Florida Georgia Line | Life Rolls On
Country’s favorite party duo grow into the wisdom of their years for Life Rolls On, mixing big beats and good times with a few themes on the thoughtful side. Marking their first full-length set as co-producers, 16 tracks find Florida Georgia Line nearly a decade beyond “Cruise.” (Available Feb. 12)
Mando Saenz | All My Shame
Sharp-penned wordsmith Mando Saenz finds a creative equal on All My Shame, moving beyond his Texas roots in typically tasteful style. Teaming with Wilco founder Ken Coomer, they imagine a rock soundscape diverse and detailed enough for Saenz’s expansive, story-based lyrics. (Available Feb. 26)
Olivia Ellen Lloyd | Loose Cannon
Olivia Ellen Lloyd’s Loose Cannon is a debut album with the feel of a musical self-portrait. A woozy tribute to coming of age, questioning everything, and ending up right where you started, the West Virginia native embraces her colorful quirks with an un-jaded folk and Americana sound. (Available Feb. 26)