Colbie Caillat shares new song “Pretend,” out now, June 9th, on all streaming platforms, ahead of new album, Along The Way. Listen to the brand new track and get all the details here.
In the new era of her career, Colbie Caillat is moving full steam ahead! Just a couple of months ago, the pop-country star released her new song, “Worth It.” Today, she is adding to her catalog of music with another new track called, “Pretend,” while simultaneously announcing that her next studio album, Along The Way is slated for release September 22nd.
Written by Caillat alongside prolific songwriters, Liz Rose and AJ Pruis, “Pretend’ truly speaks to Caillat’s one-of-a-kind artistry. A true storyteller at heart, the song is nostalgic by nature. The songstress reminisces what its as like to fall in love, even though it did not end the way she hoped. While the song might bring up melancholy feelings for some, Caillat frames the angst and heartbreak from a break-up with a fun-loving instrumental and truth-telling lyrics.
“Of that first summer night in the back of your truck // Kissing in the moonlight, stars above // Dancing in a field with the radio on // The moment we found our favorite song // Burning like a fire that would never go out // Heartache wasn’t something we were thinking about // That forever kinda feeling, then we found out // That this love, it wasn’t pretend”
In her fifteen plus year career, Caillat has garnered a loyal fanbase like no other. With the news of her new record coming in September, it is safe to say that the songstress’ staying power is as strong as ever!
Colbie Caillat shares new song, “Pretend,” ahead of next studio album.
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“Pretend” 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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Noah Thompson releases new debut EP, Middle Of God Knows Where out now, June 9th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new EP below.
American Idol Season 20 winner Noah Thompson truly won the hearts of everyone during his season. Since making his debut as a country artist, Thompson has garnered a fanbase of loyal fans that continue to support him with each and every release. Today, fans are being rewarded with the singer-songwriter’s debut EP, Middle of God Knows Where, out now.
“I’m so excited to have this project out, and I am so proud that I’m finally releasing two songs that I co-wrote,” shared Thompson in a recent press release. “I named the EP, Middle of God Knows Where because I felt the title track is the heart of this project and one of the first I ever co-wrote that I felt was me. I’m so excited for the fans to hear it.”
The new project features six new songs, including fan-favorite, previously released tracks, “One Day Tonight” and “Make You Rich.” Both of those songs really set the foundation for what fans could expect from this debut. Additionally, Thompson made sure to add his cover of Rihanna’s song, “Stay.” The song was a special moment on the entertainer’s American Idol journey, so it feels like a perfect addition.
The record also features two songs that Thompson co-wrote, including the title track. On the title track, the singer expresses what it is like to go through heartbreak. Thompson also co-penned “Us No More.” The song clues the listener into what it is like to go through a public break-up. While also a break-up jam, “Us No More” is more anthemic, while “Middle of God Knows Where” feels more pensive. However, both songs beautifully showcase Thompson’s songwriting prowess, honesty, and authenticity.
Of course, the record would not have been complete without a romantic song called “She Gets It From Me.” Written by Michael Tyler, Chris LaCorte, and Ross Ellis, the track speaks to Thompson’s romantic and flirty side. The track adds another layer to the singer’s artistry, keeping fans excited for what’s to come.
Middle of God Knows Where is the perfect debut project for Thompson. Each of the six songs feel perfectly slated for the record. This marks just the beginning for the rising star.
Noah Thompson releases debut EP, “Middle Of God Knows Where,” out now on all streaming platforms.
Middle of God Knows Where Track List:
One Day Tonight (Jared Griffin, Trannie Anderson, Brett Sheroky)
She Gets It From Me (Michael Tyler, Chris LaCorte, Ross Ellis)
Us No More (Noah Thompson, Jared Griffin, Levon Gray)
Middle of God Knows Where (Noah Thompson, Allison Veltz, Eric Arjes)
Make You Rich (Jason Nix, Craig Wiseman, Driver Williams)
Stay (Mikky Ekko, Justin Parker)
Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future Noah Thompson releases.
Middle Of God Knows Where 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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Hannah Ellis releases new song “Wine Country,” out now, June 9th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.
After releasing a touching ballad called, “Someone Else’s Heartbreak,” back in February, Hannah Ellis is sharing more new music with fans. The incredible singer-songwriter has a knack for cultivating relatable lyrics and bringing her own flair to each and every song. Today, the Curb Records recording artist released her brand new song, “Wine Country.”
Written by Ellis with Clint Lagerberg and Nick Wayne, the single boasts the notion that you can take a country-girl out of the country, but you cannot take the country out of the girl. Fans of Ellis know that she loves wine; however, she is a Kentucky girl at heart, so “Wine Country” is the perfect blend of both worlds. Ellis perfectly executes this song, adding personal details throughout.
“I like my wine country boots muddy // A little California in Kentucky // Black Lucchese’s dukes like daisy // City sipping on a tailgate // Cabernet in a solo cup // I’m throwing down with my pinky up // Go on if you wanna judge me // But I like my wine country”
Ellis is one of our favorite artists right now. With each and every release, the songstress brings more and more of herself to her music. “Wine Country” is a song we can all jam to all summer long.
Hannah Ellis shares new song, “Wine Country,” out now on all streaming platforms.
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“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.
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Colby Acuff shares his debut album, Western White Pines, officially out now, June 9th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new album below.
Sony Music Nashville recording artist Colby Acuff is officially marking his major-label debut. With ten brand new songs, his debut, Western White Pines is an incredible first outing for the rising artist. Each of the ten new songs showcase Acuff’s incredible artistry and talent.
“When I started playing music, I never thought that I’d get a record deal. I’ve always had the mentality that we’d have to go out and do it all on our own. What I realize now is that there are some amazing people in the business who truly understand me,” shared the singer in a recent press release. “Western White Pines is a project full of some of my favorite songs. The record is unique in all aspects of the word. You will never hear the same song twice, but you will know that it’s a Colby Acuff record.”
Listen to the new album below!
Western White Pines Track List:
Western White Pines
One Day At A Time
Playing God Again
Outlaw in Me
Boy And A Bird Dog
Better Man
Hard Livin’ Life
Welcome to Toms
All I Got
Rolling With The Wind
Colby Acuff makes his major-label debut with his new record, “Western White Pines,” 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 Colby Acuff releases.
Western White Pines 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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King Calaway’s new song “Tennessee’s Waiting” is out now, June 9th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.
Country music’s boy band, King Calaway are back with a brand new song. On their new track the group worked with headliner, Zac Brown (Zac Brown Band) again to create something magical. The foursome have a knack for creating music that is as heartfelt as songs come. Today, their new song, “Tennessee’s Waiting” fits the bill.
“Tennessee’s Waiting” is a beautiful song that personifies the state of Tennessee. In addition, vocally the band creates harmonies like no other. King Calaway bring forth the message that our hometowns or homes away from home are always waiting for us, when we are ready to come back. While the boys of King Calaway may have different hometowns, it is clear that Tennessee has become a special place for all of them.
“Tennesee’s waiting // She always saves me // She takes me back with open arms, my guiding light when it’s getting dark // When I’m gone too long and the road starts to change me // Tennessee’s waiting // No matter what state I’m in // I’m always in that state of mind // I’ve got one more show // I’ve got one more drive // Tennessee’s waiting”
King Calaway has always been something special, and this song is one of their best yet. “Tennessee’s Waiting” is a true-blue country song that should be added to everyone’s music library ASAP!
King Calaway shares new song, “Tennessee’s Waiting,” 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 King Calaway releases.
“Tennessee’s Waiting” 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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Brooke Eden releases her new EP, Outlaw Love, out now, June 9th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new EP below.
Brooke Eden is an absolute superstar in the making. The singer-songwriter is unapologetically herself, while consistently standing up for what she believes in. She creates music that is personal to her, while still inviting anyone to listen. Perfectly timed for Pride month, her newest project, Outlaw Love is a celebration of her love with her wife, Hilary Hoover and a true celebration for love in all forms.
“This EP is the most personal group of songs I’ve ever released. It takes you from the beginning of my and Hilary’s relationship with ‘Whispering’ to our first dance song ‘All My Life,’” shared Eden in a recent press release. “The Outlaw Love EP is a look into our unique relationship in country music and a new definition of what it means to be an outlaw.”
The record kicks off with “Whispering.” The song takes us through the moments leading up and after that Eden and Hoover decided to go public with their love. The song is sassy and in your face in the best possible way. Eden brings a confident attitude to an experience that clearly is not easy for everyone.
“Best friends back then’s what we called it // Til we had no choice but to fall in // Keepin’ a secret was fun ’til it wasn’t // So I went and kissed you in public // Oh let ‘em talk, talk talk, talk, bout what we got, got got // While we walk, walk, walk away // We’re the reason they’ve been staring since we walked in the door // The reason that their jaws keep droppin’ to the floor”
The record continues with “Chills” and “All My Life.” The former is sensual song about growing attraction for someone, while “All My Life” is the ultimate wedding song. Eden created the latter for her wife, and it is clear that their love knows no boundaries. “All My Life” is a standout song on the record.
The final track, “Outlaw Love” speaks to the bigger statement of love is love and all love is worthy. It is a beautiful testament that no matter what happens in the world, we cannot change the love in someone’s hearts. While not a typical topic in country music, it is clear that “Outlaw Love” and the whole project deserve a place in the country music landscape.
“Leave the judgin’ to Jesus cause I don’t care // Long asI got you babe // I’ll go anywhere // Let’ em board up all the chapels, say that we ain’t’ welcome there // We’ll just fly to California, put some flowers in my hair // They can say what they wanna say // They can do what they wanna do // But they can’t outlaw being in love with you”
Eden is a true gem. While she is an incredible vocalist and songwriter, her true power is in her confidence in being herself no matter what. Whether she is sharing her truth about her relationship like on this EP or sharing about past experiences, each and every song she releases has heart. Outlaw Love is an important project.
Outlaw Love 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.
Lauren Alaina releases her new EP, UNLOCKED, out now, June 9th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new EP below.
While Lauren Alaina has consistently released music since landing the runner up spot on American Idol back in 2010, the Georgia native promises to be her most authentic self yet on her new EP, out now. With the release of Unlocked, produced by super-hitmaker Joey Moi, Alaina marks her debut project with Big Loud Records.
Featuring songs co-written by the likes of Josh Osborne, Cole Swindell, Zach Crowell, Parker Welling, and more, the six song project features some of Alaina’s most personal music to date. “It’s been 13 years since we first met, and until a couple of years ago, I don’t know that I ever slowed down for more than a day or two at a time. I spent more time with the people that matter most to me – my family, my fiancé, my friends – during that period than I had in years,” she reveals in a statement. “This music comes from my heart and my hometown. I am who I am because of where and who I come from, and I’m more me today than I’ve ever been. I can’t wait to unlock this next chapter with you.”
On the follow up to 2021’s Sitting Pretty On Top Of The World, Alaina finds herself dealing with a breakup, moving on, attempting to be the bigger person, and looking inward. Her first offering comes in the form of “A Walk in the Bar,” which serves as the EP’s first single and first track. Here, she offers a piece of anthemic country pop that perfectly pairs twangy instrumentation with clever lyrics. For Alaina, moving on isn’t a walk in the park, but instead “A Walk in the Bar,” both literally and figuratively.
“Thicc as Thieves” pairs Alaina with Lainey Wilson on the tongue-in-cheek ode to their curvaceous figures that samples Luke Bryan’s classic “Country Girl (Shake It For Me).” On the up-tempo duet, the pair trade verses on what is bound to be a surefire hit.
“We’re thicker than our accents // Thicker than our hair // Thicker than the Georgia and Louisiana air // Thicker than molasses from the patches to the seams // Stealing hearts is in our jeans // Us southern girls // We’re thicc as thieves // We’re thicc as thieves”
Both “Smaller Than this Town” and “Hangovers” find the singer moving on from a broken relationship, lamenting “Smaller the town, bigger the heartbreak.” Meanwhile, on “Hangovers,” Alaina explores the more raspy side of her voice, a juxtaposition of breezy music mixed with downtrodden lyrics. Here, she wishes that heartache was more like a hangover, easier to get over.
Likewise, she’s moving on on “Like Her,” which finds her liking someone she was determined to hate. It’s an uber-relatable which finds her admitting, “If it weren’t for you, hell we’d be friends.”
Alaina slows things down on “Don’t Judge a Woman,” which is an immediate standout and poignant moment on the album, a necessary reminder not to judge a book by its cover or a “woman by her man.”
“Maybe he’s a phase // Maybe he’s a rebound // Might’ve been the one or a one night stand // Maybe he’s a nice guy but only on the inside // And she’s tried to leave him but maybe she can’t // You ain’t in the heels she’s walking in // So don’t judge a book by its cover or a woman by her man.”
The Grand Ole Opry member took to social media to share “My heart is completely Unlocked with this new project,” promising that “this is just the beginning.”If the EP is any indication of what is still to come, we can’t wait.
UNLOCKED Track List:
A Walk In The Bar (Lauren Alaina, Casey Brown, Lydia Vaughan, Parker Welling)
Hangovers (John Byron, Greylan James, Josh Osborne, Matt Roy)
Don’t Judge A Woman (Autumn McEntire, Joybeth Taylor, Sarah Allison Turner)
Smaller The Town (Zach Crowell, Joel Hutsell, Cole Swindell, Hunter Phelps)
Like Her (Trannie Anderson, Joe Fox, Emily Landis, Ella Langley)
Thicc As Thieves (feat. Lainey Wilson) (Lauren Alaina, Rocky Block, Luke Bryan, Dallas Davidson, Jacob Durrett, Parker Welling)
Lauren Alaina’s new EP, UNLOCKED is out now on all streaming platforms.
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Lauren Alaina will be hitting the road with Pentatonix this summer, with a stop at New Jersey’s PNC Bank Arts Center on August 20.
UNLOCKED 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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Anne Wilson releases new song “Seventh of June” out now, June 7th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.
GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter, Anne Wilson is a true artist. Her music always tells a story and touches the lives of its listeners. Today, Wilson is sharing one of the most poignant and personal songs she could ever share, called “Seventh of June” in honor of her late brother.
Wilson has been open about suffering from the loss of her dear brother six years ago. His tragic passing inspired this song, which shares the emotions behind grief, loss, and heartbreak. If you have ever experienced profound loss, this song is certainly for you.
Written by the songstress with Jeff Pardo and Matthew West, the song showcases the internal ballad between grieving and healing. To make the song even more meaningful, the video accompaniment was filmed on the Wilson family farm in Lexington, Kentucky.
“I go out walking // I ain’t much for talking // Just thinking and crying // And praying and trying // To make sense // Of what don’t make sense in this life // Like why you’re up there // And not here by my side // They say it’s gonna get easier // And I want to believe that’s true // It’s just harder on the seventh of June”
While Wilson may be known for creating Christian music, “Seventh of June” is a true country song that will make you cry and feel less alone. Hats off to Wilson to be able to create a song like this in honor of her brother.
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“Seventh of June” 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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With a killer catalog of songs to choose from, we are sharing our favorite Luke Combs songs that we wish we heard on country radio. Check it out below.
“Memories Are Made Of” – This One’s For You
Combs does a lot well when writing music, but his ability to take listeners back to the good-old-days is second to none! In “Memories Are Made Of,” he describes the feeling of being free after high school graduation and the simplicity of how a good buzz and a few buds (the beer or friends) can create such a special memory—something most of us can relate to.
“Beer Can” – This One’s For You
Another specialty of Combs’ is how he can take the basic lyric of drinking beer and make it so fun, catchy, and unique. Penned with James McNair and Ray Fulcher, the writing trio takes us through their weekend, rhyming nearly every line with the song’s title.
“Refrigerator Door” – What You See Is What You Get
We open our fridge every day but rarely stop and recognize all the history and memories it carries. In the nostalgic “Refrigerator Door,” Combs expresses how his Kenmore ’98 serves a dual purpose as a fridge and a photo album, explaining all the pictures and the memories behind them.
“Without You” – What You See Is What You Get
When we are kids, we do not realize just how much our friends, family, and loved ones do for us. Each verse in “Without You” highlights different people in Combs’ life that shaped the successful and down-to-earth man he is today. Combs shows his modesty, confessing that he owes everything to his parents, his wife, and his fans.
“Where The Wild Things Are” – Gettin’ Old
“Where The Wild Things Are” is more of a creative writing story about two brothers who live different lives—one who stayed home and one who took off to Southern California. Its tragic ending and the dramatic production build from verse to chorus makes this a powerful track which could catch the attention of country music fans alike.
How does our list match up to yours? Let us know and comment your favorites on social media!
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Corey Kent releases his newest album, Blacktop out now, June 2nd on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand-new project here.
Country newcomer Corey Kent is ready to establish himself as a force in country music. Today, the Sony Music Nashville newcomer released his major-label debut project, Blacktop, featuring the Platinum #1 hit, “Wild as Her.” Produced by music royalty, Jay Joyce, the album features a collection of ten new songs, eight of which were co-written by Kent.
The album’s name holds a double meaning for Kent, who has pounded the pavement as a touring artist for years before achieving success, while he also picked up work at a pavement company after a publishing deal fell through. “I think my path has been so winding to get here, that if this would’ve happened five years ago, I wouldn’t have had the ability to appreciate it like I do now,” He reveals.
Throughout Blacktop, Kent focuses heavily on sounding uniquely himself, adhering to the mantra that “Nobody great ever sounded like anyone else.” It’s that attitude that has earned him a loyal following, as he’s always remained true to himself. That included leaving Nashville because it didn’t feel quite right and setting his roots in Texas, an influence which can be heard throughout the LP.
“We sound like us because that’s never happened before, and that’s what I feel like this record is,” the Oklahoma native reveals of the album that is punctuated by tracks like “Wild As Her,” “Something’s Gonna Kill Me,” “Man of the House,” and “Once or Twice.”
While “Wild as Her” was Kent’s first foray into chart stardom, “Something’s Gonna Kill Me” is an immediate standout, a driving and radio-ready anthemic ode to seizing the day. Here, Kent proclaims, “Ain’t no way around it // One day I’m gonna die // If something’s gonna kill me might as well be // What makes me feel alive.”
“Life is not just surviving. It’s about creating experiences and feeling a rush and being exhilarated and making those memories you can’t ever forget,” He says of the song. “This record took me from working at a pavement company to being on the road full-time, and having one of the biggest songs of the year. It changed my life. I got kicked in the teeth by life, but I got up, spit out the blood and kept going. And now here we are.”
Similarly, “How You Know You Made It” and “Hood of That Car” both have that radio-ready anthemic feel, hooky choruses and feelgood melodies that are sure to continue Kent’s rise to superstardom. While “How You Know” celebrates the simple moments that mean success to Kent, “Hood” is a celebration of fooling around and falling in love on the hood of a car.
Likewise, “Bic Flame” is another heartfelt celebration of the simpler times, Kent realizing that despite his young age, he’s an old soul at heart. “You say I’m an old soul, But what’s so wrong with that?” He asks, musing “In a crowd full of cell phone lights, I guess I’m still a BiC flame guy.”
There’s love lost on tracks like “Gone As You” and “Long Story Short,” with the former finding him “gone” thanks to a bottle, while the latter finds him placing blame on the woman who cut their relationship a bit too short too soon. “You turned off the song right before that last chorus played,” he croons, voice laced with emotion on the catchy guitar-laden track. “Guess you and I just weren’t on the same page.”
“Man of the House” also shows Kent’s softer side, finding him at his most vulnerable as he tries to fill the shoes left behind by his father. On the stirring ballad, he struggles with the shadows of his past as well as how those things still affect him today. “Be strong when you ain’t// And hold on when you can’t // They can’t tell you but they need you // And you can’t let ‘em down // So hide those shakin’ hands // Be a rock when you feel like sand // It turns out all I was back then // Is all that I am now // Just a boy trying to be the man of the house.”
The album’s final track, “Once or Twice” closes out the album with a poignant touch, finding the singer-songwriter facing his demons. His voice is on full display over the lush ballad, his voice ripe with emotion. “I’ve never looked for trouble // But trouble’s found me all of my life // And there’s a time to walk away // And there’s a time to hold your ground and fight,” He declared. “I’ve never seen the face of God // But I’ve stared down the devil once or twice.”
It’s that kind of raw vulnerability mixed with catchy hooks that permeate Blacktop and are certain to establish Corey Kent as a future superstar in country music.
Country Swag Picks:
Hood of That Car
Something’s Gonna Kill Me
Man of the House
How You Know You Made It
Blacktop Tracklist:
Wild as Her (Kelly Archer/Brett Tyler/Morgan Wallen)
Long Story Short (Corey Kent/Lydia Vaughan)
Something’s Gonna Kill Me (Corey Kent/Austin Goodloe/Joybeth Taylor/Lydia Vaughan)
Man of the House (Corey Kent/Austin Goodloe/Joybeth Taylor/Lydia Vaughan)
Gone as You (Casey Brown/Matthew McGinn/Travis Wood)
BiC Flame (Corey Kent/Jack Hummel/Jon Sherwood)
Call It a Night (Aaron Eshuis/Ryan Hurd)
How You Know You Made It (Corey Kent/AJ Pruis/Smith Ahnquist)
Hood of That Car (Corey Kent/Blake Chaffin/Jack Hummel/Jacob Lutz)
Once or Twice (Corey Kent/Lee Miller)
Corey Kent shares new album, ‘Blacktop,’ out now on all streaming platforms.
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Kent is set to hit the stage as part of Jason Aldean’s Highway Desperado Tour this summer. For tour dates and more, visit Kent’s official website here.
Blacktop 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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