Mae Estes Will Release EP The 90s Called
Country artist Mae Estes is set to release a new six-song EP on October 16, 2026, through Blue Highway Records.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Country
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Country singer Mae Estes announced the upcoming release of her six-song EP, The 90s Called, scheduled for October 16, 2026. The project will feature a mix of classic country covers and an original title track.
Why it matters
The upcoming EP serves as a heartfelt tribute to the musical artists and influences that defined the singer's sound. It highlights her connection to country music history by revisiting iconic songs from the nineties.
The upcoming EP features six tracks, including covers of songs originally recorded by Shenandoah, Brooks & Dunn, K.T. Oslin, Lee Ann Womack, and Patty Loveless.
The players
Mae Estes
Mae Estes is a country music singer and songwriter who draws inspiration from 1990s country artists.
Blue Highway Records
Blue Highway Records is the record label responsible for distributing Mae Estes' upcoming musical project.
Paul Sikes
Paul Sikes is a music producer who oversaw the creation of the upcoming EP.
The details
Produced by Paul Sikes, the collection features instrumental contributions from musicians Joe Spivey, Trey Hensley, Josh Matheny, and Lonnie Wilson. The EP's title track was written by songwriters Benjy Davis and Aaron Raitiere.
Timeline
September 21, 2026: The project news was formally announced.
October 16, 2026: The EP The 90s Called will be released.
Industry Dynamics
This EP participates in the broader industry trend of artists looking to 1990s country nostalgia to connect with modern audiences. It highlights how current country stars use covers to bridge the gap between their own original work and the foundational sounds of their predecessors.
Fans can currently access the track You Can Feel Bad ahead of the full project launch. The complete EP will be available for streaming and digital purchase when it arrives on October 16, 2026.
The takeaway
Nostalgia continues to play a major role in how new country music is marketed to listeners. By blending original tracks with covers, artists create accessible entry points for fans of both traditional and modern country music.
Further reading
Explore more news and upcoming album releases on the Country section of our site.
Source note: This article includes information reported by MusicRow.
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