Aaron Watson's The Underdog made music history upon its original release on February 17, 2015, becoming the first independently distributed and promoted album from a solo male artist to debut at #1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. Despite being Watson's twelfth studio album, it sent shockwaves through Nashville and beyond, proving that an independent country artist could compete — and win — without the backing of a major label.
The album is a landmark release in modern country music, featuring fan favorites and hits including "Freight Train," "That Look," "Getaway Truck," "Bluebonnets," and the Texas independent music anthem "Fencepost." Produced by Keith Stegall and Aaron Watson, The Underdog helped reshape the country music landscape and remains a pivotal inspiration for DIY and independent artists worldwide. Now available commercially on vinyl for the first time as a 10th Anniversary release, this is the definitive way to experience these recordings as they were meant to be heard.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Adub Records
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 02/21/2025
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TRACKS
A1. The Prayer
A2. Wildfire
A3. Freight Train
A4. That Look
A5. Getaway Truck
B1. Bluebonnets (Julia's Song)
B2. That's Why God Loves Cowboys
B3. That's Gonna Leave A Mark
B4. The Underdog
C1. Blame It On Those Baby Blues
C2. One Of Your Nights
C3. Family Tree
C4. Rodeo Queen
C5. Fence Post
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