Eileen Carey: This Is Where
Eileen Carey Turns Heartbreak Into Triumph on Radiant New Anthem “This Is Where”
by Jack Rush
Altadena, California-based award-winning country-pop powerhouse Eileen Carey returns with This Is Where, a reflective yet uplifting anthem that reframes heartbreak as transformation.
At its core, This Is Where is a breakup song—but not the kind drenched in regret. Instead, Carey offers a mature, hopeful perspective on two people who simply outgrew one another. Rather than mourning what was lost, the song celebrates what was gained: courage, love, wisdom, and the understanding that the end of a shared chapter can mark the beginning of individual growth. It’s a message rooted in emotional intelligence and quiet strength.
Musically, the single captures Carey’s signature “West Coast Pop-Country” style—bright, accessible, and emotionally resonant. Country-rock guitars shimmer alongside polished pop production, creating a steady rhythmic flow that feels fresh and radio-ready. The arrangement remains clean and focused, allowing the melody and lyrical message to take center stage. Carey’s vocals are as commanding as ever—clear, expressive, and occasionally reminiscent of Cher in tonal richness and presence. The soaring chorus delivers both emotional clarity and an undeniable sense of forward motion, striking that perfect balance between introspection and empowerment.
Thematically, Carey explains the song as “a reflective, uplifting breakup song about two people who outgrew each other but carried the courage, love, and lessons forward, realizing the end of their story is actually the beginning of who they’re becoming.” That sentiment resonates deeply, giving the track a universal quality that will connect with listeners navigating change in their own lives.
Carey’s credibility in the independent music scene further amplifies the impact of this release. She has topped the New Music Weekly Indie Top 40 chart multiple times, reaching #1, and climbed to #5 on the Mainstream Top 40 chart. Her career includes sharing stages with iconic artists such as Don McLean, Rita Coolidge, Jefferson Starship, and The Motels—a testament to her respected standing in the industry.
With over 25 career awards—including the 2025 AC/Hot AC Breakthrough Artist honor at the New Music Awards and the 2025 Entertainer of the Year title from the Independent Music Network—Carey continues to build a formidable legacy. Singles like Land with You and Good Bad Girl have already demonstrated her knack for pairing empowering messages with danceable melodies, and This Is Where confidently continues that trajectory.
Known for a stage presence often described as “Gretchen Wilson meets Miranda Lambert,” Carey transforms live audiences into active participants, complete with line dancing, singalongs, and standing ovations. That same infectious optimism carries into this single. Beyond music, her work as a beauty ambassador for Joe Blasco Cosmetics and as founder of The Music Mom blog further underscores her commitment to self-expression, empowerment, and authenticity.
With nearly 80 notable venue performances and a growing international fanbase, Eileen Carey’s latest release feels less like a comeback and more like a natural evolution. This Is Where is both a personal statement and a universal anthem—proof that sometimes endings are simply the doorway to becoming who we’re meant to be.
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