Alex Miller Unearths Forgotten Country Gems | Country Music News

Twenty-three-year-old American Idol alum Alex Miller just dropped his new album More Country Than You, a soulful dive into traditional country sounds that’s already topping independent charts. His standout track? “Secondhand Smoke,” an unreleased Alan Jackson classic co-written by Jim McBride — who passed away earlier this year and reportedly believed Miller was the perfect artist to revive it. Miller, who also includes heartfelt original “Just a Mom” co-written with Wood Newton, brings vintage gems to life with reverence and grit. While rooted in classic country, he respects today’s artists too, admiring their lyrical craft while channeling the spirit of Zach Top and Drake Milligan. This album proves timeless country is thriving — through fresh ears and deep respect for the past. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b412fea17738b2ef