Dave Lenahan delivers a collection of timeless stories on his new album, Baby I’m Gone, a roots-driven project that blends classic Americana with the spirit of Cleveland rock. Produced by Grammy-winning producer Alan Sanderson (Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson, Elton John, Fiona Apple, B.B. King, Weezer, and The Rolling Stones), the album showcases Lenahan’s gift for heartfelt songwriting and authentic storytelling.
Featuring standout tracks including “Baby I’m Gone,” “Die On This Barstool,” “First,” and “Faces in the Glow,” the project highlights a songwriter whose perspective has been shaped by decades of experience both in and outside of music. The title track, originally recorded by Chancey Williams, has become a fan favorite and frequent show-closer for Lenahan, while each song on the album contributes to a rich and cohesive listening experience.
The release arrives as Lenahan continues building momentum across multiple facets of his career. The album’s title track recently reached #1 on the European Academy of Country Music chart in 2026, further solidifying his growing international audience. Together, the songs serve as a testament to Lenahan’s ability to connect with listeners through themes of love, loss, resilience, and redemption.
ABOUT DAVE LENAHAN | Dave Lenahan, a seasoned Nashville-based singer-songwriter with roots in Cleveland’s golden era of rock, continues to craft heartfelt narratives that blend his unique fusion of Cleveland rock and Americana.
Raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Lenahan was shaped by legendary artists such as Michael Stanley, Dan Fogelberg, and The Eagles. Beginning guitar at age 11 and sharpening his craft in church choirs and worship bands, he spent four decades in radio before dedicating himself fully to songwriting. As Cincinnati coordinator for the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), he has co-written hundreds of songs and shared stages with indie and Americana talents at venues like The Bluebird Café and The Listening Room.
His 2023 debut album, Or Something Like That…, introduced his warm, rootsy sound to a broader audience and set the stage for his upcoming concept album Absalom. The project is inspired by a forgotten 19th-century cemetery near his home, a site he helped uncover with fellow songwriters and historical researchers. Songs like the haunting title track “Absalom” and “Father of Peace” have earned Top 10 Finalist honors in the World Songwriting Awards.
“Baby I’m Gone,” alongside tracks such as “Die On This Barstool,” “First,” and “Faces in the Glow,” was recorded with Grammy-winning producer Alan Sanderson (Fleetwood Mac, Michael Jackson, Elton John, Fiona Apple, B.B. King, Counting Crows, Elvis Costello, Ziggy Marley, Ryan Adams, Weezer, and The Rolling Stones) in San Diego. The album features collaborations with acclaimed writers including Jessica Nixon, Taylin Rae, and Norm McDonald. Previously recorded by Chancey Williams, “Baby I’m Gone” has become a standout fan favorite and frequent show-closer for Lenahan. In 2026, the song reached No. 1 on the European Academy of Country Music chart.
With more than 1 million Spotify streams — including the viral “Squirrel Train” by Pamela Hopkins, which reached No. 1 on Australia’s OZCMR chart — Lenahan’s songwriting continues to reach audiences around the world. His work and career have been featured by the Academy of Country Music, Holler, and other respected music publications and organizations.
As host of The Songwriter Connection podcast, winner of the 2024 Elite Music Award for Podcast of the Year, Lenahan has built one of the genre’s fastest-growing songwriter podcasts. Inspired by his own successful writing career, the show has surpassed 3.5 million streams and has featured guests including Jake Hoot, Tom Douglas, Jeannie Seely, Kent Blazy, Allie Colleen, Chris Wallin, and Exile, providing a platform for both legendary and emerging songwriters.
Writing nearly 100 songs annually and performing more than 100 shows each year, Dave Lenahan remains deeply committed to mentorship, community, and authentic storytelling.
