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HARDY ‘COUNTRY! COUNTRY!’ – Album Review

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HARDY’s new album, COUNTRY! COUNTRY!  is out now, September 26th on all streaming platforms. Take a listen and read our full review below.

For HARDY, country music has always been a focal point. And while the megatalented singer-songwriter has experimented with other sounds, most notably on 2024’s rock-laden QUIT!, he’s going back to his roots. On COUNTRY! COUNTRY!, out now, HARDY mixes traditional country instrumentation with sharp, clever lyricism for a record that feels authentically his.

“I just missed it,” HARDY reveals in a statement. “I missed my community. My peers. Plus, I love country music. I moved to town to write country songs. Going 10 years of writing 100+ songs a year, it was a nice palette cleanser to take a step away from that. Now I’m back. I’m fresh and ready to get right back into it.”

Produced by longtime collaborator Joey Moi, the twenty-track album covers everything from love and loss to dogs and hometown pride. From the opening chords of the title track to the reflective closer “Everybody Does,” HARDY invites listeners on a journey through all things country.

While the album still includes the raspy growl and driving guitars that were prevalent on QUIT!, there’s a more authentic country twang present here. “Favorite Country Song” is an immediate standout, an homage to the country songs that raised him. Namedropping everything from “Summertime” to “My Maria” to “Country Boy Can Survive” to “Sinners Like Me,” it’s evident that HARDY’s inspirations are as vast and diverse as his own catalogue.

On “Bro Country,” he nods to his past and the current state of the genre, the lyrics reading like a letter to the long lost art of the ‘bro country’ subgenre. “Some of y’all may not know this, but I started my career in Nashville as a songwriter, writing for my buddies like FGL, Morgan Wallen, Cole Swindell, Chris Lane, etc.” He says. “I know my way around a bro country song and I owe a lot to that era. But the vibe in country music has shifted lately, and I wrote a song about it.”

On songs like “I’d Go Crazy,” “Luckiest Man Alive” and “Girl with a Gun,” HARDY flexes his skills as a songwriter, embracing the simple things in life on “Luckiest” and promising eternal fidelity on “Girl.” 

“Car That Drove You Away” offers another clever lyric, and is the only song he’s ever put on an album that he didn’t write. “I knew that I couldn’t beat it,” HARDY shares, “I knew when I heard it that it was one of the best songs I’ve heard in a long time and there’s nothing on this record that could compete with that.”

Elsewhere, HARDY spends a lot of time reflecting on life and family throughout the record. “Bottomland” shows a stripped and vulnerable man, while “Country in Me” and “Buck on the Wall” reflect on his upbringing.  “Take the Country and Run” finds him choosing small-town life over wealth, and “Gun to My Head” turns into a euphoric declaration of country pride.

 Among the album’s most powerful moments are “Dog Years,” told from a dog’s perspective, and “Goodbye,” where HARDY grapples with the inevitability of losing the person he loves most. Both show his rare ability to balance vulnerability with grit.

Fans of HARDY’s more rowdy side are also in for a treat. “Keep It Country” and “Who Don’t” are tailor-made for the stage, redneck anthems that bring twang and fire in equal measure.

“Bedrooms in the Sky” is another highlight, pairing HARDY with Stephen Wilson Jr. With incredible guitar work and finger-picking, the pair harmonize on the celebration of country music.

“Where somebody’s gonna learn how to hunt // Somebody’s gonna learn how to fish // Somebody’s gonna pray for rain, then raise some grain// To feed a couple barefoot kids// You can build your bedrooms in the sky // You can swallow up my little town // But when the shit hits the fan //And the world’s just land // Country’s gonna come back around”

“Y’all Need Jesus” offers a moment of levity as HARDY snaps back at those who mock him online, musing “Y’all need Jesus and a Willie Nelson song, Ride that high horse somewhere you can leave my country ass alone, Y’all keep throwin’ stones, I’m gonna keep on droppin’ deer Y’all need Jesus and I need a beer.”

The LP ends with “We’re All Gonna Die” and “Everybody Does,” both of which have him speaking the hard truth that no one is immortal. On the former, he encourages listeners to seize the day, while on the latter, he reflects on the fact that, despite all our differences, we’re all eventually going to leave this world.

With COUNTRY! COUNTRY!, HARDY returns to the sound that started it all. It’s raw, reflective, rowdy, and rooted in his Mississippi upbringing. It’s a collection that only he could make, and it’s full of contenders for your future “Favorite Country Song.”

Country Swag Picks:

  1. Favorite Country Song
  2. Bro Country
  3. Bedroom in the Sky
  4. Car That Drove You Away
  5. Country Country

COUNTRY! COUNTRY! Track List:

  1. Country Country
  2. Favorite Country Song
  3. Bro Country with ERNEST
  4. Luckiest Man Alive
  5. Car That Drove You Away
  6. Girl With A Gun
  7. Buck On The Wall
  8. I’d Go Crazy Too
  9. Take The Country And Run
  10. Goodbye
  11. Bedrooms In The Sky with. Stephen Wilson Jr.
  12. Bottomland
  13. Who Don’t
  14. Country In Me
  15. Gun To My Head
  16. Keep It Country
  17. Y’all Need Jesus
  18. Dog Years
  19. We’re All Gonna Die
  20. Everybody Does
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HARDY shares new album, ‘COUNTRY! COUNTRY!,’ 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 HARDY releases.

For tour dates and more, visit his website.

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

COUNTRY! COUNTRY! 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 Lily Rose’s Debut Album ‘I Know What I Want’

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Lily Rose shares her debut album, I Know What I Want, officially out now, September 19th on all streaming platforms. Learn more and listen to the new project below.

Since bursting on to the scene five or so years ago, Lily Rose has stayed unapologetically herself, releasing music that sounds distinctly like her and her voice. We have been fans since day one, and it’s incredible to see what the singer-songwriter has built. It’s been a long time coming, but Rose’s debut album, I Know What I Want is officially here!

Featuring thirteen songs, Rose poured her heart and soul into the project, captivating fans with each and every song. “I’ve been writing for this project for almost five years now and during that time, I have spanned the spectrum of peaks and valleys,” shared Rose in a recent press release. “Through these years, I have known what I want but have been navigating how to get there… and I feel like I finally made it.”

The record is culmination of all of Rose’s hard-work and dedication to her craft. Make sure you stream I Know What I Want ASAP!

I Know What I Want Track List:

  1. Even After Everything (Lily Rose, Paul DiGiovanni, Andy Albert, Seth Ennis)
  2. Work Like That (Lily Rose, Hillary Lindsey, Gordie Sampson)
  3. Drinkin Bout (Matt Dragstrem, Chase McGill, Josh Thompson)
  4. I Know What I Want (Lily Rose, Paul DiGiovanni, Andy Albert, Emily Weisband, Jaxson Free, Taylor Phillips)
  5. End Like This (Lily Rose, Emily Weisband, Will Weatherly, Dallas Wilson)
  6. Figure 8 (Lily Rose, Matt Morrisey, Autumn Buysse, Peter Wallevik, Daniel Davidsen)
  7. Only Lonely One (Lily Rose, Seth Ennis, John Pierce, Paul DiGiovanni)
  8. Climbing Magnolias (Lily Rose, Paul DiGiovanni, Andy Albert, Seth Ennis)
  9. Seein’ Blue (Lily Rose, Joybeth Taylor, Michael Whitworth, Will Weatherly)
  10. Of Course I Do (Lily Rose, Paul DiGiovanni, Andy Albert, Emily Weisband)
  11. East To West (Lily Rose, Paul DiGiovanni, Andy Albert, Emily Weisband)
  12. Let Ya Know When I Get There (Ben Stennis, Michael Tyler, Hunter Phelps)
  13. Slow Me Down (Lily Rose, Seth Ennis, Paul DiGiovanni)
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Lily Rose shares debut album, ‘I Know What I Want,’ 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 Lily Rose releases.

To keep up with Lily Rose, follow her on Instagram, TikTok,  Twitter, and Facebook.

I Know What I Want is 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.

Karley Scott Collins ‘Flight Risk!’ – Debut Album Review

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Karley Scott Collins’ debut album, Flight Risk  is out now, September 26th on all streaming platforms. Take a listen and read our full review below.

With a soulful voice and an undeniable gift for storytelling, country newcomer Karley Scott Collins is making her mark with her debut album Flight Risk, out now via Sony Music Nashville. The 16-track LP, co-written in full by the Florida native, showcases her mix of lyrical depth and heartfelt delivery.

Produced alongside Grammy winner Nathan Chapman, the project leans into heartbreak, a theme that perfectly complements Collins’ honeyed, aching tone. “It’s a special thing that really, only artists get to experience – turning pain and things that could’ve broken you into something you’re proud of,” Collins says. “Releasing a full album has been my goal since I started writing songs. I grew up collecting vinyl and listening to full records, so creating an album and telling an entire story from top to bottom is what I’ve always wanted to do.” 

The LP kicks off with the roaring “Denim,” a fiery anthem aimed at a bad-boy ex. Sliding electric guitars punctuate her biting lyrics, just as she intended. “‘Denim’ is very specifically about my most recent ex – so when he hears it, someone will need to check on him,” she shares.

“Denim// Got into my blood I let him // Salt into the cut // Set fire and tell me it’s raining // Good liar you had me baby // Venom // One hell of a blue jean lesson // He know that he looks like // Sweet heaven and I loved him // The devil in denim”

On “Quit You,” Collins channels shades of Brandi Carlile, her voice cracking with raw emotion as she wrestles with unhealthy addiction to someone. Meanwhile, “Easy to Leave”is a ’90s-inspired ballad about a breakup that made moving on all too simple.

“But you made it easy // To lose your number // Call my mother // And tell her that you’re crazy // You know how to make it easy // To drive by your house // And not even slow down // Forget the way I kissed ya // I don’t even miss ya // Don’t know which side of you to blame // But don’t ya know you went and made it // Easy to love you // Then you made it easy to leave”

“Music to Cry To” is an especially clever bluesy ballad, while “Runner” finds her guarding her broken and beaten heart. The soaring “Shoot Out All the Lights,” co-written with Greg Kurstin (Adele, Sia, Kelly Clarkson), builds into a theatrical country ballad that rivals the greats.

Still, Flight Risk isn’t all heartbreak. Collings lets loose on the script-flipping “Cowboy Shit” and beckons an undeniable attraction on “Bad Bad.” She gets her toes tapping to the poptastic “Left Me Alone,” as she realizes that she’s going to be just fine. “It’s just that moment you realize you’re okay, like ‘Now I can listen to Bob Dylan again, without thinking about you,’” she explains of the track. “That one’s pretty specific, in that I woke up one day and realized ‘Oh my God, I’m free. I’m okay.’”

Elsewhere, “Girlfriend” delivers playful early-2000s pop-rock energy, while “Heavy Metal” offers a gripping country tale of generational trauma and the weight of holding on too long.

One of the album’s most vulnerable moments comes with “Only Child,” where Collins reflects on the bittersweet solitude of growing up without siblings. “Got your own space, don’t have to share,” she sings, the chorus shifting from lighthearted to heavy as she confronts the loneliness of watching her parents age. “Used to not have to, and now you don’t get to, Share it with no one, And damn it’s lonely Only child.”

The LP ends with “Madman,” an introspective look at losing yourself and your sanity in the haze of someone else. “You made a madman out of me,” She claims, voice laden with emotion and realization. “Didn’t know reckless was something I could be // Somewhere between love and insanity, Oh, you made a madman, A madman out of me.”

With Flight Risk, Karley Scott Collins presents a collection that feels as intimate as pages from a diary, chronicling the highs and lows of her early twenties. It’s honest, relatable, and reminiscent of the kind of storytelling that propelled artists like Kelsea Ballerini, Maren Morris, and Taylor Swift into superstardom.

“Ultimately, I want people to walk away feeling like they know me and some of my story,” she says. “I still have a long way to go and a lot of goals I’ve yet to reach, but there’s nothing in the world I’d rather be doing for the rest of my life.”

Country Swag Picks:

  1. Easy to Leave
  2. Cowboy Shit
  3. Shoot Out All the Lights
  4. Denim

Flight Risk Track List:

  1. Denim (Karley Scott Collins, Sara Bares, Stephan Lee Benson, Alex Kline)
  2. Easy to Leave (Karley Scott Collins, Nathan Chapman, Aaron Zuckerman)
  3. Quit You (Karley Scott Collins, Nathan Chapman)
  4. Cowboy Sh!t (Karley Scott Collins, Sam Backoff, KK Johnson)
  5. Music to Cry To (Karley Scott Collins, Alex Kline, Joybeth Taylor)
  6. Left Me Alone (Karley Scott Collins, AJ Pruis, Joybeth Taylor)
  7. Shoot Out All the Lights (Karley Scott Collins, Greg Kurstin)
  8. Bad Bad (Karley Scott Collins, Emily Falvey, Emma Kleinberg, Dan Pellarin)
  9. Runner (Karley Scott Collins, Sam Backoff, Zane Callister, Ashley Ray)
  10. Girlfriend (Karley Scott Collins, Alex Kline, Summer Overstreet)
  11. I Used to Love Him (Karley Scott Collins, Alex Kline, Scott Stepakoff)
  12. American Boy (Karley Scott Collins, Alex Kline, Joybeth Taylor)
  13. Heavy Metal (Karley Scott Collins, Sam Backoff, KK Johnson)
  14. Daddy’s Habits (Karley Scott Collins, Alex Kline, Lydia Sutherland)
  15. Only Child (Karley Scott Collins, Marti Lynn Dodson, Alex Kline)
  16. Madman (Karley Scott Collins, Kathleen Higgins)
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Karley Scott Collins shares brand new debut album, ‘ Flight Risk,’ 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 Karley Scott Collins releases.

For tour dates, including hitting the stage with Keith Urban, visit her official website here.

To keep up with Karley Scott Collins, follow her on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.

Flight Risk 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.

Justin Schools Collaborates with Averie Bielski on New Song “Giving In”

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Justin Schools and Averie Bielski join forces on new song “Giving In,” out now, September 26th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.

Country music is at its absolute best right now. While there are many established artists in the genre and rising artists that are growing their careers, there are also newer country artists that are ones to look out for it! Justin Schools is one of those artists. The singer-songwriter is incredibly talented at blending his 90s country sound with rock, giving fans a new sound to fall in love with. Today, he joins forces with incredible singer-songwriter, Averie Bielski on their new song “Giving In.”

On the stunning new song, Schools and Bielski shine. “Giving In” is an honest anecdote about the type of relationship that is on and off. Instead of committing to the breaking up, the protagonists decide to give in to the love. Both artists trade verses, adding to the perspectives of the song. However, the true stand-out is when their voices combine for beautiful harmonies in the chorus.

“I’ve tried getting by mixing whiskey and wine // Holding on in a hole in a wall // I’ve done all I can to not give a damn // But you know how to undo it all // We both know we can’t win this fight // I don’t know why we even try // We even up right here every time // So I’m giving up on giving you up again // Taking back all the leaving that I ever did // Moving on ain’t’ as easy as it should have been // it never is // So let’s just call it what it is // This heartbreak habit’s hard to end so // I’m giving up on giving you up again // I’m giving in”

Both Schools and Bielski truly turn heads on this song. Make sure to listen to “Giving In” ASAP!

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Justin Schools and Averie Bielski join forces on new song “Giving In,” 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 Justin Schools releases.

To keep up with Justin Schools, follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

“Hurt Like That” 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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Dustin Lynch and MC4D Put Country-EDM Spin on “Home To You”

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Dustin Lynch and MC4D drop new song, “Home To You,” out now, September 26th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track here.

Platinum-selling country star, Dustin Lynch knows how to release a song that his fans love. In this era of his career, he has not shied away from collaborations, interesting melodies, and sonically different music. Today, in an unlikely, but incredible pairing, Lynch and twin-brother duo, MC4D. Together the EDM-genre blending duo and the country hitmaker created an absolute jam called “Home To You.”

Anchored in relatable and nostalgic country story-telling with themes of bonfires and late-nights weaved throughout, Lynch’s vocals push through with a gritty ear-worm quality. The production of course, something MC4D is prolific at, adds a whole other level to the already catchy and feel-good song. The unity between the country world and EDM world continues to work again and again, creating a truly anthemic song in “Home To You.”

“Home To You” is easily one of Lynch’s best song to date, marking his first ever official EDM release. For MC4D, the genre-blending is clearly working! The magic is there, and we are so excited for what’s to come next.

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Dustin Lynch and MC4D join forces on new song, “Home to You,” out now everywhere.

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

To keep up with MC4D, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.

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

“Home To You” 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 The New Country Songs You Need To Know This Week (9/19)

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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.

“Let The Lonely” – Kameron Marlowe

Kameron Marlowe continues to release his best music to date, adding, “Let The Lonely” to his growing catalog.

 

“Train” – Dasha

As fans await her next project, Dasha shares her nostalgic new song, “Train.”

 

“Too Good, Too Bad” – Jason Scott & The High Heat

Jason Scott & The High Heat show off their unique talent on new song, “Too Good, Too Bad.”

 

“Days Are Numbered” – Vincent Mason

In conjunction with the release date for his debut album, Vincent Mason is sharing his new song, “Days Are Numbered.”

 

“Born In A Burning House” – Chase McDaniel

In his stunning debut album Lost Ones, Chase McDaniel shares his life stories. “Born In A Burning House,” one of the songs off the record is one of our absolute favorites.

 

“Slippery Slope” – Lauren Watkins ft. John Morgan

In a stunning pairing, Lauren Watkins and John Morgan show off their talents on new song, “Slippery Slope.”

 

“The Bridge” – Payton Smith

In his new album, The Bridge, Payton Smith drops ten new songs, including the catchy title track.

 

“Happy Ever After” – Thelma & James

On their debut EP, Staring Over, the duo shows off their incredible talent and songwriting. “Happy Ever After” is the song that started it all.

 

“Head Spinning” – Coleman Jennings

Austin-based singer-songwriter Coleman Jennings will make his label debut with “Head Spinning.”

 

“Dog Years” – HARDY

In an incredible solo-write, HARDY proves why he’s one of the best modern songwriters in country music with his new song, “Dog Years.”

 

“20 Bucks” – Colin Stough

In his new song, “20 Bucks,” Colin Stough shows his grit and ability to create an absolute ear-worm of a song.

 

“Measure” – Corey Kent & Max McNown

“Measure” is a stunning story-telling song about the real riches in life. Both Corey Kent and Max McNown together made for an incredible song.

 

“Hardwood Floor (string session)” – Morgan Wade

Morgan Wade adds to her growing catalog of songs with, “Hardwood Floor (string session).”

 

“Broken Man” – Eddie And The Getaway

On his brand new EP, TUMBLEWEEDS & NICOTINE, Eddie And The Getaway show off their unique talent and musical arrangements. “Broken Man” is great example of that.

 

“Brake Lights” – Chris Young

Chris Young continues to embark on a new era of music, dropping his new song, “Brake Lights.”

 

“Later Tonight” – Joss Ross

Josh Ross’ debut album is officially here featuring new songs, like the title track.

 

“Everything I Wanted” – Evan Honer

Evan Honor’s third studio album Everything I Wanted is officially out now featuring a ton of new music including the title track.

 

“Little Birds” – Elizabeth Nichols

Making waves with her latest single, “Little Birds,” Elizabeth Nichols is showing no signs of slowing down.

 

“Tumbleweed” – Drake Milligan

Drake Milligan grows his catalog of songs with his new single, “Tumbleweed.”

 

“The One” – Georgia Webster

Independent artist, Georgia Webster shows off his singer-songwriting talent on new song, “The One.”

 

“Every Piece” – Hunter Hayes

Hunter Hayes continues to have a resurgence with his new song, “Every Piece.”

 

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

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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Josh Ross ‘Later Tonight’ – Debut Album Review

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Josh Ross’ debut album, Later Tonight is out now, September 19th on all streaming platforms. Take a listen and read our full review below.

With a rugged voice that pairs gritty emotion with radio-friendly country music, Josh Ross is carving out his place in the genre, blending raw honesty with arena-ready energy. On his debut album, Later Tonight, the Canada native truly positions himself as a future superstar.

With a voice that’s equal parts emotive and rugged, he delivers songs that feel both deeply personal and universally relatable. “The title of this record, and the title track, became the thread that tied this project together over the last couple of years,” Ross revealed in a statement. “Every single we put out, every show we’ve played has led to this. We dug deep writing for this album, leaning into getting caught in your feelings, breaking up, making up. No matter what, all roads led back to ‘Later Tonight.’”

Rather than writing every track himself, Ross enlisted a roster of Nashville’s best, including producer Matt Geroux along with the likes of Seth Ennis, Michael Tyler, Brad Rempel, Ryan Hurd, and more. Despite that, the 15-track collection still feels wholly authentic to his voice and perspective.

Heartbreak anchors much of the record, often colored by whiskey-soaked nights and on-again, off-again longing. From the opening notes of the album’s vibrant title track to the sparse and introspective closing track, “Scared of Getting Sober,” Ross is raw emotion and feeling.

Both “Break My Heart in Two” and “Songs You Gave Me” allow him to shine as an impassioned balladeer, each providing special moments on the LP. “Songs” finds him channeling his inner Kip Moore, an emotive rasp wrapping around each lyric of the heartbreak ballad. It’s sparse and introspective, a piano-driven ballad laced with longing as he sings about the muse behind the songs she inspired. 

“And now I’m standing here missing you // And all my dreams have been coming true // But I’m still breaking down right where you left me // Up here on stage, singing these songs you gave me”

The titular track is a vibrant pop-country anthem that’s followed immediately by the soaring and radio-ready “Hate How You Look.” “You wonder,” Ross says to Billboard of the song, “is it actually just going to be a mean song? Like, ‘I just hate how you look.’ And then you listen to it, you realize that it’s a guy that’s like, ‘Dang, she looks good,’ and you’re actually kind of complimenting her. I’m a fan of titles like that.”

Similar lyrical twists are commonplace on the album, crafty wordsmithing shining on songs like “Smith & Wesson,” “Whiskey You,” and the homage to on-again, off-again relationships, “Half Lit.”

“Leave Me Too” finds him grappling with a breakup, admitting “If I were you, I’d leave me too,” while “Mad at Me” finds him playfully musing, “Girl you’re only with him ‘cause you’re mad at me.” “My Side of Town” deals with breaking up in a small town. “‘My Side Of Town’ was pitched to me and immediately resonated,” Ross shares. “Small towns talk, and a lot of times, only one side of a two-sided story gets heard. This song is for anyone who’s lived that – myself included.”

“Drunk Right Now (Na Na Na)” is a dancefloor-ready anthem that mixes the best parts of country, pop, and dance. The tune is the most out of the box track on the album, aligning Ross with Akon in a way that is remnant of Maren Morris’ cross-genre collab with Zedd on “The Middle.”

“Akon’s music was always a huge part of my life growing up,” says Ross. “Having two older siblings, his songs were always playing—his sound, his hooks, everything about it just stuck with me before I even knew what the words meant. I’ve always been a fan. About a year ago, I was messing around in the studio and reimagined his song ‘Right Now,’ just for fun. We started playing it before our shows and the crowd went nuts—it turned into this wild country party anthem.”  

“I ended up sending it to him, not really expecting anything… and he actually loved it,” he continues. “He said he wanted to jump on it, and suddenly it turned into a real collab. It’s one of those full-circle moments I never saw coming and I’m truly grateful to have a summer party anthem.”

The album ends with the emotional one-two punch of  “Nobody from Nowhere” and “Scared of Getting Sober.” The former is a story song that has him dealing with a bit of imposter syndrome as he grapples with his own humility and others’ faith in him in light of his success, while the latter is a sparse and emotive heartbreak ballad.

With Later Tonight, Josh Ross proves he is not just a name to watch but an artist fully stepping into his moment. His debut blends clever lyricism, heartfelt ballads, and stadium-ready hooks, proving he’s ready to shine.

Later Tonight Track List:

  1. Later Tonight (Alexander Izquierdo, Ryan Vojtesak, John Byron, Ashley Gorley)
  2. Hate How You Look (Nicholas Sainato, Chris McKenna, Jessica Farren, Christian Yancey)
  3. My Side Of Town (Jimmy Robbins, Seth Ennis, Josh Miller, Abram Dean)
  4. Smith & Wesson (Ben Stennis and Michael Tyler)
  5. Leave Me Too (Ben Stennis, Michael Tyler, Laura Veltz, Allison Veltz-Cruz
  6. Half Lit (Michael Tyler, Josh Miller, Will Bundy, John Morgan)
  7. Mad At Me (Kyle Fishman, Travis Wood, Jimmy Robbins, Casey Brown)
  8. Whiskey You (Josh Ross, Matt Geroux, Mason Thornley, Jacob Hackworth, Heath Warren, Brad Rempel, Joe Fox, Seth Ennis)
  9. Break My Heart In Two (Josh Ross and Mason Thornley)
  10. Single Again (Josh Ross, Joe Fox, Brad Rempel)
  11. Songs You Gave Me (Josh Ross, Mason Thornley, Matt Geroux)
  12. Namin’ Names (Geoff Warburton, Michael Lotten, Ryan Hurd, Jesse Fink)
  13. Drunk Right Now (Na Na Na) with Akon (Edgar Robin Albers, Johannes Dieter Kranenburg, Michel Rozenbroek, Jorrit ter Braak, Maurice Huismans, Aliaune Thiam, Giorgio Tuinfort, Josh Ross, Brett Tyler, Grady Block)
  14. Nobody From Nowhere (Josh Ross, Matt Geroux, Brad Rempel, Jacob Hackworth, Heath Warren)
  15. Scared Of Getting Sober (Josh Ross, Joe Fox, Seth Ennis, Mason Thornley, Heath Warren)

Country Swag Picks:

  1. Later Tonight
  2. Break My Heart in Two
  3. Single Again
  4. Songs You Gave Me
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Josh Ross shares debut album, ‘Later Tonight,’ 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 Josh Ross releases.

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

Late Tonight 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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Dasha Grows Her Music Catalog with New Song “Train”

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Dasha shares new song “Train,” out now, September 19th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new track below.

As of late, Warner Records recording artist, Dasha is releasing her best music. Whether its a catchy song like “Like It Like That” or a more vulnerable song like “Anna,” the singer-songwriter continues to be unapologetically herself. Today, she adds to her growing catalog of music with another new song. “Train” is out now.

Dasha’s new song, “Train” is as nostalgic as songs come. Feeling like an honest depiction of Dasha’s experiences, possibly right out of her diary, the new song still feels relatable. While things change, Dasha reminds us that the things that make us and our memories, and of course, when we make new memories in our new town, it’ll be just as beautiful.

“The neighbors said it’s nothing but //  The trains leaving the junction just // You wait a couple months and it’ll fade away // Time changes everything // You hang some pictures up and make // A habit out of taking the same way to the grocery store // You learn the turns and time the lights, the town you didn’t recognize // Becomes a little more like home // you’ll know when you’re  // Used to the license plates // And you gotta a couple friends next door // Wake up and realize one day // That you don’t hear the train anymore”

Dasha continues to prove why she’s an artist to look out for. “Train” is another great addition to her growing music catalog.

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Dasha shares new song, “Train,” 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 Dasha releases.

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“Train” 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.

Here Is Chase McDaniel’s Debut Album ‘Lost Ones’

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Chase McDaniel shares his autobiographical debut album, Lost Ones, officially out now, September 19th on all streaming platforms. Learn more and listen to the new project below.

Big Machine Records singer-songwriter, Chase McDaniel is a unique type of artist. Since bursting on to the music scene, McDaniel’s has championed vulnerability, allowing fans into his story in hopes that others find themselves represented too. His autobiographical debut album, Lost Ones, out today is an album for anyone who needs it.

Filled with songs about struggle, mental health, and finding hope again, Lost Ones is an important project, an impressive feat for a debut album from any rising artist. With every track co-written by McDaniel, the 12-track LP is a soul-baring album. McDaniel’s shares everything on the record, indulging his personal struggle with depression and losing his father to addiction. We cannot commend him enough for being willing to go there.

“My music may be a little darker than what you’re used to hearing, but so is my story,” shares McDaniel in a recent press release about the record. “I hope Lost Ones finds who it’s meant to because it’s a lot of people’s story too. You are not alone.”

The record ultimately turns pain into to passion and purpose, and it reminds listeners that they are truly not alone. Lost Ones is one of the most prolific projects of 2025. Make sure you stream it and truly listen to every lyric.

Lost Ones Track List:

  1. Before I Let You Go (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes)
  2. Die Trying (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Seth Ennis, Lindsay Rimes)
  3. Burned Down Heaven (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes)
  4. Risk It All (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Zach Kale, Seth Mosley)
  5. Born In A Burning House (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Josh Osborne, Lindsay Rimes)
  6. Lost Ones (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Chris LaCorte, Josh Miller)
  7. My Side Of The Family (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Zach Kale, Seth Mosley)
  8. Meaning Of Mine (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes)
  9. Heart Still Works (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Osborne)
  10. What I Didn’t Have (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Jon Nite, Lindsay Rimes, Russell Sutton)
  11. Made It This Far (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Lindsay Rimes, Josh Osborne)
  12. Mind On Fire (Peyton Chase McDaniel, Lindsay Rimes, Brett Warren)
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Chase McDaniel shares debut album, ‘Lost Ones,’ 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 Chase McDaniel releases.

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

Lost Ones is 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 Thelma & James’ Debut EP ‘Starting Over’

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Thelma & James share their debut EP, Starting Over, officially out now, September 19th on all streaming platforms. Learn more and listen to the new project below.

Sometimes art is best created with the one you love the most. That notion is exactly what happened when married singer-songwriters, MacKenzie Porter and Jake Etheridge discovered when their first co-write in over a decade produced the viral track, “Happy Ever After You.” The song became the catalyst for creation of duo, Thelma & James. Since then, the duo has been earnestly working on their duo debut. Today, their debut EP, Starting Over is officially here!

“We are so excited to announce our very first EP together. These songs came together quickly and creating them felt so effortless,” shared Thelma & James in a recent press release. “When we sat down to write back in December, there was no plan beyond getting a few ideas off our chests. We never imagined it would turn into a band, a record deal and now an entire project – but looking back, it feels inevitable.” Porter adds,“Jake is my best collaborator in every part of life, so it only makes sense that it translates into music too. This is just the beginning; we have so many songs… they just won’t stop flooding our brains.”

Starting Over is a special project and Thelma & James is a special creative collaboration. Fans are in for a real treat with the record and all the music to come!

Starting Over EP Track List:

  1. Happy Ever After You (MacKenzie Porter, Jake Etheridge)
  2. Chainsmokin Memories (Jake Etheridge, Jordan Minton, MacKenzie Porter, Jordan Reynolds, Parker Welling)
  3. Loser (Jake Etheridge, Natalie Hemby, MacKenzie Porter)
  4. Parking Lot Prayers (Jake Etheridge, MacKenzie Porter, Jordan Reynolds, Emily Weisband)
  5. Canaries in a Coal Mine (Jake Etheridge, Josh Osborne, MacKenzie Porter, Scott Stepakoff)
  6. Nostalgic for Nothing (Jake Etheridge, MacKenzie Porter, Jordan Reynolds, Parker Welling)
  7. First Love (Jake Etheridge, Lauren Hungate, MacKenzie Porter)
  8. Starting Over (Jake Etheridge, Lori McKenna, MacKenzie Porter)
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Thelma & James share debut EP, ‘Starting Over,’ 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 Thelma & James releases.

To keep up with Thelma & James, follow them on Instagram  and TikTok.

Starting Over EP is 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.