“This album is written by and about a band on the road, one that knows who we are and where we’re going,” lead singer Mark Wystrach says.

We spoke with the Needtobreathe singer about the fresh sonic influences, diverse studio collaborators, and constant left turns that led to his genre-blending solo project, ‘Wilder Woods.’

This month’s favorites include new tracks from Brantley Gilbert, Jason Hawk Harris, Lewis Brice, and Jake Owen.

Dylan’s stripped-back spin on his 2016 album ‘Heart of a Flatland Boy’ puts his songwriting talents front-and-center.