Matt Burke is back with a high-energy, rock-infused country anthem titled “THIRSTY”, a track that captures the Friday night escape from the grind of the workweek. Now available on all streaming platforms, “THIRSTY” blends swampy Drop D guitar riffs, pounding drums, and gritty distortion, pushing beyond traditional country boundaries while staying true to Burke’s authentic storytelling.
Built around the paycheck-to-party progression familiar to working Americans everywhere, the song delivers an anthemic release for those who’ve earned it.
“After a week of overtime and pushing through, there’s that moment when you clock out on Friday, see the paycheck hit, and make that decision to blow off some steam,” Burke explains. “This song captures that universal feeling of deserving a release after earning it through hard work. It’s struggle country through and through – the hard times make the good times that much sweeter.”
Produced by Jason Bobo at 8080 Studios in Nashville, “THIRSTY” features a powerhouse lineup of musicians, delivering Burke’s most aggressive sound to date. With its country-meets-rock intensity, the track has already generated buzz from sync agents seeking music for TV and film placement.
The accompanying music video, shot guerilla-style in Nashville using iPhones, follows Burke from gritty blue-collar work scenes by train tracks and industrial sites through progressively wilder bar scenes, culminating in an inevitable late-night stop at Waffle House. This raw, authentic approach perfectly mirrors the song’s spirit and working-class ethos.
Burke’s “struggle country” catalog continues to gain traction, now boasting over 10,500 monthly Spotify listeners. Following a successful Florida tour and regular performances at top Nashville venues like Ole Red and Hampton Social, Burke is solidifying his place in the city’s competitive country music scene. His rising profile has also caught the attention of major publications, with SPIN Magazine coverage in development.
