Rising country music stars Ryan and Rory are capping off a truly breakout year with the release of their final single for 2025, the wryly titled “Lawn Chair In The Living Room,” available everywhere this Friday, November 28. Hailing from BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville, the duo—comprised of Ryan Follesé and Rory John Zak—has captured attention all year, earning praise from outlets like Country Swag, who declared them “the next heir apparent to the country duo throne.” This latest track offers fans a relatable, heart-forward look at life before finding the one who turns a simple house into a true home.
The Inspiration Behind the Single
The genesis of “Lawn Chair In The Living Room” stemmed from a common experience: the quiet aftermath of a breakup. Co-writer and duo member Rory John Zak returned home to an empty space, a circumstance that inspired the unique title. “I decided to turn heartbreak into interior design, at least that’s what a guy would call it,” Zak laughs, referencing the track’s charming, self-deprecating humor about cable boxes on the floor and sparse bachelor-pad decor. Ryan Follesé echoed the sentiment, noting that the emptiness “inspires a great song title.” Along with co-writers Andy Albert, Trannie Anderson, and Kevin Bard, the duo successfully turned those “lemons into lemonade,” delivering a track that beautifully captures how love changes everything—from your furniture to your sense of belonging.
Wrapping the Year on the Road
The new single marks the close of a milestone year defined by breakout momentum and a packed itinerary, including past dates with Jamey Johnson, Sam Hunt, and Brett Young, and a celebrated debut on the Grand Ole Opry stage. Ryan and Rory’s chemistry and “commercial polish & honest storytelling” (The Tennessean) continue to shine as they finish 2025 with extensive tour dates across the U.S. and Canada. Fans still have a chance to catch them sharing the stage in cities like Denver, Calgary, Spokane, and San Diego. They will be playing select dates with the James Barker Band and joining John Morgan on his Friends Like That Tour.
As noted by PopCulture, Ryan and Rory are “poised to be a staple on countless playlists,” and “Lawn Chair In The Living Room” promises to reinforce that status. The new single is officially released this Friday, November 28, but you can Pre-Add/Pre-Save it now. Make sure to check their official website for tickets to their remaining 2025 tour dates and keep up with the duo on their social media channels as they continue their meteoric rise in country music.
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