Multi-platinum, 3x JUNO Award-winning country entertainer Brett Kissel celebrates the backbone of rural life with the release of his anthemic new single “Farmer,” featuring Platinum selling country artist Lee Brice. Available everywhere today, the track stands as a heartfelt tribute to the people whose grit, sacrifice, and steadfast spirit keep communities thriving. Built around the hook “the only thing tougher than the farm is the farmer,” the song arrives as one of Kissel’s most resonant anthems to date.
Speaking on the collaboration, Kissel shares: “The farming community is made up of some very special and extremely hard working people. It is an honour for Lee and I to give this anthem to them as a simple token of appreciation for all that they do. They feed the world and show us how to be better humans on a daily basis. God bless the farmer.”
Rooted in storytelling and lifted by the unmistakable blend of Kissel and Brice’s voices, “Farmer” underscores the pair’s shared reverence for rural culture and the people who live it every day. The release also arrives as Kissel prepares to join Brice as direct support on select dates of the 2026 Sunriser Tour, a run that promises big crowds, big moments, and the signature storytelling Brice has become known for.
“I am sooo excited for April when I get to hit the road with my buddy Lee Brice,” Kissel adds. “He’s such an amazing writer, singer, and performer. What a night of music and fun each show will be and I am so stoked to get back playing in some of my favourite arenas in Canada. Let’s GO!!!”
Kissel will join Brice for the Canadian stops kicking off April 11 in Kelowna and continuing through Western Canada, Manitoba, and Ontario. Alongside the tour, Kissel is gearing up for a major 2026 festival season that includes Boots & Hearts, Dauphin’s Countryfest, Route 905 Festival, and more.
The tour follows a landmark year for Kissel, who has continued to amplify his artistic momentum across radio, streaming, and the stage. Kissel entered 2025 with the release of his Let Your Horses Run album, which produced a string of Top 10 singles including “Let Your Horses Run,” “Another One,” and “Cowboys & Dreamers,” which climbed into the Top 5, and earned six CCMA Award nominations. He expanded the project this fall with Let Your Horses Run (Deluxe), highlighted by his high-profile collaboration with Dierks Bentley on “Hurtin’ Songs,” and delivered new fan favourites like “Heart To Forget.” Kissel will cap off the year with an unforgettable evening at the Silent Ice Center on New Year’s Eve, promising a night filled with music, memories, and celebration as fans gather to count down to 2026 together.
With national tour dates, major festival announcements, and a steady wave of radio support, Kissel’s current chapter marks one of the most dynamic and defining periods of his career. For more information on new music and tour dates heading into 2026, visit www.brettkissel.com.
