William Beckmann - Whiskey Lies & Alibis (CD)

William Beckmann is drawn to things that have stories to tell: historic buildings, old guitars, the vintage typewriter on which he writes all of his lyrics. And if you call the Texas singer-songwriter an “old soul,” the 28- year-old will take it as a compliment. Beckmann — a thrilling vocalist who sings in both English and Spanish — has been recording and performing a type of vibrant, modern-day country music that also pays tribute to what came before. Hailing from the small border town of Del Rio, TX, William Beckmann was raised on classic country as well as the mariachi and Norteño sounds of northern Mexico. His 2022 album Faded Memories features the slow-burn single “Bourbon Whiskey,” the mesmerizing cover of Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m On Fire,” and the haunting “In The Dark.” The album garnered praise from critics including American Songwriter, Billboard, CMT and more. 2023’s album Here’s To You, Here’s To Me included the fan-favorite, “Tennessee Drinkin,’” and was Beckmann’s fifth consecutive song to hit Top 20 on the Texas Regional Radio Chart. He has spent the last year touring with artists including Parker McCollum, Hank Williams Jr., Charley Crockett, and the Randy Rogers Band in addition to selling out five of his own shows at the legendary Gruene Hall and headlining Billy Bob’s Texas. In the Spring of 2023, Beckmann made his Grand Ole Opry debut and one year later he signed a record deal with Warner Music Nashville.

SIDE A
1. Honky Tonk Blue
2. Makin’ Them Hate Me
3. California Quake
4. Lonely Over You
5. Neon Sounds
6. Whiskey Lies & Alibis
7. Game I Like To Play
8. Be Your Man
9. Not That Strong
10. Starting Over Again
11. Borderline Crazy
12. Por Mujeres Como Tú
15. I Bloom Crystal Clear