“Cowboy of the Night” Surprised by Lainey Wilson with RIAA PLATINUM Certification for “Don’t Come Lookin’” and GOLD Certification for “Fearless” and Makes His Red Rocks Debut
Highly Praised Album On The Back Of My Dreams Officially Turns One Month
NASHVILLE, TN (October 14, 2024) — A wild week for Jackson Dean, over the weekend the impressive talent was surprised by his tourmate (GRAMMY® Award-winning ACM and CMA Entertainer of the Year) Lainey Wilson with the news that his first No. 1 single, “Don’t Come Lookin’” is officially PLATINUM certified by RIAA while his sophomore single “Fearless” is GOLD. Presenting him with a plaque ahead of their show in Lubbock, TX, Lainey named him her very first “Cowboy of the Night” (watch HERE)! On Saturday night, he knocked off a bucket list item of performing at the world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado (watch recap HERE) and continued his PLATINUM and GOLD celebrations with Country radio and his industry family. This all comes on the heels of the one-month mark of his acclaimed album, On The Back of My Dreams…and his 24th birthday!
Watch Lainey Wilson Surprise Jackson HERE
Watch the recap of Jackson’s Red Rocks debut HERE
Since its release on September 6, Dean’s 13-track album On The Back of My Dreams has engrossed audiences and garnered admiration from critics and fans across all fronts. The otherworldly concept album that takes listeners on a “soul-stirring journey” (Music Row) from light to dark, explores themes of life, mortality, freedom and dreaming. His current single “Heavens To Betsy” serves as the center point of the project and has garnered more than 25 million streams.
What folks are saying about On The Back Of My Dreams:
“…a near-perfect follow-up to his debut album Greenbroke.” – AMERICAN SONGWRITER
“Every single song off On The Back Of My Dreams is exactly what music is all about…This record deserves its flowers!”
– COUNTRY SWAG
“For those who haven’t yet joined the Jackson Dean train, now is the perfect time to grab your ticket and experience the magic for yourself… On The Back Of My Dreams is set to be a staple in country music collections for years to come….This album is not just a collection of songs; it’s a journey through the heart and soul of one of country music’s most compelling voices.”
– ALL COUNTRY NEWS
“Few vocalists could be mistaken for Chris Stapleton. However, on tracks like “Sweet Appalachia” and “Duct Tape Heart,” Dean gives the Kentucky troubadour a run for his money.” – AMERICAN SONGWRITER
“He is like a cowboy version of Cobain… He borders on Springsteen, Stapleton, Waylon. It is not a hearts and flowers album it is more flesh and bone.” – COWGIRLUP
“The album, not unlike Dean himself of late, is built for durability. Radio singles, extensive streaming and being played as hard and loud as humanly possible in the live realm are the demands and expectations of the release’s success…. reminiscent of the space between bands like Pearl Jam and Chris Cornell’s work fronting Audioslave and Soundgarden” – THE TENNESSEAN
“it’s no stretch to say that Jackson Dean is one of the hottest young voices in the genre today.”
– COUNTRY CHORD
“Distinct is exactly how each On The Back Of My Dreams tune can be described.”– MUSIC ROW
“On The Back Of My Dreams, Jackson Dean is taking another step to prove his star power…The entire project blends his unique style of gritty rock and country, showcasing a deeper look at the artistry he’s crafted thus far in his career.”
– COUNTRY CENTRAL
“It’s clear that this album is exactly what country music needs right now… In a landscape often dominated by transient fads, Jackson Dean’s On The Back Of My Dreams stands out as a triumph of artistry and sincerity. Dean’s refusal to chase fleeting trends and his dedication to crafting meaningful music is evident throughout the album. Each track is a testament to his mastery of the craft and his ability to connect with listeners on a profound level.” – ALL COUNTRY NEWS
“Dean is poised for commercial success, yet the album remains a cohesive, meaningful body of work that stands as an album in the truest sense of the word—46 minutes of thoughtfully crafted music that says something real, meaningful and important.”
– ENTERTAINMENT FOCUS
“Jackson Dean is again emphasizing in his sophomore album that he is an excellent songwriter. It is simply fun – and fascinating – listening to his music.” – FLYCTORY
“Dean has crafted an album that not only meets the high expectations set by its predecessor but also elevates his craft to new, exhilarating heights.” – ALL COUNTRY NEWS
“Dean ushered in his sophomore project, On The Back Of My Dreams, with a song that fans are already familiar and deeply enamored with.” – HOLLER
Listen to On The Back Of My Dreams HERE
For more information and tour dates, visit https://www.jacksondeanmusic.com/.
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ABOUT JACKSON DEAN: One of Nashville’s most intriguing artists with his strong gravel-toned vocals, wayward spirit, intentional songwriting and overall mystique, the fast-rising singer/songwriter Jackson Dean is quickly earning a reputation for his impressive live show and thought-provoking, lyric-driven music. The young talent burst on the scene in 2022, showing people how real music can be with his atmospheric, musically-forward debut album Greenbroke that featured his PLATINUM debut single, “Don’t Come Lookin’” (which became the fastest debut to reach No. 1 in 2022 and cemented Jackson as the youngest solo male Country artist to reach the top of the charts with a debut) and his GOLD certified Top 10 follow up single “Fearless (The Echo).” The demand for Jackson skyrocketed after landing on Pandora’s Ten for 2023 (all genre), Spotify’s Hot Country Artists to Watch 2023, Apple Music’s Country Risers, the CMT Listen Up class of 2023, CRS New Faces 2023, Amazon Music’s 2023 Breakthrough Artists to Watch: Country Class as well as a slew of other artist to watch lists and nominations. A vocalist who truly thrives on stage (as evident in his Live From The Ryman album), the Maryland native has leaned hard into touring, wowing audiences and building a passionate fanbase that connects on a deeper level. Because of that connection and crowd passion, his live show stand out “Heavens to Betsy” has evolved to become his latest single—and lead track from his sophomore album On The Back Of My Dreams, (now available via Big Machine Records).
Embarking on an impressive and bold new chapter, the 24-year-old old soul recently delivered a textured, experiential body of work, that is layered in meanings, giving listeners plenty to ruminate on. Each song, born from a daydream vision, together takes you on an emotional journey and completes the concept of the album: Jackson Dean is a man dreaming of truly living—and truly living that dream. The multi-instrumentalist and skilled artisan whose pastimes include making leather goods, wood-burned art and disappearing into the woods to sleep under the stars, brings a sense of adventure to his craft. Constructing big transcendental, swelling songs that demand an equally bone-shaking vocal performance, across On The Back Of My Dreams, Dean delivers an aspirational and captivating vocal performance that is striking, distinctive and stimulating, with both swagger and intellect.
Following an early career of local performances in his hometown, Jackson has joined bills with superstar acts like Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert, Brantley Gilbert, Kane Brown, Jake Owen, Brooks & Dunn, Lee Brice, HARDY and Brothers Osborne and found himself on the bill for credible events like Austin City Limits and Stagecoach. The young talent recently wrapped big tours with Eric Church, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, and Jon Pardi as well as his first headlining tour (Head Full of Noise Tour) and is on tour with Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson through the fall.
