SIGNS WITH THE NEAL AGENCY FOR BOOKING REPRESENTATION

ON TOUR WITHERNEST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Friday, Jan. 16, 2026

NASHVILLE, TENN. – Today DeVille Records’ singer-songwriter Cody Lohden releases new song “Buckle Up.” Matching smooth country sonics and a vibrant vocal, “Buckle Up” continues Lohden’s rise as a promising up-and-comer with a knack for penning irresistible tracks.

“I’m excited to finally get things moving,” shares Lohden. “I’ve been working day and night writing songs and really honing in on my craft and sound. Stoked for the world to hear everything we’ve been cooking up, starting with ‘Buckle Up’!”

Alongside the release, Lohden announces his signing with The Neal Agency for booking representation.

“Cody is an incredibly gifted songwriter and artist with a dedication to his craft that is infectious,” The Neal Agency agent Simone Chretienadds. “We can’t wait for the world to hear what he’s poured his heart into over the past year. We are excited to partner with him to take his artistry on the road and to connect with country music fans worldwide.”

Written alongside Rian Ball, Matt Mulhare and Roger Springer, today’s “Buckle Up” explores love and spontaneity. The new song follows previously released debut single, “Tail Light, Porch Light, Miller Lite.” The former firefighter / paramedic born and raised in Garfield, Kentucky, sat down with Dirt Road Country this week to talk about “Buckle Up.” Watch the interview here.

Beginning in late February through early March, Lohden will support ERNEST on his Live From The SouthTour. Stay up to date with Cody Lohden here. 

Supporting ERNEST on the Live From The South Tour

Feb 19 – Georgia Theatre – Athens, GA

Feb 20 – Coyote Joe’s – Charlotte, NC

Feb 26 – FIVE – Jacksonville, FL

Feb 27 – Charleston Music Hall – Charleston, SC

Feb 28 – The NorVa – Norfolk, VA

Mar 5 – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre – Indianapolis, IN

Mar 6 – Joe’s Live – Rosemont, IL

Mar 7 – The Bluestone – Columbus, OH

ABOUT CODY LOHDEN

A vocal powerhouse with both the pipes and penmanship of an authentic country hero, Cody Lohden is a singer-songwriter signed to ERN’s Cadillac Music / DeVille Records, primed for a creative breakout. The former firefighter / paramedic spent the last few years on a unique story of self-styled success and now answers the call of a new artistic chapter. Raised in Garfield, Kentucky, Lohden got his first guitar at 12 and quickly put it to use, drawn to the simplicity of country craftsmen like Keith Whitley and Don Williams, and the greasy grit of rockers like Bob Seger. He joined the school choir but was too shy to sing solo … until Lohden’s dad entered him in a local singing competition, which he won. Performing for a crowd of 800, his stage fright was replaced by a passion for the stage, and Lohden went on to make monthly trips to Nashville, learning to write songs with a lived-in mix of heart and hooks. Lohden was releasing music independently while living on a buddy’s couch for 6 months when one of his TikTok videos went viral, connecting the raw talent with hitmaker ERNEST. Lohden signed a publishing deal with ERN’s Cadillac Music four months before making the move to Nashville, and has since toured in support of Bailey Zimmerman, Walker Hayes and ERNEST, while co-writing cuts for ERNEST, Zimmerman, Austin Snell and others. Matching smooth country sonics and a vibrant vocal with a modern, lyric-driven edge, tracks like “Tail Light, Porch Light, Miller Lite” and “Buckle Up” define his artistry. Beginning in February, Lohden will support ERNEST on his Live From The South Tour. 

CONNECT WITH CODY LOHDEN

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