Flat River Band Heats Up Summer with New Single and Sizzling Music Video
"This Is How We Summer" Available Now
Sibling trio delivers the ultimate soundtrack for lake days, backroads, bonfire, fish tales and unforgettable summer memories
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 17, 2026) — As temperatures climb across the country, sibling trio Flat River Band is turning up the heat with the release of their infectious new summer anthem, "This Is How We Summer," available now.
"The track is accompanied by an action-packed music video celebrating the great outdoors and the lifestyle that has become synonymous with the band's music."
Listen here.
Video here.
Written by Chad Sitze of Flat River Band and produced by acclaimed hitmaker Tre' Corley and Flat River Band, "This Is How We Summer" captures everything fans love about the season, from casting a line at sunrise, cruising country backroads to afternoons splashing on the lake with nights filled with stories around bonfire with family and friends. The song captures the trio's signature three-part harmonies while delivering an upbeat, feel-good soundtrack destined for summer playlists.
"This song is really about the way we grew up," said Chad Sitze of Flat River Band. "Summer wasn't just a season—it was a way of life. Whether we were fishing, spending time with family, or making memories outdoors, those moments shaped who we are.We wanted to write a song that celebrates that feeling and invites everyone to enjoy summer the way we do."
The official music video directed by Chase Thompson with Soulfound Productions, premiering alongside the single today, brings the song's carefree spirit to life with stunning outdoor visuals and authentic moments that reflect the band's love of nature, family and country living. The video proudly features tour sponsor Zebco’s Fishing Gear, highlighting the brand's commitment to helping families and outdoor enthusiasts make memories on the water.
Flat River Band continues to build momentum with music that blends traditional country roots with modern energy. Raised performing alongside multiple generations of their musical family, brothers Andy, Chad and Dennijo Sitze have spent years entertaining audiences across the country, earning a reputation for electrifying live performances and world-class harmonies that draw comparisons to legendary vocal groups while maintaining a sound all their own.
With a busy touring schedule throughout the summer, the release of "This Is How We Summer" gives fans another reason to hit the road, gather with friends and celebrate the season with the soundtrack only Flat River Band can provide.
Check them out on the road:
July 17 Davis Theatre/Higginsville, MO
July 18 Levitt Shell/Sioux Falls SD
July 24 Music Ranch Montana/Livingston, MT
July 29 Chief’s on Broadway/ Nashville, TN – catch a signature drink
August 01 Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater / Decatur, IL
Check website for more listings through the summer.
"This Is How We Summer" and its official music video is available everywhere now.
About Flat River Band
Flat River Band is the award-winning sibling trio of brothers Andy, Chad and Dennijo Sitze. Raised in a multi-generational musical family, the Missouri natives built their reputation through years of touring, captivating audiences with rich three-part harmonies that have drawn comparisons to iconic vocal groups including Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Gatlin Brothers and The Oak Ridge Boys. Their blend of contemporary country, bluegrass influences, and family-centered storytelling has earned them a loyal fan base across North America, where they continue to deliver unforgettable performances both on stage and in the studio.