Exclusive Video Premiere: Jennifer Smestad Debuts “Can’t Have Mine”

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Jennifer Smestad released her brand new song, “Can’t Have Mine” today, March 26th, and we’ve got the exclusive premiere of the lyric video. Check it out below.

Our latest Swag Spotlight artist, Jennifer Smestad, is a brand new talent that is one to look out for. The songstress is an incredible vocalist and even more impactful songwriter and storyteller. After her debut single “Half The Man” went viral, Smestad had big shoes to fill with a follow-up track. Rising to the occasion, today, the RECORDS Nashville artist and songwriter is debuting a powerful new single, “Can’t Have Mine”. Check out the exclusive premiere of the lyric visualizer in the video above.

“Can’t Have Mine” is a song that was intended to be about heartbreak, but what unveiled itself was an anthem for women everywhere. The lyrics convey the message that sometimes you have to walk away from a man who is not worth your time. If you’re ready for something serious and your partner’s desires are not lining up with yours, sometimes it is time to make a difficult decision.

“This is the third night in a row // I’ve stayed up way too late // Hoping this time it’s different // Some things just don’t change // What if I leave // What If I don’t // What if you see when I’m already gone // What if I’m all over your mind // and you let me walk away”

Dazzling in a white sweater and a coral skirt, Smestad meanders in a field as she sings this tune. The vibe of the video matched with the lyrics gives life to the already captivating song. Despite the melancholy nature of the track, the lyric, “You took your time // now you can’t have mine” showcases the hope and control women have over their lives. In this moment, Smestad took back her power, remembered who she was, and gave women everywhere the encouragement they need to live in their truth.

To learn more about Smestad’s story and her journey to country music, check out our interview here.

Jennifer Smestad's "Can't Have Mine" is available now, March 26th

Jennifer Smestad’s “Can’t Have Mine” is available now, March 26th

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

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“Can’t Have Mine” 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.

NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: The Latest in Country Music – 3/26/21

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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY – 3/26/21

  • LUKE COMBS – SURPRISE! Luke Combs just dropped a brand new unreleased track, “See Me Now”, ahead of Album #3! – Listen Here
  • TAYLOR SWIFT & MAREN MORRIS – Ahead of Taylor Swift’s new version of Fearless, due out April 9th, Swift is opening up the vault, sharing the previously unreleased track, “You All Over Me” featuring Maren Morris. – Listen Here
  • JENNIFER SMESTAD – Jennifer Smestad‘s “Can’t Have Mine” is a song that was intended to be about heartbreak, but what unveiled itself was an anthem for women everywhere. Check out the powerful new tune and the EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE of the lyric video here! – Listen + Watch
  • CARRIE UNDERWOOD – Bringing her powerful voice and delicate delivery to the 13-track project, Carrie Underwood’s gospel album, ‘My Savior’ is out now! – Listen Here
  • ANDREW JANNAKOS – Andrew Jannakos manages to feel current, laid-back, and enticing all in one three-minute tune. “Wine Country” is all about romance, and the track is the ultimate advocate for country love songs. – Listen Here
  • MIRANDA LAMBERT, JACK INGRAM, & JON RANDALL – Miranda Lambert along with Jack Ingram and Jon Randall just released a new song, “Am I Right or Amarillo”, as part of their forthcoming collaboration project, #TheMarfaTapes. – Listen Here
  • JACKSON MICHELSON – Jackson Michelson is revealing the perfect break-up strategy to moving on in brand new song, “Tip Jar”. – Listen Here
  • MADDIE & TAE – Maddie  & Tae share their flaws in such a way that feels both confident and self-assured in sassy new single, “Woman You Got”. – Listen Here
  • CB30 – CB30’s piano version of Olivia Rodrigo’s viral smash hit, “drivers license” is powerful, intimate, and mesmerizing. – Listen Here
  • JUSTIN MOORE – As Justin Moore’s “We Didn’t Have Much” climbs the charts, he continues to put fans first giving them brand new music & a forthcoming album project! – Listen Here
  • ERIC CHURCH – Continuing to push the envelope and break molds, Eric Church just released another brand new track “Break It Kind Of Guy” ahead of his forthcoming three-album project! – Listen Here
  • OCTOBER ROSE – Repping country music in the tri-state area, local artists, October Rose just released a brand new original track, “Moonshine”. – Listen Here

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.

Luke Combs Gives Fans a Taste of Album 3 with “See Me Now”

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As Luke Combs prepares for his highly anticipated third studio album, he’s giving fans a sneak peek with new, unreleased track “See Me Now.” Written by Combs along with Ray Fulcher, James McNair, and Kenton Bryant, take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Luke Combs continues to prove that we just don’t deserve him. He is a singer-songwriter truly here for the fans, first and foremost. After hinting that album 3 was going to be a good one, Combs surprised fans by sharing a new unreleased track titled “See Me Now” with fans via social media.

Written by Combs along with Ray Fulcher, James McNair, and Kenton Bryant, the heartbreakingly beautiful song is a venerable one for Combs. In the opening verse, the entertainer sings about similarities between himself and a loved one that has passed away. The song continues to unfold into a conversation he would have if he could still talk to that person.

Luke Combs gives fans a taste of album number 3 with new, unreleased track, "See Me Now"

Luke Combs gives fans a taste of album number 3 with new, unreleased track, “See Me Now”

Combs is one of the only artists who can effortlessly write and sing a touching and vulnerable song but can also write and sing a certified jam. “See Me Now” is the former, and honestly it might be one of his best yet.

“If you walked in, pulled up a chair in your kitchen // poured a little somethin’ and sippin’ and said tell me ’bout all the things that I’ve been missin’ // We’d be trashin’ the price of gas land politicians // Put a hurtin’ on that ole Gibson // and I could tell you ’bout all the life that I’ve been livin’ // I’d like to think you’d be the proudest guy in town // I’d like to think you’d be the proudest guy in town // If I could see you, see me now”

If “See Me Now” is any indication of what Combs’ third album will look like then fans are in certainly in for a real treat. We predict another platinum-selling album, and more #1 singles to add to the singer’s already impressive streak of hit songs. The singer seems to be a writing machine lately, and we are here for it! Combs is a bonafide country music superstar.

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

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

For the latest new country music tunes, follow our  ‘New Country Music’ playlist for your weekly new country music fix.

Maddie & Tae Return with Sassy New Single “Woman You Got”

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Maddie & Tae’s new song, “Woman You Got” is available now, March 26th, on all streaming platforms. Written by the duo along with Laura Veltz, Mark Holman, take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Just about a year ago, Maddie & Tae released their long-awaited sophomore record The Way It Feels. The record showcased the duo in the best light, proving that they are truly ready for greatness. Now, months later the singer-songwriters return with their first release of 2021, a brand new single titled “Woman You Got.”

Teasing the song on social media, the ladies dedicated “Woman You Got” to “all [the] self-aware queens out there.” Just that mere sentiment alone was enough to get us excited for its release. The new song is a sassy, mid-tempo jam all about owning who you are. Maddie and Tae share their flaws in such a way that feels both confident and self-assured. The song is an inspiring love song that feels deliciously Maddie & Tae.

“I talk smack // I make messes // I win bread // I’m kinda selfish // Don’t trust // Me in the kitchen // Don’t dare me // I ain’t chicken // You say you love me I know you love me // love that you love me baby // I know you know me but if I know me // I’m gonna drive you crazy”

Although the past year was not what the duo hoped it would be in regards to touring and celebrating new music, 2021 is looking promising for the singers. With a dedicated fanbase behind them, a firm foundation holding them up, and incredible talent, this is only just the (new) beginning for Maddie & Tae!

Maddie & Tae's "Woman You Got" is available now, March 26th

Maddie & Tae’s “Woman You Got” is available now, March 26th

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

To keep up with Maddie & Tae, follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

“Woman You Got” 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.

Jackson Michelson Reveals Break-Up Strategy in New Song, “Tip Jar”

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Jackson Michelson’s “Tip Jar” is out now, March 26th on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Jackson Michelson's "Tip Jar" is available now, March 26th

Jackson Michelson’s “Tip Jar” is available now, March 26th

Written by Michelson with Patrick Mencel and Justin Morgan, “Tip Jar” is a song about using a night out with some live music to get over a break-up. After his girlfriend ends it over a phone call, he tells her to keep his records, because he doesn’t want to listen to any music that’s going to remind him of her anyway. Instead, he heads to the bar and keeps throwing 20’s in the band’s tip jar so they’ll keep playing songs all night long and help him create new memories to in an effort to forget about her.

This song is all about losing yourself in a night out, having a good time singing and dancing to music, and worrying about everything else later on. In a recent press release, Michelson shares that “Tip Jar” is one of the most ‘me songs’ he has ever released. He adds that he feels we need fun new music now more than ever this year, and that’s exactly what “Tip Jar” is. 

“I’ll toss a 20 in the tip jar // I gotta keep ‘em playing all night long // Tell all my buddies I won’t miss her // If I just keep ‘em playing all our songs // Ain’t reckless behavior, I gotta replace the // Memories we made here in this bar // And if the band can fix my broken heart // I’ll toss a 20 in the tip jar”

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

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

“Tip Jar” 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.

Carrie Underwood’s Gospel Album ‘My Savior’ is Here

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Carrie Underwood has released her very first gospel album titled My Savior today, March 26th. Co-produced by herself and longtime collaborator, David Garcia, Underwood brings her powerful voice and delicate delivery to the record which features 13 Christian music covers. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the project.

Carrie Underwood's gospel album, 'My Savior' is available now, March 26th

Carrie Underwood’s gospel album, ‘My Savior’ is available now, March 26th

Underwood is undeniably the reigning “queen of country music”, a title well-earned after having tremendous success in the industry. Her achievements include 27 number-one hits, seven platinum/multi-platinum records, and over 100 major awards (seven of which are GRAMMYs). Raised Catholic in the small town of Checotah, Oklahoma, her faith has always been a huge part of her life and career.

Underwood’s musical catalog contains crossover hits such as “Jesus Take the Wheel,” “Something in the Water,” and many others, along with her latest Christmas album, My Gift, which was more faith than commercial-based. With My Savior, the songstress continues to show her flexibility in music.

“Hymns and gospel music shaped me as an artist,” she explained in a recent press release. “They are the foundation of my career. This music isn’t about being on stage in front of a crowd; it’s about singing for the love of God.”

Underwood selected songs that she grew up listening to in church and at home, such as Fanny Crosby’s “Blessed Assurance” and Will Thompson’s “Softly and Tenderly.” NEEDTOBREATHE’s Bear Rinehart provides backing vocals in her cover of Robert Lowry’s “Nothing but the Blood of Jesus,” and 12-time GRAMMY award-winning gospel artist, CeCe Winans is featured on “Great is Thy Faithfulness.”

“CeCe is legendary, and I’ve always admired her,” she admits. “It’s similar to the way I feel about Dolly Parton. I don’t remember the first time I heard her; I just feel like I’ve always known her.”

Although she decided to go in a different direction with the genre of this album, she didn’t forget to incorporate her Nashville roots. Several of the songs, especially “Victory in Jesus” and “Old Rugged Cross,” contain a heavy amount of banjo and steel guitar, giving it a traditional sound that is not prevalent in modern country.

Underwood’s powerhouse vocals are displayed in tracks such as “Because He Lives” and “How Great Art Thou.” The album closes with the widely covered anthem, “Amazing Grace,” first written by John Newton.

Underwood’s talent, versatility, and immense stardom has led to her charting on country, pop, holiday, and Christian radio. In what was a difficult 12 months for most, her goal was to spread some positivity in time for Easter through the grace of God.

“It just feels so good to get to sing these songs, and I feel so fortunate to have spent the past year with these beautiful, inspirational messages,” she said. “I hope people will hear the heart that’s in this album.”

Carrie Underwood’s ‘My Savior: Live From The Ryman’ is set for Easter Sunday, April 4th

Carrie Underwood’s ‘My Savior: Live From The Ryman’ is set for Easter Sunday, April 4th

Underwood will perform a special virtual concert featuring these songs, live from The Ryman on Easter Sunday, April 4th. The event is free to stream, but donations collected during the viewing will go to Save the Children, a leading global humanitarian organization working to improve education, economic, and healthcare opportunities for children around the world.

My Savior Tracklist:

  1. Jesus Loves Me
  2. Nothing But The Blood Of Jesus
  3. Blessed Assurance
  4. Just As I Am
  5. Victory in Jesus
  6. Great Is Thy Faithfulness
  7. Oh How I Love Jesus
  8. How Great Thou Art
  9. Because He Lives
  10. The Old Rugged Cross
  11. I Surrender All
  12. Softly and Tenderly
  13. Amazing Grace

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

To keep up with Carrie Underwood, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

My Savior 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.

Miranda Lambert, Jack Ingram & Jon Randall Drop “Am I Right or Amarillo”

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Miranda Lambert along with Jack Ingram and Jon Randall just released a new song as part of their forthcoming collaboration project, ‘The Marfa Tapes’. “Am I Right or Amarillo” is available now, March 26th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

County music superstar Miranda Lambert recently revealed that she has joined forces with fellow musicians, Jack Ingram and Jon Randall on a brand new record entitled THE MARFA TAPES, slated to come out on May 7th. The trio already released two songs off the intimate record including “In His Arms” and a new, raw version of Lambert’s award-winning track “Tin Man.” The third release, out today, is titled “Am I Right or Amarillo.”

Unlike the previous releases, “Am I Right or Amarillo” is a true back and forth between Lambert and Ingram. The record begins with insane harmonies between the two, showcasing their undeniable talent and connection to each other. From there on, Randall sings the verses showcasing his individual talent, but the track soars with the harmonies. The song is heartbreakingly beautiful, and it’s clear that love is at the forefront of this upcoming project.

With each new release, THE MARFA TAPES is proving to be a project for the ages! The purity, intimacy, talent, and overall creativity that went into this project is evident with every note strummed, lyric crafted, and vocal sang. “Am I Right or Amarillo” is another work of art in what is sure to be a masterpiece record in its totality.

Miranda Lambert, Jack Ingram, Jon Randall's "Am I Right or Amarillo" off 'The Marfa Tapes' is available now, March 26th.

Miranda Lambert, Jack Ingram, Jon Randall’s “Am I Right or Amarillo” off ‘The Marfa Tapes’ is available now, March 26th.

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

To keep up with Miranda Lambert, follow her on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

“Am I Right or Amarillo” 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.

Andrew Jannakos Drops Sexy New Song, “Wine Country”

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Andrew Jannakos’ steamy new song, “Wine Country” is available now, March 26th on all streaming platforms. Written by Jannakos with Jason Afable, Eric Mallon, and Alex Pennington Smith, take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

We love a new artist that is just as talented as they are humble. Singer-songwriter, Andrew Jannakos fits the bill! After a stint on NBC’s The Voice, it was a viral TikTok that his wife posted that changed his life forever. Learn more about the singer’s journey here on our artist spotlight interview. Following up his smash “Gone Too Soon,” Jannakos just released “Wine Country.”

The new song shows off the singer’s vulnerable and sensual side. It is hard not to imagine yourself in the song, as you listen to the mesmerizing lyrics. Jannakos’ vocals are even more impressive. He manages to feel current, laid-back, and enticing all in one three-minute tune. “Wine Country” is all about romance, and the track is the ultimate advocate for country love songs.

“I could be your George Jones // Little six-string picking gonna hold on // Til the crickets stop singing pedal steel moan // You and I just swaying in the moonlight // Wanna lay you on down to some wine country // Wanna lay you on down to some wine country”

Teasing the track first on TikTok, the steamy chorus caught the attention of fans everywhere, blowing up on Jannakos’ social media channel. It is clear that the singer has an impressive fanbase to support each and every new release. We are so curious as to what a full-length project will look like from the newcomer. Until then, we know new music will be headed down the pipeline later in the year.

Andrew Jannakos' "Wine Country" is available now, March 26th

Andrew Jannakos’ “Wine Country” is available now, March 26th

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

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

“Wine Country” 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.

Dustin Lynch Taps MacKenzie Porter for “Thinking ‘Bout You” Collab

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Dustin Lynch’s “Thinking ‘Bout You” with MacKenzie Porter is available now, March 19th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Last year, Dustin Lynch released his Tullahoma album which included a smashing duet with Lauren Alaina. Now, he re-released “Thinking ‘Bout You” as a single, featuring rising pop-country artist MacKenzie Porter.

The lyrics set the scene of a phone call between two exes reminiscing on their past. Lynch opens the verse and is pleasantly surprised by the call, citing it as “the last call I thought I’d get”. He goes on to ask different questions, such as how she is and how her mother is. In general, the story has vivid imagery, and it continues to build to a booming chorus.

“I was just thinking ’bout that weekend out on Cumberland Lake // And that one time in Baton Rouge when we made out in the rain // Where we went chasing falling stars // On a hill at your daddy’s farm // Don’t be sorry for callin’ me up right out of the blue // I was just thinking ’bout you”

When Porter comes in during the second verse, the song immediately has a different vibe. Lauren Alaina, who previously sang this verse, sounded more nostalgic, while Porter sounds more direct and more almost daring towards Lynch. It gives the song a whole new life. The two of them on the chorus sound really great together, and by the time they reach the last chorus, their voices truly soar.

“Thinking ‘Bout You” has an almost addictive groove to it. The second you hear it, you want to hear it again and again. It’s a perfect song to soundtrack your spring and summer – and hopefully soon, it’ll be amazing at a live show. For now, it’s the perfect piece of candy we need to get through the last few cold weeks of the season.

Dustin Lynch's new song, "Thinking 'Bout You" with MacKenzie Porter is available now, March 19th

Dustin Lynch’s new song, “Thinking ‘Bout You” with MacKenzie Porter is available now, March 19th

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

To keep up with Dustin Lynch, follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
To keep up with MacKenzie Porter, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Thinking ‘Bout 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.

Brett Sheroky Releases Captivating New Song “4 Goodyears”

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Brett Sheroky’s new song, “4 Goodyears” is available now, March 19th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Songwriter turned artist, Brett Sheroky is one of the most impressive vocalists and lyricists in the country music genre today. His previous songs “Better On Paper” and “Ain’t My Place” are emotive, captivating, and story-telling at it’s finest. His latest song, out today, “4 Goodyears” is another song that you cannot help but simply appreciate.

“4 Goodyears” is another example of why Sheroky is an exemplary songwriter and talent. His knack for telling the truth and sharing stories in songs reminds us exactly why we love this genre. The song takes us through the journey of a whirlwind love story, “going wherever the wind blows.”

Sheroky uses clever wordplay as he reminisces about a summer fling and the truck that sat on four goodyear tires that played a major role in those 3 memorable months together.

“Headlights off in an empty field // July moon in the windshield // Handprints and fogged up glass // God, I wish I could just reach back // to that rearview mirror // to those 3 good months // on those 4 goodyears”

Lyrically, the song is a masterpiece, and the nostalgia that the tune embodies is almost palpable. The love the song portrays feels hopeful, young, and innocent, even though the couple did not prevail in the end. These feelings are hard to articulate when the end isn’t what you hope for, but the singer does it effortlessly.

Overall, Sheroky is one of those singer-songwriters that truly is an artist at his core. There is no one like him in the genre, and we applaud his continuous individualism and overall impressive talent.

To read more about Brett Sheroky, his triumphant battle with cancer, and his incredible songwriting skills, check out our Swag Spotlight interview.

Brett Sheroky's new song, "4 Goodyears" is available now, March 19th

Brett Sheroky’s new song, “4 Goodyears” is available now, March 19th

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

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

“4 Goodyears” 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.