Falling in love can feel like a high-speed race. It contains thrills, near misses, and unexpected turns. Your heart pulses in your ears as you strap in and hold on tightly for your life, with happiness waiting for you at the finish line if you can make it there in time.
This is the message behind the latest single to be released by DINER, the rising country music star and songwriter making waves across the genre. “N.A.S.C.A.R.,” this song narrates the story of a woman falling head over heels for a man with commitment issues. Like her debut multi-platinum-selling single, “Goodbye to Someone,” “N.A.S.C.A.R.” was made in collaboration with Emily Reid and Kevin Bard. Produced by Kevin Bard, it will surely be the latest edition in a line of hit songs from the darling homegirl herself.
DINER got her start as a country music star in L.A., but some might know her as the girl who grew up working in her parents’ cafe in Portland. As she took customer orders and poured their coffee, she dreamed about a music career, imagining herself dolled up, taking a stage in front of thousands, and wooing the crowds.
These humble origins inspired her stage name, DINER. Though she started in the local music scene, her career wasn’t taking off like she had hoped. That was when she opted to move to Hollywood, where stars are said to be born. From there, she started making waves across the country music scene.
With her wild ultra-blonde hair and sparkly cowgirl style, DINER’s poppy country music drew in crowds. She has since performed at such prestigious festivals as the Stagecoach Country Music Festival and Dreamy Draw Music Festival in 2023. She has appeared at the C.M.T. Awards Red Carpet, the iHeart Festival Red Carpet, and the C.M.T. Awards Red Carpet. Her story has been featured in publications such as Rolling Stone UK Press and Billboard Press, and she has given an interview and performance for Fox5NY.
As a songwriter, her work distinguishes itself through evocative storytelling. Her breakout song, “Goodbye to Someone,” tells the story of a huge gameday win, inspired by seeing her father weep when the Cubs won the World Series. Her enthralling music is sure to keep bringing in crowds, too. In June 2024, she saw her big gameday win when she opened for the Abbey Anderson’s tour, reaching more country music fans than ever before.
DINER continues her style of storytelling through music with “N.A.S.C.A.R.” Every girl knows the struggle of driving a relationship in the right direction, but this song puts listeners at the wheel. While the song showcases the thrill of falling in love, it’ll also be a fun listen, the crowd-chanting song to which you can wave your hands.
If you’re a country fan or love music and having a good time, do not miss out on this! DINER’s projection as a rising star will continue rising from the coffee shop to the big stage.
