They say that wisdom comes with age. But rising trio Temecula Road are a bit ahead of the game.
Already seasoned country vets and still filled with the unbridled enthusiasm of a breakout act, sisters Emma and Maddie Salute and their musical brother Dawson Anderson have grown out of artistic adolescence, and into the next chapter. With an initial blast of excitement and accolades behind them, they’ve done the work it takes to find themselves creatively, and it shows in a big way with their new batch of tunes.
“It was a defining moment when we figured out that we are totally in the driver’s seat,” Dawson explains, now looking back on the group’s coming of age. “We can steer this thing and it’s our career … and you can feel that in the music.”
Founded in 2014 in their hometown of Temecula, California, the trio were first brought together by a vocal coach who sensed their potential. Discovering a shared love of country and a natural harmonic bond, the sum immediately became greater than its parts.
Within two years they had signed with Disney Music Group’s Buena Vista Records and began sharing their rich vocal blend on irresistible covers of hit songs, earning praise from stars like Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, Brett Eldredge and more. They were called out by The Huffington Postand Radio Disney as artists to watch and hit the road with legends like Martina McBride and Sara Evans, among others, then turned the spotlight on themselves. Releasing three original singles in 2017, “Everything Without You,” “Hoping” and “What If I Kissed You” have so far garnered more than 5 million streams on Spotify alone.
But that first tease of original music was just that – a tease. They were perfect for the moment, fresh feeling yet traditionally minded, polished smooth and purpose built to introduce an unknown group of deserving talents. But if they’re honest, the band say those songs were also a little tentative, a byproduct of youth. Now, though, after taking a year off to discover themselves, things are different.
“We’ve grown up personally and musically,” Maddie (18) explains. “We love our first three songs, but now we’ve matured, and our music has grown up with us.”
“It’s not that we weren’t strong before,” Emma (20) agrees, “but we weren’t experienced enough to stand up for what we wanted to sound like.”
“Now we’re completely involved in the process,” Dawson (19) adds. “Whether it’s the writing or production or even the way we sound live, it’s us.”
Over four new tracks produced by Andrew DeRoberts (James Blunt, Max Embers), Temecula Road’s new route ahead is still based on locked-in harmonies and a love of country song craft – but it’s far bolder and fearlessly personal. Trading sonic perfection for character, the trio freely experiment with first-take recording and unorthodox techniques (like using an iPhone to ad lib final vocals), all while mixing influence from Top 40 pop, R&B, EDM and everything in between.
“I think sonically and lyrically, they’re exactly what we wanted,” says Dawson, who co-wrote three of four new tracks. “By the end of 2018 we were ready to say, ‘This is where we want to take these songs, this is the direction we want to go.’”
“I also think with being so hands-on, you’re more comfortable,” Emma notes. “When you’re more comfortable you’re also more vulnerable, and that’s huge.”
Striking out with the dark country pop of “Fades,” a bass-driven anthem imagined from the wrong side of a breakup, drum machines and tasteful electronics bring the trio to country’s cutting edge. With its complex emotional tenor illustrating the group’s progress, the track was co-written by Dawson with Kevin Bard and Mike Daly. “Everything eventually fades, whether it’s the color on a car or your jeans or a T-shirt,” he explains. “So why isn’t this memory of us fading?”
“Everything I Love” pumps out romantic heat, with stacked harmonies burning through sunset sonics for a gotta-have-you blast of passion. Maddie and Dawson trade vivid, cinematic verses, written by hit makers Jordan Reynolds, Nicolle Galyon, Daly and Ross Copperman. “I love the song because it’s a cheesy love song that’s not cheesy at all,” Dawson says. “It’s a super cool way of expressing your emotions – ‘Like a window seat cutting through the clouds.’”
Meanwhile, “Maybe Not” flashes the band’s flirtatious pulse, willing to take a chance on love but keeping one foot out the door, just in case. Pairing drum machines and dobros with a he-said-she-said vocal that feels caught in a perpetual 2 a.m. haze, Maddie says it’s built to keep listeners guessing. “When we were in the studio our producer asked if it was a happy song or a sad one, and we were like ‘Huh. Let’s figure that out,’” she says with a laugh. “It can go either way.”
But there’s no misinterpreting “Never Knew I Needed You.” Written by Dawson with Ben Goldsmith and Lindsay Rimes, it’s a cloud-nine, heart-on-the-sleeve confession of true love – the kind that’s only true after it’s been tested. “Love always finds you when you’re not looking for it,” Maddie explains, hinting at the parallels between that message and the band’s own experience.
“Our 2018 was huge,” Dawson agrees. “We didn’t release any music, but we were writing a lot, becoming closer as friends and really bonding – just growing up. We were strengthening our foundation, because we love each other and we’ll need each other on this journey, and I hope if you listen, you’ll feel it.”
That’s the mark of a group who are finally comfortable in their own skin, and they’ve earned it. Now based in Nashville and poised for the next step, the “road” ahead is wide open.
TEMECULA ROAD RELEASES FIRST TRACK AS A DUO, “HEARTBREAK IN BOOTS”
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (July 8, 2022) – After a full year of writing daily and coming into their newly-developed sound, Warner Music Nashville/Buena Vista Records’ Temecula Road has returned with a new track “Heartbreak In Boots” (LISTEN HERE). Co-written by members Emma Salute and Dawson Anderson alongside Parker Welling and Casey Brown and produced by Brandon Hood, the song marks the first release since the band became a newly formed duo, amicably parting ways with Emma’s sister, Maddie.
The duo first announced the news in March on Instagram, writing: “We will always love and cherish Maddie as the best friend and sister that she is to us. We are beyond excited for the road ahead, with plans to record some of our favorite music we’ve ever made…words cannot express how much love and gratitude we have for everyone who has supported us over the last eight years.” Now, just a few short months later, they are keeping to their word with the release of “Heartbreak In Boots,” with more new music to follow throughout the year.
“Over the past few years, we’ve really put our heads down to focus on telling our stories,” said the duo. “We’ve been digging deep into ourselves, and in the process, we’ve fallen more in love with songwriting. We’ve found the heart of Temecula Road’s sound and we’ve never felt more confident as artists. This is a special chapter for us. ‘Heartbreak In Boots’ is true and it’s us. From the moment we wrote it, we knew that if it was anything, it’s honest. This song has lived such a unique life already, with people all over the world responding to clips we’ve shared ahead of its release. We’ve worked diligently and waited patiently for this day. We’re proud. We’re grateful, and we are so excited that this song is finally out in the world.”
The duo has taken to the road to show off their new direction and sound on their headlining Nashville Hits The Roof tour, playing at Tin Roofs across the country. They recently wrapped up a string on dates with Rascal Flatts’ Gary LeVox and had several performances during last month’s CMA Fest. With over 15 million streams to date, they made their television performance debut on ABC’s The Bachelor last year and have been called out by the media including Huffington Post, CMT, and Rolling Stone.
FOLLOW TEMECULA ROAD:
Instagram // Twitter // YouTube // Facebook
Emma Salute (left) and Dawson Anderson of Temecula Road
Download Photo | Credit: Robby Klein
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (February 2, 2021) – Warner Music Nashville/Buena Vista Records’ rising country group Temecula Road are set to make their television debut on an upcoming episode of ABC’s hit series The Bachelor. Fitting in the theme of romance, the band will perform their brand-new song “Everything I Love” for the newest Bachelor, Matt James, and one lucky lady. This episode of The Bachelor, currently celebrating its milestone 25th season, will air Monday February 8, at 8/7c, on ABC.
Over the past two years, Temecula Road made debut performances at C2C’s Country Music Festival in London, Stagecoach Music Festival and the CMA Music Festival. The group is currently working on new music set for release throughout the year.
After meeting Matt James as a prospective suitor for The Bachelorette, Bachelor Nation swooned when they learned he would take on the role as the lead of his own love story on The Bachelor. Matt is the total package. He has strong family values, a great career and has used his growing platform for good. His emerging legion of fans can’t wait to follow the 28-year-old real estate broker, entrepreneur and community organization founder on his journey to find love for the first time during this historic season. Tune in to see if Matt will find his happily ever after on the 25th season of ABC’s hit romance reality series, The Bachelor.
ABOUT TEMECULA ROAD
Called out by The Huffington Post, CMT, Sounds Like Nashville, and Taste of Country as one of the top new country artists, Temecula Road (comprised of sisters Emma (21) and Maddie Salute (20), and longtime friend Dawson Anderson (21)) are known for their trademark harmonies and their covers which have earned praise from Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge. With over 13 million streams and counting, these days it’s their original music putting them on the map. They released four new tracks in 2019 including “Fades,” “Never Knew I Needed You,” “Maybe Not,” and holiday favorite “Christmas In Dixie.” The trio made their Grand Ole Opry debut at the Ryman in November and returned to the iconic Opry stage on February 1. Named after the California town where they grew up, the trio is signed to Warner Music Nashville/Buena Vista Records and is set to release new music throughout the year.
ABOUT “THE BACHELOR”
On ABC’s hit primetime reality series “The Bachelor,” one lucky man is offered the chance to find true love. A single and eligible Bachelor embarks on a romantic journey, getting to know a number of beautiful women, gradually narrowing the field as he continues his search for his soul mate. At the end of this romantic voyage, if he has found the one, will there be a proposal – and will she say yes? Hosted by Chris Harrison, “The Bachelor” is a production of Next Entertainment in association with Warner Horizon Unscripted Television.
For more information on “The Bachelor,” visit abc.com/shows/the-bachelor.
FOLLOW TEMECULA ROAD:
Music // Instagram // Twitter // YouTube // Facebook
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (December 9, 2020) – Warner Music Nashville is teaming up with Disney Music Group’s Buena Vista Records to welcome the newest addition to its label family: California-bred, Tennessee-based country band Temecula Road. The up-and-coming trio (Dawson Anderson, Emma Salute, Maddie Salute) has made a name for itself over the past several years, drawing praise from national outlets such as The Huffington Post and superstar artists including Brett Eldredge, Dan + Shay and more. The Temecula Road team also comprises Champ Management, JRM Publishing / Disney Music Publishing and William Morris Endeavor.
“We are so excited to join the Warner Music Nashville family and continue working with Buena Vista Records,” the band said. “We truly feel like this is the dream team for us. Although we’ve yet to meet in person, Warner’s passion for our band was so strong we could feel it via Zoom. We can’t wait to get to work and meet face-to-face in 2021!”
Between its three-part harmony and signature mandolin, Temecula Road has developed a sound of its own. Dawson, Emma and Maddie boast stage credits worldwide, from Stagecoach Festival in their home state of California to C2C: Country to Country Festival in London. Fans can expect new music from the group in 2021.
Temecula Road Releases Graduation Anthem “The Climb”
Track and Video Available Now
https://smarturl.it/TemeculaRdTheClimb
Nashville, TN – Rising country trio TEMECULA ROADsurprised fans by releasing “The Climb” track and video available now. Their heartfelt take on the multi-platinum No. 1 smash, written by Jessi Alexander and Jon Mabe and originally performed by Miley Cyrus, is the perfect anthem for graduates during this trying time. The song premiered via Radio Disney Country and Emma, Maddie, and Dawson will be performing it live on Monday, June 15 during an Instagram takeover with Stage Right Secrets.
“We have always loved this song and its message especially hits home for us with everything going on in the world right now,” says Maddie. “We came up with this arrangement and recorded the vocals ourselves during quarantine,” adds Emma. “We hope you find as much comfort in listening as we did in creating it,” says Dawson.
Signed to Buena Vista Records, the newly-minted Nashville residents have been named a CMT Discovery Artist and have been called out by Huffington Post, CMT,Sounds Like Nashville, and Taste of Countryas one of the top new country artists to watch. They made their Grand Ole Opry debut on November 1 at the first weekend of the show’s annual winter run of Opry At The Ryman in downtown Nashville— receiving a standing ovation. Named after the town they grew up in, Temecula Road (Sisters Emma and Maddie Salute and friend Dawson Anderson) is known for their trademark harmonies and their covers which have earned praise from Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge. With over 13 million streams and counting, these days it’s their original music putting them on the map. The trio recently released stripped-down versions of some of their biggest tracks, starting off with the recently released “Fades”which hit Top 5 on the Radio Disney Country Chart, and Friday’s (May 20) release of Rolling Stone Country Song You Need To Hear “Never Knew I Needed You.” Their soulful track, “Maybe Not,” comes out on June 19.
Over the past two years, Temecula Road made debut performances at C2C’s Country Music Festival in London, Stagecoach Music Festival and the CMA Music Festival. The band was named one of Radio Disney’s NEXT BIG THING artists and were nominated in the “The Freshest! – Radio Disney Country Best New Artist” category at the Radio Disney Music Awards, putting them in great company alongside Maren Morris, Lauren Alaina and Old Dominion.
In lieu of touring, the trio has been keeping themselves quite busy during quarantine – performing livestreams almost daily between various media outlets as well as performing originals and taking cover song requests from fans on their own Instagramaccount.
For more information and latest news, be sure to visit http://www.temecularoad.com.
# # #
SOCIALS
http://www.instagram.com/temecularoad
http://www.twitter.com/temecularoad
http://www.facebook.com/temecularoad
http://www.youtube.com/temecularoad
CONTACTS:
Monarch Publicity
Cindy Hunt & Heather Conley
Cindy.Hunt@MonarchPublicity.com / Heather.Conley@MonarchPublicity.com
Buena Vista Records
Heather Davis
Heather.Davis@disney.com
Nashville, TN — November 22, 2019 — Rising country trio TEMECULA ROADis excited to release their fresh take on country supergroup Alabama’s holiday classic, “Christmas In Dixie,” available now on all digital platforms. They shared their excitement via socials. The track is out just in time for Maddie, Emma, and Dawson to hit the road as special guests on the “Sara Evans – Blue Christmas Tour,” kicking off December 5 in Hunstville, Alabama. Fans can also grab tickets for Temecula Road’s just announced return to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville on February 1 HERE. “Christmas In Dixie” is their fourth new release this year, following “Fades,” “Never Knew I Needed You,” and “Maybe Not.”
Called out by The Huffington Post, CMT, Sounds Like Nashville, and Taste of Country as one of the top new country artists to watch and named after the town they grew up in, Temecula Road (comprised of sisters Emma (20) and Maddie Salute (19), and longtime friend Dawson Anderson (20)) are known for their trademark harmonies and their covers which have earned praise from Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge. With over 13 million streams and counting, these days it’s their original music putting them on the map. Over the past two years, Temecula Road made debut performances at C2C’s Country Music Festival in London, Stagecoach Music Festival and the CMA Music Festival. The band was named one of Radio Disney’s NEXT BIG THING artists and were nominated in the “The Freshest! – Radio Disney Country Best New Artist” category at the Radio Disney Music Awards, putting them in great company alongside Maren Morris, Lauren Alaina and Old Dominion. On the touring side, the trio recently joined Scotty McCreery on sold out overseas tour and will join as special guests opening for Sara Evans on her “Sara Evans – Blue Christmas Tour” over the holidays. They will return to Stagecoach in 2020.
# # #
SOCIALS
http://www.temecularoad.com
http://www.instagram.com/temecularoad
http://www.twitter.com/temecularoad
http://www.facebook.com/temecularoad
http://www.youtube.com/temecularoad
“Fades”: http://hollywoodrecs.co/Fades
“Never Knew I Needed You”: https://smarturl.it/TemeculaNeverKnew
“Maybe Not”: https://smarturl.it/MaybeNotTR
“Christmas In Dixie”: http://smarturl.it/TRChristmasInDixie
TEMECULA ROAD TO MAKE GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT NOVEMBER 1
Nashville, TN — September 10, 2019 — Rising country trio, TEMECULA ROADtook to Instagramlast night to share the exciting reaction videoof them hearing the news that they will be making their Grand Ole Oprydebut on Friday, November 1at the first weekend of the show’s annual winter run of Opry At The Rymanin downtown Nashville.
“We grew up listening to almost every artist that has performed on the Opry stage, and to be standing in that circle will be so surreal for us,” says the trio’s Emma Salute. “Moving to Nashville has been a great experience and opened up so many doors,” says Maddie Salute. “We are beyond excited about this special opportunity. We can’t wait,” adds Dawson Anderson.
Tickets for Temecula Road’s Grand Ole Opry debut at The Ryman
may be purchased HERE.
Emma, Maddie, and Dawson will take the iconic stage fresh off of an overseas tour stint with Scotty McCreery in late October. Their latest track, “Never Knew I Needed You,” is a Rolling Stone “10 Best Country Song To Hear Now.” The vibey new song, written by the trio’s Dawson Anderson, along with Ben Goldsmith and Lindsay Rimes and produced by Andrew DeRoberts (Devin Dawson, Kip Moore, Eli Young Band, Jillian Jacqueline), is their second new song in six weeks, a follow-up to “Fades” which hit No. 3 on Radio Disney Country’s Top 50 Chart.
Called out by The Huffington Post, CMT, Sounds Like Nashville, and Taste of Country as one of the top new country artists to watch and named after the town they grew up in, Temecula Road (comprised of sisters Emma and Maddie Salute, and longtime friend Dawson Anderson) are known for their trademark harmonies and their covers which have earned praise from Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge. With over 13 million streams and counting, these days it’s their original music putting them on the map. Over the past two years, Temecula Road made debut performances at C2C’s Country Music Festival in London, Stagecoach Music Festival and the CMA Music Festival. The band was named one of Radio Disney’s NEXT BIG THING artists and were nominated in the “The Freshest! – Radio Disney Country Best New Artist” category at the Radio Disney Music Awards, putting them in great company alongside Maren Morris, Lauren Alaina and Old Dominion. On the touring side, they have opened for Martina McBride, Josh Turner, Joe Nichols, Easton Corbin, Lee Brice, Sara Evans, and Eli Young Band.
LINKTO HI REZ PROMO PHOTO (Credit John Shearer)
# # #
SOCIALS
http://www.instagram.com/temecularoad
http://www.twitter.com/temecularoad
http://www.facebook.com/temecularoad
http://www.youtube.com/temecularoad
Fades:http://hollywoodrecs.co/Fades
Never Knew I Needed You: https://smarturl.it/TemeculaNeverKnew
TEMECULA ROAD DEBUTS “FADES” MUSIC VIDEO
Clip Premiered Via Country Now
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – June 21, 2019 – Country trio Temecula Road is excited to debut their music video for brand new single “Fades,” available now. The vibey black and white clip premiered via Country Now. Watch the video now HERE. Written by Temecula Road’s Dawson Anderson, along with Kevin Bard and Mike Daly and produced by Andrew DeRoberts (Devin Dawson, Kip Moore, Eli Young Band, Jillian Jacqueline), “Fades” marks the trio’s first new release in over a year and is now available on all platforms http://hollywoodrecs.co/Fades.
The “breakup jam” (Sounds Like Nashville) music video, directed by Tyler Conrad and filmed in Los Angeles, marked the band’s farewell to the west coast just days before their recent move to Nashville. Following the shoot, they loaded their cars for the thirty-hour, over two thousand mile trek from their hometown of Temecula, California. Dawson, Emma, and Maddie hit the ground running in Music City, with a packed start to June including a busy CMA Fest schedule and new music release. To keep up with Temecula Road and get the latest on new music, tour dates, and more, visit temecularoad.com or connect with them on socials @temecularoad.
ABOUT TEMECULA ROAD: Named after the town they grew up in, Temecula Road — comprised of sisters Emma (20) and Maddie Salute (18), and longtime friend Dawson Anderson (18) — are known for their trademark harmonies and their covers which have earned praise from Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge. With already over 5 million streams on Spotify, these days it’s their original music putting them on the map. Over the past two years, Temecula Road made debut performances at C2C’s Country Music Festival in London, Stagecoach Music Festival and the CMA Music Festival. The band was named one of Radio Disney’s NEXT BIG THING artists and were nominated in the “The Freshest! – Radio Disney Country Best New Artist” category at the Radio Disney Music Awards, putting them in great company alongside Maren Morris, Lauren Alaina and Old Dominion. On the touring side, Temecula Road have opened for Martina McBride, Josh Turner, Joe Nichols, Easton Corbin, Lee Brice, Sara Evans, Kenny Rogers, and Eli Young Band.
LINK TO “FADES” COVER ART
LINK <ADD LINK> TO STILL FROM SHOOT IF AVAIL
TEMECULA ROAD PERFORMS LIVE
ON RADIO DISNEY COUNTRY STAGE
DURING CMA MUSIC FEST IN NASHVILLE
RELEASES BRAND NEW SONG “FADES” TODAY
June 7, 2019 — Nashville, TN — Country trio Temecula Road performed a high-energy set including their brand new single, “Fades,” on the Radio Disney Country stage on June 6, 2019 at CMA Music Festival in Nashville. The emotional new track, written by Temecula Road’s Dawson Anderson, along with Kevin Bard and Mike Daly and produced by Andrew DeRoberts (Devin Dawson, Kip Moore, Eli Young Band, Jillian Jacqueline), the trio’s first new release in over a year is now available on all platforms http://hollywoodrecs.co/Fades.
To keep up with Temecula Road and get the latest on new music, tour dates, and more, visit temecularoad.com or connect with them on socials @temecularoad.
ABOUT TEMECULA ROAD: Named after the town they grew up in, Temecula Road — comprised of sisters Emma (20) and Maddie Salute (18), and longtime friend Dawson Anderson (18) — are known for their trademark harmonies and their covers which have earned praise from Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge. With already over 5 million streams on Spotify, these days it’s their original music putting them on the map. Over the past two years, Temecula Road made debut performances at C2C’s Country Music Festival in London, Stagecoach Music Festival and the CMA Music Festival. The band was named one of Radio Disney’s NEXT BIG THING artists and were nominated in the “The Freshest! – Radio Disney Country Best New Artist” category at the Radio Disney Music Awards, putting them in great company alongside Maren Morris, Lauren Alaina and Old Dominion. On the touring side, Temecula Road have opened for Martina McBride, Josh Turner, Joe Nichols, Easton Corbin, Lee Brice, Sara Evans, Kenny Rogers, and Eli Young Band.
LINK TO “FADES” COVER ART
LINK TO HI REZ PERFORMANCE IMAGES
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (August 9, 2019) – Country trio Temecula Road released a brand new song, “Never Knew I Needed You,” today on all digital platforms. The vibey new track, written by the trio’s Dawson Anderson, along with Ben Goldsmith and Lindsay Rimes and produced by Andrew DeRoberts (Devin Dawson, Kip Moore, Eli Young Band, Jillian Jacqueline), is their second new song of the summer, a follow-up to “Fades” which hit No. 3 on Radio Disney Country’s Top 50 Chart. A story behind the song “Never Knew I Needed You” video clip premiered today via Taste of Country.
“This song embodies that familiar saying of love finds you when you least expect it,” says the trio’s Dawson Anderson. “When writing it, we tried to capture that feeling of love hitting you out of nowhere.”
Later this month Temecula Road will be hitting the road, opening for Tyler Rich on west coast dates — Bakersfield, CA (8/22), Grass Valley (8/23), and Marysville, CA (8/24). For tickets and information and to keep up with Temecula Road and get the latest on new music, tour dates, and more, visit temecularoad.com or connect with them on socials @temecularoad.
ABOUT TEMECULA ROAD: Named after the town they grew up in, Temecula Road — comprised of sisters Emma (20) and Maddie Salute (18), and longtime friend Dawson Anderson (20) — are known for their trademark harmonies and their covers which have earned praise from Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, and Brett Eldredge. With already over 5 million streams on Spotify, these days it’s their original music putting them on the map. Over the past two years, Temecula Road made debut performances at C2C’s Country Music Festival in London, Stagecoach Music Festival and the CMA Music Festival. The band was named one of Radio Disney’s NEXT BIG THING artists and were nominated in the “The Freshest! – Radio Disney Country Best New Artist” category at the Radio Disney Music Awards, putting them in great company alongside Maren Morris, Lauren Alaina and Old Dominion. On the touring side, Temecula Road have opened for Martina McBride, Josh Turner, Joe Nichols, Easton Corbin, Lee Brice, Sara Evans, and Eli Young Band.