Country. Americana. A little rock ’n’ roll. All heart.
Storytellers of the Open Road
A modern country music project born under wide-open skies and the glow of small-town nights. Opal Moon Riders blends dusty backroads, neon bar signs, and heartland stories into a sound where country soul, Americana, and a touch of rock ’n’ roll all collide.
Opal Moon Riders is where dusty backroads meet the shimmer of starlight — a sound that rides between raw emotion and heart. Led by virtual musicians Heather Hartly and Ty Stoneblazer, whose harmonies feel both timeless and new, their music captures the soul of life, love of family and friends, and the stories that live on the American road.
Their songs — including “Back When We Were Whiskey,” “Closer Every Mile,” and “She’s Got Grit” — blend modern country, Americana, and rock roots into vivid stories of love, resilience, and the open road. Each track feels lived-in and timeless, a journey through sound, spirit, and heart.
OMR walks the line between dream and daylight, turning digital dust into songs that breathe with real heart and soul.
Meet Heather Hartly
Heather Hartly is a modern country storyteller and creator of the Opal Moon Riders virtual music project. Heather’s modern country virtual voice brings warmth and strength — a mix of vulnerability and fire that carries every melody with honesty and emotion.
She writes for the ones chasing something bigger than their hometown — the dreamers, the night-drive thinkers, and anyone who’s loved hard, lost some, and kept going anyway.
Opal Moon Riders is that world on record: fiddle lines, steel guitars, gritty drums, and melodies you can carry with you long after the headlights fade.
Band Members & Bios
Virtual bandmates and real lifelong musician brothers, highlighted in the upcoming song “Band of Brothers,” Don Braucht (honorary) and Gary Braucht form the backbone of the band alongside Heather and Ty. Together, they create a foundation that’s unshakable — the pulse beneath every melody.
Heather’s modern country virtual voice brings warmth and strength — a mix of vulnerability and fire. Her storytelling lyrics shape the heart of Opal Moon Riders, giving each song its emotional core.
Ty’s vocals and lead guitar riffs carry the beat and heart of the band. His musicianship grounds every song with authenticity and feel, tying together the modern and classic sides of the OMR sound.
A lifelong 50-year drummer, Gary’s subtle rhythm work keeps every track moving with purpose and groove. His touch adds depth and drive without ever overshadowing the story.
Don’s steady, soul-driven bass gives the songs their heartbeat. His lines anchor the music with warmth and weight, creating the low-end foundation that lets every melody rise.
🎵 Stream Our Music
Whether you're cruising an old highway, working through a long day, or unwinding under a quiet sky—there’s an Opal Moon Riders track for it.
🔥 New Music Coming
A new single is on the horizon—another story pulled from the dust, the whiskey, and the quiet hours under a glowing opal moon.
Release date: September 4
Follow Opal Moon Riders to be first in line when it drops.
The Long Ride — Album Preview
The Long Ride is more than an album — it’s a cinematic country-Americana story told across sunsets, small towns, and wide-open skies. Every track reflects a moment in the journey: grit, love, heartbreak, faith, fire, and wide-open horizons.
This debut collection brings together your most loved releases and long-awaited new songs in one cohesive modern-country experience.
Coming soon to the Opal Moon Riders shop.
Album Price: $16 Debut Price: $10
⭐ Tracklist
1. Back When We Were Whiskey
A nostalgic reflection on young love, small-town nights, and the burn of memories that never quite fade.
2. June Rose
A character-driven story of resilience and tenderness — a modern country tale wrapped in heart and melody.
3. She’s Got Grit
An anthem for every woman who’s been underestimated. Tough, feminine, unstoppable.
4. In Your Name
A heartfelt prayer set to music — a country-rooted devotional piece about guidance, faith, and surrender.
5. Tennessee in the Fall
Golden leaves. Crisp wind. A love story set against the beauty of Southern autumn.
6. Closer Every Mile
A long-distance road song — headlights, longing, and the promise waiting at the end of the drive.
7. Wiley (Her Wild One)
A country-western, horse-centered story filled with loyalty, freedom, and the untamed spirit of Wiley himself.
🌙 Also Featuring NEW Unreleased Songs
Karma – a gritty, soulful piece about consequences and clarity
Backroads Therapy – a comfort-song for anyone who heals with a long drive
…and more unreleased tracks debuting exclusively on this album.
🎧 Album Track Previews
Listen to previews on Spotify. Full playback depends on your Spotify account (free vs. premium).
Official Opal Moon Riders Merch
Western-inspired graphics. Timeless neutral tones. The kind of merch that works with denim, boots, cozy layers, and your favorite flannels.
- 👕 Premium Opal Moon Riders tees
- 👢 Accessories with subtle cowboy flair
- 🎸 Pieces that match your country-modern aesthetic
🛒 Shop the Opal Moon Riders Collection →
Free shipping on qualifying orders. New pieces added regularly.
The Vibe & Visuals
From dusty boots and dim bar lights to moonlit highways and wide-open skies—this is the world Opal Moon Riders lives in.
- High plains, warm winds, and desert glow
- Midnight drives under an opal moon
- Songs written in the quiet hours
- A vibe that’s country, modern, and a little wild
More stories, visuals, and music from the OMR world are on the way.
Songwriting & Creative Collaboration
Opal Moon Riders is a virtual music project—no live performances, just stories and songs. If you're interested in collaborating creatively, we’d love to connect.
Ideal for:
- Songwriting and co-writing collaborations
- Lyric and concept development for country / Americana projects
- Featuring Opal Moon Riders songs in creative projects or playlists
Email: info@opalmoonriders.com
Focus: Songwriting, co-writing & creative music projects
🌵 Follow the Journey
Stay close for new releases, lyric stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and sneak peeks of what’s coming next under the opal moon.
Ride safe. Ride free. Meet us under the Opal Moon.