Sammi Palinkas—

Rising Australian country artist Sammi Palinkas has released her new, uplifting single, A Little More Backroad, a feel-good modern country anthem that celebrates home, heart, and taking the long way on purpose.

Co-written with award-winning producer Rod McCormack, A Little More Backroad blends infectious melodies with nostalgic country storytelling to deliver an upbeat, contemporary anthem full of warmth and heart, the kind of song you can’t help but sing along to on the drive home.

Musically inspired by the ’90s country era, the song is about staying connected to where you come from, no matter where life takes you. It reflects the mindset, memories, experiences and values that shape us early and continue to guide us forward.

“This song isn’t about taking the fastest route, it’s about slowing down and choosing the familiar, honest road. The one that feels like home, even when you’re far from it,” Sammi says. “Rod and I wanted to write something that makes you want to wind down the window, sing along at the top of your lungs, and hug your friends. It’s a reminder that real silver linings are family, friends, and the people, places and values that raised you, the parts of you that stay true no matter where you are or what you’re going through.”

A Little More Backroad is Sammi’s first release since her highly anticipated 16-track debut album No Settlin’, released in late 2025 and named by CountryTown as one of the Best Australian Country Albums of 2025.