Bottomland Unleashes Southern Fueled Rebellion With New Single “Hot Shottin'”

Texas-based duo Bottomland crank up the heat with their electrifying new single “Hot Shottin’,” a gritty, hard-hitting anthem that blurs the lines between southern rock, blues, and outlaw country. From the first note, the track exudes the kind of swagger that can’t be faked—built on punchy guitar riffs, driving percussion, and a vocal performance that drips with attitude and authenticity.

LISTEN TO HOT SHOTTIN’ HERE. 

With “Hot Shottin’,” Bottomland captures the spirit of rebellion and resilience that defines their sound: a smoky, late-night anthem made for those who walk their own path. The song’s fusion of classic southern rock grit and modern edge makes it both timeless and fresh, solidifying Bottomland’s position as one of the most exciting new acts in country music.

Led by singer-songwriters Cannon Brand and Justin Lane Gates, Bottomland has quickly become a name to know in the Texas music scene and beyond. Since their debut on March 7, 2025, the duo has seen a meteoric rise—amassing nearly 230,000 monthly Spotify listeners and surpassing 1 million streams on their breakout single “Over You, Over It.” Their growing catalog showcases a fearless sound that’s as rebellious as it is relatable.

Wide Open Country recently praised the duo, stating “we have a legendary country duo in the making.”

Their momentum hasn’t gone unnoticed—Bottomland has landed on several of Spotify’s biggest editorial playlists, including Homegrown, All New Country, Fresh Finds Country, and Next From Nashville. On the live circuit, they’re bringing their high-energy performances to some of Texas’ top festivals, including Tanglefoot Festival, Larry Joe Taylor’s 36th Annual Texas Music Festival, and Bulls, Bands, and Barrels.

Fueled by grit, soul, and unfiltered confidence, the track cements Cannon Brand and Justin Lane Gates as true torchbearers of southern sound in a new era of country music.

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