Parmalee Revives Travis Tritt Classic in New Cover Debut

Subhead: Country quartet releases rendition of “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)” on new podcast episode

Lead: On Monday, country band Parmalee released a fresh cover of Travis Tritt’s 1991 single “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)” during an episode of the Bobby Bones-hosted BROPOD podcast.

Nut Graf: The cover underscores Tritt’s lasting impact on modern country artists and highlights the genre’s reverence for its early-’90s roots. By reimagining one of Tritt’s signature ballads, Parmalee bridges contemporary sound with classic country storytelling.

Cover Release on BROPOD

• Featured on the Sept. 15 episode of BROPOD, hosted by Dan and Reid Isbell
• Parmalee’s Matt and Scott Thomas delivered a spirited rendition alongside the Isbell brothers
• Podcast segment included discussions of brotherhood, fishing in Alaska, and musical influences, culminating in the live performance of the Tritt classic

About the Original Track

• “Here’s a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)” debuted on Tritt’s 1991 album It’s All About to Change
• The ballad became a Top 10 country hit and remains one of Tritt’s most enduring songs
• Known for its emotive lyrics and soulful delivery, the track exemplifies Tritt’s blend of Southern rock and traditional country

Parmalee and the Isbells Collaborate

• Parmalee: chart-topping country band known for hits like “Carolina” and “Just the Way”
• Dan and Reid Isbell: acclaimed songwriters whose credits include Luke Combs and Miranda Lambert
• The collaboration celebrates country music’s communal spirit and the genre’s tradition of artists honoring their predecessors

The cover has already sparked praise from listeners for its faithful yet fresh take, reaffirming Travis Tritt’s ongoing influence on today’s country scene.