The soul-stirring song captures the beauty of life’s impermanence and the importance of mental health
Niko Moon has invented a sub-genre of country music he calls mindful country music with the soul-stirring single, “Sandcastles,” available everywhere now via Empire. The track captures the beauty of life’s impermanence, blending warm, coastal textures with tender acoustic elements. Lyrically, it contemplates a powerful question: If we lived forever, would we still feel the magic in the little things? The result is an emotionally resonant anthem that encourages listeners to love deeply, live fully, and embrace the here and now—because even the most beautiful moments are temporary.
Moon is currently out on the road for his These Are the Nights Tour, bringing his uplifting live show to fans across the country. Recently he hosted the inaugural Good Time Charleston, a family-friendly day of music, yoga, food trucks, and community connection in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and will perform at venues across the US including New York’s Pier 17 on June 5th and Red Rocks this evening.
Born in Tyler, Texas, raised in Georgia, and now based in Nashville, Niko Moon has become one of country music’s most exciting and dynamic voices and biggest advocates for mental health. He first gained recognition co-writing major hits for Zac Brown Band (“Homegrown,” “Beautiful Drug,” “Loving You Easy”) and has penned songs for top artists including Morgan Wallen and Hardy. In 2020, Moon launched his solo career with the multi-platinum, chart-topping single “Good Time.”
Off stage, Niko and his wife, Anna, co-founded the Happy Cowboy Foundation, which supports mental health initiatives and addiction recovery programs. Niko is also the founder of Happy Himalayan, a premium artesian water brand infused with pink Himalayan sea salt, designed to promote health, wellness, and hydration. The brand recently announced that in less than a year, it has expanded into over 300 retail locations, including Nugget Markets, Raley’s, Stinker Stations, and Kroger stores in the Northeast—with even more exciting placements lined up for 2025 and 2026. To date, Happy Himalayan has sold over 21,900 bottles—each one a step toward a cleaner, happier planet by reducing reliance on single-use plastic. Through his foundation, water brand, and music, Niko aims to inspire others to prioritize well-being and positivity.
