Tucker Wetmore - What Not To [2LP]

Tucker Wetmore stakes his claim in country music with What Not To, a confident and catchy debut that proves he's not just another cowboy hat in the crowd. Pressed across two LPs, this full-length album delivers twang, tenderness, and toe-tapping charm, with a smooth voice that wraps heartbreak and swagger into one irresistible package.

The breakout hits are here in full force—“Wine Into Whiskey” (RIAA platinum-certified, no less) brings a slick blend of heartbreak and hooks, while “Wind Up Missin’ You” leans into that tear-in-your-beer, late-night honesty that country fans crave. Wetmore moves seamlessly from small-town storytelling to big emotional punches, showing off his knack for turning life’s messes into melody.

Throughout What Not To, you'll find a mix of classic country themes with a modern sheen. There’s just enough steel guitar to tug at your heartstrings, but don’t be surprised when the production kicks things up with polished beats and a radio-ready shine. It’s the kind of record that works just as well on a tailgate as it does on a quiet Sunday drive.

This 2LP format gives the songs room to breathe, and for a debut, it’s bold in all the right ways. What Not To might just be the blueprint for what’s next in new country.