“Better Days Ahead”, the new single from country rock band Chris Johnson & The Hollywood Hillbillies, is out now as the first official release from newly launched record label and creative platform Rustbelt Electric.
The track is taken from the upcoming album Tales From The Cowboy Palace, set for release on November 11, 2026 via Rustbelt Electric.
Watch the video of “Better Days Ahead”:
About the song:
“Better Days Ahead” is a heartfelt Country Rock anthem built around resilience, perseverance and the everyday struggles of working-class life. Driven by gritty vocals, uplifting melodies and a classic Americana spirit, the song blends modern Country Rock with Southern Rock influences, recalling artists such as Chris Stapleton, The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Taken from the upcoming album Tales From The Cowboy Palace, the track showcases Chris Johnson & The Hollywood Hillbillies at their most authentic: honest storytelling, powerful musicianship and an uplifting message about never giving up, even when life keeps pushing you down. A feel-good yet deeply relatable song that speaks to anyone chasing a better future while staying true to their roots.
Engineered and mixed by Nick Morzov
Additional engineering by Rick Musallam
Mastered by Alex DeYoung
Producer: Nick Morzov
Executive Producer: Fabrizio ”Fab” Grossi
Recorded at Raw Dog Studio – N.Hollywood,CA
Additional recording Peace Maker Studio – N.Hollywood,CA
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Line up:
Chris Johnson: vocals, guitar
Jordan Ziff: guitar
Federico Delfino: bass guitar
Stephen Haaker: drums
Skip Edwards: Keyboards
Miles Napier: Keyboards
Aubrey Richmond: Fiddle & backing vocals
Randall Hess: Pedal Steel
Release date: November 27, 2026
Tracklist:
1. Six Feet Under
2. Come back to me
3. Better Days ahead
4. Till the end of time
5. Make you mine
6. Live to Ride
7. I release you
8. Hollywood Angel
9. I Dream of you
10. By my side
11. Days like these
The Hollywood Hillbillies’ website
Scream For Existence’s website