New York, NY (Top40 Charts) Justin Biltonen catapulted himself into the country music spotlight this week with the release of his latest single "Wild Mustangs," available now on all digital platforms. Biltonen, who also serves as the current bassist of 3
Doors Down, revealed the story behind the song to some of entertainment's most renowned publications, include American Songwriter and Forbes.
Claiming the exclusive premiere of the single, American Songwriter dubbed "Wild Mustangs," "a song that takes listeners through a lyrical storm, only to bring them back down to a calmness delicately described by Biltonen and co-writer Richard Mitchell" (American Songwriter/Tricia Despres).
Forbes went on to praise Biltonen's "talent as a vivid songwriter and compelling vocalist," (Forbes/Annie Reuter) which appears more evident than ever in his most recent release.
A genuine renaissance man, Justin Biltonen is not only a growing honky tonk force and rock n' roll bassist, but also an entrepreneur. Biltonen's creative endeavors have transcended beyond music alone; his love of handcrafted leather work, vintage turquoise and the spirit of adventure led him to establish Sacred West Trading Co.— a one of a kind lifestyle brand, inspired by the rugged landscapes and legends of the Old West.
"I'm doing a totally different genre and a whole lot of our [3
Doors Down] fans have reached out over the couple of years saying, 'I wasn't a country music fan. Now I love it because of your songs,' which is super cool," Biltonen told Forbes of his strengthening roots in the country music.
The sky's the limit for Justin Biltonen, and this is only the beginning. "Wild Mustangs" is available for download/streaming now on Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple
Music and all other digital platforms. For more, visit www.justinbiltonen.com, join the Wild Mustangs fan club, and connect with @justinbiltonen on Facebook, Instagram (@justin3doorsdown) and YouTube!
Justin Biltonen blurs the lines between 'what you see is what you get' and 'still waters run deep.' Southern born and bred, Biltonen is a product of broken-in boots and 90s bests. Baptized by an adoration for Country, Rock, Punk and Hardcore, Justin Biltonen became a name to know as the bassist for alt-rock tastemakers 3
Doors Down. From playing bars and basements to the Presidential Inauguration, the North Carolina native owes his success to nothing more than his sincere, uncompromising respect for music. "At the end of the day, I know I'll always be able to focus on my love of an honest melody," Biltonen reveals. "Whether I'm doing my own thing or touring with the band, thriving through the ups and downs in the name of the music is always going to matter more than anything else."
