By Colin 
Kassidy Kiernan steps onto the UK country scene with her debut single ‘Whiskey Off Your Lips’, released on 24 October. The track, produced by Tom Auton, introduces a sound that is soulful, sultry and full of heart. For a first release, it is strikingly self-assured, the work of an artist who already knows her voice.
Written earlier this year, ‘Whiskey Off Your Lips’ captures the electricity of connection. It is about the pull toward someone you know is right for you, told through the lens of temptation, warmth and undeniable chemistry. Kassidy’s storytelling blends traditional country honesty with a modern, soulful twist that gives the song its own identity.
Her vocals are smoky yet smooth, carrying emotion without overreaching. There is an intimacy to her delivery that draws listeners in, while the production adds depth and sensuality. Tom Auton’s work behind the desk gives the track a rich polish, balancing clean guitars and subtle percussion with space for the vocal to breathe. The result is a single that feels timeless but fresh, contemporary country with the weight of real feeling behind it.
A debut that sets the tone
‘Whiskey Off Your Lips’ makes a clear statement about who Kassidy is as an artist. It is bold but refined, emotional but never sentimental. Her lyrics tell a story that feels both personal and universal, exploring that first spark of desire through vivid, tactile imagery. It is country music with soul, grounded in melody and authenticity.
Coming from the North West of England, Kassidy joins a wave of UK country artists proving the genre’s reach far beyond Nashville. Her style leans into the sensual side of country, echoing the emotional honesty of artists like Kacey Musgraves and Tenille Townes but with her own British edge. Every line feels intentional, written from a place of lived experience and self-awareness.
There is a sense that this debut is not just a single but a first chapter. Kassidy’s writing already shows a balance between sensitivity and confidence, and her voice carries that same duality. The song’s title might suggest temptation, but beneath the surface it is about connection and truth, about the moment you recognise something real.
Review
‘Whiskey Off Your Lips’ is a beautiful debut. Kassidy’s performance is effortlessly captivating, blending strength and softness in perfect measure. The track’s warmth and sensuality never feel forced; they emerge naturally through her phrasing and tone. It is country music at its most emotive, honest, stylish and full of depth.
With Tom Auton’s production highlighting her vocal and songwriting talents, Kassidy Kiernan makes an entrance that feels both confident and genuine. If this is how she is beginning, the future looks bright for one of the UK’s most promising new country voices.
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