Ricky Valido Releases Dear Everglades | New Florida Music
Ricky Valido Releases “Dear Everglades,” the Powerful Lead Single from His Upcoming Full-Length Album Miami, Florida — Award-winning singer-songwriter Ricky Valido proudly releases “Dear Everglades,” the first single and title track from his forthcoming 15-song album of the same name. More than simply introducing a new record, Dear Everglades serves as the opening chapter of a deeply personal body of work inspired by one of America’s most unique and endangered natural landscapes—the Florida Everglades. Written with poetic imagery and heartfelt storytelling, “Dear Everglades” is both a love letter and a tribute. Throughout the song, Valido personifies the Everglades as though it were an old friend, a trusted mentor, and a timeless spirit that has offered him guidance, inspiration, and peace throughout his life. Rather than describing the landscape as merely a place, he paints it as a living presence whose beauty, resilience, and quiet wisdom have profoundly shaped his creativity and artistic journey. The single establishes the emotional and thematic foundation for the entire album. Every song that follows explores different stories, legends, wildlife, landscapes, and characters found throughout the Everglades, creating a musical journey that celebrates Florida’s rich natural heritage while encouraging listeners to reconnect with the wild places that surround them. At its heart, Dear Everglades is also a message of stewardship and conservation. Valido hopes the song reminds listeners that the Everglades is more than a destination—it is a living ecosystem worthy of admiration, protection, and preservation for future generations. Without preaching, the music invites audiences to appreciate the fragile beauty of the River of Grass and recognize its importance to Florida’s identity. “‘Dear Everglades’ is my way of saying thank you,” says Valido. “The Everglades has given me inspiration, perspective, and a sense of belonging. I wanted to write a song that treated it like someone I deeply respect—a lifelong friend who has always been there.” Produced with Valido’s signature blend of Americana, country, folk, and Southern storytelling, “Dear Everglades” marks the beginning of one of his most ambitious artistic projects to date. The forthcoming album expands on these themes through fifteen interconnected songs inspired by the landscapes, wildlife, folklore, and enduring spirit of the Florida Everglades. The single will be available beginning Friday, July 31, 2026, on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Pandora, and more. Listeners can follow Ricky Valido for music, videos, tour announcements, and exclusive updates through his official social media channels and streaming platforms. Media Contact Valido RecordsArtist: Ricky ValidoEmail: management@rickyvalido.com Website: www.rickyvalido.com About Ricky Valido Ricky Valido is a Cuban-American singer-songwriter, producer, and filmmaker from South Florida whose music blends Americana, country, folk, Western, and roots traditions with stories inspired by his Cuban heritage and the landscapes of Florida. Through authentic songwriting and cinematic storytelling, Valido continues to create music that honors history, culture, and the natural world.