SINGLE REVIEW: Jason Lenyer Buchanan – Better Parts of Texas
Jason Lenyer Buchanan paints a striking picture of longing, movement, and memory in ‘Better Parts of Texas,’ a track that leans into classic country storytelling with a modern touch. The song winds its way through Texas landmarks—Waco, Dallas, Houston—before finding its way back to Cheyenne, capturing the bittersweet push and pull between where you’ve been and where you’re headed.
Musically, it’s steeped in warm, rich instrumentation. The fiddle weaves through the melody like a restless spirit, while the steady pulse of the drums and acoustic guitar lay down a well-worn road for the journey. Buchanan’s vocals have a natural ease, carrying both grit and sentiment, making the song feel lived-in rather than simply performed. There’s a weight to the lyrics, an understanding that home isn’t always a place—it’s a feeling, a memory, a moment that lingers long after you've left.
While it’s part of his upcoming EP Under a Thumbnail Moon, ‘Better Parts of Texas’ stands strong on its own, offering a heartfelt and reflective listen. It’s the kind of song that makes you want to roll the windows down and let nostalgia ride shotgun.
