Victoria Crosby

"This is a really striking track – it leans into that theatrical country rock-pop space in a way that feels confident and fully realised. There’s a sense of scale to it that’s a bit reminiscent of the ’80s and ’90s, when songs felt bigger and more dramatic, but it’s still grounded with modern sensibilities. 

There’s a strong nostalgic thread running through it, but it doesn’t feel dated – more like it’s pulling from those influences and reshaping them into something current. 

The vocal carries that well too, with enough presence and character to match the production.

Overall, it’s a bold, well-executed release with a clear identity and plenty of replay value." 

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NO. 2 FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE WEEK IN A ROW!

WOO HOO! You Need a Cowboy has held its No 2 spot for a second week in a row! 

HUGE NEWS! After debuting last week with the highest debuting single for the week at No 8 - this week You Need a Cowboy powered along and reached No 2! 

Exrtremely grateful to all of the radio presenters and stations who have been giving it a crack!

Looking Beyond the Boots for Real Character

Far North Queensland singer-songwriter Victoria Crosby is trading traditional bush ballads for a brasher, self-assured sound in her latest single, You Need A Cowboy. The track blends authentic Aussie storytelling with a Nashville-produced edge, offering a cheeky reminder that sometimes a steady heart is better than a flashy exterior.

Victoria Crosby knows how to tell a story. The Far North Queensland singer-songwriter has built her music around the places and people she knows best, and her new single, You Need A Cowboy, is no exception. It’s cheeky, self-assured, and impossible to listen to without picturing dusty roads and wide-open skies.

The song started as a bit of light-hearted advice for a mate.

“She was having absolutely no luck in the love department, and from where I stood, it was because she kept chasing these very polished, flashy city types,” Victoria explains. “They were the sort of blokes who could confidently order a fancy wine off a restaurant menu, but weren’t nearly as good in the ‘sit by a campfire and just enjoy someone’s company’ department.”

Victoria joked that what her friend needed was a cowboy. Not literally, she clarifies, with boots and a big hat, but the kind of bloke who’s steady, grounded, and reliable.

“A real cowboy isn’t about boots and a hat. It’s about character,” she says. “Sometimes the flashy option isn’t the right one. Sometimes what you really need is someone solid.”

That idea stuck with her, and the song grew from there.

It marks a turning point for Victoria, who cut her teeth on more traditional country music before deciding it was time to play around with her sound.

“With my earlier music, I leaned heavily into traditional country and bush ballad storytelling, which is a big part of who I am and where I’m most comfortable,” she says. “But as I’ve grown as an artist, I’ve started to realise I don’t have to stay in one little lane, and I can play around with my sound and have some fun with it.”

You Need A Cowboy is bigger, louder, and brasher than her previous releases. The stomping groove gives it a swagger that matches the attitude of the lyrics.

“It still has country bones,” she explains, “but it’s got a lot more energy and edge. It felt like stepping out of the comfortable box and trying on some different boots.”

Victoria’s authenticity is what keeps listeners coming back. She grew up in Chillagoe, two hours west of Mareeba in Far North Queensland, and where she’s from is woven into every part of her music.

“Growing up in Far North Queensland gives you a pretty unique lens on the world,” she says. “Life’s a bit rougher around the edges, but it’s also incredibly real. People work hard, say what they mean, and there’s a lot of character in the smaller regional communities.”

She doesn’t shy away from that identity. Country music often leans towards American influences, but Victoria brings her own Aussie voice front and centre.

“I’ve never wanted to erase where I come from just to fit into a mould,” she says. “I think audiences are hungry for artists who sound like themselves. I’d rather be recognisably Aussie than try to be a copy of something else.”

She also credits her Nashville-based producer with helping her strike that balance.

“One thing I do dig is how he can take my really Australian vibe and isms and mix it with a bit of his Nashville style,” Victoria says. “It’s the two meeting rather than one dominating the other.”

The result is a track that feels completely her. The song is fun and sassy, but it never tips into feeling fake. Victoria is always thinking about how to keep the heart of a story in her music.

“Even when a song is fun or cheeky like You Need A Cowboy, I still want it to paint a picture or capture a feeling people recognise,” she says. “For me, a song needs heart. If it feels too gammon, it just doesn’t sit right.”

Recording the track brought some unexpected joy, too. After hearing the final mix for the first time, her husband, who apparently isn’t much of a dancer, couldn’t help himself.

“The groove kicked in, and my hubby started bopping away to it,” Victoria says. “It suddenly felt like this cheeky character had jumped out of the speakers. Seeing him engage with it like that was when I knew the song had captured exactly what we were aiming for — a bit of sass, a bit of fun, and a whole lot of personality.”

Listeners seem to agree. The song has already landed on Local Sounds Radio playlists and is building momentum with fans. It’s lively, clever, and perfect for blasting on a hot summer’s day. If you’ve ever dated a bloke who’s all talk and no action, this one’s for you.

Victoria Crosby’s latest single “You Need a Cowboy” has also been added to Apple Music’s New in Country playlist, introducing the track to country listeners worldwide.

https://music.apple.com/au/playlist/new-in-country/pl.653f0311623046da82c685f6b76eff45

Australian country artist Victoria Crosby is back with a confident new release, with her latest single “You Need a Cowboy” out now and available to stream across all major platforms.

Hailing from Far North Queensland, Crosby continues to carve out her space in the modern country landscape, blending contemporary country energy with unmistakable outback authenticity. Playful yet pointed, the new single delivers its message with a mix of humour, attitude and self-assurance.

At its heart, “You Need a Cowboy” flips the script on the classic smooth-talker trope. Instead, Crosby delivers a clear message: sometimes what you really need isn’t another charming promise-maker — it’s someone who shows up, gets the job done and backs it up.

The single reflects Crosby’s growing confidence as an artist, pairing catchy country production with storytelling rooted firmly in the values and character of regional Australia. Known for drawing inspiration from her Far North Queensland upbringing, Crosby continues to blend modern country sounds with authentic bush storytelling.

With its upbeat energy and tongue-in-cheek attitude, “You Need a Cowboy” showcases another side of Crosby’s musical personality while still staying true to the grounded themes that define much of her songwriting.

The release marks another step forward for the independent artist as she continues building momentum within the country music scene, gaining attention from both Australian and international listeners.

“You Need a Cowboy” is available now on all major streaming platforms.

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https://www.aussiewavemusic.com/post/victoria-crosby-returns-with-bold-new-single-you-need-a-cowboy

Australian country artist Victoria Crosby releases her new single You Need A Cowboy on March 6, marking the first release from her forthcoming sophomore album, If The Boots Fit.

With a modern country attitude, You Need A Cowboy delivers confidence while staying firmly grounded in Victoria’s Australian roots. The song playfully takes aim at men who look the part but fall short when it matters most — making the case for a different kind of man altogether.

The track opens with shimmering rhythmic accents that leave room for a lone banjo to set the tone of this mid-tempo country rocker. Victoria begins with a dusky, low-key vocal before lifting into a raspy, throaty delivery as she sings:

He’s got a latte and a three-piece suit
Wouldn’t know a fence post from a gumboot
Takes you to places with a wine list long
But he don’t back you up when things go wrong
He’s got soft hands and a showroom tan
But girl, you need a different kind of man
You don’t need no bloke with a follow plan
You need one with dirt under both his hands

A songwriter and storyteller from Mareeba in Far North Queensland, Victoria’s roots run deep in stories of family, community, and the country she grew up in. Her music carries the spirit of place — grounded, proud, and deeply connected to home.

In 2025, Victoria released five singles — North of the Range, Red Dome Dust, Bush Kids Don’t Do Well in the City, Yodeling with Duke, and Flowers for Annie. These releases received strong support from Australian and international country radio, with multiple tracks reaching the Australian Country Top 40 Airplay Chart and several hitting #1 on international country charts. Her debut album North of the Range, released on November 14, 2025, earned widespread radio airplay and heartfelt listener response. One of its standout tracks, Flowers for Annie, received a nomination for Heritage Song of the Year at the Australian Bush Ballad Awards.

As she steps into her next chapter, Victoria’s sound and confidence continue to grow. Her second album, If The Boots Fit, begins rolling out in March 2026, exploring a broader palette of bush ballads, traditional country, country blues, and select touches of pop and rock — all while staying true to the storytelling core she’s known for.

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Victoria Crosby has a new single, You Need A Cowboy – By Alan Shipston for Country Music News International Magazine