Leaving her successful singing group, Trick Pony, was probably not an easy decision for Heidi Newfield, but her courage to spread wings wider had been stronger than she thought. It was eventually worth it, for not only was she able to get out of the circle as far as her creativity requires her to, but she also earned an acknowledgment as a solo artist who can write her own songs. "Johnny and June" the song that leads her debut solo album has peaked at #18 on U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and #68 on Billboard Hot 100. Her album "What Am I Waiting For" has gained even a better chart position. It entered the Hot 200 chart at #10 and #2 on Hot Country Albums.