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Exclusive: Jackson Dean’s Secret ‘Brother’ Producer Unveils New Sound on *Magnolia Sage*
Jackson Dean’s *Magnolia Sage* debut on Big Machine marks a sonic evolution, shedding his signature gritty swamp-rock for a warmer, more melodic approach—evident in his first love song-heavy album. Previously, 2022’s *Greenbroke* resisted romantic themes. The shift signals artistic growth and label confidence, positioning Dean as a versatile new country voice beyond his earlier outlaw image.
By Alet Viegas·
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