Amanda McCarthy’s new single, “Every Bar Downtown,” takes us on an emotional tour through Nashville’s neon-drenched streets, where every bar becomes a symbol of searching for someone you know you shouldn’t. Inspired by her own personal heartache, Amanda turns the turmoil of longing and regret into a raw, relatable anthem that blends Nashville’s country soul with her signature pop/rock edge.
In “Every Bar Downtown,” Amanda masterfully paints the picture of wandering from venue to venue, hoping to catch a glimpse of that one familiar face—yet knowing deep down it’s a lost cause. Collaborating with producer Kristian Veech, she mixes influences from Kacey Musgraves and Michelle Branch, delivering a sound that feels authentically Nashville yet refreshingly her own.
The live response has been electric, with audiences connecting deeply to the song’s emotional core. “If you’ve ever been to Nashville, you can picture exactly what I was seeing when I wrote it,” Amanda shares, adding that the song is a fan favorite at her shows.
Amanda’s journey from college dropout and young mother to a Nashville regular performing on iconic stages is reflected in every note of this track. “Every Bar Downtown” is a poignant reminder of her resilience, artistic growth, and ability to turn personal experiences into universal anthems. With a new EP and album on the way, Amanda McCarthy continues to prove she’s a force to be reckoned with.
Listen to “Every Bar Downtown” on Spotify here.
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