Canadian-born, Nashville-based country artist Drew Taylor on new single 'MAKERS'

Описание: Canadian-born, Nashville-based country artist Drew Taylor is continuing his steady rise with the release of the music video for his latest single “MAKERS,” unveiled via All Country News.

The song leans into the slow burn of unexpected chemistry, drawing a vivid parallel between falling in love and savoring a good whiskey, where each moment lingers and deepens with time.

SWOMP caught up with Taylor for an interview to discuss the track.

“MAKERS” arrives at a pivotal moment for Taylor, who recently signed with independent label T&L Records Nashville and is building momentum off a growing catalog of streaming and chart success. The single is positioned as the start of a new chapter, with more music on the way and an audience that continues to expand on both sides of the border.

Born in Waterloo, Ont., Taylor’s path to country music was anything but typical. Raised around music through his father, who played alongside country icons such as George Strait and Kenny Rogers, Taylor still found himself fronting a screamo band in Canada, sharing stages with acts like Underoath and Atreyu. For years, music competed with other responsibilities, including work as a firefighter and entrepreneur, before he committed fully to songwriting and performing.

That commitment has translated into tangible results. In 2022, Taylor earned wildcard winner honours at the Boots & Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase, performing on the festival’s Front Porch stage. The following year, his single “Wish I Didn’t” reached No. 1 on SiriusXM’s Top of the Country. In early 2025, “Nobody I Know” continued the upward trajectory, surpassing a quarter-million streams on Spotify and cementing his place among Canada’s most promising country exports.

Songs such as “Music To My Beers” and “Get The Truck Outta Here” have further showcased Taylor’s blend of modern country production and sharp, relatable lyrics, with several tracks finding a home on the Music Row Country Breakout Chart. Along the way, he has shared the stage with artists including Tanya Tucker, Kane Brown, Paul Brandt and Cory Marks, gaining experience that has shaped his confident, road-tested sound.

Despite the accolades and growing profile, Taylor remains grounded in his approach to songwriting. Connecting with listeners has always been the priority. “If a song touches somebody, then I’ve done my job,” he said, a philosophy that continues to guide his work.

With “MAKERS,” Drew Taylor reinforces that his rise has been built patiently and deliberately, honoring the traditions of country music while pushing its edges forward. As new music looms, the proof, as the song suggests, is in the pour.

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