More than ten years into his career, Filmore is leaning into the very thing that first set him apart: doing country music his own way. The 33-year-old singer-songwriter released his latest studio album, Atypical, on Feb. 20, a 21-track project shaped by a decade of writing, experimenting and personal growth.

Rather than building the album only from recent material, Filmore, born Tyler Preston Filmore, went back through his catalog. He sifted through hundreds of songs written over the last 10 years, pulling out the ones that matched the sound he wanted to explore now: a blend he often describes as bedroom pop country, rooted in emotion but open to genre shifts.

Writing without erasing the past

Some of the tracks came from old heartbreaks. Others reflect earlier stretches of ambition and uncertainty. Today, he is happily married and preparing to welcome his second child, yet he chose not to distance himself from those earlier versions of himself. Filmore sees them as part of the same story.

He has said the album gave him the space to finally release songs that matter deeply to him, even if they were written years ago. Those moments, painful, hopeful or restless, shaped the artist he became. For him, the project represents an accumulation of experience rather than a snapshot of who he is at this exact moment.

The title reflects that mindset. Atypical traces back to a fan-favorite track from his first EP, "Anything but Typical." Early in his career, when he stood out in country circles with a man bun and an unconventional look, he resisted pressure to blend in. The new title carries that same spirit forward. It is less about trying to be different and more about staying authentic.

Inside Filmore's Mr. 305 era

Musically, Atypical blends country, pop, hip-hop and Latin sounds. One of the standout tracks is "Yeehaw," a collaboration with Pitbull. The two first teamed up in 2023 on "USA," and that working relationship quickly turned into a real friendship. It eventually led to Filmore signing with Mr. 305 Records and recording a track that brings together Nashville and Miami influences in a smooth, easy way.

Pitbull's presence has extended beyond a feature verse. Filmore has spoken about how closely the rapper's real-life personality mirrors his public persona, describing him as someone who truly lives out the confidence and energy people see on stage. Over time, that relationship evolved into mentorship, something Filmore does not take lightly.

Meanwhile, his personal life is changing too. He and his wife Paige are expecting a daughter this month. They already share a 20-month-old son, Asher Brooks, and preparing to become a father of two is starting to feel very real.

Fatherhood fears and fame on his own terms

Becoming a girl dad has left him both excited and uneasy. Seeing tiny baby clothes made the moment feel real, and he admits there is some nervousness in stepping into a role he is still learning. Still, the anticipation outweighs the fear.

Professionally, Filmore remains grounded. He does not describe himself as a household name, instead calling himself the pop country artist who almost made it, a label he accepts with ease. With a loyal core following and the ability to make a living through music, he views Atypical as both a milestone and a statement: success defined on his own terms, without chasing rules or expectations.