Article Contributed by Missing Piece Group
Published on 2026-07-07
Today, admired songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Charlie Worsham announced his distribution partnership with esteemed music company ONErpm for his upcoming first independent album, Once Upon A Second Time Around, out August 7th. Worsham also released two new musical versions of his single, “Wrap My Porch Around,” featuring a bluegrass version accompanied by The Travelin’ McCourys.
Listen to “Wrap My Porch Around”
Listen to “Wrap My Porch Around (feat. The Travelin’ McCourys)”
A love song that is the perfect track about choosing a simple, rooted life with someone you want to build a future with, Worsham stated, “Wrap My Porch Around is one of the most autobiographical songs on the new record, and it felt like the perfect candidate to represent both my love of modern country music AND my love of bluegrass. Of course, I pulled a page from the book of Vince Gill. It was his example, recording two versions of High Lonesome Sound, that inspired me to do the same with Porch. In a full-circle moment, we cut the bluegrass version at Vince’s house. I didn’t even pull my dreadnought out of the case that day, opting for one of Vince’s old D18s.”
He added, “There’s also a nod to Dierks with Porch… I always took note of the way Dierks mixed ‘the kick ass with the bluegrass’ and often featured heroes like Bryan Sutton, Sam Bush, or more often than not, the Travelin’ McCourys on the last track on his records. Songs like ‘When You Gonna Find A Good Man Like Me,’ or one I happened to co-write with Travis Howard, ‘Heart Of A Lonely Girl.’ Keeping a good tradition alive is, to me, one of the most forward-thinking things you can do in country music.”
Speaking about the new partnership between Worsham and ONErpm, Managing Director-Nashville, Mike Easterlin, shared the company’s excitement, stating, “Charlie is one of the most respected musicians, songwriters, and artists in Nashville. His talent, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to his craft have earned him the admiration of both fans and his peers. Everyone at ONErpm is honored that Charlie has chosen us as his partner, and we’re excited to support the next chapter of an already remarkable career.”
Worsham expressed his excitement for the new partnership stating, “A few weeks ago, I sat down to breakfast with Mike Easterlin and my management team, knowing there was a chance we'd partner on the release of Once Upon A Second Time Around. We spent the morning talking about family, the perspective that comes with time in this business, mentors, and what really matters. What struck me most was what we didn't talk about. We never picked apart the music. It was simply understood that the music was the foundation, and the goal was to support it and give it every opportunity to find its audience.”
He added, “So much of my 20 years in Nashville has felt like jumping through hoops just to get the music out into the world. To work with a partner who trusts me—and who believes in serving the songs instead of second-guessing them—means everything. I admire Mike's hard-earned experience, and I love locking arms with people who are willing to bet on great music. I'm grateful to be starting this next chapter with ONErpm and excited for what's ahead.”
Worsham also wrapped two electrifying performances over the weekend in celebration of America 250 with events at the historic Grand Ole Opry and downtown Nashville’s yearly Let Freedom Ring! event, where he was joined on stage by Jason Carter on fiddle, Jeff Picker on bass, Gibson Davis on banjo, and Seth Taylor on guitar. The sets included hits such as, “How I Learned To Pray,” “I Hope I’m Stoned (When Jesus Takes Me Home),” and the new single "Wrap My Porch Around."
Once Upon A Second Time Around was recorded at multiple notable studios that included Sound Emporium, Sony Tree Studio A, Pinebox Studios, Querencia Sound, and The House. The album was created alongside a trusted circle of collaborators that included percussionist Jerry Roe, bassist Rich Brinsfield, guitarist Kris Donegan, co-producer Jaren Johnston, and executive producer Josh Van Valkenburg. Together, they crafted a record that prioritizes musicianship, storytelling, and authenticity over trends and expectations. The new album is already garnering attention from tastemaker media after its announcement, with Music Row praising the first single, stating, “This brilliant, guitar-slinging troubadour is one of Nashville’s greatest hidden treasures. His new single is a poly-rhythmic delight with a personable vocal and some stinging, six-string work.”
A two-time ACM Acoustic Guitar Player of the Year and CMA Musician of the Year, Worsham has long been recognized as one of Nashville's most respected musicians and collaborators. Known to be a first-call collaborator among Nashville’s elite, he has penned songs recorded by artists including Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, and Dierks Bentley. Whether standing center-stage at the Grand Ole Opry or working in the studio with icons like Eric Church, Kacey Musgraves, Ella Langley, Max McNown or Carrie Underwood, it has earned him some of country music's biggest fans amongst these circles.
Once Upon A Second Time Around places the spotlight squarely on his artistry as a songwriter and storyteller.
About Charlie Worsham
Twenty years after moving to Nashville, Charlie Worsham has become one of Music City's true multi-hyphenates: an acclaimed solo artist, award-winning instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, podcast host, and one of the most respected musicians in town. Once Upon a Second Time Around showcases those chops while highlighting the perspective he's gained not only as a musical lifer, but as a dedicated husband and father, as well. The album makes room for the full range of his influences: the banjo-heavy bluegrass music he grew up playing in Mississippi; the guitar-driven rock & roll of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Tom Petty; the transportive storytelling of James Taylor and Don Schlitz; the genre-spanning exploration of Vince Gill and Marty Stuart. Released after a decade-long stint on a major label's roster, Once Upon a Second Time embraces the hard-won freedom of a musician who's helped shape the sound of modern-day country music — but is no longer defined by its rules.
Once Upon A Second Time Around Tracklist
1. Powers That Be (Charlie Worsham, Jaren Johnston, James McNair)
2. Whiskeysippi (Jon Nite, Andrew DeRoberts, Drew Parker)
3. Wrap My Porch Around (Charlie Worsham, Jesse Frasure, Jaren Johnston)
4. Blue Collar And A Purple Heart (Charlie Worsham)
5. They Never Do (feat. Lainey Wilson) (Lainey Wilson, Jason Nix, Dallas Wilson)
6. Grass (Charlie Worsham, John Osborne, Jesse Frasure)
7. Family Man (Matt Rogers, Ben Stennis, Josh Jenkins)
8. Years Go By (feat. Stephen Wilson Jr.) (Charlie Worsham, Stephen Wilson Jr.)
9. Once Upon A Second Time Around (Charlie Worsham, Jay Knowles)
10. Good Hurt (Jon Nite, Walker Hayes)
11. Pencil ‘raser
12. Wrap My Porch Around (feat. The Travelin’ McCourys)
Tour Dates
Mon, Aug 3 - Nashville, TN - Station Inn* (Album release show)
Thu, Aug 13 - York, UK - FortyFive Vinyl Café
Fri, Aug 14 - Manchester, UK - YES
Sat, Aug 15 - Chelmsford, UK - Country Calling 2026
Thu, Sept 17 - Estero, FL - Hertz Arena supporting Brad Paisley
Fri, Sept 18 - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - FTL War Memorial Auditorium supporting Brad Paisley
Sat, Sept 19 - St. Augustine, FL - St. Augustine Amphitheatre supporting Brad Paisley
Sat, Oct 24 - Meadville, MS - Homochitto River Festival 2026
