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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Breakout country powerhouse Kassi Ashton strips it back and turns up the vulnerability with the release of “Sounds Like Something I’d Say” (Acoustic) featuring Parker McCollum, available everywhere now via MCA – Listen HERE.
The reimagined acoustic rendition of the fan-favorite track highlights the raw chemistry between Ashton and McCollum, trading polished production for intimate instrumentation that brings the song’s sharp wit and emotional undercurrent into even clearer focus. Anchored by acoustic guitar and the duo’s unmistakable vocals, the track captures the spark, tension, and authenticity that made the original collaboration resonate with listeners.
Originally released as part of Kassi’s Deluxe album Made From The Dirt: The Blooms, the song has become a fan and industry favorite following multiple viral live performances from the duo on tour. The acoustic version further spotlights that natural synergy, offering a fresh perspective on the song’s biting honesty and undeniable charm.
“Country music is and has always been about the song at its rawest form,” says Ashton. “This is the best way to honor that.”
With this acoustic take on “Sounds Like Something I’d Say,” Ashton proves that sometimes less truly is more — delivering a version that feels personal, powerful, and impossible to ignore.
The release kicks off the year for Ashton, who continues to build momentum as one of country music’s most compelling voices. Known for her fearless storytelling, powerhouse vocals, and genre-blurring edge, Ashton has earned acclaim for carving her own lane in the Nashville landscape. With new music and exciting tour dates, 2026 is positioned to be a great year for Kassi!
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ABOUT KASSI ASHTON
With a little bit of rock, a hell of a lot of soul, and a throwback R&B groove, MCA’s Kassi Ashton is set to take the music world by storm.
“Kassi Ashton is in line for Nashville domination, and she’ll do it her way – unapologetically,” proclaims PEOPLE Magazine. The California, Missouri singer/songwriter touched down with a string of critically acclaimed tracks released by UMG Nashville with Interscope Records. Her introductory release “California, Missouri” stirred widespread critical acclaim from Taste of Country, CMT, The Boot, and many more. Kassi was also named as an Artist to Watch by Huffington Post, The Tennessean, and radio personality Bobby Bones. Rolling Stone lauds her as “a devilish songwriter who isn’t afraid to flip convention on its head,” while Refinery29 claims, “she blends pop aesthetics with a presence doused in no-fucks-left-to-give authenticity,” PAPER Magazine calls her “the next big country superstar,” and American Songwriter notes, “Ashton brings powerful storytelling and a sense of poetry in every release.”
Kassi defies convention and continues to deliver her signature style with confessional, catchy storytelling and dynamic vocal performances on songs including her latest, “Drive You Out of My Mind,” and critically acclaimed releases “Dates In Pickup Trucks,” “Heavyweight,” “California, Missouri,” “Hopeless,” “Violins,” and more. This year, Kassi will continue to disrupt the country scene with some of her most powerful music to date.

