Pounding the Dash: Tucker Wetmore Swears Off Heartbreak in the Infectious New Anthem “Brunette”
By Christian Lamitschka for Country Music News International Magazine
If 2025 was the year Tucker Wetmore introduced himself to the world, 2026 is the year he conquers it. Fresh off the historic feat of landing two consecutive No. 1 singles within a single calendar year, country music’s most explosive new star is doubling down. His latest single, “Brunette,” officially impacted country radio today as the No. 1 most-added track, boasting a staggering 111 first-week stations.
Already a fan-favorite from his record-breaking debut album What Not To, “Brunette” isn’t just a song; it’s a victory lap for an artist who has mastered the intersection of “sawtoothed” country grit and modern pop-radio polish.
The Song: A Giddy, Tongue-in-Chief Turn
“Brunette” finds Wetmore turning a corner on heartbreak, opting for a playful, high-energy confession rather than a typical wallow in sorrow. The track is propelled by quick-fire guitars and a vocal delivery that radiates confidence. As he swears off his “old type” for good, the song leans into the wit and charm that have become his artistic signature.
Music critics are already calling it a smash:
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Holler describes it as a “powerful pop country anthem perfect for speeding along to and pounding the dash.”
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Country Central simply calls the track “downright giddy.”
With over 150 million U.S. streams already notched before its official radio impact, the track is clearly resonating with a fanbase that has propelled Wetmore to over 1.5 billion career streams in just a few short years.
A Cinematic Chase: The Music Video
Adding to the single’s momentum is an official music video that leans into a high-concept Wild West storyline. Featuring Bachelor Nation stars Hannah Godwin and Joey Graziadei, the visual centers on a “WANTED” poster for a brunette that sets a high-stakes chase in motion. It’s a polished, cinematic piece that perfectly mirrors the song’s playful energy, ending with Wetmore finding “the one” who was hiding in plain sight.
Artist Spotlight: The Pacific Northwest’s New King
Raised in Kalama, Washington, Tucker Wetmore’s path to Nashville was unconventional. A former college football player who turned to songwriting following an injury, he brought with him a diverse palette of influences—country, rock, and reggae—that have helped him redefine the “modern country” sound.
Career Milestones:
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Chart Dominance: Became the 14th artist in history to land his first two singles (“Wind Up Missin’ You” and “3,2,1”) at No. 1 in the same year.
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History-Maker: His debut album What Not To was the biggest country debut from a new artist in 2025.
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Awards & Recognition: Currently an iHeart Radio Music Awards nominee for Favorite Debut Album, following a string of ACM and CMA nominations.
Global Reach: The Brunette World Tour
Wetmore isn’t staying local. To celebrate the single’s success, he is launching The Brunette World Tour this February, taking his high-energy live show from the U.S. to the U.K. and Europe.