POURS OUT NEW ORIGINAL TUNE

“HEART BROKE IN A BAR“

No “Play It Again Sam” Heartbreak Anthem

Due May 29

For Immediate Release April 21, 2026 RISING COUNTRY MUSIC STARLET LAUREN RISMILLER POURS OUT NEW ORIGINAL TUNE”HEART BROKE IN A BAR “No “Play It Again Sam” Heartbreak Anthem Due May 29 LISTEN NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rising indie country recording artist Lauren Rismiller (Tennessee Rolling Hill Records) celebrates the release of her new single, “Heart Broke In A Bar,”* the first in her 2026 Waterfall series of recordings, slated for release on Friday, May 29, 2026. Penned by the talented Ohio-based songstress and recorded in Nashville under the direction of producer Jesse Savio and vocal engineer Adam Yust, the coming of age, heartbreak anthem is a solo pour of regret portrayed from a lonely bar stool under neon lights. I don’t mess around with no country boy Telling lies, making all the noise I don’t mess around with your devil smile The way you did me wrong, all the while I’m heart broke in a barNowhere to be except where you areI’m sittin’ pretty on a barstool, been here since noon, ain’t that the ugly truthYou left me heart broke in a barThinkin’ about you Drawing inspiration from ’90s “Women of Country” hitmakers, the instrumentation blends neo-traditional elements — mournful pedal steel and twangy electric guitar solos — with a steady acoustic rhythm. The hallmark foundation and honky tonk aesthetics frame Rismiller’s velvety-smooth, drawling vocals. Her modern soulful delivery punches the down-and-out ruminations of the chorus line, and the upbeat tempo contrasts the forlorn sentiment. A personal manifesto against nostalgia and a prequel to her November 2025 release, “I Miss Johnny,” the melancholy storyline is a personal pledge to swear off remnants of her past and anyone with “his” likeness — no do-overs, no sequels, no “repeat plays,” no “play it again, Sam.” “Playing bars in my hometown, I see lots of couples singing and dancing together, and other ’singles’ seemingly heartbroken,” Rismiller said. “The song ties together that observation and that ‘single,’ sitting in the bar all alone, contemplating the decision to use care not to make the same mistake twice — if you see ’trouble’ comin’, don’t mess around with him!”   The May release is the 20-year-old’s third studio recording. She released “I Miss Johnny,” the prequel to “Heart Broke In A Bar,” and her Holiday two-pack EP, titled MISTLETOE WON’T, in December 2025. TRACK INFO. Label: Tennessee Rolling Hill Records Written by Lauren Rismiller Produced by Jesse Savio Vocal Engineer: Adam Yust Presale/Presave Event: Friday, May 15Single Release: Friday, May 29 Distribution by Ed Gertler/Digital Distribution Services #  #  #ABOUTLauren Rismiller is a country singer-songwriter and recording artist whose music is a journal of her life experiences. Hailing from the small town of Darke County, Ohio, she threads lyrical and vocal styles akin to Jennifer Nettles and Lainey Wilson with musical compositions likened to Emily Ann Roberts. Capturing the heart of small-town living emphasized by the power of honesty, Lauren’s sound is a unique blend of nostalgic warmth and contemporary grit, where soulful melodies meet lyrics rich in emotion and vivid imagery of love, heartbreak and big dreams.The natural-born storyteller captivates listeners with her sincerity and passion for the craft. Her familiar, soulful voice and youthful spirit draw audiences into her artistry, creating an authentic and personal connection in any setting, intimate or before a crowd of many.Music is her forever passion. Guided by heart, dedication and hard work, Lauren embraces the challenges of independence with resilience and grace, forging onward to carve her own path. Fueled with a fire and an unshakable dream, she brings it all to the table with confidence and verve. Lauren is not just waiting for her career to happen; she’s making it happen.CONNECTlaurenrismiller.comFacebookInstagram