2024 IBMA Songwriter of the Year Rick Faris proudly unveils his uplifting new single, “Bend, Don’t Break,” available now via Dark Shadow Recording. A song of resilience and hope, “Bend, Don’t Break” showcases Faris’s evolving artistry and songwriting prowess, backed by an all-star lineup of collaborators. Listen here: https://sc.lnk.to/Ar65ql.
“I’m so proud of Rick’s growth, both as a songwriter and artist,” shares producer, engineer, and mixer Stephen Mougin. “As we enter our fourth album together and I wonder what ground we haven’t already covered, he brings songs like ‘Bend, Don’t Break.’ It’s such a positive, uplifting, and motivational tune, performed by an all-star cast. It’s clear he’s got a lot more to say!” Co-writer Rick Lang adds, “‘Bend, Don’t Break’ is a song brother Rick and I were meant to write together. We poured so much emotion into it—lyrics came straight from our hearts. We’ve both faced and overcome adversities that tested us, challenged us, and pushed us to the limit. When that happens, we rely on our core beliefs—our faith, family, and friends—to pull us through. ‘Bend, Don’t Break’ is a song of hope for all humanity, that no matter the circumstance, we can weather any storm and rise to any challenge.”
Recorded and released under the Dark Shadow Recording label (ISRC: QMEAX2500016), “Bend, Don’t Break” features Rick Faris on lead vocals and guitar, Dan Tyminski on mandolin and harmony vocals, Ron Block on banjo, Laura Orshaw on fiddle, and Mark Schatz on bass. Co-written by Rick Faris (Rickyland Publishing, BMI) and Rick Lang (Haley Anna Music, BMI), the track was produced, engineered, and mixed by Mougin, with mastering by David Glasser. For more information on Rick Faris and his music, visit https://rickfaris.com/home or follow him on social media.
