Donovan Woods’ brand new EP, Squander Your Gifts is out now, February 27th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new project here.
Donovan Woods is a special type artist, who transcends genre and truly pulls at your heartstrings. The singer-songwriter creates music that speaks to who is as a person, the experiences he’s been through, and everything in between. Today, he releases his brand new EP, Squander Your Gifts featuring five prolific songs that all rival any artist in the industry right now.
“I went through a period of only being able to write about him. It lasted about a year and I wondered if it would ever end. Eventually, I felt that I owed it to Abe to dedicate a collection of songs to him and that’s what this is,” shared Woods in a recent press release. The record as a whole is a dedication to his late friend, Abe Stoklasa, who died too young. “He liked my writing and that emboldened me to believe that my point-of-view had value, that my stubborn, maybe even boring devotion to plainspoken lyric would eventually matter. Abe was a gifted melodist whose ideas arrived from a musical palette I had no access to. His voice was wonderful: wise, easy to hear and easy to love. He sounded like he was 58 years old at 24. In a way, he was. Abe was incredibly kind and thoughtful to those he loved, whip smart and hilarious, as principled as anyone I’ve ever known. He cooked me the best steak I’ve ever eaten. He was brilliant. He was irritating as hell. I loved him and I miss him terribly.”
In just five songs, Woods made sure to honor his friend and also release some of his best music to date. Make sure to listen to Squander Your Gifts EP. We’re sure you’ll become a fan after you do.
Squander Your Gifts EP Tracklist:
I Talk About You
Do It Right
These Things Happen
Who Could Love You
Losing Everything ft. Anaïs Mitchell
Donovan Woods shares new EP, ‘Squander Your Gitfs,’ out now on all streaming platforms.
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Squander Your Gifts EP 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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Megan Moroney’s brand new album, Cloud 9is 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:
Cloud 9 (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Ernest Keith Smith)*
Medicine (Megan Moroney, Connie Harrington, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Jessi Alexander)*
6 Months Later (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Rob Hatch, and David “Messy” Mescon)*
Stupid (Megan Moroney, Amy Allen, and David “Messy” Mescon)*
Beautiful Things (Megan Moroney, Connie Harrington, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Jessi Alexander)*
Convincing (Megan Moroney, Connie Harrington, Jessie Jo Dillon, and Jessi Alexander)*
Liars & Tigers & Bears (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, and Jessie Jo Dillon)*
I Only Miss You (ft. Ed Sheeran) (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, Micah Carpenter, and Ed Sheeran)*
Wedding Dress (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, and Colin Healy)+
Change of Heart (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Micah Carpenter)*
Bells & Whistles (ft. Kacey Musgraves) (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Micah Carpenter)*
Table for Two (Megan Moroney, Ben Williams, Mackenzie Carpenter, and Micah Carpenter)^
Wish I Didn’t (Megan Moroney, Emily Weisband, Hillary Lindsey, and Luke Laird)*
Who Hurt You? (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, and Jessie Jo Dillon)*
Waiting on the Rain (Megan Moroney, Luke Laird, and Jessie Jo Dillon)*
Country Swag Picks:
Wish I Didn’t
Liars & Tigers & Bears
Bells & Whistles
Wedding Dress
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.
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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FILMORE’s brand new album, Atypicalis 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:
Blame a Country Song (Tyler Filmore, Danny Majic, Trannie S Anderson)
Betcha Gonna (Tyler Filmore, Matt Dragstrem, Jordan Minton, Geoff Warburton)
Beach Bar (Tyler Filmore, Michael Whitworth, Matt Thomas, Kevin Bard)
Hola (Tyler Filmore, Kyle Clark, Sam Bergeson)
Yeehaw (Tyler Filmore, Armando C. Pérez, Jose Carlos Garcia, Justin Ebach, Elijah Pérez)
Love at First Fight (Tyler Filmore, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Hoge)
Dark Side of Drinking (Tyler Filmore, Tim Nichols, Chris Loocke)
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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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:
Carry me Home (Sadie Gene)
The Deep End
Lose Ourselves
Junior Stayed Home
Hopeful
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.
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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Hudson Westbrook shares his brand new EP, Exclusive out now January 23rd on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new project here.
With more Texas twang than Nashville bluster, 21 year old Hudson Westbrook is already carving out his own lane in modern country. A native of the Lone Star state, the rising singer-songwriter initially broke through with the vital hit, “Take It Slow.”
Inspired by the Red Dirt sounds of George Strait, Turnpike Troubadours, Parker McCollum, Koe Wetzel, and more, his debut EP, Exclusive, is out today. The rising singer-songwriter co-wrote the collection’s five tracks alongside the likes of Ryan Beaver, Jesse Frasure, Reid Haughton, and more.
Featuring a rootsy sound and mid-tempo swagger, the EP shows a young singer-songwriter who’s lyrically wise beyond his years. The title track kicks things off, pairing a twangy guitar groove with a familiar cautionary tale of missed chances. “All she wanted from you was exclusive, I bet right now you feel stupid. Yeah, you had your shot and you blew it.” He croons, convincing listeners of his heartbreak. Yet, as Westbrook sings of a “one in a million” girl who seems to have gotten away, he quickly flips the story, revealing that he’s the one who ultimately got the girl and some other guy is left feeling stupid.
Westbrook leans into his own lived-in love stories. On “LMWYL,” he delivers the vulnerable line, “You only love me when you’re lonely, and I don’t mind at all,” capturing the ache of accepting something that’s better than nothing. Meanwhile, “Lovin’ On Me” flips the mood, offering a flirty and playful ode to romance, musing, “You look good, but you look better lovin’ on me.”
Like on “Exclusive,” “If He Wanted To” finds him the better man in a situation. It’s a swinging ballad that showcases Westbrook’s emotional depth and gentlemanly tendencies. Here, he reminds someone special that a good man will raise the bar for her, without being asked.
“If he wanted to Yeah, you wouldn’t be second guessin’ // If he wanted you // He wouldn’t be able to help it // He’d be by your side, put his pride aside // And be lovin’ you like he should // If he wanted to, if he wanted you // He would”
The most infectious and radio-ready moment arrives with “Pretty Privilege,” an undeniable earworm that finds Westbrook falling prey to a woman’s charms. Clever and self-aware, the track captures the push-and-pull of attraction with humor, ending the EP on a high.
“Yeah, I’m fallin’ a victim to beautiful abuse // What’s a man to do // When you wear that dress so confident // I lose all my sense, gettin’ mixed up in // That born with it, that golden ticket // That what you want you get it // Pretty privilege”
With Exclusive, Hudson Westbrook continues to prove why he’s one to watch in country music. He remains unapologetically true to his Texas roots, releasing twangy Texas-tinted tunes that are sure to endear him to legions of new fans.
Country Swag Picks:
If He Wanted To He Would
Lovin’ On Me
Pretty Privilege
Exclusive Tracklist:
Exclusive (Hudson Westbrook, Neil Medley, Lukas Scott, Ryan Beaver)
LMWYL (Hudson Westbrook, Neil Medley, Jesse Frasure)
Lovin’ On Me (Hudson Westbrook, Neil Medley, Beau Bailey, Lukas Scott)
If He Wanted To (Hudson Westbrook, Reid Haughton, Dan Alley, Ryan Beaver)
Exclusive 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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Clever’s deluxe version of his album, Coyote (Deluxe) is out now, December 10th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new project here.
Incredible, genre-bending artist, Clever has been a force in the music industry since the moment he stepped into the limelight. With an incredible tone and storytelling to match, the singer-songwriter is a true artist. Back in October, he released his debut album, Coyote, featuring 21 songs. Today, the artist is adding nine songs to the project, releasing a deluxe version called, Coyote (Deluxe), out now.
When asked about the debut project, Clever originally shared, “Coyote is a voice in the darkness — a hymnal for the heartbroken. To me, this album is proof that you can bleed, burn, and bounce back. Visually, I picture an old Chevelle on a desert road, smoking a Marlboro, and blowing smoke into the night sky. I can’t wait to finally give this album to all of the fans that have made this dream a reality for me.” While the original project was uniquely perfect in every way, the deluxe version gives fans even more insight into the singer’s past, present, and where’s he’s headed.
Make sure to give Coyote (Deluxe) a listen ASAP!
Coyote (Deluxe) Tracklist:
A Rock Through The Stained Glass
If God Counts the Tears
Boys Don’t Cry
Sorry For your Loss
This Empty Chair
Gasoline
Play Along
You Ain’t Got Nothing On Me
Dale Murphy
Candlelight
Cowboy Killers
Kansas ft. Struggle Jennings
Trainwreck
Still
Sandcastles
You Didn’t Hear It From Me
Mattress
Gently in The Night
Billy The Kid
Undressed
Amaretto Sour
Stuck In It
Halfway to Houston
Ain’t The Only Thing
El Camino
Cinderella
I Think I just Passed You
Reminds Me Of You
By Heart
Buy One Get One
Clever shares brand new album, ‘Coyote (Deluxe), 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 Clever releases.
Coyote (Deluxe) 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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Zac Brown Band’s new album, Love & Fear is out now, December 5th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new project here.
Zac Brown Band has been synonymous with country music and live-touring for decades now. The band is at the pinnacle of their career, as they set out to launch their landmark Sphere limited engagement in Las Vegas, with opening night kicking off today, Friday, December 5th. In conjunction with the incredible shows, ZBB share their eight studio albums with the world, Love & Fear, out today.
The brand new record is an important one. According to Zac Brown, the project is true culmination of everything of the last few years. “This album is about the duality we all carry,” shared the leader singer. “Love and fear push us, challenge us, and shape who we become. These songs reflect the highs, the lows, and everything in between.”
Love & Fear captures all that Zac Brown Band is, weaving together a thirteen-song collection that speaks to their resilience, emotionality, and introspection. The record also features three killer collaborations with incredible artists like Marcus King, Snoop Dogg, and Dolly Parton.
Make sure to give Love & Fear a listen ASAP!
Love & Fear Tracklist:
I Ain’t Worried About It
Hard Run (feat. Marcus King)
The Sum
Let It Run (feat. Snoop Dogg)
Animal
Butterfly (feat. Dolly Parton)
Give It Away
Can You Hear Me Now
Thank You For Loving Her
Come To Me
Nothing’s A Coincidence
Passenger
What You Gonna Do
Zac Brown Band shares brand new album, ‘Love & Fear,’ 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 Zac Brown Band releases.
Love & Fear 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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Ashley Cooke shares her brand new EP, ace, out now November 14th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new project here.
Honeyed vocals and uniquely introspective lyrics define rising country star Ashley Cooke’s new project, ace, out now. Across nine new tracks, the singer-songwriter bares her soul with a sincerity that never feels forced.
Her raw, emotion-rich vocals shine as she unpacks heartbreak, vulnerability, and self-reflection. The Florida native co-wrote seven of the project’s tracks alongside Emily Weisband, Johnny Clawson, Lori McKenna, and other Nashville heavyweights.
Produced by the legendary Dann Huff, ace follows 2023’s 24-track epic shot in the dark. “Growing up, my dad gave me this nickname: Ace. I’m not sure if it was his love of blackjack or because it’s kind of my initials, but nonetheless, it just stuck. It makes me think of the person that I am, truly, to my core, behind closed doors,” she shares.
“It’s been about two and a half years since my debut record was released. So many incredible, bucket-list things filled the days after with the best people I could ever imagine getting to share them with. But life has a funny way of spitting rain when you think it’s gonna be a sunny day. I swear, one thing hit after another. I lost some of the most important people in my life, and health issues in my family piled up left and right. Love came, and love went. This music is derived from those real situations. It’s brutal honesty. It’s a story in chronological order. And it’s a collection of songs welcoming you to the next chapter. This is ace. Make yourself at home.”
From the opening notes of the bittersweet “gettin’ old” to the closing moments of the heartbreakingly vulnerable “my worst fear,” Cooke’s heart and soul are on full display. The collection’s lyrics share the tale of a young woman grappling with heartache, heartbreak, the possibility of forever, and everything in between.
Standouts include the thematic opposites “talk about” and “the f word.” While “talk about” finds her speechless in front of someone she once loved, “the f word” is a clever, tender ballad anchored by a lyrical twist: the “F word” is forever.
“Yeah I should wash my mouth out with soap // ‘Cause I said the F word in front of your momma // The first time I met her, not tryna’ start drama // Just kinda slipped out, like what the hell did I just do // I said I’d probably spend forever with you”
Sonically, the frenetic “tin foil hat (panic attack version)” is the most unique track, a building pop-punk inspired chorus that’s unexpected in the best way. Here, she grapples with jealousy and suspicion, musing “I know what it means when he looks at a girl like that.”
“baby blues” offers a playful and sexy moment of levity, while “swear words” is a feelgood uptempo that hearkens back to your favorite country ladies of the ’90s. “the hell you are” is a swampy and gritty romp, offering the most perfect country kissoff. “You’re almost convincing when you’re telling me you’re different// Yeah the hell you are,” She roars. “All that truth about your lies is you’re heaven on the eyes// But when it comes to the heart// You don’t even know the hell you are.”
“swear words” is a gorgeous and epic ballad, remnant of Carrie Underwood’s early work, while the album’s final moments, “my worst fear,” show Cooke at her most vulnerable. On the album’s final track, she weighs the pain of trading success for a relationship, struggling with her own loneliness. “Look who’s lonely now,” She emotes passionately. “Ain’t this the life you were dreaming about // Thought you had the whole thing figured out // But look around // Look who’s lonely now.”
For Ashley Cooke, ace may have been born from growth, heartbreak, and hardship, but the result is a standout project that can only be described as, appropriately, an ace.
Country Swag Picks:
tin foil hat (panic attack version)
talk about
the hell you are
The f word
ace Tracklist:
gettin’ old (Ashley Cooke / Johnny Clawson / Kyle Sturrock)
baby blues (Ashley Cooke / Johnny Clawson / Kyle Sturrock / Seth Ennis / Joe Fox)
the f word (Emily Weisband / Lori McKenna / Gordie Sampson)
talk about (Ashley Cooke / Emily Weisband / Chase McGill / Chris LaCorte)
the hell you are (Ashley Cooke / Emily Weisband / Chase McGill / Seth Ennis / Joe Fox)
swear words (Ashley Cooke / Johnny Clawson / Kyle Sturrock / Seth Ennis / Madeline Merlo / Joe Fox)
excuses (Ashley Cooke / Johnny Clawson / Kyle Sturrock)
tin foil hat (panic attack version) (Emily Weisband / Seth Ennis / Mike Robinson)
(my worst fear) (Ashley Cooke / Emily Weisband / Johnny Clawson / Kyle Sturrock / Seth Ennis / Joe Fox)
Ashley Cooke shares her brand new EP, ‘ace,’ 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 Ashley Cooke releases.
ace 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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Brendan Walter releases his brand new debut album, Disappearing Days, out now, November 7th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new project here.
Since bursting on to the country music scene, we’ve been fans of Brendan Walter. The eclectic rising artist has seamlessly blending rock, folk, and country influences to make a sound that feels fresh and familiar all at the same time. With his major label debut, Walter is baring his soul, releasing his debut project, Disappearing Days featuring eleven cleverly and internationally crafted songs.
According to the singer-songwriter, this album was a labor of love that stems from his own lived experience. “My path in life has been a little different than most and being 21 as a freshman then graduating at 25 to ultimately decide I wanted to pursue music has been the most exciting and terrifying grind I have ever jumped into,” shared the entertainer in a recent press release. “I wanted to try and include every major part of my life in this album, so it touches on growing up, moving out, falling in love, heartbreak, and all of the ups and downs that life brings. We made this album last year when I made the move to Nashville. We poured everything into making this first real project and we are so excited we can finally share it with you.”
The record features songs about his grit like “Pipe Dream,” as well as, songs about the ups and downs of life, including, “Normal Day” and the title track, “Disappearing Days.” Walter captivates fans with nostalgia, creativity, honesty, and relatability – all qualities that make-up his incredible artistry.
Make sure to give Disappearing Days a listen ASAP!
Disappearing Days Tracklist:
Pipe Dream – Brendan Walter, Grady Smith
No One’s Gonna Do It For You – Brendan Walter, Zachary Ray Williams
Back On Deseret – Brendan Walter, Colton Venner
Normal Day – Brendan Walter, Grady Smith, Jack Rauton
The Other Side – Brendan Walter, Robert Williford, Grady Smith
Disappearing Days – Brendan Walter, Grady Smith, Gary Stanton
Fightin’ Today – Brendan Walter, Ben Wagner
Asking For A Friend – Brendan Walter, David DeVaul
Sweet Gone Sour – Brendan Walter, Michael Thompson Ferrari, William Blackburn Guild, Evan Honer
Come Back Home – Brendan Walter, Jack Hummel, Jack Rauton
Pathetic – Brendan Walter, Tommy Massad
Brendan Walter’s debut album, ‘Disappearing Days,’ is 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 Brendan Walter releases.
Disappearing Days 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.
https://countryswag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/brendan-walter-debut-album-disappearing-days.jpg6301200Erica Zismanhttps://countryswag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/logo-new-cs-white.pngErica Zisman2025-11-07 10:48:382025-11-07 10:48:38Here Is Brendan Walter’s Debut Album ‘Disappearing Days’
Adam Doleac releases his brand new album, Dream House, out now, October 17th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new project here.
Adam Doleac has remained a true artist in every sense of the word since he debuted several years ago. Through all iterations of his career, Doleac has put faith and family at the forefront of his music and his connection with fans. HI brand new record, Dream House embodies that sentiment. The twelve song record is creative, heartfelt, and truly one to listen to.
The record includes songs like, “Lookin’ Forward To Lookin’ Back” and “Big Day In Our Little World,” as well as collaborations with artists like Thomas Rhett and Madeline Merlo. Every song gives fans an inside look at Doleac’s personal world.
“This album is called Dream House because for the first time in my life, I’m living in mine,” shared Doleac in a recent press release. “I wrote all of these songs from under the roof of it. I grew up thinking a dream house was just a house, but these songs are me realizing I was wrong. The dream isn’t about how big the house is, it’s about how big the love is inside the house. It’s about family, and that’s exactly what this album is about.”
Make sure to give Dream House a listen ASAP!
Dream House Tracklist:
That Ol’ Jeep
I Wanna Go
Big Day In Our Little World
Dream House
Bar Named Jesus ft. Thomas Rhett
Didn’t We
Whatever Helps You Sleep At Night
Lookin’ Forward To Lookin’ Back
All Moms Go To Heaven
Playin’ Catch
Day One ft. Madeline Merlo
Bye Heart
Adam Doleac shares brand new album, ‘Dream House,’ 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 Adam Doleac releases.
Dream House 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.
https://countryswag.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/adam-doleac-dream-house.jpg6301200Erica Zismanhttps://countryswag.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/logo-new-cs-white.pngErica Zisman2025-10-17 05:40:322025-10-20 09:42:36Here Is Adam Doleac’s Album ‘Dream House’
