Leroy produced the entire album while contributing guitar, pedal steel, organ, percussion, vocals, and additional instrumentation. That work helped shape the record’s signature blend of Southern rock, country, and blues.
Beyond the production role, he co-wrote “Ballad of a Southern Man,” “Turn It Up,” and “How Far.”
Released in 2011, Firewater helped move Whiskey Myers from the Texas regional circuit to national recognition. “Ballad of a Southern Man,” “Broken Window Serenade,” and “Virginia” became enduring fan favorites; the album’s legacy continued to build over the following decade, ultimately earning RIAA Platinum certification in the United States.