Josh Ross Released New Single Drink Things Through
The country artist launched his latest track following a successful run of awards and global streaming milestones.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Country
Country music star Josh Ross has released his latest single, Drink Things Through, via Universal Music Canada, MCA, and CORE Records. The track was produced in Nashville by Matt Geroux.
Why it matters
The release builds on the momentum of Ross, who has reached significant milestones in global streaming and critical recognition within the country music industry.
Josh Ross has surpassed 1.6 billion global streams and recently secured his third consecutive Single of the Year award at the 2026 CCMA Awards. This performance follows a fifty-year milestone for a solo Canadian male artist on radio.
The players
Josh Ross
He is an acclaimed country music artist who has achieved significant radio and streaming success in both Canada and the United States.
Dan + Shay
This is a prominent American country music duo consisting of Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney known for their multi-platinum records and Grammy wins.
Matt Geroux
He is a professional music producer based in Nashville who works with rising country music talent.
Chad Kroeger
He is a well-known musician and songwriter who is also the lead vocalist and guitarist for the rock band Nickelback.
The details
Co-written by Chad Kroeger, Mitchy Collins, Lazz Principato, and Jeremy Dussolliet, the song was teased by Ross on social media before its official drop. Ross had previously integrated the unreleased material into his live performances throughout the fall.
Timeline
Josh Ross won Country Album of the Year at the 2025 JUNOs.
Josh Ross won Single of the Year at the 2026 CCMA Awards.
The artist is touring with Dan + Shay during the fall of 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The release follows the 2026 CCMA Awards Single of the Year win, positioning Ross at the center of a trend where Canadian country artists are leveraging domestic success for international touring deals. This movement mirrors broader shifts in the genre where artists prioritize rapid, digitally-native fan engagement to bridge regional markets.
Fans can stream the new track on major digital platforms or catch the artist live during his current U.S. tour. Access to the song is immediate across all standard global distribution channels.
The takeaway
The release of Drink Things Through highlights the strategic importance of live-testing new music during high-profile tours to build anticipation. Fans who have followed the artist's recent award season success can expect a continuation of his established country sound.
Further reading
Discover more about the genre's rising stars in our Country section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by uDiscover Music.
