Adrian Johnston surprises radio with duet "Damn, I Want A Love Like That"!

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Dallas, Texas -- Love is in the air and, to celebrate, Adrian Johnston announced today's release of her latest radio single, "Damn, I Want a Love Like That," a duet featuring newcomer Jordon Isaac. Penned by Zac Maloy and Boots Ottestad, this call-and-response patterned love song features constant lyrics that match the electric guitar beat for beat. Told from the eyes of a couple in love, Johnston hopes this is the next Texas Country duet everyone will be singing for years to come!  "Damn, I Want a Love Like That" is being promoted by Dorothea Ivey of Cabin Creek Promotions. 

A last minute, and rather unexpected, add to the EP, IT TAKES TIME, Johnston originally recorded "Damn, I Want A Love Like That" as a demo being pitched to Carrie Underwood. Realizing there was something missing on her own record, she notes that this song kept coming up on her radar. Deciding it was "the one" to round off the 6-song selection, she chose to give it "dimension" by making it a duet with Isaac.

" I have always loved this song but when we decided to make it a duet it came to life," said Johnston. "It's a different vibe than the last few singles I've put out and I'm excited for everyone to hear a different side. Plus, Jordon Isaac's vocals are simply amazing and bring that extra something to an already magical song! " 

Radio is loving the single and is weighing in with positivity:

"Sometimes you have to listen to song a couple of times before it grows on you; 'Damn, I Want a Love Like That' was in rotation before the second verse started. I'm always looking for a great sounding song with tempo. 'Damn, I Want a Love like That' hits at the perfect time. This song is radio gold. I love to push play and hear Adrian Johnston sing. You can always count on an incredible vocal delivery and this upbeat love song delivers. I didn't make it to the end of the song before we added it. HIT!"
Eric Raines | KOKE FM | Austin, TX

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" 'Damn, I want a Love Like That' is proof that Adrian Johnston has her eyes on big things. Adrian's voice is always a beacon in the night but her strength here is not only that voice but the emotion behind it. In a duet it is always important to match the dynamics in vocals and emotion and this one hit the nail on the head. 'Damn, I Want a Love Like That' is just another chunk of the proving ground that Adrian has conquered. Listening to this record makes me say, 'Damn, I wish I had a voice like that.' "
Carey Dean | 106.9 The Ranch | Corsicana, TX

"Feel the jealousy and ache with the yearning. 'Damn, I Want A Love Like That' by Adrian Johnston truly expresses a wave of strong emotions on her new duet with Jordan Isaac.  This song is a for sure add to every Texas Country playlist rotation."
Joe Rollica | irCountry Radio 

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"Adrian Johnston's and Jordon Isaac's collaboration, 'Damn, I Want a Love Like That,' is a refreshing alternative to the traditional love song. It's cheerful and upbeat with excellent pitch range and harmony. The lyrics are heartfelt and relatable. Even un-romantics will find themselves singing along." 

Andrea Bowers | KAGG-FM/WACO-FM/iHeart Media

" 'Damn, I Want a Love Like That' is one of the best songs released so far this year. Adrian Johnston's vocals are powerful enough alone, then the addition of Jordon Isaac puts it over the top. This song deserves national attention." 

Mike Crow "Crowman" | KTFW 92.1 Hank FM | Fort Worth

Johnston, a Dallas native, hit the ground running in 2014 by releasing a self-titled EP that became a Top 200 iTunes Country Album. She has since released five radio singles and a second EP, IT TAKES TIME. Johnston most recently won the Ranch Factor 2017 competition, sponsored by 95.9 FM in Fort Worth, becoming the first female artist to do so. She was nominated for "New Female Vocalist of the Year" for the Texas Music Awards in 2015 and has started the successful Girls Raised in Texas (GRITs) tour featuring Johnston and other female artists at notable venues across the Lone Star state. 

"Damn, I Want a Love Like That" is from Johnston's EP, IT TAKES TIME. It follows a string of Top 25  singles including "Adult Beverages" (#22), "Rather Have You" (#13) and "Avalanche" (#21). 

"Damn, I Want A Love Like That" is available now on CD Tex, iTunes, Amazon, Google Play and all popular digital retailers. 

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Adrian Johnston releases "Adult Beverages" to radio

Adrian Johnston Releases  "Adult Beverages" To Radio 

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Dallas, Texas -- Adrian Johnston is pleased to announce today's release of ther fifth radio single "Adult Beverages."

Penned by Johnston and Zac Maloy, this is the second song from her upcoming EP, IT TAKES TIME which is being released on August 18th. "Adult Beverages" is being promoted by Dorothea Ivey of Cabin Creek Promotions and follows "Rather Have You," (>> Lyric Video). a Top 15 hit for Johnston. 

Johnston's version of the classic drinking song, "Adult Beverages " is brimming with colorful instrumentation and class as she weaves her way through this flirty concoction of drinking references. Its light clapping back-beat and wonky guitar riffs highlight the clever lyrics and tempt the listener to say "pour me one more."

"This song is light-hearted, fun and different," said Johnston. "Everyone's got a beer drinking song, but who has an 'Adult Beverages' song? It's such a perfect song for summer and I really want everyone to roll down their windows and listen to it on the highway going to the river!"

A song perfect for summer fun and drinking responsibly with friends, Dripping Springs Vodka is on board to help promote the single by providing Johnston with a specialty drink called "Adrian's Adult Beverage," branded product and signage beginning on July 10th at a special IT TAKES TIME Listening Party at The Kessler (7-9 p.m.,  1230 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208) . 

"I'm so excited to have my first official drink sponsor with Dripping Springs Vodka," said Johnston. "We are mixing up a recipe just for this song that we're calling the Adrian's Adult Beverage so get ready to practice your mixology skills!" 

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"As a family owned and craft focus distiller who relies on our customers to share their experience with Dripping Springs product, Adrian does the same thing," said Thomas Kingsley, National Sales Direcor, San Luis Spirits. "Adrian works on her craft while putting herself out there hoping her fans connect and share her experiences. We are pleased to help Adrianreach for her dreams."

Johnston, a Dallas native, hit the ground running in 2014 by releasing a self-titled EP that became a Top 200 iTunes Country Album. To date, she has had four songs on the Top 100 Texas charts with "Just Another Blonde" (#94), "Avalanche" (#21), "It's A Song" (#36) and "Rather Have You"(#13). In addition to radio success, Johnston was nominated for "New Female Vocalist of the Year" for the Texas Music Awards in 2015. 

"Adult Beverages" will be available as an instant gratification with the purchase of IT TAKES TIME on iTunes, Amazon, Google Play and other popular digital retailers when pre-sale begins on July 10, 2017. 

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Texan Songstress Adrian Johnston releases "Rather Have You" lyric video!

Adrian Johnston Debuts "Rather Have You" Lyric Video

Single Climbs to #51 On Texas Regional Radio Report

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Dallas, Texas -- Adrian Johnston is pleased to announce today's release of the lyric video for "Rather Have You." Penned by Johnston and Zac Maloy, who also served as producer, the lyric video features various footage from Johnston's live performances and studio sessions. Created by Two Beards & A Camera Productions (Nashville), the lyric video is available now at Johnston's YouTube channel and on Facebook. 

"Rather Have You" is currently #51 on the Texas Regional Radio Report and is being promoted by Dorothea Ivey of Cabin Creek Promotions. 

A take on the "wanting what you shouldn't have" dilemmas in life, "Rather Have You" is full of attitude and sass. Johnston's spirited vocals are on fire through the many lyrical twists and turns and the true country fiddle and driving backbeat provide the heart of this upbeat tune. A song where grit and twang are in perfect harmony, Johnston's inspiration came from the line, "I'd rather have wine than dinner."

Artist: Adrian Johnston

Song: "Rather Have You"

Release Date: 9 Sept. 2016

Label: Indepedent

Time: 3:08

Genres: Country/ Indie & Alternative

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Songwriters: Adrian Johnston (ASCAP); Zac Maloy (ASCAP, Warner Chappell)

Producer: Zac Maloy, Benchmark Studios Nashville, TN

"I played one of the silly voice memos I had on my phone for Zac of me horribly singing 'I'd rather have wine than dinner'," said Johnston. "We played with the idea of wanting what you're not supposed to have and ended up with some complimentary lines like 'a little truth but a little more dare' and 'rather ride a roller coaster than sit on a merry go round' and ran with that edgy-side."

Radio has weighed in positively on the single.

"Adrian's got a strong, smooth voice and she knows how to deliver!  On top of that, she's a TCU Alum!  We're proud of her and love the new single."

Russell Scott | KTCU | Fort Worth, TX

"Adrian Johnston's new single "Rather Have You" is Top Shelf! Everyone should hear this song! The most important thing is the true country sound, it's truly a great song!"

Ryan Burden | KMOU | Roswell, NM

"Adrian Johnston's newest single is an energetic, sexy, upbeat song that says exactly what every woman wants to say when she is with a man that brings a little fire to her soul. When you hear it, you may feel inclined to do a bit of chair dancing, or pour a sultry glass of Merlot and just skip dinner altogether."

Caren Quinn | The Bull 103 | Fort Worth, TX

"Sultry can have a dusty road covered perspective and Adrian Johnston with her newest single, "Rather Have You,' captures the gritty anthem of love and attraction. Adrian delivers with strong lyrically driven rhythm strapped tightly to a full on small town country band with a big time country sound."
Charley Jordan | Lone Star 102.5 KHLB | Mason, TX

"Adrian Johnston's "Rather Have You" stands out by not being a 'sound-alike' with a driving back-beat moving the tightly produced package with a real ending, not a perpetual fade."

Ken Bass | Variety 95.1 FM - KALH | Alamogordo, NM

Johnston, a Dallas native, hit the ground running in 2014 by releasing a self-titled EP that became a Top 200 iTunes Country Album. To date, she has had four songs on the Top 100 Texas charts with "Just Another Blonde" (#94), "Avalanche" (#21),"It's A Song" (#36) and the current single which is quickly moving up the charts. In addition to radio success, Johnston was nominated for "New Female Vocalist of the Year" for the Texas Music Awards in 2015. 

"Rather Have You" is from Johnston's forthcoming EP which is being produced by Maloy and due out in spring 2017. The single is available now on iTunes, Amazon, Google Play and other popular digital retailers. 

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