It’s been slightly more than five years since Kacey Musgraves released her debut album, Same Trailer Different Park (March 19th, 2013). The collection spawned a huge career for the Texas native, resulting in numerous awards (CMA Awards, ACM Awards, Grammys, etc.), as well as fan-favorite tunes – “Merry Go ‘Round,” “Blowin’ Smoke” and “Follow Your Arrow.”

In some ways, Kacey has changed because of her experiences and travels, as well as falling in love and gaining a husband, however, she explains she hasn’t changed too much creatively. “I’ve always known exactly who I am. I’ve had a strong core about myself in what I’m willing to do and not do, and that has not changed and that will never change. All I’ve ever wanted to do for myself is to work towards achieving total musical freedom, and I’m on my way to doing that. I started doing that when I put out Same Trailer and it was exactly me. It was exactly what I wanted to say, and I’m always going to evolve and change and hopefully grow as an artist.”

For her latest collection, Golden Hour, she experimented with new sounds and new collaborators. “With Golden Hour, it was natural for me just to explore new sounds and new inspirations. I worked with different songwriters this time, different producers, and it was super refreshing and exciting for me.”

Kacey is currently exploring Japan (which has been on her bucket list) after playing one of their biggest festivals. You can check out her Instagram for photos and videos of her experience.

When she returns to the States, she is set to perform at the Bayou Country Superfest 2018 in New Orleans May 27th before embarking on a tour with British pop sensation Harry Styles in Dallas on June 5th.