Danny McBride's Don Gato Tequila Teams with Jon Lindsay and Benji Hughes on New Song "Cool Times"

Lindsay wrote, produced and performed the original song, with longtime collaborator Benji Hughes on backing vocals

NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Daffin Records announced today that solo artist and producer Jon Lindsay has teamed with Don Gato Tequila, the tequila brand brought to life by actor, writer and producer Danny McBride, to create its original song, "Cool Times."

Written, produced and performed by Lindsay, "Cool Times" gives an anthem to Don Gato: an undefeated, cat-loving luchador turned tequila maker with formidable party acumen. Benji Hughes joins on backing vocals.

The track debuts in a one-minute Don Gato house-party spot written, directed and shot by Chris Walldorf (also a Don Gato co-owner) in Charleston, soundtracking a sun-soaked poolside blowout as Don Gato pours tequila, raises glasses and eventually takes the party into the pool.

Musically, "Cool Times" is warm, loose and instantly familiar, with the vocal and textural hallmarks of Lindsay and Hughes. It is built for open windows, those last just-warm-enough afternoons as the leaves begin to change, and one more round when nobody is ready for the night to end.

The song takes its title from Don Gato's "Made good. For cool times." ethos and extends a campaign recognized by Ad Age, Adweek and MediaPost. McBride and David Gordon Green established that world through the "Saga of All Sagas" films, mixing lucha libre mythology, tequila, cats and McBride's comedic sensibility.

"I've been a fan of the world Danny created for Don Gato from day one," said Lindsay. "The ads have been insane and deserve the recognition. With as hard as the guys were going at the 'cool times' vibe, I couldn't believe there wasn't already a slammin' song for it. As soon as I had the demo, I knew we should get Benji on it. Real G's know how far back BH goes with Danny's work—check out Kenny in Eastbound and Down. Huge shout out to Walldorf, who always makes everything look incredible. We've worked together for years. He directed my Dear Assassin video last year; we slipped in few Don Gato Easter eggs."

"It was a perfect fit as we all go way back," said Walldorf. "I went to film school with Danny and have been working with both Jon and Benji for years. It always makes for Cool Times working with old friends, especially when they're as talented as Jon and Benji and knock it out of the park."

Lindsay and Hughes have made music together since their early Charlotte, North Carolina days, with Lindsay serving in Hughes' band. Last year, An Evening Extreme with Benji Hughes and Jon Lindsay toured nationally and played SXSW, even appearing alongside Jackson Browne and Jeff Bridges in Solvang.

About Jon Lindsay

Jon Lindsay is a Savannah, Georgia, and New York City-based artist, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. Across four albums, three EPs and numerous singles, he has toured the U.S. and Europe and collaborated with Rhiannon Giddens, Caitlin Cary, American Aquarium, Matt Douglas, Benji Hughes, and the NC Music Love Army, which he co-founded in 2013. He also co-founded The Catch Fire and The Young Sons. His music has appeared in film, TV, advertising, and theatrical productions. His fourth LP, Big Stage, was released by Daffin Records in 2025.

About Don Gato Tequila

Don Gato is an award-winning, additive-free tequila produced from 100% blue agave grown in the Lowlands of Jalisco, Mexico. Its mythology centers on Don Gato, the undefeated luchador, feline aficionado and tequila maker whose story Danny McBride documents for American audiences. Don Gato Tequila is available in Blanco and Reposado expressions. Made good. For cool times. Please drink responsibly.

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