Lady A’s Charles Kelley Shares How His Journey to Sobriety Inspired Album
- In August 2022, Lady A postponed their 21-date Request Line Tour to support Charles Kelley's journey to sobriety.
- Kelley's decision to get sober followed personal struggles with alcohol that deeply affected his marriage and family life since 2009.
- Kelley released his second solo album, Songs for a New Moon, in 2025, which draws on 1980s pop influences and explores themes of renewal and perseverance.
- He said, "I hope y'all enjoy it, I hope it brings you joy," reflecting his hope the album inspires and connects with listeners.
- The tour postponement and album mark a new, healthier phase for Kelley and Lady A, with plans to return stronger and focus on long-term creativity and wellness.
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Hear Charles Kelley cover Cyndi Lauper on 'Songs for a New Moon'
Southern Accent Entertainment Lady A hitmaker Charles Kelley is officially in a new phase, as his Songs for a New Moon is now available to stream or download. “9 years since my debut solo album, The Driver,” he remarked on Tuesday. Though Charles’ first effort was nominated for a country Grammy, it failed to get the radio airplay he’d hoped for. That’s certainly not the case with his more pop-oriented second record, since “Can’t Lose You” is …
Lady A’s Charles Kelley Shares How His Journey to Sobriety Inspired Album
When Charles Kelley began working on his solo album, the Lady A member was discovering a fresh perspective on the life around him. “The one [song] that really kicked off the project the most and encompasses kind of everything I was going for with this record is the first song called ‘Can’t Lose You,’” Kelley, 43, exclusively shared with Us Weekly before the release of Songs for a New Moon. “I said, ‘Guys, I want to write about my journey.’” That…
Lady A’s Charles Kelley Credits Wife Cassie As Being “The Reason That I Got Sober,” And Inspiring His New Record - 101.5 WKKG
In a new interview with People, Lady A‘s Charles Kelley credits his wife Cassie for inspiring his latest solo album, Songs for a New Moon, as well as being “the reason that I got sober.” Kelley’s sobriety journey began three years ago, when he entered rehab for alcohol addiction, forcing Lady A to postpone their Request Line Tour. The 16-track album reflects the couple’s personal journey through heartfelt songs like “Can’t Lose You,” while celeb…
Hear Charles Kelley cover Cyndi Lauper on ‘Songs for a New Moon’ – 98.9 THE BULL
Lady A hitmaker Charles Kelley is officially in a new phase, as his Songs for a New Moon is now available to stream or download. “9 years since my debut solo album, The Driver,” he remarked on Tuesday. Though Charles’ first effort was nominated for a country Grammy, it failed to get the radio airplay he’d hoped for. That’s certainly not the case with his more pop-oriented second record, since “Can’t Lose You” is already a top-10 adult contemp…
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