Hoffman takes "The Bullfighter" to video

Thursday, March 13, 2025 – The official music video for Noeline Hofmann's take of Luke Bell's "The Bullfighter" is out.

The video features Hofmann and two-time BFO World Champion Bullfighter Tyler Mansell.

The video is the latest collaboration between Hofmann and director/editor Preston Hoffman, who also worked together on the video for her song, "August," which won Video of the Year at the 14th Annual Alberta Country Music Awards.

Hoffman said, "To be scared half to death, or all alone, or run ragged, or knocked down into the dirt, but you get up and do it anyway, face it head on, allow your determination to outweigh your fear, never let up, follow your truth, make art of a battle - that's bravery. Perseverance. Grit. Cowboy. That's 'The Bullfighter.'

"'The Bullfighter'" has become a friend of mine, a shot of courage when I've needed it the most. I never had the pleasure of meeting Luke Bell before he passed, but from guitar pulls to stages across North America, performing this cover has led me to making dear friendships and hearing stories from those who knew and loved him worth their weight in gold."

"Fans of Luke's coming up to me after a show and telling me just how important his music is to them. It has been a gift to learn about Luke and the wild, inspired character he was, as well as witness his impact in these ways. Luke wrote songs that will last forever. Though my journey is just beginning in many ways, this song has guided me through the sticks so far on my mission to do the same. Recording this cover is my way of honoring Luke's legacy and his importance to the alternative country genre as well as hopefully, sharing the strength his music has brought me with others."

Hoffman,a native of Alberta, Canada recently released her debut EP, "Purple Gas," this past fall via La Honda Records.

Hofmann, 21, will continue to tour through this fall including an extensive headline. She will also join Turnpike Troubadours, Colter Wall and 49 Winchester for select dates this year.