Katie Dauson shines with her infectious new single, “Will You Won’t You.”

Toronto singer-songwriter Katie Dauson shines with her infectious new single, “Will You Won’t You.” The single is an homage to 1950s rockabilly, especially The Crickets, which Dauson executes with a modern flair that keeps the sound fresh. Produced by James Nickle, “Will You Won’t You” clearly honors the tradition it falls into while bringing the bygone genre into today. In doing so, Dauson masterfully executes a charming track sure to put smiles on listeners’ faces.

On “Will You Won’t You,” Dauson not only honors rockabilly tradition, but the 1970s revivalists who themselves reimagined the genre for their time. Specifically, George Thorogood’s addition of the saxophone to rockabilly instrumentation struck a particular chord with Dauson, who includes the brass instrument prominently in “Will You Won’t You.” Dauson shares, “I love George Thorogood’s guitar playing, and the fact that he added a saxophone player to his band in 1980. Saxophone is such an important instrument in rock and roll and rockabilly, it really elevated his music.” “Will You Won’t You” is an obvious love letter to the history of rockabilly, and this passion oozes throughout the track and cements its timelessness.

“Will You Won’t You” is quintessential Katie Dauson, and embodies her ability to blend her reverence for the sounds of yesterday with modern individualism. Dauson crafts a track baked in tradition, though undeniably modern and effortlessly fun. “Will You Won’t You” is timeless, equally apt for a 1950s dance hall and a 2026 concert venue. This is a charming track sure to stick with listeners for days on end.

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