:  

Matthew Lynch, Country Boy Records
matt@countryboyrecords.com  

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SAMOAN COUNTRY SINGER TAULIA LAVE RELEASES  ‘ME & YOU’, FOR FANS OF FINE BOURBON, FINE CIGARS AND FINE WOMEN  

Nashville, TN – July 26, 2024 – Get ready to unwind with the smooth sounds of Taulia Lave as he releases his second single ‘Me & You’ from his highly anticipated debut album, ‘Modern Day Cowboy’.  

Fans of Gary Allan will appreciate the velvety vibes of this modern day country ballad - like a smooth glass of fine bourbon at the end of a long day, this song celebrates those stolen moments of calm with your partner in crime. 

Taulia recorded “Me & You” at Station West Studios in Nashville, a place known for recording hits with the likes of Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, and Dustin Lynch. Producer Austin Stanley assembled an impressive group of veteran Nashville session players, including James Mitchell, Scotty Sanders, Tim Galloway, Mike Rojas, Brent Rader, and Jacob Filer. Studio owner Luke Wooten was so taken by the project that he decided to lend his expertise as the Mastering Engineer.

After the session players recorded this track, there was unanimous agreement in the mixing booth that it was worthy of being released as a single.

Taulia’s music is soaked with the sweet, melancholic nostalgia of days long gone, wrapped in a timeless sound that lingers like the scent of a fine cigar.

Taulia’s journey into music began five years ago after the passing of his father. In a heartfelt tribute, Taulia rented a historic home in the Waverly district and brought a dozen of his family members to Nashville so they could be included in the album’s creation. Picture this: twelve Samoans in a Nashville studio, cheering on Taulia as he honors his father through his music. It’s a warm, joyful, and raucous affair - and you can feel that energy in every track on this album.

Pour yourself some Blanton’s, light up your Padron and kick back to ‘Me & You’ by Samoan Country Singer and Nashville Recording Artist Taulia Lave… and mark your calendars for Taulia Lave’s debut album ‘Modern Day Cowboy’, set for release on October 4, 2024. This will be an album to watch out for!

For media inquiries, interviews, or more information about Taulia Lave and his upcoming debut album, please contact:

Press Contact:  

Matthew Lynch, Country Boy Records
matt@countryboyrecords.com  

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SAMOAN COUNTRY SINGER TAULIA LAVE TO RELEASES HIS TAKE ON BAND OF HEATHENS’ CLASSIC ‘HURRICANE’

Nashville, TN – June 21, 2024 – Why don’t hurricanes ever win country music awards? Because they blow away the competition!

Samoan country artist Taulia Lave is set to stir up the music scene with his rendition of the Country/Americana classic “Hurricane” by Band of Heathens. This single released on June 21, 2024, and leads into his forthcoming debut album, ‘Modern Day Cowboy’, scheduled for release later this year.

Taulia recorded “Hurricane” at Station West Studios in Nashville, a place known for recording hits with the likes of Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, and Dustin Lynch. Producer Austin Stanley assembled an impressive group of veteran Nashville session players, including James Mitchell, Scotty Sanders, Tim Galloway, Mike Rojas, Brent Rader, and Jacob Filer. Studio owner Luke Wooten was so taken by the project that he decided to lend his expertise as the Mastering Engineer.

“Hurricane” has a storied history, originally recorded by Levon Helm for his 1980 album American Son. Leon Everette’s 1981 version hit No. 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The song is known for breaking the usual country music molds, and Taulia’s version is sure to add another layer to its rich legacy. It’s already a crowd favorite at his shows. 

Taulia played to a crowd of 4,000 country music fans on the day after the song’s releases, when he opened up for Ryan Bingham & The Texas Gentlemen on June 22, 2024 at The Complex in Salt Lake City, UT. It was a significant event for Taulia, as he returns to the city where he was once a standout college football player to perform at the show, which benefits the Ron McBride Foundation: Taulia’s former football coach. 

Taulia’s journey into music began five years ago after the passing of his father. In a heartfelt tribute, Taulia rented a historic home in the Waverly district and brought a dozen of his family members to Nashville so they could be included in the album’s creation. 

Picture this: twelve Samoans in a Nashville studio, cheering on Taulia as he honors his father through his music. It’s a warm, joyful, and raucous affair - and you can feel that energy in every track on this album.

Taulia Lave’s debut album ‘Modern Day Cowboy’ is set for release on October 4, 2024. Mark your calendars; this will be an album to watch out for.

For media inquiries, interviews, or more information about Taulia Lave and his upcoming debut album, please contact:

Press Contact:  

Matthew Lynch, Country Boy Records
matt@countryboyrecords.com  

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Note to Editors: High-resolution images, review copies of the single, and additional press materials are available upon request.