It was the soundtrack to my first crush, the adrenaline surge I got when I set my BMX bike on the gate, and the ever-present fixture of my emotions on any given day.

When I began writing Moonlight & Whiskey, it came as no surprise that I would need a soundtrack to write to. Some of my selections are the type of music I imagine BlackSmith would play. Others, I wrote about in the novel or felt the song fit with a character’s mood or actions at a given point. Some simply remind me of one of my favorite cities–New Orleans. Though my full playlist list is lengthy, I wanted to share with you a few that helped inspire me to write about a hard rock band and a badass of a heroine. Some songs you’re likely familiar with, others you may hear for the first time. All, I hope you enjoy as much as I do.

The songs and artists are in no way affiliated with Moonlight & Whiskey. If you enjoy them, I encourage you to legally download the music and support the artists who poured their hearts and souls into their art.