Today, up-and-coming singer/songwriter George Pippen releases his debut EP Magnolia Nights — a powerful introduction to the Indiana-bred artist’s heartfelt but cinematic form of Country-Rock. Out now via Virgin Music Group, the six-song project arrives as Pippen gets set to take the stage as support for Country superstar Megan Moroney tonight (10/11) in El Dorado, AR. Go here to listen to Magnolia Nights now.
Rooted in Pippen’s raspy vocal work and sharply detailed storytelling, Magnolia Nights includes standouts like his breakout single “Speedin’” — an August release that quickly landed on coveted playlists like Apple Music’s New in Country and Spotify’s All New Country and earned raves from Whiskey Riff, Holler, and more. In the tradition of Heartland Rock icons like Tom Petty (one of Pippen’s main influences), the Nashville-based 27-year-old infuses his songs with equal parts fiery spirit and full-hearted emotion, all while dreaming up an entirely fresh sound graced with the lush instrumentation of classic Country and modern-day Indie-Folk.
Along with “Speedin’” (a wildly soaring epic featuring a scorching guitar solo), Magnolia Nights includes the previously released “Indiana Knows My Name” (a folky and finespun track that’s amassed nearly 400K views on TikTok) and “Silence in the Suburbs” (a fast-driving ode to the simple life). After opening on a windows-down anthem called “I-65” — the first song Pippen wrote upon moving to Nashville in early 2024 — the EP slips into the starry-eyed reverie of “Moonlight Magnolia Drawl” and then launches into the full-tilt joy of “Where I’ll Be” (a harmony-laced love song to his hometown). Whether he’s singing the praises of his beloved home state, celebrating the thrill of the open road, or capturing all the confusion and melancholy in coming of age, Pippen proves his incredible gift for crafting songs that evoke a warm and lovely nostalgia.
Raised in Carmel, Indiana, Pippen got his start as a tour manager and traveled all over North America and Europe while working for a multitude of established artists from a variety of genres. At the encouragement of several friends who worked in the music industry, he began exploring his own musical side and soon discovered his innate vocal talents, as well as an intense passion for songwriting. As he honed his musical skills and sharpened his songcraft (in part by learning to play guitar), Pippen eventually moved from Los Angeles to Nashville to develop his career and create his debut body of work. Following the release of Magnolia Nights, he’ll deliver his debut album in early 2025.
After opening for Megan Moroney tonight at El Dorado’s First Financial Music Hall, Pippen will serve as support for singer/songwriter David Kushner at the Egyptian Room at Old National Centre in Indianapolis on October 22. Pippen’s upcoming live dates also include an invite-only event on October 24 at Soundroom in Nashville (an exclusive live music experience filmed and shared with the world; learn more at hellosoundroom.com).
