Chart topping and platinum selling country band Parmalee today releases their most personal and reflective song ever, “How Do I Let You Go.” The heart stirring ballad reflects on the profound themes of love, loss, and the ache of wishing for just a little more time with loved ones. The song was directly inspired by the passing of the fathers of frontman Matt and drummer Scott Thomas, as well as the father of guitarist and pianist Josh McSwain. The raw, real, and deeply human track delivers the kind of powerful storytelling that immediately stops you in your tracks, serving as a haunting and hopeful reminder that while letting go may feel impossible, there is undeniable beauty in the memories that remain.
Frontman Matt Thomas shares the personal meaning behind the track: “This song is a note to our dads and the friends we lost too soon.” He explains that he, Scott, and Josh grew up playing in bands with their fathers, and Barry eventually joined that group too. He notes a specific line in the song about “Corrigan’s,” explaining that this was the club where the band’s musical journey first began with their fathers, the place that truly shaped them as musicians and friends. Matt adds that one of the hardest things is knowing their fathers never got to see the band fulfill their dreams of playing music for a living. Even so, he affirms that their fathers have been with them every step of the way, and the band knows that every night they have the best seat in the house. This heartfelt ballad is a beautiful tribute to the men who inspired them.
Comprised of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas, cousin Barry Knox, and lifelong friend Josh McSwain, Parmalee has been a household name with headliner status for years, following four back to back number one songs at country radio and being recognized as the most played country act by Billboard in 2022 for their iconic love song “Take My Name.” The band is currently on their “Feel Like Home” Tour, and their vibrant stunner “Cowgirl,” from their latest album ‘Fell In Love With A Cowgirl’, is currently heating up to be their sixth number one hit at country radio as it races toward number one territory. With over 1.6 billion on demand streams and five number one smashes plus a growing list of platinum singles, Parmalee has firmly cemented their place as a hit making powerhouse and live concert favorite.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
- November 20 – Sarasota, FL – Big Top Brewing Company
- November 21 – Cocoa, FL – Cocoa Riverfront Park Amphitheater
- November 22 – Jupiter, FL – Abacoa Amphitheater
- November 23 – San Antonio, TX – Y100 All Star Jam
- December 5 – Waynesboro, VA – The Foundry
- December 6 – Covington, TX – Madison Theater
- December 11 – Corpus Christi, TX – Brewster Street Ice House
- December 12 – Durant, OK – Choctaw Casino Durant
- December 13 – Katy, TX – Mo’s Place
- February 19 – Rutland, VT – The Paramount Rutland
- February 21 – Jordan, NY – Kegs Canalside
- February 27 – Fort Lauderdale – Top Shelf Country Cruise 2026
- August 28 – Dieppe, Canada – YQM Countryfest