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2.0
Studio album by
Brett Young
ReleasedJune 20, 2025 (2025-06-20)
GenreCountry
Length33:30
Label
Producer
Brett Young chronology
Across the Sheets
(2023) 		2.0
(2025)
Singles from 2.0
  1. "Drink with You"
    Released: April 11, 2025

2.0 is the fifth studio album by American country music singer and songwriter Brett Young. It was released on June 20, 2025, through Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment and Big Machine Records.[1][2] The album marks Young's fifth release on a major label and his ninth overall. 2.0 is produced by Jimmy Robbins and Dann Huff, with Jimmy Harnen serving as executive producer.

It was promoted with the release of multiple promotional singles, and "Drink with You" was released on April 11, 2025, as the album's lead single to country radio.[3] The record includes collaborations by Lady A, George Birge, and Hannah McFarland, with the latter featuring in a re-recording of Young's 2017 hit single "In Case You Didn't Know".[4]

Background and release

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The album's announcement was made on April 9, 2025, alongside with the tracklist, artwork and credits.[5][6] The album pre-order was made available on April 11, 2025, with the release of the single "Drink with You".[7]

"It's always my goal to be real and transparent and connect with my audience, whether that means writing a song about what happened yesterday or revisiting past experiences [...] It should always be about a connection with the listeners. 2.0 feels really special to me, and I'm very proud of it. I hope it makes people want to come out and see the live show even more."

— Brett Young, for the album press release[8]

Promotion

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In support of 2.0, Brett Young is expected to continue with his Back To Basics World Tour in 2025, which will feature performances of the new material.[9][10]

To promote the album, multiple promotional singles were released. The first of which, "Goodnight Into Good Morning", was released on July 19, 2024.[11][12][13] "Say Less", "Kiss to Forget", and "Tastes Like You" were released as the second, third, and fourth promotional singles, respectively.[14][15][16][17][18]

The album's lead single, "Drink with You", was released alongside the album announcement on April 11, 2025.[3][19] It debuted at number 41 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.[20]

Critical reception

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Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Entertainment Focus[21]

2.0 was met with generally positive reviews from music critics, with many praising it as one of Young's most personal and refinest works to date.[22][23]

Nicole Piering of Country Swag noted that on 2.0, Young "takes listeners on a journey of life, love, and everything in-between," while sounding "more confident and passionate than ever before."[22]

Similarly, James Daykin of Entertainment Focus, highlighted the album as "one of 2025's most compelling country-pop albums", describing it as "a collection that both honours his roots and points toward the future."[23]

Track listing

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2.0 track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Drink with You"
2:51
2."Kiss to Forget"
Robbins2:44
3."Who I Do It For" (featuring Lady A)
  • Young
  • Nite
  • Kyle Schlienger
  • Robbins
  • Needleman[v]
2:57
4."Goodnight Into Good Morning"
  • Young
  • Nite
  • Robbins
Robbins3:22
5."That Ain't Yours"
  • Robbins
  • Needleman[v]
3:01
6."You Don't Know What You're Missing" (featuring George Birge)
Dann Huff3:11
7."Full House"
Robbins3:15
8."Tastes Like You"
  • Young
  • Nite
  • Justin Ebach
  • Noah Needleman
Justin Ebach3:21
9."You Still Got It"
  • Young
  • Dave Pittenger
  • Justin Wilson
Robbins3:27
10."Say Less"
  • Young
  • Ebach
  • Ben Caver
Huff3:22
11."In Case You Didn't Know 2.0" (featuring Hannah McFarland)
Huff3:59
Total length:33:30

Note

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  • ^[v] signifies a vocal producer

Personnel

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Credits adapted from Tidal.[24]

Musicians

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  • Brett Young – lead vocals
  • Jimmy Robbins – piano (tracks 1–5, 7, 9, 10); acoustic guitar, background vocals, bass, electric guitar, keyboards, percussion, programming, synthesizer (1–5, 7, 9); mandolin (1, 3–5, 7, 9), banjo (1, 3), baritone guitar (2, 4), Hammond B3 (2), harmonica (5)
  • Miles McPherson – drums (1–5, 7, 9), percussion (2, 4, 7, 9)
  • Jonny Fung – pedal steel guitar (1, 3, 5, 9), Dobro guitar (1)
  • Allie Lawn – cello (1, 3, 5, 9)
  • Emily Weisband – background vocals (1)
  • Jenee Fleenor – fiddle (2, 6–8, 10, 11)
  • Ben Caver – background vocals (2, 10, 11)
  • Lady A – vocals (3)
  • Rob McNelley – electric guitar (6, 8, 10)
  • Kris Donegan – acoustic guitar (6, 10)
  • Josh Reedy – background vocals (6)
  • Jimmie Lee Sloas – bass (6)
  • Jerry Roe – drums (6)
  • George Birge – vocals (6)
  • Noah Needleman – acoustic guitar, bass, electric guitar (8)
  • Justin Ebach – background vocals, programming (8)
  • Paul Mabury – drums (8)
  • Sara Haze – background vocals (9, 11)
  • Aaron Sterling – drums (10, 11), percussion (10)
  • Dann Huff – electric guitar (10, 11), programming (10)
  • Todd Lombardo – acoustic guitar (10, 11)
  • Mark Hill – bass (10, 11)
  • Gordon Mote – Hammond B3 (10), piano (11)
  • Charlie Judge – keyboards (10), Hammond B3 (11)
  • Justin Niebank – programming (10, 11)
  • Hannah McFarland – vocals (11)

Technical

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  • Justin Niebank – mixing (1, 3, 5, 6, 9–11)
  • Sean Moffitt – mixing (2, 4, 7)
  • Justin Ebach – mixing, engineering (8)
  • Joey LaPorta – mastering (1–5, 7–9)
  • Adam Ayan – mastering (6, 10, 11)
  • Jimmy Robbins – engineering, digital editing (1–5, 7, 9)
  • Drew Bollman – engineering (6)
  • Ben Caver – engineering (10, 11)
  • Buckley Miller – engineering (10, 11)
  • Noah Needleman – vocal production, vocal engineering (1, 3, 5)
  • Chris Small – digital editing (6, 10, 11)
  • Jase Keithley – mixing assistance (2, 4)
  • Chris Vanoverberghe – engineering assistance (6)
  • Todd Tidwell – engineering assistance (10, 11)

Charts

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Chart performance for 2.0
Chart (2025) Peak
position
UK Albums Sales (OCC)[25] 100
UK Country Albums (OCC)[26] 2

Release history

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Release dates and formats of 2.0
Region Date Format Label Ref.
Various June 20, 2025
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See also

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References

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  1. ^ Hollabaugh, Lorie (April 9, 2025). "Brett Young Slates New Album '2.0' For June". MusicRow.com. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  2. ^ Howell, Coti (April 9, 2025). "Brett Young's New Album '2.0' Promises a Fresh Take on His Signature Sound". Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  3. ^ a b "Brett Young's ready to 'Drink with You' as he launches '2.0' | ABC Audio Digital Syndication". digital.abcaudio.com. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  4. ^ "Watch: Brett Young's Next Chapter Includes Collabs With Lady A, More — Here's What We Know". iHeart. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  5. ^ Hubbard, Stephen. "Brett Young's ready to 'Drink with You' as he launches '2.0'". South Central Illinois' News, Sports and Weather Station. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  6. ^ "Brett Young readies version "2.0"". www.countrystandardtime.com. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  7. ^ "Brett Young 2.0: Hes ready to Drink with You and be grateful". Lakes Media Network. April 22, 2025. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  8. ^ Hollabaugh, Lorie (April 9, 2025). "Brett Young Slates New Album '2.0' For June". MusicRow.com.
  9. ^ Stickler, Jon. "Brett Young To Bring Back To Basics World Tour To UK Autumn 2025 - Stereoboard". Stereoboard.com. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  10. ^ Hollabaugh, Lorie (December 3, 2024). "Brett Young Goes 'Back To Basics' On The Road In 2025". MusicRow.com. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  11. ^ White, Logan (July 19, 2024). "Brett Young shares new song "Goodnight Into Good Morning"". Substream Magazine. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  12. ^ Goodnight Into Good Morning - Single by Brett Young on Apple Music, July 19, 2024, retrieved April 30, 2025
  13. ^ Iahn, Buddy (July 19, 2024). "Brett Young shares 'Goodnight Into Good Morning'". The Music Universe. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  14. ^ "Brett Young will "Say Less" on Friday". CT40. September 24, 2024. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  15. ^ Ellwood-Hughes, Pip (September 28, 2024). "Brett Young unveils new track 'Say Less'". Entertainment Focus. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  16. ^ Say Less - Single by Brett Young on Apple Music, September 27, 2024, retrieved April 30, 2025
  17. ^ Kiss To Forget - Single by Brett Young on Apple Music, October 25, 2024, retrieved April 30, 2025
  18. ^ Tastes Like You - Single by Brett Young on Apple Music, February 7, 2025, retrieved April 30, 2025
  19. ^ "Country Aircheck Weekly April 7, 2025, Issue 955" (PDF). Country Aircheck. April 7, 2025. Retrieved May 4, 2025.
  20. ^ "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard. April 11, 2025. Retrieved May 4, 2025.
  21. ^ Daykin, James (June 19, 2025). "Review: Brett Young's new album '2.0' is a slick, anthemic slice of Caliville Country".
  22. ^ a b Piering, Nicole (June 20, 2025). "Brett Young: '2.0' Album Review". CS. Retrieved June 22, 2025.
  23. ^ a b Daykin, James (June 19, 2025). "Review: Brett Young's new album '2.0' is a slick, anthemic slice of Caliville Country". Entertainment Focus. Retrieved June 22, 2025.
  24. ^ "2.0 / Brett Young / Credits". Tidal. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
  25. ^ "Official Albums Sales Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 6, 2025.
  26. ^ "Official Country Artists Albums Chart Top 20". Official Charts Company. Retrieved July 6, 2025.
  27. ^ "Brett Young - 2.0 (Colored Vinyl LP)". Music Direct. Retrieved April 30, 2025.
  28. ^ 2.0 by Brett Young on Apple Music, June 20, 2025, retrieved April 30, 2025
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