Dance Time in Texas

Featured Artist • Colby Lee Swift

Colby Lee Swift was born and raised on a ranch in Midfield, Texas, where he developed a passion for traditional country music at a young age. He began playing the guitar at the age of five, started singing at fifteen, and began performing at seventeen. Influenced by Texas country music legends like George Strait and John Conlee, his songs reflect a traditional ’90s country vibe.

Colby gained national attention during his appearance on Season 17 of American Idol in 2018, where he received praise and a surprise from Luke Bryan. After the show, he returned to Texas to focus on his music. In 2024, he released his first songs to Texas radio, including "Money to Drank" and "Chaser," the latter of which peaked at #24 on the Texas Regional Radio Chart.

Recently, Colby learned that he is nominated for Emerging Artist of the Year at the 2025 Texas Country Music Awards, which will take place at Billy Bob's in Fort Worth this November. He has also released three more songs: "The Barn," "John Deere Rust," and "Can't Outrun the Heartache." The latter has become one of the most requested songs in the dancehalls and has fun music videos airing on Stars Over Texas TV ™.