Mackenzie Carpenter Ponders A Much-Needed Invention On “Heart That Don’t Break”

Today (6.26), ACM-nominated country artist Mackenzie Carpenter dreams up a new invention for the brokenhearted on “Heart That Don’t Break,” available now via Big Machine Records. Written by Carpenter alongside Nicolle Galyon (Morgan Wallen, Camila Cabello) and Jordan Reynolds (Kelsea Ballerini, Charlie Puth) and produced by Jamie Moore (TobyMac, Florida Georgia Line), the wistful country ballad finds Carpenter wide awake at a quarter ‘til two, wondering why a world capable of self-driving trucks, moon landings and every modern convenience still hasn’t figured out how to build a heart that doesn’t break.

Listen to “Heart That Don’t Break” here:

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"One day, I got to thinking: with all of the modern inventions and improvements we’ve made, like self-driving trucks, NA beer, and iCloud – why hasn’t somebody figured out how to make a heart that don’t break?” said Carpenter. “It might sound like wishful thinking, but this song takes that idea and turns it into something honest, playful and real. Because if there was an upgrade for heartbreak, I think we’d all be in line to buy two.“

“Heart That Don’t Break” The release follows Carpenter’s recently released tracks including “High Pony” (5.15), “All In Already” (4.3) and “Drunk Cigs (2.27),” 

With "irresistibly catchy” (Holler) hooks and an “ability to write a killer melody” (American Songwriter), Carpenter proves her gift for turning life’s biggest feelings into unforgettable country songs – fueling more than 100 million career streams and earning songwriting cuts with artists including Megan Moroney, Lily Rose and Hudson Westbrook. 

Following recent performances at the inaugural Braves Country Fest and CMA Fest’s Riverfront Stage, Carpenter will spend the summer on the road with appearances at major festivals including Windy City Smokeout and Rock the Country, along with support dates on Riley Green’s Cowboy As It Gets Tour and Jason Aldean’s Songs About Us Tour. She’ll also make a special guest appearance during Kane Brown’s upcoming show run. For the full list of tour dates, visit: mackenziecarpentermusic.com/tour/.

MACKENZIE CARPENTER ON TOUR:

Fri., Jun. 26 | The Pavilion at Star Lake | Burgettstown, PA #

Sat., Jun. 27 | The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor with Jordan Davis | Windsor, ON

Thu., Jul. 9 | The Grainery | Plain City, OH

Fri., Jul. 10 | Windy City Smokeout | Chicago, IL +

Sat., Jul. 11 | Country Boom | West Salem, WI +

Thu., Jul. 16 | Maine Savings Amphitheater | Bangor, ME *

Fri., Jul. 17 | PNC Bank Arts Center | Holmdel, NJ *

Sat., Jul. 18 | Bethel Woods Center for the Arts | Bethel, NY *

Thu., Jul. 23 | INTRUST Bank Arena | Wichita, KS *

Fri., Jul. 24 | Paycom Center | Oklahoma City, OK *

Sat., Jul. 25 | Azura Amphitheater | Riverside, MO *

Thu., Jul. 30 | RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater | Ridgefield, WA *

Fri., Jul. 31 | Ford Idaho Center Amphitheater | Nampa, ID *

Wed., Aug. 12 | Sandia Resort & Casino Amphitheater | Albuquerque, NM ^

Fri., Aug. 14 | Toyota Amphitheatre | Wheatland, CA *

Sat., Aug. 15 | Save Mart Center | Fresno, CA *

Thu., Aug. 20 | Iowa State Fair Grandstand | Des Moines, IA

Fri., Aug. 21 | Denny Sanford PREMIER Center | Sioux Falls, SD #

Sat., Aug. 22 | Alerus Center | Grand Forks, ND #

Thu., Aug. 27 | Brookshire Grocery Arena | Bossier City, LA *

Fri., Aug. 28 | Brandon Amphitheater | Brandon, MS *

Sat., Aug. 29 | The Wharf Amphitheater | Orange Beach, AL *

Thu., Sep. 10 | Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater | Virginia Beach, VA *

Fri., Sep. 11 | Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater | Wantagh, NY *

Sat., Sep. 12 | Xfinity Theatre | Hartford, CT *

Thu., Sep. 17 | FirstOntario Centre | Hamilton, ON *

Fri., Sep. 18 | St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview | Syracuse, NY *

Sat., Sep. 19 | Freedom Mortgage Pavilion | Camden, NJ *

Fri., Sep. 25 | Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion | Gilford, NH *

Sat., Sep. 26 | BankNH Pavilion | Gilford, NH *

# denotes support dates on Riley Green’s Cowboy As It Gets Tour

* denotes support dates on Jason Aldean’s Songs About Us Tour

^ denotes a support date for Kane Brown

+ denotes festival appearances 

ABOUT MACKENZIE CARPENTER:

Raised in the small town of Hull, Georgia, Mackenzie Carpenter grew up writing songs with her brothers and singing in church, shaping a voice that felt honest before it ever felt polished. That foundation became the heartbeat of her debut album, Hey Country Queen, a 13-song introduction that blended humor, heartbreak, and sharp storytelling, earning over 100 million streams to date and recognition as one of Holler’s Best Country Albums of 2025. But if Country Queen was the crown, her next chapter is the aura.

Mackenzie’s new releases mark an evolution that confidently wears a magnetic and contagious presence. It’s the sound of a woman you notice before you understand why. Aspirational–but undeniably human–close enough to recognize yourself in her, while luminous in a way that makes you fall in love with who you’re becoming. Following the April 3 release of her new song “All In Already,” the 2026 ACM New Female Artist of the Year nominee continues the momentum with her sassy new track “High Pony,” arriving May 15.

Still rooted in classic Country storytelling, this new project expands the atmosphere around it. The production feels warm and charming. The writing cuts deeper but lands softer, and a rare duality exists throughout. It’s playful yet iconic, and grounded yet glowing. Mackenzie moves from barefoot honesty to center stage confidence without changing a single thing about who she is. This music leans into nuance: the tucked-hair glance, the laugh that spills out without apology, the ache beneath the wit. It feels like sunshine blended with a secret, both effortlessly cool and undeniably alluring.

Beyond her own artistry, Mackenzie continues shaping the next wave of Country music as a trusted co-writer behind Megan Moroney’s “I’m Not Pretty,” “Indifferent,” the CMA-nominated “You Had To Be There” (with Kenny Chesney), and multiple tracks on Moroney’s latest album. Her breakout duet “I Wish You Would” (ft. Midland) was hailed as one of 2025’s most irresistible collaborations, cementing her as both a compelling voice and a sought-after pen. Named to MusicRow’s ‘Next Big Thing’ Artists Class, Spotify’s Hot Country Artists to Watch, and CMT’s Next Women of Country, Carpenter has shared stages with Miranda Lambert, Jordan Davis, Parker McCollum and more. She continues into 2026 on select dates of Riley Green’s Cowboy As It Gets Tour, as well as select dates of Jason Aldean as support for his Songs About Us Tour.

ABOUT BIG MACHINE RECORDS:

Led by Founder, Chairman, and CEO Scott Borchetta, Big Machine Records & Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment are the core record company brands in Borchetta’s portfolio of businesses. 

The Big Machine/Nashville Harbor artist roster includes Riley Green, The Band Perry, Rascal Flatts, Lady A, The Jack Wharff Band, Marfa, Aaron Lewis, Caroline Jones, Cole Goodwin, Greylan James, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Shaylen.

Their artists have received multiple GRAMMY, CMA, ACM, AMA, CMT, Teen Choice, MTV, Billboard, People's Choice and BRIT Awards. Big Machine is the first-ever American label to align with terrestrial radio for performance royalty rights for its artists and is an industry leader in fighting for artist, songwriter, publisher and record company rights. 

Visit https://www.bigmachinerecords.com for more information.

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