GRAVES MAKES HIS CMA FEST PERFORMANCE DEBUT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 6, 2025) – Today, MCA singer-songwriter Colt Graves releases the breakup track “Be Both Lie.” Written by Graves, Jeff Calvert, Deacon Crisman, Mitchel Douglas, Jake Parshall, and David Tarter, the song describes the cycle of a relationship that isn’t working yet continues. The song was released just as Graves was making his debut at Nashville’s CMA Fest, with a performance on the Hard Rock Stage (6/5). Graves will also perform later today at MCA’s Sounds Like Nashville Live at Skydeck on Broadway.

LISTEN TO “WE BOTH LIE” | HERE

“‘We Both Lie’ dives deep into the cycle of a toxic relationship where love, lies, and late-night fights bleed into makeups and morning regrets,” says Graves. “It’s about two people stuck in a loop of passion and pain, holding onto each other even when they know they’re tearing each other apart.”

About Colt Graves

Hailing from the musical heartland of Owensboro, Kentucky, Colt Graves carries a legacy of music in his veins. He honed his craft under the guiding influence of his legendary grandfather, the revered Bluegrass Hall of Fame Member, Josh Graves. From a young age, Colt’s passion for songwriting ignited, setting the stage for a genre-crossing musical journey that would ultimately lead him to embark on a solo career in 2021. Colt is a storyteller, an artist who captivates audiences with emotionally resonant narratives that span the spectrum of human experience. His music is a fusion of folk, country, and a blend of modern influences drawn from the realms of pop and hip-hop. What sets Colt apart is his ability to seamlessly meld the traditional with the contemporary, fusing powerful vocals with the twang of classic country instruments and the pulse of modern beats. The result is a distinct and compelling musical experience that leaves a mark on the soul. Graves was discovered by Timbaland and is signed to MCA in association with Timbaland’s Mosley Music.