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SWEET ESCAPE
August 7, 2026
I'm so excited to share that my new single, "Sweet Escape," arrives on Friday, August 7! Even more exciting, the song is featured in the upcoming comedy Spa Weekend, which hits theaters on August 21.
I wrote "Sweet Escape" with the film in mind alongside my wonderful collaborators, Tracy Spuehler and Liam Davis. It's a sun-soaked slice of California pop-rock inspired by the very real need to get away from it all — a breezy, hook-filled sound that tips its hat to artists like Sheryl Crow and Kacey Musgraves.
In Spa Weekend, three friends set off for a much-needed spa getaway, only to have everything unravel when their trainwreck friend unexpectedly joins the trip. The film stars the hilarious Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher, Anna Faris, and Michelle Buteau, and I couldn't be happier that "Sweet Escape" is part of its soundtrack.
THESE STREETS
June 26, 2026
This song is a love letter to the surprisingly diverse street where I grew up and a call to action against the violence and division of our streets today. It's been difficult to reconcile the little melting pot of my hometown hill with where we are now. I wrote this to help me process and shine a light on the values and respect for other cultures that was foundational to my childhood. What was your street like?
I hope you listen to "These Streets" and that it sparks a little conversation and reflection on the kind of country and communities we want to build together.
COLLABORATORS and CONSPIRATORS
Tracy Spuehler co-writer
The Songwriting School of Los Angeles
Tuesday morning Songmakers - creative conspirators
Scott Moore
Cover Art
Annette Adler
Julia Caston
Adam Chapnick
Juan Devis
AJ Dickerson
Juanita Feeney
Lorie Friesthler
Lisa Martin
Boyce Miller
Samantha McVancel
Lily McVancel
Zoe McVancel
Scott Moore
Wyatt Moore
Laura Purdy
Tracy Spuehler
Chris Tickner
Karen Turner
Mike Voss
Lauren Voss
Porter Voss
Penny Voss
A special thank you to The Isas, The Severinos, and the many wonderful neighbors on the street where I grew up.
CREDITS
John Would
Producer, mixer, master, engineer
Ukulele, electric and acoustic guitars, bass, piano and organ
Amy Wood
Drums
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All We Need
2020
McCloud was thrilled to record with a stellar line up of musicians – celebrated and seasoned talents from both country music and rock and roll. It’s not every day that a singer/songwriter debut gets veterans from Tom Petty, Sheryl Crow, Bruce Springsteen and The Who in the studio, but bassist Jon Button, pedal steel and dobro great Marty Rifkin, and percussionist Wally Ingram provide the goods and then some, as does the famed bluegrass fiddler Gabe Witcher and David Yorkin, on acoustic guitar. Legendary drummer Frank Ferrer of Guns and Roses and revered session drummer Robin Diaz lay down the beats on several tracks. Kurt Kassulke, and Tanya Haden of The Haden Triplets lend exquisite harmony vocals. Ched Tolliver, who co-wrote and produced All We Need, plays guitars, piano, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, you name it! All We Need captures an irresistible mix of country with a little rock and roll.
Produced by
Ched Tolliver
Executive Producer
Mary McCloud
Engineered by
Geoff Neal
Additional engineering by
Gabe Burch at The Village (lead vocals)
Clay Davies at Medicine Hat (guitars)
Tim Sonnefeld at Red Star (bass)
Mixed and Mastered by
Yossi Shakked
Recorded at:
Sunset Sound Studios, Hollywood, CA
The Village Recording Studios, Los Angeles, CA
Red Star Recording Studios, Los Angeles, CA
Medicine Hat Studio, Van Nuys, CA
Portrait Photography Design
Ericka Kreutz Rick Simner
Musicians:
Frank Ferrer - drums (songs 1,2,3)
Robin Diaz - drums (tracks 5,7,8)
Jon Button - bass (tracks 1,2,3,5,7,8)
Wally Ingram - percussion (tracks 4,5,10)
Marty Rifkin - pedal steel (all songs but 7) dobro (tracks 2,4,5,7)
Gabe Witcher - fiddle (tracks 1,2,4,5,7,10)
David Yorkin - acoustic guitar (tracks 7,8)
Ched Tolliver - Piano, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, electric and acoustic guitars, backing vocals
Kurt Kassulke - harmony vocal (tracks 2,3,4)
Tanya Haden - harmony vocal (track 8)
Frank Clem, Amber Miller, Cornie Belle McCloud - dialogue
All songs written by Mary McCloud (BMI Holler Canyon Music) and Ched Tolliver (BMI Galaxy Eagle Music) except:
Who’s Sorry Now written by Ted Snyder, Bert Kalmar and Harry Ruby; Don’t You (Forget About Me) written by Keith Forsey and Steve Schiff; Heartbreak Hotel written by Mae Boren Axton, Thomas Durden and Elvis Presley; I’m a Honky Tonk Girl written by Loretta Lynn
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ABOUT
Mary McCloud is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter originally from Nashville, Tennessee. Influenced by her mother’s love of country music, Mary’s musical marrow was formed early by the sounds of WSM radio and the Grand Ole Opry. Today, her music blends the familiarity of the American Songbook with the indie, folk, and roots-inspired sounds of modern Americana.
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Mary performed on the Los Angeles club circuit, singing with bands The Bordersnakes and Scarecrow at iconic venues including The Mint, The Troubadour, and The Viper Room. Her debut solo album, Wings of My Own (2004), reflects an artist bridging the country sounds of her upbringing with the storytelling spirit of Los Angeles. Featuring fiddle, mandolin, and pedal steel, the album pairs classic country influences with folk-leaning lyricism and reimagined songs by artists such as Jimmie Rodgers, John Hiatt, and Patsy Cline.
After a hiatus to focus on family, Mary’s return to the studio marked a structural shift from interpreter to creator. Her 2020 album, All We Need, was recorded in legendary Los Angeles studios with an acclaimed lineup of musicians whose credits include work with artists such as Tom Petty, Sheryl Crow, Bruce Springsteen, and Guns N' Roses. Developed with producer and co-writer Ched Tolliver, the album captures an irresistible mix of country, intimate storytelling, and a little rock n’ roll.
Alongside her work as an artist and songwriter, Mary is expanding into custom music for film and other visual media. Her single “Sweet Escape” was written for and featured in the theatrically released comedy Spa Weekend (2026), marking her first feature film placement. Perhaps owing to her background as an actor, Mary relishes the creative balance of working from a brief while bringing her own instincts and imagination to the process.
Whether interpreting another songwriter’s work or creating her own, Mary approaches music as a form of connection and self-discovery. She continues to perform live, recently appearing with the gypsy jazz group The Cat’s Meow in West Hollywood.
Additional new music arriving in 2026 includes “These Streets,” a topical protest song, and the upbeat “Wanna Go.” Rooted in ache and twang but always evolving, Mary creates music that invites listeners to tap their toes, lean into the heartache, and rediscover the timeless pull of Americana storytelling.
