November 5, 2026 — Nashville, Tenn. — Non-profit SongwritingWith:Soldiers (SW:S) continues to share Veterans’ voices with a brand-new album, The Power of Being Heard, set to release tomorrow, November 6th, ahead of Veterans Day. The 15-song project amplifies 23 Veteran voices representing four branches of U.S. military service through music written and performed alongside hit songwriters including Erin Enderlin, Radney Foster, Will Kimbrough, Trent Willmon and many more. The album is available at https://sl.cmdshft.com/TPOBH.
“I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with and gotten to know Lisa and so many of the women and men of the veteran community,” shares songwriter Terry Radigan about her co-writer, Army Veteran Lisa Geartz. “They’ve shown me what bravery, vulnerability, honesty, service, and love look like. And now I look for those qualities everywhere and in everyone. It’s truly a gift for people on both sides of the guitar.” Their song, “Army of One” is featured on the album and follows a woman raised amid neglect and addiction who learns to survive alone, then ultimately finds belonging and connection through military service. It’s a raw, ultimately hopeful story about finding family and finally not having to face any battle alone.
The Power of Being Heard (November 6, 2026 release date) Tracklist:
1. “At Ease” – Will Kimbrough
Written by: Chadrick Allen~, Rhonda ChavezÙ, Sally Griffiths~, Justin Lilley#, Benjamin Liotta+, Carlos Gomez Perez~, Robert Heath Shumate~, Tristan Wimmer~, James House, Will Kimbrough, Mark Nesler, Terry Radigan
2. “The Man You Used To Know” – Trent Willmon
Written by: Bruce AndersonÙ, Lesley Anderson, Trent Willmon
3. “Footprints in my Mind” – Stevenson Everett
Written by: Paul Strickland#, Stevenson Everett
4. “Strumming Hand” – Maia Sharp
Written by: John Cameron III ~, Maia Sharp
5. “The One They Call” – Radney Foster and Kelly Willis
Written by: Debbi Chapman, Matthew Chapman#, Radney Foster
6. “Hey Brother” – Mark Nesler
Written by: Tristan Wimmer~, Mark Nesler
7. *“He Ain’t Through With Me Yet” – JD Martin
Written by: David Brower+, Jay Clementi, JD Martin
8. *“Something Ain’t Right” – Gary Burr
Written by: Thomas Griswold#, Gary Burr
9. *“Grace” – Dylan Altman
Written by: Alex FoxÙ, Christina Fox, Dylan Altman
10. *“Army of One” – Terry Radigan
Written by: Lisa Geartz#, Terry Radigan
11. “Let Go of the Pain” – Danny Myrick
Written by: Daniel Cummings#, Danny Myrick
12. “Daddy’s Son” – Jay Clementi ft. Brody Clementi
Written by: John “PK” Kelly#, Marc Budnik#, Jay Clementi, Sean Boden
13. *“Parents & Soldiers” – Georgia Middleman
Written by: Alisha Cotner, Scott Cotner#, Georgia Middleman
14. “When You Look At Me” – Erin Enderlin
Written by: Tanja Struyck-Fogleman>, Brent Fogleman#, Erin Enderlin
15. *“Funeral Detail” – Gary Nicholson
Written by: Albert “AJ” Merrifield#, Gary Nicholson
*Previously Unreleased Tracks
BOLD = Veterans (Army #, Navy +, Air Force Ù, Marines ~, Royal Netherlands Army>)
Audiences can honor Veterans and experience their powerful stories by listening to the new project. Because every song carries a distinct message, SongwritingWith:Soldiers has released a behind-the-scenes look at the stories that inspired the songs, now available on the organization’s official YouTube channel.
“The true Power of Being Heard isn’t just what happens at our retreats—it’s the profound ripple effect that occurs when these songs are heard beyond the retreat,” shares Kristin Starling, President, SongwritingWith:Soldiers. “When a veteran speaks their truth, they speak for many others. We’ve heard from a military mother who shared that these songs helped her understand the silent, unseen struggles of her sons. By giving veterans a voice, we are building a vital bridge of understanding for families and listeners worldwide.”
For veterans to be understood, they need to be heard. SongwritingWith:Soldiers’ mission is to transform lives by using collaborative songwriting to build creativity, connections, and strengths. SW:S holds weekend retreats across the U.S. for veterans and their families from all conflicts. Since 2012, SW:S has connected with nearly 8,000 veterans and military families, creating a safe and inspiring environment to share their experiences and co-create songs grounded in lived experience alongside professional songwriters.
These collaborations take place in a trusted, evidence-informed retreat program. The process invites participants to express what often goes unsaid—through a creative partnership that honors their words and experiences. This work is guided by multidisciplinary creative professionals including songwriters trained in SW:S’ methodology and culture. A pilot study by Harvard/Massachusetts General Hospital found that the SW:S collaborative songwriting method may support reductions in symptoms of post-traumatic stress and depression, reinforcing the power of creative expression in trusted settings.
SongwritingWith:Soldiers believes they are not just creating songs, but a deeper understanding of the veteran experience. It starts with providing a carefully crafted experience so they can connect to themselves and others, and where songwriters can help shape their story into song. Once the song is created, SW:S provides ways for it to be heard beyond the writing session by veterans and non-veterans alike. With participant permission, many of these songs are shared—through performances, playlists, and public platforms—to build understanding, strengthen community, and amplify the voices of those who serve. To date, SW:S has engaged thousands of service members, veterans, and family members across the country. The organization’s work has been featured by CBS Mornings, Good Morning America, SPIN, The New York Times, and more.
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