Route 33—

Country duo, Route 33, comprising Jock Barnes and Trent McArdle, finish 2025 with a the new single, Best of Me, an upbeat modern country track about the kind of love that makes you whole.

In true Route 33 style, the song delivers big harmonies, driving guitars, and heartfelt storytelling built around the idea that one half isn’t complete without the other. The verses reflect on life’s moments that fall short when alone, while the chorus bursts with energy, dancing in the rain, driving fast, and living life wide open.

The song is Route 33’s first new single since their ARIA #1 Australian Country Album in late 2024, and their fan-favourite Live from Tamworth EP released mid-2025. Recorded and produced by Tom Garnett, Best of Me captures Route 33’s real emotion, undeniable chemistry, and a seamless blend of modern polish and classic country soul.

“It’s been a massive year for us, getting on the Gympie line-up was a goal of ours for the last few years,” says Jock. “Add to that getting to tick that bucket list item by playing the Calgary Stampede, we couldn’t be happier. We had loads of great feedback on our Live from Tamworth EP, and we thought it was time to release another new single to finish out an epic year!”