Drunken Hearts have unveiled their evocative new single, Rose Colored Eyes, a deeply introspective track released today. Featuring the legendary Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth on fiddle, the song is a powerful reflection on nostalgia, societal change, and the complexities of America’s past. The release comes at a pivotal moment with the second inauguration of Donald Trump, making its themes of reckoning and reflection particularly timely.

A masterful blend of Americana, rock, and folk, Rose Colored Eyes challenges the often-romanticized vision of the “good old days” by contrasting idealized memories with the overlooked, and often painful, truths of history. Carbone’s haunting fiddle work weaves through the song, lending an emotional depth that underscores the track’s striking lyrical message.

“Rose Colored Eyes is a call to look beyond nostalgia and confront the truths of history,” says lead singer and songwriter Andrew McConathy. “It’s about seeing things clearly while looking into the mirror—no matter how uncomfortable it might be—and striving for a future rooted in justice and understanding.”

This single is a prelude to a larger body of work from Drunken Hearts, embodying their signature sound while pushing the boundaries of storytelling in music. The accompanying artwork, a minimalist yet powerful image of a black rose against a vintage paper background, visually encapsulates the song’s themes of beauty and decay, underscoring the duality between perception and reality.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

• 2/8 – Etown Hall – Boulder, CO

• 2/22 – The Lariat – Buena Vista, CO

• 3/9 – Subaru Winterfest – Eldora, CO

• 4/5 – Bud Light Rocks the Boat – Steamboat, CO

• 4/11 – The Bluebird Theater – Denver, CO

For more information, tour dates, and music, visit www.thedrunkenhearts.com.