Thomas Rhett Teams Up with His Dad, Rhett Akins, on “Things Dads Do”

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Thomas Rhett and his Dad, Rhett Akins teamed up on a brand new song just in time for Father’s Day.  “Things Dads Do” is available now, June 16th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the new song.

When Thomas Rhett played at the Grand Ole Opry earlier this week, he was able to not only share the stage with his Dad, Rhett Akins, but he was also able to make a special announcement, with his dad by his side. Rhett announced he’d be releasing a new song (available now) called “Things Dads Do”, a song the father and son co-wrote together. He then played an acoustic version of the song, which you can watch here.  

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Thomas Rhett and Rhett Akins performing “Things Dads Do” live from The Grand Ole Opry // Photo Credit: Chris Hollo

“Things Dads Do” comes just in time for Father’s Day. As one of our favorite country music Dads, we love how real and personal Rhett has been with writing about his family over the last few years, and this is just another example, with a special ode to his own dad.

“Things Dads Do” looks back on all the things that your dad used to do when you were a kid and covers everything he’s done for you over the years as you grew up, right up to the moment when you become a parent yourself and finally understand why they did everything they did.  Rhett is already a dad of three girls, with one more on the way. Reflecting on his own life and parenthood in the song, which includes looking back on his own childhood and what his parents did for him, comes naturally in his songwriting.  

“The next thing you know one’s five and one’s three // and one’s almost one and she’s cutting her teeth // and you’re in his shoes // and you’re starting to // do more than a few things dads do”

Thomas Rhett and Rhett Akins' new song, "Things Dads Do" is available now, June 16th, on all streaming platforms

Thomas Rhett and Rhett Akins’ new song, “Things Dads Do” is available now, June 16th, on all streaming platforms

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

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“Things Dads Do” 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.

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: The Latest in Country Music – 6/11/21

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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY – 6/11/21

  • KELSEA BALLERINI + LANY – After wowing fans with an incredible performance at the CMT Awards, Kelsea Ballerini and LANY released their wistful new single, “I Quit Drinking”. – More >>
  • KAMERON MARLOWE – If you listen to anything today, listen to Kameron Marlowe’s brand new Spotify singles. Marlowe gives us a new version of his song “Giving You Up” along with a flawless cover of Johnny Cash’s classic hit, “Folsom Prison Blues”. – More >>
  • CHRIS YOUNG – Chris Young’s new song “Rescue Me” is here and shares the message that falling in love is a two-way street and everyone deserves to be rescued. – More >>
  • RESTLESS ROAD – The brand new trio, Restless Road, are quickly making a name for themselves in country music and their new song “Bar Friends” is just another example of their incredible talent. – More >>
  • BRAD PAISLEY – A fun, upbeat, love song to Nashville is just what we need after a daunting year for all and Brad Paisley gives us just that with “City of Music”. – More >>
  • ZAC BROWN BAND – In a time where life can feel chaotic and people can feel at odds, Zac Brown Band reminds us that we are all merely humans trying to make sense of life in brand new song, “Same Boat”. – More >>
  • JORDAN ROWE – “I Didn’t Sleep Last Night” showcases country newcomer Jordan Rowe’s 90s influences and killer vocals. Listen to the new music here and be on the lookout for his debut album due out August 6th. –  More >>
  • FILMORE – Filmore just dropped the romantic love song that he wrote for his proposal to his now-wife, Paige. Penned with Mitchell Tenpenny and Michael Whitworth, check out “We’ll Be”. –  More >>
  • KYLIE MORGAN – Kylie Morgan introduces herself with her debut project, ‘Love, Kylie’. Proving her staying power in the genre, the collection of music is one you will want to have on repeat all summer long. – More >>
  • ADAM DOLEAC – In anticipation of its release, Adam Doleac claimed that “Key to the City” was the ‘hype song of the summer’ and that just about sums it up perfectly. Listen to the energetic jam here. – More >>

Take a listen to all of these tracks and more here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

Filmore Releases Brand New Heartwarming Track “We’ll Be”

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Filmore released a brand new track, “We’ll Be” available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the new music.

Singer-songwriter Filmore continues to release music that we just cannot get enough of. The steady stream of releases that the singer drops continues to excite music fans everywhere.  Most recently the singer dropped an instant bop, “Who Cares.” Today, he released a heartwarming track called “We’ll Be.”

Co-written by Filmore with fellow artist Mitchell Tenpenny and songwriter Michael Whitworth, the new song is a beautiful love song. Filmore showcases his more vulnerable side on this track. “We’ll Be” is actually the song that the singer asked his now-wife to marry him with last year. How romantic is that?!

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Filmore’s new song, “We’ll Be” is available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms

“Well be sitting on our porch swing // Thinking ‘bout nothing, but pouring another sweet tea // We’ll be laying on our king size // Watching that sunrise sneak in, like it’s got a spare key // Bare feet backyard running // Grow old, but stay young loving // If we’re this good right now, can’t wait to see // What we’ll be”

It is just the beginning for Filmore and his blossoming career. With each and every song released, he continues to grow his fanbase exponentially. His signature pop-country sound is innovative, and we cannot wait to see his star continue to rise.

To get more of your Filmore fix, check out our Swag Session below where he joined us back in January 2020 to chat and play a few songs.

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

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

“We’ll Be” 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.

Kylie Morgan: Love, Kylie – EP Review

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Kylie Morgan’s debut EP, ‘Love, Kylie’, is available on all streaming platforms now, June 11th. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the new music.

Country newcomer, Kylie Morgan released her debut Extended Play (EP) titled Love, Kylie today, June 11th at midnight. The six-track project contains three brand new songs and three previously released songs, “Shoulda,” “I Only Date Cowboys,” and the lead single “Break Things.”

A career in music is what Morgan dreamed of since she was three years old. Now twenty-five, she has landed a record deal and released her first EP appropriately titled Love, Kylie. Listeners who are unfamiliar with her just yet can learn more about her and her bubbly personality in these six fun, yet personal songs.

“You know how every little girl dreams and plans their wedding all their life? Well, this is what I was planning: my debut body of work,” Morgan told listeners in her teaser video. “Every song and every line is a chapter in my story and of my life and my prayer is that it relates to yours.”

Starting off the project with a previously released track, “Shoulda” is an edgy, up-tempo song about her poor decisions. After a messy breakup, she regretfully answers a phone call from her ex, which ends up with her waking up in his bed. Although the alcohol supported the choice, she knows she just should have stayed home. The clever songwriting and rock-inspired instrumentals make this an anthem for all people who struggle cutting ties with their former love interests.

Morgan lets her Oklahoma twang loose in the second song, “I Only Date Cowboys.” She admits she has dated every type of man, from bad-boys, city-boys, and the football stars, but no one gets her like a cowboy. Morgan shows her true country roots in this upbeat track, and even name drops several prominent cowboys such as Jesse James, John Wayne, and Billy Ray Cyrus in “Old Town Road.”

“Break Things” was released in March of 2020 and has been her most popular song across all streaming platforms to date. In this energetic, yet vulnerable tune, Morgan confesses that she may be the reason her relationships don’t work out. She warns listeners and potential lovers to keep their feelings in check because she “breaks things,” including hearts.

So don’t stand too close // oh no don’t fall too hard // I ain’t a promise in the dark // ‘cause I break things // You think you do but you don’t // I tend to take it too far // So don’t hand me your heart // ‘cause I break things

Morgan made fans wait for the slower, more mild-tempo tracks on this project. In the acoustic-driven “Outdoor Voices,” she tells all dreamers that in order to achieve their goals, they need to use their outdoor voices, a knock to the classic parenting phrase “use your inside voices.” She puts her powerful vocals on display in this empowering message.

Out here no one can tell us we can’t use your outdoor voices // Don’t be afraid to live loud // I know that all voices tell you to keep it down, keep it down, keep it down // but I can hear you know, hear you now

In “Cheating on You,” the singer feels her and her lover are growing distant because things feel different when they talk, kiss, and lay in bed together. She expresses her concern over a snap-track beat, comparing this feeling to one of being with a complete stranger. Even though they are in the same room, their hearts are already out the door.

In the final track, “Mad I Need You,” Morgan explains the difference between physically and emotionally needing someone. In the first verse, she gives examples of how independent she is when it comes to changing a tire, or finding a way home from the bar, but when she is alone her body aches for this person. It frustrates her how badly she emotionally needs him.

Love, Kylie Track Listing
1. Shoulda (Kylie Morgan, Shane McAnally, Ben Johnson)
2. I Only Date Cowboys (Kylie Morgan, Nate Kenyon, Jay Allen)
3. Outdoor Voices (Kylie Morgan, Emily Falvey, Benjamin Joel Johnson)
4. Break Things (Kylie Morgan, Aaron Eshuis, James McNair, Nicolette Hayford)
5. Cheating On You (Kylie Morgan, Benjamin Joel Johnson, Geoffrey Warburton, Jeffrey Garrison)
6. Mad I Need You (Kylie Morgan, Nicholas Oliver Ruth, Emily Weisband) 

It has been quite the month for Morgan, who not only released her debut EP but also got engaged to her longtime boyfriend and fellow country artist, Jay Allen. With this collection of music, Morgan proves her staying power in the genre and we believe Kylie Morgan is on the road to becoming a household name. To learn more about Kylie Morgan, check out our interview with the artist here.

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Kylie Morgan’s debut EP ‘Love, Kylie’ is out today, June 11th on all streaming platforms

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

To keep up with Kylie Morgan, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Love, Kylie 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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Jordan Rowe Drops New Song + Announces New Album

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Jordan Rowe’s new song, “I Didn’t Sleep Last Night” is out now, Junne 11th on all streaming platforms and his brand new album, Bad Case of The Good Ole Boy is due out on August 6th. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the new music.

Last October, we interviewed country newcomer, Jordan Rowe for our Swag Spotlight feature. We knew instantly that his music would appeal to country music fans across the genre. Today the singer-songwriter released another new song “I Didn’t Sleep Last Night” to entertain fans. He also announced his brand new debut album. Bad Case of the Good Ole Boy is slated to be released August 6th.

The new song is fans’ first taste at the upcoming record. “I Didn’t Sleep Last Night” showcases Rowe’s 90s influences and killer vocals. A heartbreak song, the track encourages the listener to explore the depths of love and love loss. Although melancholy, the song takes a turn, as the protagonist finally meets someone new, one step closer to healing.

“I told myself I was just gonna stay home // Think about you from the couch with the game on // Go to bed early, lay there wide awake // Till my buddies called and said come on // just have one and call it a day // then I realized that I was gonna be up either way”

Fans can anticipate even more releases from the rising star over the next couple of months. The eight-song project will feature modern and traditional sounds, showcasing Rowe’s fresh taste on country music.

“I’m so excited to finally be putting out a full independent project. I’ve been working on some of these songs since 2019 and there was a lot of work that went into finding a unique sound,” shared the singer in a recent press release. “I  wanted to keep it young and competitive, but also make good country music like you and I grew up on.

If “I Didn’t Sleep Last Night” is representative of the album, we are all in for a real treat come August!

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Jordan Rowe’s new album ‘Bad Case Of The Good Ole Boy’ is due out August 6th

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

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

“I Didn’t Sleep Last Night” 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.

Zac Brown Band Releases New Song “Same Boat”

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Zac Brown Band’s new song “Same Boat” is available now, June 11th on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Multi-platinum selling country group, Zac Brown Band officially have a new song out! “Same Boat” marks the band’s first release since their return to Warner Music Nashville. Fans have anticipated a new release by the group for a while now and the time is finally here!

Penned by Zac Brown with Ben Simonetta and Jonathan Singleton, “Same Boat” is undeniably an instant jam. It feels reminiscent of the group’s older hits like “Chicken Fried.” The song is primed for the live show, perfect for a sing-along moment at a concert. Upbeat and fun, “Same Boat” is simply about the human experience. We all have unique moments in our lives, but life, in general, is something we all go through.

“We’re all in the same boat // Fishing in the same hole // Wonder where the same time goes // We’re all in the same boat // We can all believe // What we believe // Peacefully agree to disagree // But you can’t judge a man until you walk a country mile in his shoes”

In a time where life can feel chaotic and people can feel at odds, ZBB reminds us all that we are all merely humans trying to make sense of life. If Zac Brown Band continues to release more new music like “Same Boat,” then fans will be in for a real treat!

Zac Brown Band's new song, "Same Boat" is out now, June 11th

Zac Brown Band’s new song, “Same Boat” is out now, June 11th

Get your tickets to Zac Brown Band’s upcoming tour here.

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about upcoming Zac Brown Band announcements and releases.

To keep up with Zac Brown Band, follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

“Same Boat” 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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Brad Paisley Releases Anthemic New Song “City of Music”

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Brad Paisley’s new song, “City of Music” is available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Fresh off the announcement of his summer tour, Brad Paisley has more new music for fans. Back in February, the singer released “Off Road.” Today, the entertainer is giving country music lovers another track to sing along to with his brand new song “City of Music,” officially out today.

“City of Music” is one of those songs that will keep a smile on your face. The song feels like the perfect mix of traditional and modern country sounds. A story-telling song that is ultimately a love song to Nashville is just what we need heading into summer. Paisley teased the song on his social media and fans already seem to love it.

“You can make a million dollars // Just by singing the blues // In the city of music // Tell the truth // Play some chords // Pay your dues and praise the Lord // Cadillacs, 4 by 4’s // it’s the city of music”

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Brad Paisley’s new song “City of Music” is out now, June 11th

“City of Music” is a feel-good, anthemic track. It is looking like 2021 is going to be a good year of music from Mr. Brad Paisley! 

Head to the link here to check out to see if the singer is playing a live show in a town near you!

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

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

“City of 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.

Restless Road Releases Brand New Song “Bar Friends”

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Restless Road’s new song, “Bar Friends” is available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the new track.

Just a few months into their official record deal, Restless Road has garnered quite the fanbase on social media. The rising trio became the flagship artist for 1021 Entertainment, a joint venture between Kane Brown and Sony Music Nashville back in February. Today the three vocalists released their next single “Bar Friends.”

The song was an instant hit with fans on TikTok, showcasing exactly why the trio have over fifteen million likes on the app in total. “Bar Friends” is a catchy tune that we can all relate to. The singers talk about all the types of friends we hold on to and encounter in our lives. The boys crush their harmonies on the song, but it’s the chorus that brings it all home.

“I got work friends // I got church friends // I got hometown grew up on the same red dirt friends // I got great friends / I got fake friends // I got girls that wanna try but we can’t stay friend // all in all I’d say that life’s been good to me so far // but you know where I go when it gets hard // out with my bar friends”

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Restless Road’s new song “Bar Friends” is out now, June 11th

The trio are an act to look out for. They are growing a loyal following by the minute and are truly talented in their own right. With just a few original songs under their belt, they already are making a name for themselves in country music. The new song “Bar Friends” is just another example of their incredible talent. 

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

To keep up with Restless Road follow them on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Bar Friends” 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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Chris Young Drops New Song “Rescue Me” Ahead of Forthcoming Album

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Chris Young’s new song, “Rescue Me” is available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms. The song marks the first peek at his forthcoming 8th studio album due out this August. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the new music.

Written by Chris Young with Christian Stalnecker, Josh Hoge, Mark Holman, and Matt McGinn, “Rescue Me” is a mid-tempo ballad about finding that special person who becomes the one you put before yourself, the person you’d do anything for, and the person you want to spend the rest of your life with. However, before making that commitment you want to make sure that person is ready to reciprocate those feelings and is ready to rescue you. It’s a beautiful track that teaches an important lesson that relationships should be an equal partnership and that everyone deserves to find their hero.

“But tell me, who is gonna rescue me? // ‘Cause it sure feels like I’m kryptonite // How you got me on one knee, with my hand out beggin’ for mercy. // Yeah, what’s a happy ending if I can’t get the girl? // What’s it matter if I save the world if you don’t promise me before you take this ring // And rescue me …”

Young first teased the song back in February, asking fans for feedback and if it should be included on his next album. This isn’t the first time the singer-songwriter has teased new music on social media. He previously shared “If That Ain’t God” and “In It”.

Luckily, we won’t have to wait long to hear the rest of the album. Young announced that his eighth studio album, Famous Friends, will be released on August 6thth. It’s been four years since the Tennessee Native released a full album and we can’t wait to listen!

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Chris Young’s new song, “Rescue Me” is available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms

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

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

“Rescue Me” 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.

Adam Doleac Drops New Fun-Loving Song “Key to the City”

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Adam Doleac’s new song, “Key to the City” is available now, June 11th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

We have been big fans of Adam Doleac, since the very beginning when the singer-songwriter joined us for a live session back in 2017. He continues to get better and better with each new release. The hitmaker released “Coulda Loved You Longer” earlier this year, and is continuing to release more new music. Today, the singer dropped his latest jam, “Key to the City.”

Doleac is an artist that has a sound and a vibe that is all his own. “Key to the City” begins with what feels like a full band production. It is enticing from the get-go. The brand new song is fun-loving, smooth, and super modern. Doleac croons about living it up with his person in a city that is all theirs.

“They’ll talk about us for years // We’ll change the whole atmosphere // Ain’t no stopping us now // Ain’t no slowing us down // This is our town / Our time, light it up // and watch it burn // We got the key to the city // We got the world in the palm of our hands // This is our moment // This is our time // This is our chance”

Like his other songs, “Key to the City” feels like a movie. You can instantly picture what it would look like to run around a new place with someone you love. It feels freeing, alluring, and special all wrapped up together. Doleac captioned his social media post about the song with “hype song of the summer,” and that about sums it up!

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Adam Doleac’s new song, “Key To the City”, is available now, June 11th

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

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

“Key to the City” 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.