Ben Burgess Discusses Debut Album 'Tears the Size of Texas'

Ben Burgess is no stranger to country music. A gifted and prolific songwriter, Burgess has penned countless songs that fans have come to love, including "Whiskey Glasses" sung by Morgan Wallen. Now, the time has come for the singer to show everyone who he is as an artist. Burgess discussed all things Tears The Size of Texas with The Nash News, and more about the man behind some of the genre's biggest hits.

As far as wanting to pursue a career in music, Burgess knew from a young age how special music can be. "My dad raised me to be a song and dance man. He always had the video camera and his buddies around wanting me to sing some songs," shares Burgess. In Nashville, it can often be a long road to success. Burgess touched on the "yes's and no's and plenty of closed doors" that led him to where he is today. "If you think you got a talent, and you think you're good at it, you have to go for it."

Burgess' excitement and enthusiasm could be felt throughout the conversation. He went on to say, "We put so much work into the making of the album and the songs. I feel like there's so many pieces happening, and I'm so proud of it." Those "pieces" he refers to are undoubtedly the variety of stories he writes. The press release for this album described the content of his first LP as "cowboy songs and two murder ballads." The track "Kill A Man" is as honest as it comes.

"Jackson" exudes the type of country music that fans of Johnny Cash would be proud of. Burgess' vocals aim right at the heart of his listeners with every line he sings. "Ain't Got No Phone" also resembles the rough and tumble style that many look for in the genre. Burgess manages to adapt his storytelling to the modern-day appetite of fans while also pleasing fans of older country tunes. "I'm a big fan of high drama. I want the big drum roll before the chorus. I want to surprise people," he notes.

Burgess is an artist who appreciates the long road he has had to walk through. "None of this process was rushed. Some of these songs were written over a period of months," Burgess explains. He mentions the encounters of fellow artists - ones who are just starting their careers - who seem to want the easy way out. "It's taught me a lot of patience. Nothing happens quick. Taking our time on this album I hope shows through. I wanted it to be music that would last a while," Burgess states passionately.

The Texas native hopes fans will see "a grown-ass man" on this record. He adds, "I hope people see a reflection and how admitting what makes us vulnerable is what makes us stronger."

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