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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 10, 2026) – Lauded singer/songwriter David Nail has mastered the intricacies of sharing intimate stories with broad audiences. Rather than shy away from the complications of going there and opting for a broader approach, he continues to let the story lead the art, no matter the path. Enter “The Crown” inspired by a true Kennett, Missouri small town story. Penned by Nail with Anderson East, and launching a two-plus-year creative journey the pair traveled, the song, coming March 6, is a creative masterclass of artistry both lyrically and musically. Pre-save “The Crown” HERE.
Presenting this new music in an intimate manner is paramount to Nail’s creative vision in 2026. As such, he embarks on a solo acoustic tour of small capacity venues this Winter, aptly named the “Down To The Studs Tour.” Previously announced dates include stops in Hagerstown, Md., throughout New England, Texas, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Today’s announcement adds the Southeast, from Knoxville, to the Carolinas and Georgia. Tickets for shows not already on-sale will be available on Friday, February 13 at 10 a.m. CST at DavidNail.com.
Just a man, journeying across the country in his own car with a guitar and some songs. The shows on his 2026 “Down to the Studs Tour” will be more intimate than any he’s ever played, he’ll meet honest music lovers, share stories with them, laugh, cry, truly experience human moments in a world cluttered by manipulation. And he’s never been more excited. Fans will be among the first to hear his brand-new single, “The Crown,” alongside his extensive catalog of multi-platinum hits.
“There’s so much I could say about this song. It was the first song that Anderson [East] and I wrote, and so it was the very beginnings of what became an entire record. I didn’t really have anything walking in that day. A few hours later, ‘The Crown’ was born!” said Nail.
“Down To The Studs Tour” 2026 Dates
Feb. 26 – Hagerstown, Md. – Live at Hub City Vinyl
Feb. 27 – Bay Shore, N.Y. – Boulton Center For The Performing Arts
March 1 – Boston, Mass. – City Winery Boston
March 5 – Portland, Maine – One Longfellow Square
March 6 – Fall River, Mass. – Narrows Center For The Arts
March 8 – Fairfield, Conn. – StageOne at FTC
March 10 – Sellersville, Pa. – Sellersville Theater
March 11 – Lancaster, Pa. – Tellus 360
March 12 – Pittsburgh, Pa. – Crafthouse Stage & Grill
March 13 – Wooster, Ohio – The Lyric Theater
April 8 – The Woodlands, Texas – Dosey Doe
April 9 – Fort Worth, Texas – Tulips
April 10 – Austin, Texas – The 04 Center
April 11 – San Antonio, Texas – Sam’s Burger Join and Music Hall
May 13 – Knoxville, Tenn. – Open Chord
May 14 – Rocky Mount, Va. – The Harvester Performance Center
May 15 – Galax, Va. – The Rex Theater
May 16 – Charlotte, N.C. – The Evening Muse
May 20 – Virginia Beach, Va. – Elevation 27
May 21 – Dunn, N.C. – Bird’s Nest Listening Room
May 22 – Savannah, Ga. – Victory North
May 23 – Greenville, S.C. – Peace Center – The Mockingbird
May 24 – Decatur, Ga. – Eddie’s Attic
June 13 – Goodhue, Minn. – Goodhue Volksfest*
July 11 – New Salem, N.D. – ND Country Fest*
*Full Band Shows
About David Nail
David Nail is a GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum singer/songwriter from Kennett, Missouri known for his deeply personal songwriting and unmistakable vocal abilities. After building a respected career in Nashville with albums including I’m About To Come Alive, The Sound of a Million Dreams, I’m A Fire, and Fighter, Nail stepped into a more independent chapter that prioritized honesty over expectation. Recent projects such as Oh, Mother, the Bootheel releases, and 2023’s Best of Me reflect a more organic, reflective approach, with songs centered on family, memory, mental health, and the hard-earned perspective that comes with experience.
In 2026, Nail continues that evolution with his new single “The Crown” and his intimate “Down To The Studs Tour,” where he performs solo — just a guitar, stories, and songs — reconnecting with audiences in listening rooms and small theaters across the country. Known for turning lived-in lyrics into emotionally resonant performances, Nail remains guided by a simple philosophy: stay truthful, keep growing, and make music that means something long after the moment passes. Visit DavidNail.com for more.
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