California Gold is the second studio album by American country music singer Nate Smith, released on October 4, 2024, through Sony.
Smith's self-titled debut studio album was released in April 2023 through Arista Nashville, producing two number one singles on the US Country Airplay chart: "Whiskey on You" and "World on Fire". The album reached a peak position of number 30 on the Billboard 200 and was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. Following the closure of Arista Nashville in March 2023, Smith transitioned to RCA Records Nashville division. A year later, in April 2024, he made his RCA Nashville debut with the extended play Through the Smoke. To promote the EP, he embarked on the Through The Smoke Tour in Fall 2024.
On August 23, 2024, Smith announced on social media that his second studio album, California Gold, was set to be released on October 4, 2024. To promote the album, "Fix What You Didn't Break" was released on the same day. Smith announced on his official website that the album would be available in three formats: digital download, CD, and vinyl.
On February 11, 2024, Smith released the single "Bulletproof", which became the lead single for the album. The song found commercial success, peaking at number three on the US Billboard Country Airplay chart. The song was subsequently re-recorded featuring vocals by Canadian singer-songwriter Avril Lavigne and this version was released on May 16, 2024.
"I Like It" was released as the second single from the album on July 12, 2024, along with a music video. The song is a collaboration with Swedish DJ and music producer Alesso.
A third single, "Can You Die from a Broken Heart", was released on September 30, 2024, four days ahead of the album's release. The song features vocals by Avril Lavigne, who had previously collaborated with Smith in May 2024.