Mary Hatley Makes a Bold Entrance with The Poison I Choose

Mary Hatley’s debut album The Poison I Choose lands with the kind of raw honesty that grabs you from the first note. Blending blues, rock, country, and pop, she turns personal stories of love, loss, and resilience into songs that feel lived-in and real.

Produced at Easley McCain Studios, the 12-track collection moves from the reflective Dog Days to the fiery defiance of Ricochet, and the title track lays bare the complexities of toxic love. Even in upbeat moments like What Are You Gonna Do, Hatley’s Memphis roots shine through, giving the record a sense of place and personality.

Drawing on influences from Fleetwood Mac to Elle King, Hatley isn’t just stepping onto the scene—she’s staking her claim as a voice unafraid to confront the messy, beautiful truths of life. The Poison I Choose is a debut that feels fearless, intimate, and fully realised.