If you haven’t heard Sterling Drake yet, now’s the time to start listening. His new single “In My Dreams” isn’t just a song—it’s a reminder of what makes country music real.
This is a man who isn’t just playing cowboy—he lives it. A real-life rancher out in Montana, Drake pulls from country, folk and bluegrass, weaving them together in a way that feels timeless and fresh all at once. It’s traditional country through and through, but it’s also sitting right in that sweet spot of the modern resurgence.
And while he’s still finding his sound, what’s already there is undeniable.
There’s something about Sterling Drake’s voice that grabs you. It’s rich, inviting, and steeped in the kind of tradition that makes you feel like you’re listening to a lost classic. You can tell this guy isn’t just making music for the sake of it, he’s living the life.
That authenticity has already earned him Male Honky Tonk Artist of the Year at the Ameripolitan Awards, proving he’s got the respect of the traditional country and honky-tonk community. And honestly? There’s nothing more real than a cowboy from Montana singing country songs.
Drake calls “In My Dreams” a reminder to himself to stay focused on his goals and embrace the unknown. And if there’s one thing country music has always been about, it’s the push to chase your dreams, no matter how uncertain the road is.
This track is for every artist grinding it out, every rancher working sunup to sundown, every person out there trying to make something happen for themselves. It’s as much a cowboy anthem as it is a song for anyone who’s ever taken a risk to go after what they love.
Coming May 2, Drake’s debut album The Shape I’m In promises to be deeply personal, touching on love, heartbreak, purpose, and the road back home. It’s a collection of songs that doesn’t just tell his story—it reflects something bigger, that search for belonging that makes country music so powerful.
With traditional country making a serious comeback, there’s never been a better time for artists like Sterling Drake to rise up. He’s not just bringing the sound—he’s bringing the life behind it, too.
So stream “In My Dreams,” pre-save the album, and get ready for some damn good country music.