Six-song EP available April 17 HERE
Nashville, Tenn. — April 15, 2026 — “Budding country music star” (People) Brooke Lee lays bare her heart and soul on her upcoming sophomore EP, Desert Darling, available starting Friday, April 17 on Spirit Music/2Mix Music. “With a knack for authentic storytelling and electrifying live performances” (Cowgirl Magazine), Desert Darling’s six-songs are rooted in Brooke’s own personal journey, from carefree young love to heartbreak to self-discovery.
AVAILABLE APRIL 17: Pre-Save/Add Desert Darling EP HERE
As a writer on all six sides, Brooke wanted the music to feel authentic and reflect her live shows, including recent dates opening for NEEDTOBREATHE, so she invited her longtime touring band to track with her in the studio.
“I’m obsessed with road trips, so I intentionally crafted the songs and production to feel like the perfect soundtrack for a long drive,” shares Brooke.
Brooke returns to the road this week for headlining shows in support of her new EP, Desert Darling, including a hometown show in Charlotte, NC (4/16 @ Amos Southend), Atlanta, GA (4/17 @ Eddie’s Attic) and Nashville, TN (4/22 @ Odie’s Bar). She’ll also take the spotlight during CMA Fest (6/4 @ Wrangler Remix Stage).
In addition to starring and singing in the new “See The USA In Your Chevrolet” campaign, Brooke has recently been featured on Raised Rowdy, Today In Nashville, and the Charlotte Observer.
“My years from 19 to 25 were filled with stories and growth, and, as this chapter closes, I wanted to share the moments that impacted me most,” reveals Brooke. “’Desert Darling’ is a snapshot of my journey from a young, free-spirited 19-year-old who fell head over heels, had her heart broken, who sometimes still wonders if she’ll find that kind of love again, and now is at peace with where she is. It’s also about the girl with a best friend to share all her secrets with, and the woman learning to live fully for herself.”
TRACK LISTING: Brooke Lee – Desert Darling:
Producer: Danielle Blakey
Label: Spirit Music/2Mix Music
- Kissing A Stranger (Brooke Lee, Justin Richards)
- Desert Darling (Brooke Lee, Danielle Blakey)
- Burn To Black (Brooke Lee, Danielle Blakey, Jon Nite)
- This Roof (Brooke Lee, Justin Richards)
- I Gotta Go (Brooke Lee, Aaron Eshuis, Neil Medley)
- Just Because (Brooke Lee, Danielle Blakey, Justin Richards)
ABOUT BROOKE LEE: Born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, Brooke was thirteen when she witnessed Blue Monday enthralling an entire venue and knew she wanted to connect with people through her own music. Within two years, she had her own band and, at 21, moved to Nashville to pursue a career in country music. Since arriving, Lee has honed her craft in songwriting rooms with Spirit Music and signed with CAA.
In 2025, Brooke showcased her songwriting prowess with a steady stream of new singles, ranging from heartfelt collaborations like “Dandelion” (feat. Lukas Nelson) to anthems like “So Beautiful.” With over 120k social followers and 6 million career streams, her newest singles, “Burn To Black,” “Just Because,” and the title track, “Desert Darling,” will lead her sophomore EP, releasing April 17, 2026 on Spirit Music/2Mix Music.
Rooted in emotion and real-life experience, Brooke’s voice is marked by grit and a natural rasp, backed by a range that gives her songs weight and staying power. Writing from lived experience, her storytelling approach to songwriting balances vulnerability and strength with honest songs that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant.
In celebration of America’s 250th, Brooke is collaborating with Chevy to record and release a modern interpretation of “See The USA In Your Chevrolet,” originally popularized by Dinah Shore. Brooke also appears in the new spot, which debuted during the ’26 Winter Olympics opening ceremony, singing IRL from the tailgate of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 that was airlifted to the top of Castle Rock in Utah.
After opening for artists like NEEDTOBREATHE, Willie Nelson, Ty Myers, Wade Bowen, Gavin DeGraw, Redferrin, and Lukas Nelson, Brooke returns to the road this spring with headlining shows in Charlotte, Atlanta and Nashville, plus a performance at CMA Music Fest. Check Brookeleemusic.com for tickets and information.
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