Neon Union, the country duo consisting of Leo Brooks and Andrew Milsaps, are calling it quits.
They shared the news in a social media announcement featuring statements from both band mates, as well as several pictures of them together over the years.
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In the caption of their announcement post, the duo called their breakup “the end of an amazing journey.” They also sent love to all the fans who’ve supported them over the course of their four years performing together.
What Did Neon Union Say About Their Breakup?
Both Brooks and Milsaps’ statements make it clear that this isn’t the end of their friendship, or their creative partnership.
“Andrew will always be my friend and we will still write songs together,” Brooks wrote in his statement.
“What a ride we’ve had! I love Leo, and he will always be my friend and brother. I’m thankful for every chapter in my book of life,” Milsaps added.
They also indicated that they’re excited about what’s ahead for them, though they didn’t specify exactly what’s in store.
“The closing of this chapter might be the end of one, but it’s the beginning of the next,” Milsaps continued. “I’m excited for what’s to come.”
“Now it’s time to go wherever God leads me,” Brooks wrote in his statement. “Thank you to all of the NU fans, love y’all and here’s to the next chapter. Cheers.”
Who Are Neon Union?
Singer-songwriter Andrew Milsaps and multi-instrumentalist Leo Brooks formed Neon Union in 2022.
That year, they signed to Red Street Records, the independent Christian label that Rascal Flatts‘ Jay DeMarcus had founded four years prior. Neon Union also gave their debut performance at the Grand Ole Opry and released their debut single, “‘Bout Damn Time,” in 2022.
Neon Union released their first full-length album, Good Years, in 2025.
They were nominated for New Duo or Group of the Year at the 2024 ACM Awards, but did not win.
What Other Country Artists Have Retired Or Quit in 2026?
Neon Union aren’t the only duo to hang up their hats this year. Maddie + Tae announced plans for an indefinite hiatus in late 2025, and they’ll play their final show together this summer.
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Alan Jackson played the final date of his farewell tour in 2025, and he’s got an all-star finale show — with lots of superstar guests — planned for June of this year.
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and John Michael Montgomery are two more who’ve either wrapped up their full-time touring careers recently or intend to do so in 2026. Trace Adkins has hinted that retirement might be around the bend for him, too.
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