Maddie & Tae
Harmonious country pop that balances sharp-witted social commentary with deeply vulnerable heartbreak. Polished, earnest, and built for long drives and late-night talks.
Harmonious country pop that balances sharp-witted social commentary with deeply vulnerable heartbreak. Polished, earnest, and built for long drives and late-night talks.
Maddie & Tae create a sound that feels like a conversation between lifelong friends. It is rooted in the storytelling traditions of country music but dressed in a shimmering pop production that makes every hook land with precision. Their music occupies the space between the defiant energy of a night out and the quiet, reflective moments of a morning after, always anchored by their signature vocal blend.
What truly sets them apart is the 'blood harmony' quality of their voices, despite not being related. They use their vocal interplay not just for melody, but as a structural element that reinforces the emotional stakes of their lyrics. Whether they are skewering industry tropes or detailing the granular pain of a breakup, there is a consistent sense of shared perspective and mutual support radiating through the speakers.
Start with 'Girl in a Country Song' to hear their sharp, satirical edge, then move to 'Die From a Broken Heart' to experience the full weight of their emotional maturity. It is music for anyone who values honesty as much as a catchy chorus, perfect for navigating the complexities of modern relationships and self-discovery.
Maddie & Tae are an American female country music duo composed of Maddie Font (née Marlow) and Taylor "Tae" Kerr (née Dye), both of whom are singers, songwriters, and guitarists. The duo was signed to the revived Dot Records in 2014. Their debut album, Start Here, was released on August 28, 2015, and includes the singles "Girl in a Country Song", "Fly", "Shut Up and Fish", and "Sierra". Following the closure of Dot Records, they signed to Mercury Nashville in 2018. They released their second studio album The Way It Feels in April 2020, and the first part of their third studio album, Through The Madness in 2022.
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