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Priscilla Block Readies Next Album + Releases New Song “Couldn’t Care Less”

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Priscilla Block shares new song, “Couldn’t Care Less,” out now, August 15th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.

Rising country star, Priscilla Block bursted on to the country music scene with her honest lyrics and sassy personality. While we love that version of Block, it is officially time for fans to get to know her on a deeper level. Embarking on a new era of music, Block just announced that her sophomore album Things You Didn’t See will be dropping on October 10th. On top of that incredible news, the songstress also shares her highly requested new song, “Couldn’t Care Less.”

Since she began teasing the song on social media, Block has had fans begging for the song. Arguably the singer-songwriter’s most vulnerable song to date, “Couldn’t’ Care Less” puts a mirror up to insecurity, vulnerability, and a rawness, that is so appreciated in country music. The song is an authentic unfiltered look into Block’s insecurities, her anxieties, and maybe even her self-proclaimed shortcomings. While it is clear that the song is deeply personal, it is also just as deeply relatable.

“I posted a picture and it got a bunch of likes // That “she should lose weight” comment keep me up all night // I hit reply and made a little light of what they said // like I couldn’t care less // Walked the carpet, sat a couple rows up from the stage // Hoping I would hear mine then they said a different name // I was clapping, laughing, smiling standing in a sparkly dress // like I couldn’t care less // Ooh like it don’t mean something // Ooh like to me it[s nothing, like I do my best to tune it out, shut the door // like I couldn’t care less // Hell, I couldn’t care more”

If “Couldnt’ Care Less” is setting the tone for what’s to come on album number two, then we are all in for real treat! Block’s vulnerable side is just as incredible as her confident one, and we cannot wait to see more of it through her honest and thoughtful music.

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Priscilla Block shares new song, “couldn’t care less,” 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 Priscilla Block releases.

To keep up with Priscilla Block follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Couldn’t Care Less” 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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Who Is Alexandra Kay? The Story Behind Her Journey to Country Music

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Who is Alexandra Kay? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about her journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

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Alexandra Kay // Photo credit: Alysse Gafkjen

Quick Facts:

Full Name – Alexandra Kay
Birthdate – September 5th
Hometown – Waterloo, Illinois
Current City – Nashville, TN
Musical Influences – Faith Hill, Martina McBride, George Strait, Christina Aguilera
Label – BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville
Current Single – “Straight For The Heart” (as of date of article: 8/11/2025)

The Beginning:

Each and every artist in country music has their own story and path. Some artists have luck on their side, some preserve through a ton of trials and tribulations, and others have a slow rise to stardom. Today, spotlight artist, Alexandra Kay is the true epitome of hardworking and relentless dedication to her craft. We chatted with Kay about her journey to where she is now, her new record coming out soon, and everything in between. Keep reading to learn more about her inspiring story.

“I grew up right outside of St. Louis in a smaller town in Illinois called Waterloo, Illinois, I  didn’t grow up in a family of musicians, not at all,” began Kay. “I just kind of listened to what my parents listened to on the radio growing up, and that was country music, I really fell in love with the storytelling, and became infatuated with music in general.”

The songstress recalls music being a huge part of her childhood. She was a huge music fan. I  loved everything from rock music like Kiss, AC/DC, The Rolling Stones. I also loved Michael Jackson, The Jackson Five, The Supremes, Muddy Waters, I loved that era of music,” she shared. “I remember the first CD I bought with my allowance money was the Jackson Five Greatest Hits and I became really into Motown when I was younger and I think that’s when my parents were like “oh okay. Lexi’s in some interesting music.” After that I just kind of started seeing myself in the entertainment business. I told my parents when I was pretty young that I wanted to try out for Disney channel and get into acting. I was always very theatrical.”

With a love of music in her heart and a gift for writing too, Kay spent her free time cultivating her craft, all the while, priming herself to play collegiate softball. “I had a gift for writing when I was younger and I placed in some big Young Author’s contests, and I think that was when I started to develop my song-writing skills. As I got older, I played a lot of softball, that’s what my parents focused on. We were all set to be collegiate athletes,” she shared, adding, “We all played for these elite national teams. I did that from when I was eleven until I was eighteen, and then I chose to take my first year off of college and to chase my music career.”

The Turning Point:

Despite being multi-talented in both music and sports, Kay’s heart was set on music. She found inspiration in 90s country music like Faith Hill, George Strait, and Alan Jackson, but also found herself deep in the St. Louis music scene, enjoying hip-hop and R&B too.

“That’s when I dipped my toes into the St. Louis musical scene. […] I did a lot of hooks for rappers in the area, and then I did some work for Nelly and Huey, and then I signed my first record deal in 2012 to a St. Louis-based record label, and I’ve been going ever since,” shared Kay.

Towards the end of 2013, early 2014, Kay ended up leaving the label, and social media became a huge part of her career. ” I decided that I really wanted to hit social media hard, and that’s exactly what I did.” She went viral on Facebook early on, and decided to try to repeat that momentum during the pandemic, when TikTok became a vital platform for artists.

“I just tried to go with the times, and I was like “why not give it a try.” I made a coffee and sang a song by The Chicks, and it had 3 million views by the end of the day, and before I knew it I was singing with Randy Travis and Tim McGraw, and I was on tour with Tim McGraw as a completely independent artist. I had millions and millions of streams, and I had a real fanbase. […] I’ve been on eight tours in the last two years, we haven’t stopped touring since then, and the fans keep showing up, and I’m so grateful.”

For six years, Kay surprised everyone besides herself and worked relentlessly to make it a singer-songwriter in country music. “The time period in my life that I’m the most proud of is definitely those six years of being independent. […] Instead of quitting, I would drive to Nashville ever Monday, it was about a 4.5 hour driver, and I’d come home Friday, and I’d be with my then husband for two days and drive back on Monday. I would just couch surf and hopefully meet people that would let me stay with them, and I’d write songs while I was out there, and I did that for two years.”

Earlier this year, Kay finally found her “home” in a record label with BBR Music Group / BMG Nashville. “I would take label meetings every year. […] I made a very, very conscious decision, and we took our time to decide what label we were going to go with, I knew it with every fiber in my being that BBR was my home.”

Today:

Flash forward to today, Kay is embarking on arguably the biggest moments in her career as a signed artist. Her record Second Wind is slated to be released on October 24th. The record is an incredible project that is sure to garner even more fans to her music.

“I started writing ‘Second Wind,’ the album last year,” began Kay. “What I really wanted to do and what I kept at the forefront of my mind when it comes to this record is I didn’t want the fans to listen to it and think it was so incredibly different from ‘All I’ve Ever Known’ the album because the truth is that’s not how healing happens. You don’t go from feeling how I felt in ‘All I’ve Ever Known’ then jump to pure happiness and love again. So what’s really cool about this record is you get these songs that happened during this transition period. I’m really excited for fans to feel my healing through beginning track one all the way to track fourteen. […] I really take everyone on a ride on how to transition to trusting someone with my heart again and really living in that.”

The released tracks showcase so much growth, fearlessness, and maturity. Songs like “Straight For The Heart” and The Last” are just another piece of Kay’s story, something that fans time and time again seem to find themselves in.

“”Straight For The Heart” is actually my first outside cut by myself, so I actually heard this song while sitting in a pitch meeting for some songs. As soon as it played, I had to have that song. I love it. I love that it really describes how I felt with this kind of female intuition of knowing that things were going south and being strong enough to know that I didn’t have to get let down easy. […] Even though I wasn’t a creator of it, I’m really excited to be a vessel for it, and take it out into the world.”

Kay is laying her heart out on the line for her music and her fans. Second Wind is a record that every fan should gear up for. Kay is a true superstar in the making!

Connect:

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

To keep up with Alexandra Kay, follow her on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook.

Alexandra Kay’s 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.

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Nate Smith’s Song “Fix What You Didn’t Break” is Number One at Country Radio

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Nate Smith earns his fourth number one single at country radio with his song, “Fix What You Didn’t Break.” Get all the details here.

Rising superstar in the making, Nate Smith has been one of the most consistent rising artists as of late. He started off 2023 landing his first number one single with his song, “Whiskey On You.” and later earned his second number one single at country radio with “World On Fire,” adding “Bulletproof” to his number one portfolio too. Today, the singer adds to his streak of number ones with his newest chart-topping single, “Fix What You Didn’t Break.”

Written by Smith with Ashley Gorley, Taylor Phillips, and Lindsay Rimes, “Fix What You Didn’t Break” is a single off of the singer-songwriter’s sophomore album, California Gold. “Fix What You Didn’t Break” is the perfect blend of honest country lyrics with a rock undertone. It’s everything we have to come love from the rising star.

“And I don’t know why // Why you saw something in me, baby // Girl, but you saw right through // All the pain, and you came and saved me // Yeah, I know you didn’t leave me lonely // Weren’t the one that put the heartbreak on me // Picked up the pieces // It wasn’t the mess that you made // Could’ve left me just the way you found me // But you came and put your wings around me // Girl, you went out of your way // To fix what you didn’t break”

Congratulations to Smith and his team on an incredible accomplishment with another number one to celebrate!  We look forward to more music from Smith soon!

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

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

“Fix What You Didn’t Break” 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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Here Are The New Country Songs You Need To Know This Week (8/8)

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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.

“My Side Of The Family” – Chase McDaniel

Chase McDaniel grows his catalog with another honest and thought-provoking new song called “My Side Of The Family.”

 

“Louisiana Stick” – Jordan Davis and Marcus King

As fans anticipate his next project, Jordan Davis drops his new song with Marcus King, “Louisiana Stick.”

 

“Circa 1943” – Chase Rice

Chase Rice shares more new music, adding a single called, “Circa 1943” to the mix.

 

“Straight For The Heart” – Alexandra Kay

Alexandra Kay shows off her strength and her talent on her new song, “Straight For The Heart.”

 

“Little Things” – Lauren Alaina

Lauren Alaina continues to showcase her staying power, dropping her new song, “Little Things.”

 

“Holy Water” – Jelly Roll & Marshmello

Jelly Roll and Marshmello collaborate on an awesome new song called, “Holy Water.”

 

“Back On Deseret” – Brendan Walter

Newcomer, Brendan Walter shows off his songwriting prowess on new, nostalgic song, “Back On Deseret.”

 

“Still” – Clever

Clever continues to prove that his music is for music lovers across genres with his new song, “Still.”

 

“Really Wanna Know” – Ole 60

Ole 60 impress with their awesome brand new song, “Really Wanna Know,” out now.

 

“Turn Down The Lights” – Gavin Adcock

Gavin Adcock continues to feed the fans with more new music! “Turn Down The Lights” is out now.

 

“Bowery” – Zach Bryan ft. Kings of Leon

Zach Bryan collaborates with Kings of Leon on their new song, “Bowery,” out today.

 

“Love Was Just a Feeling” – Colby Acuff

Colby Acuff grows his music library with his new song, “Love Was Just a Feeling.”

 

“Get Enough” – Noah Hicks

Noah Hicks explores the depths of an on and off again relationship on his captivating new song, “Get Enough.”

 

“Fragile” – Cameron Whitcomb 

Cameron Whitcomb announces his debut album and drops his new single, “Fragile.”

 

“Magnolia” – Ashley Monroe

Ashley Monroe drops her stunning new album, Tennessee Lightning featuring seventeen songs including “Magnolia.”

 

“Nuthin’ But A Smile” – Drake White

Drake White adds to his catalog of songs with “Nuthin’ But A Smile.”

 

“pretty much” – MaRynn Taylor

MaRynn Taylor shares her brand new song, “pretty much.”

 

“She’s Good” – Brendon Wisham

Brendon Wisham shares brand new song, “She’s good,” out today.

 

“Never To Country” – Bailey Zimmerman

Bailey Zimmerman drops his sophomore album, Different Night Same Rodeo featuring a ton of songs including “Never To Country.”

 

“Of Course I Do” – Lily Rose

Lily Rose announces her next studio album and shares new song, “Of Course I Do.”

 

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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Here Is Bailey Zimmerman’s Album ‘Different Night Same Rodeo’

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Bailey Zimmerman shares his brand new album, Different Night Same Rodeo, officially out now, August 8th on all streaming platforms. Learn more and listen to the new project below.

Break-out artist and superstar in the making, Bailey Zimmerman continues to take the country world by storm. With his monumental success at country radio, last year’s touring spot with Morgan Wallen, and everything in between, Zimmerman shows no signs of slowing down. Today the singer-songwriter grows his catalog of music. His sophomore album, Different Night Same Rodeo is officially out now!

According to Zimmerman this record did not come easy, but it came from a real and raw place. The singer shared with the media “The main reason I write music is so people know they’re not alone and that I’ve been through the things that they’ve been through, too. I think that’s what I started my whole career on, was people relating to me kind of ‘therapy writing.’ ‘Different Night Same Rodeo’ — it’s the fluctuation of life. It’s the ups and the downs, the mountains, the valleys, but we’re still on a good vibe.”

Zimmerman continues to impress. His music is honest, authentic, and true to his story. Make sure to listen to Different Night Same Rodeo ASAP!

Different Night Same Rodeo Track List:

  1. Comin’ In Cold (Jaron Boyer, Matt Gorman, Jake Puliti, Kaylin Roberson)

  2. Ashes (Diplo & Bailey Zimmerman) (Austin Shawn, Bailey Zimmerman, Josh Serrato, Thomas Wesley, Josh Miller, Jimmy Robbins, Chris Tompkins)

  3. Chevy Silverado (Tucker Beathard, Ilsey Juber, Gavin Lucas, Heath Warren, Bailey Zimmerman)

  4. Yours For The Breaking (Bart Butler, Jacob Davis, Drew Fulk, Austin Shawn)

  5. Lost (feat. The Kid LAROI) (Rodney Clawson, Ryan Hurd, Michael Lotten, The Kid Laroi, Billy Walsh, Bailey Zimmerman, Austin Shawn)

  6. Holy Smokes (Austin Shawn, Bailey Zimmerman, Ben Stennis, Michael Tyler, Lauren Hungate)

  7. When It Was (Kelly Archer, Ben Goldsmith, Carson Wallace, Ben Williams)

  8. It’s All Good (Tucker Beathard, David Dorn, Ryan Tyndell)

  9. Backup Plan (feat. Luke Combs) (Tucker Beathard, Jimi Bell, Jon Sherwood)

  10. New To Country (Austin Shawn, Jacob Hackworth, Heath Warren, Tim Galloway, Bailey Zimmerman)

  11. At The Same Time (Jaxson Free, Aldae, Ben Johnson)

  12. Hell or High Water (Ashley Gorley, Austin Shawn)

  13. These Nights (Nora Collins, Randall Fowler, Mary Kutter, Brad Wagner)

  14. Everything But Up (Devin Dawson, Jacob Hackworth, Sam Martinez, Heath Warren)

  15. Before You (Bailey Zimmerman, Randall Fowler, Brian Alexander, Frank Romano, Austin Shawn, Marty James)

  16. Holding On (Austin Shawn, Blake Whiten)

  17. Dare You To Try It (Austin Shawn, Bailey Zimmerman, Tucker Beathard, Gavin Lucas, Sam Martinez, Heath Warren)

  18. Happy Ever After Me (Tucker Beathard, Jimi Bell)

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Bailey Zimmerman shares new album, ‘Different Night Same Rodeo,’ 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 Bailey Zimmerman releases.

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

Different Night Same Rodeo 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.

Alexandra Kay Shares New Song “Straight For The Heart”

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Alexandra Kay shares new song, “Straight For The Heart,” out now, August 8th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new track below.

Recording artist, Alexandra Kay is is an absolute force in country music. She built her huge following independently, and now with a record label and a team there to support her, she is putting out some of her best music to date. Today, the singer-songwriter announces the release date for her brand new album Second Wind, while giving fans a peak at the record with her new song, “Straight For The Heart.”

Kay’s brand new album, Second Wind will drop on October 24th, marking the songstress’ first major label record since signing with BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville. As fans await the record, Kay is sharing a new single with fans called “Straight For The Heart.” The new track is about a relationship ending, where the woman is challenging her ex to make sure to make the end so bad that she never wants the man back. The song is innovative and honest, while featuring Kay’s signature authenticity and strength.

“Why is it cold when I’m on your shoulder // Who you think you’re foolin? // Baby, you ain’t doing me no favors, trying to put off the pain for later // Already written across your face, you’re playing a game and I’m losing // So if ya, yeah if ya pull the trigger, aim straight for the heart // If you’re gonna break it baby, break it bad // Make it so I never wanna want you back // Give me a damn good reason // If you’re leaving better leave a scar // Say you never even love me to begin with // Make me hate you, make you something that I won’t miss // Take it way too far // Pull the trigger aim straight for the heart”

“Straight For The Heart” is a clever and honest new song by Kay! Make sure you listen ASAP!

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Alexandra Kay shares new song, “Straight For The Heart,” 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 Alexandra Kay releases.

To keep up with Alexandra Kay, follow her on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Straight For The Heart” 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 Kip Moore’s Deluxe Album ‘Solitary Tracks’

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Kip Moore shares his brand new deluxe album, Solitary Tracks, officially out now, August 8th on all streaming platforms. Learn more and listen to the new project below.

Back in February, Kip Moore released arguably one fo the most prolific projects of his career, Solitary Tracks. His first album with his label, the 23 song album captivating fans everywhere. Today, Moore shares a deluxe version of the project, adding three new songs to the mix, including, “American Heartbreak” and acoustic versions of the title track and “Rivers Don’t Run.”

Moore recognizes the importance of this project, including the new songs. He shared in a press release, “There’s no pattern you have to follow, and sometimes you gotta gamble on yourself. You gotta be bold enough to trust your gut, and willing to roll those dice if you believe something. I’m never going to cheat by just trying to write what I think people want to hear, or hold onto a sound that worked for me. I have to constantly stretch and go where I need to go, or it’s going to be disingenuous. I’m going to always be authentic with myself, with every record, and all I ever hope is that people find a little solace. This project is a journey in itself, so I hope it helps people navigate their own life.”

Moore is as real as they come, and while we thought the record was perfect already, the additional songs add to the story of the project. Go listen!

Solitary Tracks Deluxe Track List:

  1. High Hopes
  2. Solitary Tracks
  3. Pretty Horses
  4. Livin’ Side
  5. Around You
  6. Half Full Cup
  7. Bad Spot
  8. Straight Line Boots
  9. Rivers Don’t Run
  10. Burn
  11. Like Ya Stole It
  12. Southern Son
  13. Learning As I Go
  14. Alley Cat
  15. Live Here to Work
  16. Love And War
  17. Flowers In December
  18. Forever is a Lie
  19. Wildfire
  20. Tough Enough
  21. Good Things Never Last
  22. Take What You Can Get
  23. Only Me
  24. American Heartbreak
  25. Solitary Tracks Acoustic
  26. Rivers Don’t Run Acoustic
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Kip Moore shares his deluxe version of his album, ‘Solitary Tracks,’ featuring three new songs, 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 Kip Moore releases.

To keep up with Kip Moore, follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

Solitary Tracks Deluxe 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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Brendan Walter Shares New Song “Back On Deseret”

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Brendan Walter shares new song, “Back On Deseret” is out now, August 8th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand-new track below.

RECORDS Nashville and Sony Music Nashville recording artist, Brendan Walter is proving how talented he is with each release. His debut single, “Normal Day” showcased his songwriting prowess and knack for story-telling. Today, Walter proves that it’s not just a one time thing. His new song, “Back On Deseret” is out now!

Written by the singer with Colton Venner, “Back On Deseret” is a nostalgic song about growing up. According to Walter, this song was unpriced by his best friend Georgia and the street they lived on. “Life can pull you in lots of different directions, but some things never change,” he shared, adding, “I wrote this one about missing old friends.. life gets busy and priorities shift but you only have a couple friends in your life where you feel just as at home in theirs as you do in yours.”

“It’s like I never left // Even though // We’re in a lot less pictures these days // Get us both back on Deseret // We’re talkin’ a back porch back track // Go the girls and the fistfights we had // Life ripped the floodgates open // Feels good to finally be going // Back to the start // Back to the way // Before it all changed // back on Deseret”

Both “Normal Day” and “Life Of Deseret” are just a taste of what’s to come for the rising artist. We’re already excited for a debut project, so make sure you jump on the Walter bandwagon now!

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Brendan Walter shares new song, “Back On Deseret,” out now on all streaming platforms

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

To keep up with Brendan Walter, follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

“Back On Deseret” 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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Who Is Elizabeth Nichols? The Story Behind Her Journey to Country Music

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Who is Elizabeth Nichols? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about her journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

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Elizabeth Nichols

Quick Facts:

Full Name – Elizabeth Nichols
Birthdate – June 21
Hometown – Louisville, KY
Current City – Nashville, TN
Musical Influences – Kacey Musgraves, Toby Keith, John Prine, Blake Shelton, Dolly Parton
Label – (if applicable) PULSE Records
Current Single – “I Got A New One” (as of date of article: 8/4/2025)

The Beginning:

Every now and then you come across an artist that has undeniable, raw talent. Elizabeth Nichols is that girl. Despite not knowing music was in the cards for her until recent years, the songstress is an incredible songwriter and story-teller with vocals to back it up. We chatted with the singer-songwriter all about her music career, her new songs, and of course, where’s she headed. Keep reading to learn more!

Nichols was born in Plano, Texas, but spent her formative years in Louisville, Kentucky with her family. A daughter and a granddaughter of a pastor, the singer was always surrounded by music. “I grew up singing in church and listening to a lot of gospel music. […] I also listened to a lot of country music. My family all loved a lot of country music.”

She recalls even wanting to be Hannah Montana at an early age. “When I was nine, I wanted to be Hannah Montana. I was her for three halloweens in a row, and then once I hit school aged, it was not my plan, I did not think it was in the cards for me,” she shared.

Although she didn’t grow up with a fully-fleshed out dream to be an artist, Nichols was always a writer and story-teller, finding inspiration in artist and their lyrics. “I love Toby Keith. I think he is so funny and uses humor in his lyrics so well. I think country is kind of a funny genre. It doesn’t always need to be so serious. I love Kacey Musgraves, I think she’s so clever with her lyricism, I love Miranda Lambert, big fan. I love John Prine. I think I really gravitate towards lyricism and clever lyrics. […] I think it’s funny because in my songs, even the gospel songs that I listen to growing up, comes out in the harmonies. I love funky, cool, harmonies, and stacking those, and building choir. I think that’s there too.”

The Turning Point:

Upon graduating high-school, Nichols attended college in Oklahoma, where she eventually connected back to her early days as a music lover. “I was a writing major in college, English writing, I graduated in 2022, and I did my masters in accounting in Australia, and I was there, but I was missing writing,” she shared, adding, “I was missing home so much, I get homesick. I love America, I was very homesick. I would write these country songs because I was missing home, and there was these boys that I was talking to in Oklahoma, and they’d make me angry, and I though it was fun writing songs about them.”

Although she had never written a song before, she started to process her emotions through song-writing. “I couldn’t play them for anyone, so I made a TikTok account, and I blocked everyone I knew, and made it my first name and my middle name, so no one could find it, and I just started posting on there,” shared the songstress. “I remember when my first video that actually got views, I was like “oh no, they are going to find this.” I’ve gotten over that though for sure. I’ve had to.”

With just a year of writing under her belt, Nichols made the move to Nashville, Tennessee. After Kelly Clarkson sang her song on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Nichols quickly shifted gears and her sole focus became her music career. “I always loved school, and I thought I was going to just do that, but it’s all a blessing. I like this a lot more.”

Today:

It may be hard to believe, but Nichols has already released her debut EP. Tough Love features her viral song, “I Got A New One” and six other songs. The record as a whole features two solo writes and Nichols is a writer on every single track, an impressive feat for a newcomer.

“‘Tough Love’ is cool because it’s a collection of the the last year and a half, and my journey of songwriting. The first seven months that I was writing was home in Oklahoma by myself. I didn’t even know co-writes were a thing,” shared Nichols. “There’s a few songs on there that I wrote alone before I ever knew anything about anything. It’s cool to kind of see the progression like the first song whenever I moved to Nashville was “I Got A New One,” and then songs I wrote a few weeks before the project came out are on there.”

When it comes to “I Got A New One,” the track was inspired by the singer’s knack for story-telling. “”I Got A New One” was my first co-write moving here, I came in, and I had this idea. I kind of look at songs as stories, so I go in with an idea, and I always kind of have a plot of where I want it to go, and what I want to happen because I’m so used to writing books and short-stories, and that kind of writing, and you always start with a roadmap,” she explained.

“So I knew that I wanted the first verse to be I’m fighting with my boyfriend, he doesn’t like what I’m wearing and I knew I wanted to be like so I got a new one, and you think it’s the dress, but you know. So we took that, and I had that idea and that storyline, and we made that music. I also knew that I wanted the chorus to be different guys. It’s just a bit different. […] We took a chance, and we did what the song needed, and that’s what was best for that song.”

This is truly just the beginning for Nichols. She plans to build on this momentum, adding shows to her tour schedule, as well as, continually working on new music for fans. “There’s never a lack of music. There’s always too much which is a good problem to have.” We’re gong to keep giving people songs that I love, and I’m excited for people to hear. It’s an honor.”

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Tyler Hubbard Earns Number One at Country Radio with “Park”

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Tyler Hubbard earns his fourth number one as a solo artist at country radio with his song “Park.” Get all the details here.

Tyler Hubbard has been a mainstay in country music for a decade now. Since embarking on his solo career, everything the singer has touched has been accepted by mainstream country fans. This week, Hubbard has earned his fourth number one single at country radio with his song, “Park.”

Hubbard wrote the song with Jesse Frasure, Ashley Gorley and Canaan Smith, “Park” is a feel good, flirty song. Inspired by the desire to just be with your person, the song describes needing to park the car  in order to hold the one you love.

“I got a souped-up ride, and I really wanna ride you ’round // And this time of night, there ain’t no red lights out // We got a good long stretch of road to see how fast this thing will go // But that shoulder on the side’s lookin’ mighty fine right now // I can drive you from this holler to Hollywood (Hollywood) // Got like 700 horses under the hood // But I can’t hold you at this high speed // And you look good in that side seat // While we makin’ these tires scream in this old car // All I wanna do is park // All I wanna do is park”

While Hubbard’s career as the Florida Georgia Line frontman was one to proud of, it is clear that this new trajectory is going to be even bigger and better than ever. Congrats to Hubbard and his team on their number one!

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