Bayker Blankenship Releases Heartfelt New Track "300 Miles"
Bayker Blankenship, the 19-year-old country music rising star, released his new single "300 Miles" on December 11, 2024. The song, written during his last cross-country tour, explores themes of homesickness and the impact of one's roots. Blankenship describes it as a reflection on his extraordinary year and the lessons learned about balancing his music career with the longing for home.
Blankenship's musical journey began during the COVID-19 pandemic when he first picked up a guitar. He released his debut single "Can't Get Enough" in September 2021, but it was his viral success on TikTok in late 2022 that catapulted his career. His cover of Michael Marcagi's "Scared to Start," posted in January 2023, garnered over 3.4 million views.
The young artist's breakthrough came with "Maxed Out," released in April 2024, which debuted at No. 76 on the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 chart. The song also reached No. 2 on Spotify's Viral charts and No. 43 on Apple Country, accumulating over 107 million global streams. This success led to Blankenship signing an exclusive recording agreement with Lone Star/Santa Anna Records.
In July 2024, Blankenship released his debut EP "Younger Years," which garnered over 4 million streams in its first week. The EP solidified his position as a rising star in country music, demonstrating his ability to connect with audiences through his bright personality and warm heart.
Blankenship made his national television debut on CBS's Saturday Morning show on December 2, 2024, performing "Tennessee Sunset," "Maxed Out," and previewing "300 Miles." This appearance marked a significant milestone in his rapidly ascending career.
Looking ahead, Blankenship has announced "The Maxed Out Tour" for 2025, featuring 22 stops nationwide, with 12 dates already sold out. The tour kicks off on January 15, 2025, in Athens, GA, showcasing his growing popularity and dedicated fanbase.
Sources:
https://holler.country/news/breaking/bayker-blankenship-to-drop-new-single-300-miles-on-december-11/
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https://www.cbsnews.com/video/saturday-sessions-bayker-blankenship-performs-maxed-out/
