Who Is the Graham St. Clair Band? The Story Behind Their Journey to Country Music

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Who is the Graham St. Clair Band? Lead singer, Graham St. Clair joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising band here…

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Graham St. Clair Band

Quick Facts:

Full name – Graham St. Clair Band
Birthdate – 5/12/2003 (Graham St. Clair)
Hometown – Lubbock, Texas
Current city – Lubbock, Texas
Musical influences – Jason Isbell, John Fullbright, Evan Felker, Marty Robbins
Current Single – “Junior Stayed Home” (as of date of article: 02/23/2026)
The Beginning:

We love introducing you to new artists that we believe in. Today, we’re sharing a band from Texas that we’re loving: Graham St. Clair Band. We chatted with frontman, Graham St. Clair all about his journey in music, his band, and of course, their brand new project, The Narrow Gate.

As a Lubbock, Texas native, St. Clair spent his childhood immersed in all things music.  “I got brought into it by my dad I would say, listening to some Texas country artists like Rob Earle Keen, Lyle Lovett, those are his favorite guys. I started playing guitar. I grew up playing piano, stopped playing piano because I got bored going to the lessons, and I started playing guitar when I was ten, and I started playing in front of people in high-school, sixteen or seventeen probably, and writing songs around that same time.”

As he cultivated his own love of music, the singer-songwriter became enamored with artists that he discovered on his own. “I would say my biggest inspirations in terms of songwriting came after the fact. My dad introduced me to a ton of guys that I still listen to and love today, but growing up with the invention of Apple Music, that was the coolest thing ever,” shared the singer. “I got to start listening to everybody. I stumbled across Jason Isbell that way and Turnpike Troubadours that way, and there’s John Fullbright, so those three are some of my biggest influences in terms of songwriting. The Turnpike Troubadours are my favorite band of all time.”

The Turning Point:

Despite trying to start multiple bands in high-school, it wasn’t until St. Clair attended college at Baylor University that his dreams of starting a band began to take shape. “I got to Baylor, and that’s where I met the rest of the band. […] We kinda came together on accident a little bit, but it was just a fortunate thing and we hit the road running, and we’ve been playing ever since,” began the singer. “I tried to start probably five bands in high-school, and none of them worked out, and I played solo acoustic at bars and restaurants in Lubbock for a few years, and I don’t ever want to go back to that. Playing with a band is so much more fun.”

Coined as a “fraternity band,” even though they never played a fraternity event or party, St. Clair met the rest of the band organically through college. “The idea for the band kinda came together cause we were going to play one darty, which is a day party, and we never did,” shared the singer. “I had met some friends in the music industry from playing around in Lubbock, and I had played some songwriter nights and what not, and I got a call to ask if we could open up for one of them, and his name was Hank Weaver, so Jackson Wright and I opened up acoustic for our buddy, and then I got another call to open up, and they wanted full band. […] I told him I could make it happen, and I called up all these guys, and said we have a show in two weeks, and we worked our tails off and got to practicing.”

The full band had their first show at Cheatham Street in San Marcos, which is a really special place for music in Texas. “I realized that I didn’t really want to be a fraternity band, and we hadn’t played any fraternity stuff yet so there was still time. I had written all these songs prior to the band starting, and I asked if they wanted to come to Lubbock for a week in the summertime to record.” The band agreed, and the rest was history.

Today:

Flash forward to today, Graham St. Clair Band’s first album, XX opened a lot of doors for the newcomers. “People started calling us a little more and answered our emails when we sent them. […] It really kind of felt since we released that album that it wasn’t just for fun anymore, we were going to try.”

Most recently, the band released their incredible EP, titled The Narrow Gate, featuring songs like “Junior Stayed Home” and “The Deep End.” “I have been waiting to put these songs out for a very long time, so I’m very excited for these to come out. I think “Junior Stayed Home” and “Lose Yourself” are the youngest ones. The record is meant to be listened to all at once. The idea is it’s kind of our initial impression of some of the stuff we see in the music industry especially some of the harder things. The music industry is really romanticized. It’s a lot of fun, but at the same time, it’ comes with a lot of difficult problems that you face with being on the road and being so close with seeing musicians have problems with substances and all of these things. It’s also a beautiful thing that you get to share your music with everybody and to play your music with people that the songs are going to mean something to.”

The record is one of those projects that people will fall in love with instantly. Each and every song has a distinct purpose, and the EP is a mark of true artistry. While St. Clair shared this about the song, “Junior Stayed Home,” we think this statement exemplifies much of the record. “There’s some personal stuff and also some non-personal stuff that went into the writing of that song. Really the message that I wanted to get across with it is when you see someone who is going through something like that, grace is an important thing, you don’t know where they’re coming from or why they’re in the position they’re in. You can respond with grace and love instead of judgement.”

2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for the Graham St. Clair Band. Stay tuned for more music and a show near you!

Connect:

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Graham St. Clair Band releases.

To keep up with Graham St. Clair Band, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Graham St. Clair Band’s music is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Morgan Wallen Goes Number One at Country Radio with “20 Cigarettes”

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Morgan Wallen earns another number one single at country radio with his song, “20 Cigarettes” Get all the details here.

Morgan Wallen continues to top the country radio charts again and again. A true superstar in every sense of the word, Wallen continues to make history with his music. Today, another song off his iconic record, I’m The Problem earns the number one spot at country radio. “20 Cigarettes” is the top song this week!

From the moment fans heard “20 Cigarettes,” it became a fan-favorite. Written by Blake Pendergrass, Chase McGill, Josh Miller, and Chris LaCorte, the single is a flirty, captivating, story-driven track that fans immediately took to. It was only a matter of time before the song became another number one for Wallen.

“20 cigarettes and I lit me one // On that redwood deck on Demonbreun // She was with her friends, left ’em standing there // There was more than smoke in that summer air // We burned two while she told me ’bout her hometown // She was drinking Tito’s said I better slow down // I was like, “Hell, nah, I ain’t drinking by myself, nah” // Said she loved my accent, so I kept talking // Reached for the pack on the table by my wallet // We tore off to light the night we had left”

Congrats to Morgan Wallen and his team on their latest number one single!

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Morgan Wallen releases.

To keep up with Morgan Wallen, follow him on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook.

“20 Cigarettes” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Here Are All of HARDY’s Number One Songs in His Catalog

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Here are all of HARDY’s number one songs at country radio (and rock radio) in his music catalog. The singer-songwriter has several number ones to his name as an artist.

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HARDY // Photo credit: Ryan Smith

We love reminiscing about all the great country music to hit country radio over the last few years. In our brand new series, we’re looking back on the songs that made it to the top of the country airplay charts. Today, we’re highlighting songs in HARDY’s career that hit the number one spot as an artist.

“One Beer” ft. Lauren Alaina and Devin Dawson – Mixtape, Vol 1., 2020

In 2020, HARDY was one of the hottest artists in country music. His single, “One Beer” featuring fellow artists, Lauren Alaina and Devin Dawson took over the country airwaves, landing the singer-songwriter his first number one as an artist – cementing him as a mainstay in country music for years to come.

 

“wait in the truck” with Lainey Wilson – The Mockingbird and the Crow, 2023

HARDY’s killer collaboration with Lainey Wilson, “wait in the truck” earned both the artists their second number ones at country radio. The song is truly one of the best in HARDY’s catalog, and its record, The Mockingbird and the Crow remains an incredible album for the singer-songwriter.

 

“JACK”- The Mockingbird and the Crow, 2023

Genre-bending pro, HARDY made his rock radio debut with “JACK,” earning his first officially number one over at rock radio with the single. While this song may have not made its way to the country airwaves, it’s proof that HARDY’s talent knows no bounds.

 

“TRUCK BED”- The Mockingbird and the Crow, 2024

“TRUCK BED,” off of the singer’s sophomore record, the mockingbird & THE CROW was a standout from day one. The song samples a lyric from HARDY’s fan-favorite song, “BOOTS,” and speaks to the singer’s talent as both a rockstar and a country music mainstay.

 

“Favorite Country Song”- COUNTRY! COUNTRY!, 2026

As the lead single off HARDY’s record, Country! Country!, “Favorite Country Song” marks the singer-songwriter’s return to country music, after creatively embracing the rock side of his talent over the last couple of years. The song is a true ode to classic country songs, focusing on the relatable lyrics, and the true story-telling that the genre is the best at. It is no wonder the song finally found its way to the number one spot at country radio.

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HARDY also earned three number ones on Billboard’s U.S. Hard Rock charts with his songs, “Sold Out”, “Rockstar”, and “Psycho” – all songs a part of HARDY”s rock journey. He also earned a number one as a featured artist on Dierks Bentley’s song, “Beers on Me” featuring Breland.

Join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future HARDY announcements and releases.

To keep up with HARDY, follow him on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook.

All of these HARDY hits and more are available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music‘ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Here Are The New Country Songs You Need To Know This Week (2/20/26)

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Here are all of the new country songs that you need to know this week. Check-out the full list of incredible new songs that came out this new music Friday.

“I Only Miss You” – Megan Moroney ft. Ed Sheeran

Megan Moroney impresses on her brand new album, Cloud 9. We especially love this new song.

 

“Love at First Fight” – Filmore

Filmore releases his best work to date with his brand new album ATYPICAL featuring incredible and clever songs like “Love at First Fight.”

 

“Didn’t Forget” – Waylon Wyatt & Wyatt Flores

Waylon Wyatt and Wyatt Flores join forces on their new song, “Didn’t Forget.”

 

“I Don’t Wanna Cry Anymore” – Madden Metcalf

Maden Metcalf impresses on brand new song, “I Don’t Wanna Cry Anymore.”

 

“Empty Words” – Corey Kent

After fans begged for its release, Corey Kent officially shared his new song, “Empty Words.”

 

“The Deep End” – Graham St. Clair Band

Newcomers, the Graham St. Clair Band show off their undeniable talent on their new EP, The Narrow Gate, out now.

 

“Flyin’” – Coleman Jennings

Coleman Jennings brings his traditional flair to his new song, “Flying’.”

 

“Fighting The Good Fight” – Joe Nichols

Joe Nichols continues to impress with his brand new song, “Fighting The Good Fight.”

 

“Word On The Street” – Luke Bryan

Country mainstay shares brand new song, “Word On The Street,” out now.

 

“Take Two” – Dani Jack

Dani Jack releases brand new song, “Take Two.”

 

“Mercy” – Sheyna Gee

Sheyna Gee adds to her growing catalog with new song, “Mercy.”

 

“Arkansas Mud” – Ashley McBryde

Ashley McBryde releases one of her best songs of late called, “Arkansas Mud.”

 

“I Own This Bar” – Braxton Keith

Braxton Keith builds on his momentum with brand new song, “I Own This Bar.”

 

“Thinkin’ Bout Drinkin’” – Randall King

Randall King brings the heat on brand new song, “Thinkin’ Bout Drinkin’.”

 

“That Somebody” – Mason Ramsey

Mason Ramsey grows his artistry with new song, “That Somebody.”

 

“Some Are Just Better” – Maoli

Hawaiian superstar, Maoli shines on new song, “Some Are Just Better.”

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Megan Moroney: ‘Cloud 9’ Album Review

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Megan Moroney’s brand new album, Cloud 9 is officially out now, February 20th on all streaming platforms. Learn more and listen to the new album below.

One of country music’s fastest-rising names, Megan Moroney proves she’s the real deal on Cloud 9, out now. On the follow-up to 2024’s Am I Okay?, the Georgia native further establishes herself as a powerful songwriter, compelling storyteller, and undeniable superstar in the making.

“With two albums under my belt, I feel like my feet are fully planted in my artistry. It’ s not my first or even second rodeo, she shares. “And because of that I felt free to be completely myself and take some risks on this record.”

Each of the album’s fifteen tracks was written or co-written by Moroney alongside collaborators including Luke Laird, Jessie Jo Dillon, Connie Harrington, and Ben Williams. She also co-produced the project with Laird and longtime collaborator Kristian Bush. The result is her pièce de résistance: a vibrant, polished collection of pop-country gems that finds her poised to leap from rising star to household name.

The title track opens the album in euphoric fashion, a shimmering love song that captures the dizzy rush of new romance and immediately sets the tone. “When I wrote ‘Cloud 9,’ I was in such a happy mood all the time,” Moroney says. “I love knowing that when I listen to that song somewhere down the road, I’ll remember exactly how I felt during that time.” 

While the opener floats high on new love, much of the record explores the devastating crash of heartbreak. “Stupid” finds her rationalizing the chaos of being ghosted, while “6 Months Later” showcases her wit with the sharp line, “What doesn’t kill you calls you six months later.” Meanwhile, the Miranda Lambert-esque “Medicine” delivers a gritty honky-tonk attitude as she flips the script on a bad boy, tongue firmly in cheek as she gives him a taste of his own treatment.

“Is it bitter going down, down, down?// You don’t like it too much, do you? // Coming back around, round, ’round // Ain’t as fun when it’s happening to you // Oh, poor, poor you // Now, who’s the fool? // Say I’m messing with your head again // Well, how you like the taste of your own medicine?”

Fan favorite “Wedding Dress,” captures lingering heartbreak with devastating honesty as she wonders if she’ll still miss an old love on her wedding day. Written years before Cloud 9, the Georgia native fears she’ll never get over a lost love. “What if I get married one day and I’m still missing him? When is this gonna stop?’” shared Moroney of her mindset when composing the track. “I was in shambles at the time and I couldn’t get the verses right, but when I finally moved on I was able to figure it all out.” 

“I Only Miss You” is the first of two collaborations on the album, pairing Moroney with Ed Sheeran. Born from an unexpected night of camaraderie at the Bluebird, it’s a sparse Johnny-and-June-inspired country ballad that allows both singers to shine. It allows Sheeran to stretch outside his normal pop sensibilities, anchored in country perfection by Moroney’s more classic drawl.

The “Tennessee Orange” songstress truly stretches herself musically and thematically on the collection. “Beautiful Things” offers a gorgeously poignant moment, inspired by her two-year old niece. “The world is hard on beautiful things that shine,” She sings, inspiring fans far beyond her expectations, “You’re gonna be alright, it’s gonna be alright.”

“It’s the song I’m most proud of on the album,” She shares of “Beautiful Things. “If I can help someone’s day get even two percent better, that means the world to me.” 

“Liars & Tigers & Bears” is the quintessential female empowerment anthem, offering a clever lyrical homage to  The Wizard of Oz as she examines the double standards and unreasonable expectations placed on women.

“Speak your mind, but not too loud // Be sure of yourself, but never too proud // Paint yourself pretty, but don’t do too much// Be soft and not bitchy, but you better be tough // Smile real big, be happy to lose// Don’t have a bad day, there’s cameras on you// Champagne problems I know, I know just a wide – eyed girl, learning the ropes”

The album’s second collaboration pairs her with longtime inspiration, Kacey Musgraves. “Bells & Whistles” examines the sting of watching an ex move on. Yet, it’s ironically self-deprecating, as they trade verses about a girl who’s a bit more drama-free, but likely less exciting. “I know why you like her / She’s sweet and she’s simple / She’s like me without the bells and the whistles,” They lament, a hint of a chuckle lingering in their voices. “She don’t come with the spotlight // She’ll wait around all day long // And you don’t have to worry // You’ll wind up in a song.”

Tracks like “Wish I Didn’t” and “Convincing” showcase Moroney’s versatility, blending pop polish with country storytelling, while “Change of Heart” stands out sonically. It’s a unique and frenetic track, mixing stripped verses with wild choruses. Here, you’ll find the type of call and response live vocals that are perfect for an epic live moment.

The album closes with “Waiting on the Rain,” a lush, string-laden ballad that leans fully into bittersweet acceptance. It’s a fitting finale: cinematic, vulnerable, and quietly devastating. Featuring a chill-inducing string section and background vocals by Jamey Johnson, it’s a bittersweet ballad about a heart just waiting to break.

Ultimately, Cloud 9 feels like a defining moment for Megan Moroney. It allows her to step out into her own strength as both a person and an artist. “The whole experience taught me that keeping the pressure off and leaning into being fully myself is what ends up creating my favorite songs I’ve ever written. I hope that translates to everyone when they hear the album, and reminds them that they don’ t always have to take things so seriously. I hope it brings them that same kind of lightness and joy.”

Cloud 9 Track List:

  1. Cloud 9 (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Ernest Keith Smith)*
  2. Medicine (Megan Moroney, Connie Harrington, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Jessi Alexander)*
  3. 6 Months Later (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Rob Hatch, and David “Messy” Mescon)*
  4. Stupid (Megan Moroney, Amy Allen, and David “Messy” Mescon)*
  5. Beautiful Things (Megan Moroney, Connie Harrington, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Jessi Alexander)*
  6. Convincing (Megan Moroney, Connie Harrington, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Jessi Alexander)*
  7. Liars & Tigers & Bears (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, and Jessie Jo Dillon)*
  8. I Only Miss You (ft. Ed Sheeran) (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, Micah Carpenter, and Ed Sheeran)*
  9. Wedding Dress (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, and Colin Healy)+
  10. Change of Heart (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Micah Carpenter)*
  11. Bells & Whistles (ft. Kacey Musgraves) (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Micah Carpenter)*
  12. Table for Two (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Micah Carpenter)^
  13. Wish I Didn’t (Megan Moroney, Emily Weisband, Hillary Lindsey, and Luke Laird)*
  14. Who Hurt You? (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, and Jessie Jo Dillon)*
  15. Waiting on the Rain (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, and Jessie Jo Dillon)*

Country Swag Picks:

  1. Wish I Didn’t
  2. Liars & Tigers & Bears
  3. Bells & Whistles
  4. Wedding Dress
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Megan Moroney shares brand new album, ‘Cloud 9,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Megan Moroney releases.

For tour dates and more, visit her website or follow her on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.

Cloud 9 available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Here Is FILMORE’s New Album ‘Atypical’

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FILMORE’s brand new album, Atypical is out now, February 20th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new project here.

Since arriving on the country music scene, FILMORE has stayed true to himself. Unapologetically authentic with true swagger, the singer-songwriter continues to redefine country music on his own terms. Since signing with Pitbull’s record label ‘Mr. 305 Records,’ FILMORE has officially entered a new chapter in music. Today, the singer releases his fourth studio album that runs the genre gamut, tapping into the many talents of the artist. Atypical is out now.

The new record features 21 songs all co-written by the singer. FILMORE was also a co-producer on 16 of the songs. Each and every song off the project showcases the singer’s captivating lyrics, while sonically, each song brings a different flavor to the record.”“Working with Pitbull these last few years has truly made me a better artist,” shared FILMORE. “I’ve learned so much from him and I now consider him family. I’m truly blessed to have the opportunity to work with him and be a part of the Mr. 305 Records family!”

Make sure to give Atypical a listen ASAP!Atypical Tracklist:

  1. Blame a Country Song (Tyler Filmore, Danny Majic, Trannie S Anderson)
  2. Betcha Gonna (Tyler Filmore, Matt Dragstrem, Jordan Minton, Geoff Warburton)
  3. Beach Bar (Tyler Filmore, Michael Whitworth, Matt Thomas, Kevin Bard)
  4. Hola (Tyler Filmore, Kyle Clark, Sam Bergeson)
  5. Yeehaw (Tyler Filmore, Armando C. Pérez, Jose Carlos Garcia, Justin Ebach, Elijah Pérez)
  6. Love at First Fight (Tyler Filmore, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Hoge)
  7. Dark Side of Drinking (Tyler Filmore, Tim Nichols, Chris Loocke)
  8. Breakup Tattoos (Tyler Filmore, Devin Dawson, Zach Abend, Geoff Warburton)
  9. Reality (Tyler Filmore, John-Luke Carter)
  10. The Moon (Tyler Filmore, Justin Ebach, Kyle Fishman)
  11. Picture Perfect (Tyler Filmore, Matt Rogers, Lindsay Rimes)
  12. Cost of Living (Tyler Filmore, Conor Matthews, Andrew Baylis)
  13. Only Heaven (Tyler Filmore, John-Luke Carter, Brandon Day)
  14. Reel Life (Tyler Filmore, Tim Nichols, Sam Bergeson)
  15. South On Me (Tyler Filmore, Zach Abend, Jared Mullins, Geoff Warburton)
  16. Made for the Summer (Tyler Filmore, Kyle Clark, Jason Massey)
  17. If I Was You (Tyler Filmore, Conor Matthews, Riley Thomas, Sam Bergeson)
  18. Love Lovin You (Tyler Filmore, Kyle Clark, Sam Bergeson)
  19. God Knew Best (Tyler Filmore, John-Luke Carter, Mackenzie Thoms)
  20. Nobody Ever Loved You (Tyler Filmore, Riley Thomas)
  21. 365 (Tyler Filmore, Lydia Sutherland, Brandon Day)
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Filmore shares brand new album, ‘Atypical,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future FILMORE releases.

To keep up with FILMORE, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Atypical is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Here Is Graham St. Clair Band’s New EP ‘The Narrow Gate’

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Graham St. Clair Band’s brand new EP, The Narrow Gate is out now, February 20th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new project here.

Graham St. Clair Band are ones to look out for! The rising act is comprised of talented, honest artists who have a story to share with the world. In their brand new EP, The Narrow Gate, out today, the band shares their impressions of the music industry, as they navigate this beautiful yet sometimes dark world of music.

In just five songs, the Graham St, Clair Band manage to lure you into their world, telling stories about love, loss, and everything in between. “The Narrow Gate is about as close as you can get to being a concept piece without it being a concept piece. The EP is symbolic of our first impressions of the music industry and kind of the darker side of it a little bit,” shared lease singer, Graham St. Clair. “For any listener, the tracks in the EP will represent stories that they’ve heard a thousand times, whether it be in the music industry or not, or experiences they may have gone through. For the band the EP will always be a record of what it felt like for us to navigate how we wanted to operate during our time playing music. These songs have been ready to go for a long time and we’re excited to finally share them with the world!.”

Make sure to listen to The Narrow Gate EP. We’re sure you’ll become a fan after you do.

The Narrow Gate Tracklist:

  1. Carry me Home (Sadie Gene)
  2. The Deep End
  3. Lose Ourselves
  4. Junior Stayed Home
  5. Hopeful
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Graham St Clair Band share their brand new EP, ‘The Narrow Gate,’ out now on all streaming platforms.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Graham St. Clair Band releases.

To keep up with Graham St. Clair Band, follow them on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

The Narrow Gate is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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Who is Harper Grace? The Story Behind Her Journey to Country Music (2026)

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Who is Harper Grace? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about her journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

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Quick Facts:

Full Name – Harper Kayleigh Grace Gruzins
Birthdate – 6/26/2001
Hometown – McKinney, Texas
Current City – Nashville, Tennessee
Musical Influences – Dolly Parton, Rascal Flatts, Christina Aguilera
Label – Curb Records
Current Single (comes out 2/27) – “if daddy says no” (as of date of article 2/16/26)

The Beginning:

A few years ago with introduced you to a singer-songwriter that we really believed in, Harper Grace. We recently reconnected with the songstress, as she embarks on a brand new era in her music. Continue reading to learn more about her story.

A Dallas, Texas native, Grace grew up with an incredibly supportive family. “I grew up in Texas, and my dad always had country music blaring in his truck, and my Nana played the accordion. She would listen to records like Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn, and Johnny Cash. The list goes on and on.”

Grace recalls finding so much solace in music from an early age. “My found love for country started at a very early age. My Nana bought me my very first guitar when I was six or seven, and we had a piano donated to my family around the same time, so I was homeschooled and I just fell in love with writing songs.” She started to spend her days writing songs and listening to some of her favorite artists.

“I started really, really diving into music and what it meant to be, and fast forward a little bit, I was known as the worst national anthem singer ever as an eleven year old, which was a very trailing time for me, but also taught me a lot about having confidence and bravery, and learning who I was to the core and what my purpose was and what I wanted to say and that mattered,” she shared, adding, ” “I grew up singing gospel music, so Nicole C. Mullen was somebody I listened to a lot. My mom listened Norah Jones and Christina Aguilera and Alicia Keys and Aretha Franklin, but I heard Rascal Flatts, and they were this beautiful mix of the soul and the country music that I would listen to with my grandma, so it was a wide variety of music that inspired me, and I knew I wanted to be part of the country music family because I could close my eyes and see what they were saying within their lyrics, and I wanted to be able to do that and incorporate the soul that I loved so much too.”

The Turning Point:

Grace knew that country music was her calling in life, even when she was a young child. “Music was what stuck and what I have been attached at the hip to. […] It’s what feels right and resonates with the chords of my heart,” she shared.

At sixteen, the singer went on American Idol, and then found herself at a crossroads, finally moving to Music City. “I moved to Nashville, when I was roughly nineteen, and I’ve been here ever since. Signed a record deal shortly after I moved here, and I’ve been striving to tell stories and ripping pages right of my heart even if it bleeds some times, and hoping people hold on to them.”

Since moving to Nashville, the songstress focused on finding her sound and her team. “It’s definitely been a journey. You go through this phase of figuring out what your style is and who you want to work with. […] With some of my past releases, they’ve been very fun and catchy songs, but I reached a point where I want to be so vulnerable and so honest, and I don’t want to hold back. It’s what I fell in love with in the beginning, which is the organic side of country music. […] I have moved towards just this more vocal-forward, organic sound, that I hope to kind of continue to walk into, where you can just feel like you’re right there in the middle of an 8-track recording in the middle of the live session.”

Today:

Flash forward to today, Grace is embarking on a brand new era in her music, a more vulnerable and deeply personal one. “I gained a lot of confidence in wanting to release “if daddy says no” due to the fans. I’ve been singing it live for a little over a year now, and hearing people’s stories and having them come to a point of vulnerability with me, with the song, is what gave me confidence.”

Grace’s single, “if daddy says no” officially comes out on February 27th, and it’s truly one of the best songs she’s ever released.

“This is the most personal song that I’ve ever let out in the world. It’s my baby for sure. It tells a story of a situation that I was kinda stuck in. The tension between doing what was right for me at the time and figuring out what that was. I love love, I’ve always been an hopeless romantic, and I’ve also been the girl that sees the best in everything even when it’s waving a red flag in front of my face,” she shared, adding, “It’s the tension between the two relationships that mean a lot to me. Luckily, my dad did say no, and this is a true story, and I closed the door on something that should have been closed a long time prior to that. […] I believe a lot of time that some of these songs that maybe I’ll get a chance to release down the road that we have plans for, it’s always been a time that I’ve learned something and I’ve been able to attach it to a couple chords and paint a canvas picture with it. It’s very much ripped right out of my heart and put to some music.”

For Grace, this is only just the beginning of her career as a country music artist. She has true staying power, as her talent in songwriting and singing can match up to any artist in the industry right now. Fans should keep their eyes and ears open for more music coming from Grace sooner rather than later!

“I’m grateful for the country music listeners because that’s what really pushed me to step into the true Harper Grace, the intimate, the real, the crispy vocal that comes out, there’s just so much emotion and so much rawness in this song and what’s to come as well,” shared the singer. “We have a lot of stuff that is coming soon, tour dates, new music tease, lots to come.”

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Jason Aldean Goes Number One with “How Far Does A Goodbye Go”

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Jason Aldean earns the number one song at country radio this week with his song, “How Far Does A Goodbye Go.” Learn more here!

Platinum-selling entertainer, Jason Aldean has been a staple in the country music industry for decades. It seems every song he releases becomes a hit with his fans. Today, the singer-songwriter hit a remarkable feat, earning his 31st number one single at country radio with his song, “How Far Does A Goodbye Go.”

In an Instagram caption, Aldean showed his appreciation for the accomplishment. “Man, I thought 30 was the milestone… now we’re sitting at 31 number one songs. That’s pretty wild. Thank you to country radio, my team, our streaming partners, the songwriters, and every one of y’all who’ve listened and turned these songs into something bigger than we ever imagined.” It is no wonder that it found its way to the top of the charts.

“But it’s been four days and three nights of whiskey // And I ain’t heard a word from her and that’s what gets me // So tell me, how far does a goodbye go? // Is it down to a corner bar? // Or out of town in a getaway car? // If it’s on a map, this cowboy’s gotta know // Is it a couple miles away coming up the road // Or on a midnight train on a runaway track? // How far does a goodbye go ’til it don’t come back?”

A huge congrats goes out to Jason Aldean and his team on an incredible feat!

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Here Are All of Kelsea Ballerini’s Number One Songs in Her Catalog

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Here are all of Kelsea Ballerini’s number one songs on country radio in her music catalog. The singer-songwriter has five number ones to her name.

We love reminiscing about all the great country music to hit country radio over the last few years. In this series, we’re looking back on the songs that made it to the top of the country airplay charts. Today, we’re highlighting songs in Kelsea Ballerini’s career that hit the number one spot.

“Love Me Like You Mean It” – The First Time

Ballerini’s first single off her debut album topped the charts in July of 2015. Written with Lance Carpenter, Forest Whitehead, and Josh Kerr, this song embodied the feel-good vibe of this era in country music but from the perspective of a female in a time where radio was dominated by men. In fact, Ballerini was the only female artist to have a number one song on radio that year. It was nice to have a fresh face and personality become a force in the genre, and this would be the song to launch her successful career.

 

“Dibs” – The First Time

Ballerini kept the fun rolling with this next radio single—a tune about her calling ‘dibs’ on a popular guy in town. Ballerini co-wrote this song with Kerr, Ryan Griffin, and Jason Duke, and it hit number one in March of 2016. Again, she and Carrie Underwood were the only female representatives on the chart.  

 

“Peter Pan” – The First Time

Ballerini showed more vulnerability in the next single off her debut album. Written with Whitehead and Jesse Lee, Ballerini sings of a past relationship that failed because the guy she was with never wanted to grow up, like fictional character, Peter Pan. 

 

“Legends” – Unapologetically 

“Legends” was the lead single off her sophomore album and was the only song to top the charts from the album. It is a story of love, written with Whitehead Hillary Lindsey. The emotional music video showcases the couple’s journey from first meeting, to marriage, to having their child, to the tragic death of the man. It had a slow rise to the top, released in June 2017, and hitting number in February of the next year.

 

 “half of my hometown” – Kelsea 

Probably one of the most special songs Ballerini ever recorded, “half of my hometown” features country icon Kenny Chesney, whom she shares the same hometown of Knoxville, Tennessee with. The song, written with Shane Mcanally, Ross Copperman, Jimmy Robbins, and Nicolle Galyon, discuss how split her town was between staying there forever and moving out the second the graduated high school. For Ballerini, it was her first number one in more than four years.

 

*While only reaching the number two spot in the US, “Miss Me More” and “hole in the bottle” hit topped the Country Canada charts.  

 

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All of these Kelsea Ballerini hits and more are available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music‘ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.