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Morgan Johnston’s New Song “After Me” Out Now

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Morgan Johnston’s new track, “After Me”  is out now, July 1st, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new song below.

We first introduced you to rising singer-songwriter, Morgan Johnston just a few weeks ago. During our conversation, we were excited to hear that Johnston was slated to release her popular song, “After Me” this week. The new song is officially out today.

The track is an absolutely relatable anthem for people everywhere. “With a nostalgic and contemplative feel, this song is about a girl who is reflecting on the complex feelings of what it would be like to be with someone, after they had to lose her,” shared Johnston in a recent press release.

She added later, a note to the listener stating, “I hope that this song makes you reflect, I hope it makes you feel seen and validated, and most importantly, I hope it reminds you to be precious with the love you choose to give.” On the track, Johnston reminds us all to know our worth and that it is okay to yearn for a past relationship at the same time.

“You take time to call your mom back // See the greener in your own grass // Found a place to plant your feet // After me // You don’t spend your weekends clocked in // Finally took that trip to Boston // Yeah I wish I could’ve seen // This version of you back when I was yours // No it ain’t that you weren’t good enough before”

Johnston is a songstress that we simply adore! We are excited to watch “After Me” continue to make waves in the music scene.

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Morgan Johnston’s new song, “After Me” is out now.

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

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

“After Me” 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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Brian Kelley Releases Patriotic New Song “American Spirit”

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Brian Kelley’s new track, “American Spirit”  is out now, July 1st, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new song below.

Brian Kelley is one half of the GRAMMY-nominated group, Florida Georgia Line, but has released solo projects over the past two years during the duo’s hiatus. His beach-inspired record, Sunshine State of Mind, paid homage to his home state of Florida and debuted at number eleven on iTunes.

Today, Kelley shows his respect for our great country in his new song, “American Spirt.” Co-written with Canaan Smith, Jake Rose, and Blake Redferrin, he honors all the military veterans (including his grandfather who earned two Purple Hearts serving in World War II), first responders, and citizens who proudly fly the flag in front of their homes and businesses. He releases this track right before July 4th, so don’t forget to add this tune to your weekend playlist!

“American Spirit, that red, white, and blue // It’s flying for freedom, for me and for you // It’s what I believe in, this country I love // That American Spirit runs in our blood”

After signing with Warner Music last year, Kelley returned to his original label, Big Machine Records, for the release of this track and future ones. He has several tour dates lined up for himself and Florida Georgia Line this summer. For tickets, head to his website.

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Brian Kelley releases new song “American Spirit,” out now.

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

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

“American Spirit” 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.

Filmore Collaborates with Pitbull on New Song “USA”

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Filmore collaborates with Pitbull on new track, “USA,” out now, July 1st, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new song below.

As we anticipate the Fourth of July coming in just a few days, Filmore may have given us the anthem of the summer. In an unexpected collaboration with none other than Pitbull, Filmore drops their brand new song “USA.”

The new jam is all about having pride for your country. A drinking song at heart, Filmore knows how to turn the heat up and create a song that will get everyone dancing (and drinking). Written by the singer with Pitbull and fellow songwriters, Sam Bergeson, Geoff Warburton, and Dallas Wilson, “USA” is a smash.

“Let me get you turned up // Let your redneck loose // Crank ya country up // To the red, white, and blue // Yeah if you love Levi jeans and freedom fried chicken // Jacked up trucks and honky tonk women // Raise ya drink to the home of the brave // Ain’t nobody partly like the USA”

Filmore keeps cranking out new music, and we keep listening on repeat! This is a must-add to your summer playlists.

Filmore and Pitbull collaborate on brand new song, "USA" out now, July 1st on all streaming platforms

Filmore and Pitbull collaborate on brand new song, “USA” out now, July 1st 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 Filmore releases.

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

“USA” 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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Shawn Austin: ‘Planes Don’t Wait’ – EP Review

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Shawn Austin’s brand new EP, Planes Don’t Wait, is out now, June 29th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new music below and check out our full review.

Earlier this week we introduced you to rising artist, Shawn Austin. It is very evident how much we enjoy the singer and his incredible talent. Today, Austin releases his brand new EP, Planes Don’t Wait.

The new project kicks off with one of the singer’s favorites off the project, “Somewhere In Austin.” On the track, Austin declares how he wishes he could stop thinking about that girl. We have all been there, missing someone, who is hard to forget.

“‘Cause there’s a girl somewhere in Austin // Paintin’ on her smokey eyes, trying to find // Some neon lights to go get lost in // Slippin on her 6 inch heels while I been // Spinning wheels from Key West to Boston // Running through my mind trying to get her off it // But hell it ain’t worked yet // There’s a girl I should forget, I ain’t forgotten // Somewhere in Austin”

Next up, “Tailgate To Heaven” is arguably the song that started it all for the singer. Featuring Chris Lane, the mid-tempo track is as romantic as they come. With swoon-worthy vocals and imagery throughout the lyrics, the song is one of our personal favorites on the project.

Austin continues to lean into his romantic side with his next song “Over Here.” Unfortunately, things do not go accordingly. The singer emotes how it feels to wish you were still with someone you love. Similarly, on the title track (another one of our favorites), “Planes Don’t Wait,” Austin shares the feelings associated with a break-up.

“She’s at thirty-seven thousand feet halfway to California // and I’m runnin’ these power lines // Puttin ‘in overtime here in Georgia // Chalk it up to a one-way ticket, didn’t get it now I’m sittin ‘here missin’ her // Time don’t stop, flies by fast // Hearts still break, love don’t last // And planes don’t wait”

The fifth song on the new EP is “Get You,” a beautiful ballad. Austin proves that he knows a thing or two about love and falling in love on this incredible track. On the contrary, on “Slip,” the singer digs into the flirty side of his personality. The track reveals how it feels to meet a new possible love interest.

Austin concludes his EP with “Talk Of The Town.” The anthemic song is the perfect way to wrap the fun and emotive project. Overall, Planes Don’t Wait helps listeners get to know more about Austin and his undeniable talent, giving us a taste of what he has to offer. We cannot wait for a full-length record!

Plane Don’t Wait EP Tracklist:

  1. “Somewhere In Austin” [Jordan Dozzi, Jacob Durrett, Craig Wiseman
  2. “Tailgate To Heaven” (feat. Chris Lane) [Kelly Archer, Will Bundy, Rodney Clawson]
  3. “Over Here” [Hillary Lindsey, Josh Miller, Jordan Schmidt]
  4. “Planes Don’t Wait” [Mark Holman, Brian Kelley, Jared Mullins, Ernest Keith Smith]
  5. “Get You” [Matt Dragstrem, Josh Thompson, Laura Veltz]
  6. “Slip” [Jessie Jo Dillon, Zach Kale, Jon Nite]
  7. “Talk of the Town” [Cary Barlowe, Matt Dragstrem, Josh Thompson]
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Shawn Austin’s brand new EP, ‘Planes Don’t Wait’ is out now.

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

To keep up with Shawn Austin, follow him on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter.

Planes Don’t Wait EP 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 Shawn Austin? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music

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Who is Shawn Austin? The singer-songwriter joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

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Shawn Austin // Photo by Chris Hornbuckle

Quick Facts:

Full Name – Shawn Austin

Birthday – January 13th

Hometown – Vancouver, Canada

Musical Influences – Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Stevie Ray Vaughan

 

The Beginning:

We are back again with our next installment from our Spotlight series. Today, we are urging you to take note of singer-songwriter, Shawn Austin. The talented Nashville transplant is as talented a vocalist, as he is, an overall artist. We enjoyed getting to know Austin and his story of becoming a signed country recording artist.

Shawn Austin grew up in Vancouver, Canada. “I grew up in a very musical house, but I was kind of that typical jock. Baseball was the focus for a long, long time,” began Austin. Despite being surrounded by music, the singer was all about sports. However, in high school, he began to shift his focus to another hobby, music.

In order to to take the jazz band and rock band classes offered at his high school, Austin picked up the guitar. “It was a really good opportunity to hone my craft and boost my GPA at the same time.” He added later, “It certainly set the foundation for me getting here today. Shortly after I got out of high school, I started playing restaurants and bars all over Vancouver and Whistler, anywhere I could play.”

With his baseball career sidelining him due to injuries, Austin became fixated on music throughout his time in college and thereafter. “I dove in with everything I had and thank god that happened.”

The Turning Point:

Since becoming a diehard music fan, Austin studied different genres of music in order to find his own unique sound as an artist. “I’ve always considered myself a mutt of music. […] There’s a lot of classic rock, a lot of country, a lot of pop, a lot of R&B,” shard the singer when asked about his musical influences.

“It’s been a great opportunity to explore all the different genres and pull influences from other genres, but country music was always going to be the foundation,” shared the singer. Adding later, “for whatever reason, the country sound, the country storytelling, the songwriting process of that always resonated with me the most.”

Continuing to develop his sound, Austin entered into a few musical competitions back in 2013. “It exposed me to so many great artists. We all got a chance to exchange stories and I kept hearing over and over again ‘you have to move to Nashville, you have to move to Nashville’,” began the singer.

“I made my first trip down [to Nashville] in 2015 and walked Music Row and did everything you’re not supposed to do, knocking on every door, getting a million ‘nos,'” shared the singer reflecting on his first time in Music City.

“I wouldn’t trade that now, because I think it gave me so much more appreciation for when things start to roll for you. It gave me a really great opportunity to explore Nashville as well.”

Today:

Flash forward to today, Austin is a signed Nashville recording artist. He inked his record deal with Big Loud/Dallas Smith joint venture, Local Hay back in 2021. Tomorrow, June 29th, the singer is dropping his brand new EP, Planes Don’t Wait.

The record has felt like 2.5 years in the making for Austin, who really credits the time spent during the pandemic for the creative process.  “Had we not had the downtime that the pandemic brought, we would not have gotten this more concise, true project to who I am now on these seven songs,” shared the singer “These songs reflect me as a person and me as an artist, and kind of where I am in life now.”

The seven-song project is slated to be some of the best work Austin has put out yet. One of the unreleased songs, “Somewhere in Austin,” is the singer’s current favorite on the project (although it changes). Written by Jordan Dozzi, Jacob Durrett, and Craig Wiseman, the song was a late addition that Austin just fell in love with. “It’s a special song that takes me back to that sound and that kind of vibe, but elevated.”

Austin also adds, “I also really have a really big soft spot for “Tailgate To Heaven” simply because it was so full circle to have Chris Lane on a track now.” As we wait for the record to be released, fans can expect more music and live shows on the horizon for the blossoming artist. He is definitely not going anywhere!

Connect:

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

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

Shawn Austin’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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Morgan Wallen’s Song “Wasted On You” is Number One

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Morgan Wallen continues his streak of number ones with his sixth song to top the country charts, “Wasted On You.”

Morgan Wallen is officially back on the top of the country charts once again! The singer-songwriter continues to break records with his sophomore record Dangerous: The Double Album. Today his latest single, “Wasted On You” is number one at country radio.

A clear standout on the record, “Wasted On You” became a fan-favorite rather quickly. The song is both innovative and relatable. Wallen’s signature traditional, yet modern sound permeates throughout the catchy single rather effortlessly. It is no surprise that the song is number one.

“Looks like I’m learnin’ the hard way again // It’s all my fault, yeah, I dropped the ball // You’re gone, and I’m gone three sheets to the wind // Thinkin’ ’bout all // I’ve wasted on you // All of this time and all of this money // All of these sorrys I don’t owe you honey”

There is truly no stopping Wallen! His career continues to catapult him to superstardom. It is just a matter of time before he wins entertainer of the year at one of the coveted country music awards. Congrats to Wallen and his team!

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

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

“Wasted On You” 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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Kip Moore Drops Brand New Song “Fire On Wheels”

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Kip Moore releases brand new song, “Fire On Wheels,” out now, June 24th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new track below.

Kip Moore has his song recipe down and it never disappoints. He can write songs that are unique, but still maintain the style and punch that he is famous for. “Fire On Wheels” immediately raises your energy level and gets your head bopping, ready to take on anything coming your way. It’s got the grit that comes from traditional country, but the modernization of a rock sound. The song is reminiscent of his 2015 “Wild Ones”, this time with an even greater urgency and metaphorical fire.

“‘Cause everybody knows when the sun goes down // There’s some bad mamajamas gonna lay it down on your town”

No matter where you live, you find the urge to get out and go somewhere new, and this song reflects the rebel energy of just wanting to take off as fast as you can, and never look back. It’s a great song for driving, anything you just need to push through, or that party song to raise the vibrations. It’s quite a different vibe than his current radio single, “Crazy One More Time”, re-released earlier in 2022.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture, and you can almost see the drums beating like a pulse pushing on to what’s next. Moore is able to capture the restlessness and the heartbeat in all of us, and the drive to keep moving. With the pent-up urge to travel now, this song speaks to the desire in us all.

 “I’m talkin’ Alabama, New Orleans to Mississippi // Chicago, where the girls are so Windy City pretty // Up to Maine, to the plains, to the Midwest fields // Out to California with some fire on wheels”

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Kip More releases his brand new song, “Fire On Wheels,” out now.

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

“Fire On Wheels” 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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Tyler Hubbard Follows Up Debut with New Song “35’s”

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Tyler Hubbard follows up his debut single with brand new song, “35’s,” out now, June 24th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the new track below.

On the heels of his radio debut with “5 foot 9,” Tyler Hubbard is back with his second new single. The seasoned singer-songwriter is proving that he has what it takes to make it as a solo artist in country music. The simply titled, “35’s” is Hubbard’s newest song.

Written by Hubbard with frequent collaborators, Jordan Schmidt and Michael Tyler, the new track is all about appreciating the moment. On the song, the singer reminds listeners to rejoice in the present. Sometimes, we all get too caught up in the daily grind of life.

“Sometimes I gotta slow down // Catch a roll down some red-rock road // Let it all sink in like these 35’s // Make some time to kill // Kick it back and chill // Do a little more livin’ than gettin’ by // Burn a couple lights // Shoot a couple cans // Take a look at life // I’m just sayin’ // Sometimes I gotta slow down // Catch a roll down some red-rock road // Let it all sink in like these 35’s”

According to Hubbard, “Sometimes it’s hard to break away from everything I’m trying to accomplish and really slow down and appreciate the moments that are right in front of me, and this song is a good reminder.” We definitely agree!

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Tyler Hubbard releases his new single, “35’s,” out now.

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

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

“35’s” 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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Peytan Porter: ‘In My Head’ – EP Review

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Peytan Porter releases new EP, In My Head, out now, June 24th on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new project below and check out our full review.

Country music is full of talented female singer-songwriters that deserve the spotlight. Peytan Porter is one of those talented artists. The songstress’ soulful-country sound is uniquely hers, as she crafts songs that fans flock to in droves. Today, Porter released her brand new EP, In My Head.

The seven-song project is all about embracing life and all its intricacies. “Growing up, Nashville was like a real-life Disney World to me and I pulled a lot of creative inspiration from ‘Alice In Wonderland’ for the project. For me, life just isn’t as black and white as we’d like it to be and I finally embraced that,” shared Porter. Adding later, “This project touches on the best and worst of all of those things and I’m so excited for people to go down the rabbit hole and see the wonderland that is IN MY HEAD.” 

The record kicks off with “Why We Broke Up.”A dreamy song that portrays how it feels to get back with the person you lost, Porter introduces the fairytale aspect to the EP right off the bat.

“But seein’ you tonight, all that comes to mind // Is kissin’ under stars on your hood, all the good times // And boy, you make me miss layin’ on your chest // Thinkin’ ’bout forever lookin’ into your blue eyes // I remember late nights and long talks, fallin’ in love // But seein’ you like this, I forget why we ever broke up”

The record continues with “Champagne Problems” and her debut single, “First Stone.” The former features the traditional country sound that Porter is a huge fan of. A true anthem for the every girl, “Champagne Problems” is a standout on the record. Similarly, “First Stone” is another story-telling song. The track conveys how the world would be a better place if we all were just a little nicer.

“If everybody lived in big glass houses // Where everyone could see all the secrets we own // There we’d sweep our own floors // Tidy up our own couches // Do ourselves a favor, leave the neighbor alone // We’d quit tryna be right // We’d be a little more nice // If everybody lived in big glass houses // Babe we’d all think twice ‘fore we threw the first stone”

Porter continues to share her heart on the next song, “You Go Girl.” Written by the songstress with Madison Kozak, and Jason Massey, the song is a melancholy anthem for any girl with a broken heart. It is one of the more tender moments on the riveting new project.

On the next track, “Therapy,” Porter hones in on what it’s really important: self-growth and working on yourself. The honesty she portrays throughout the song is so crucial and important. That honesty is a common thread throughout her entire record.

“Therapy // Takin’ back the time you took away from me // People always told me you were bad for me // Don’t get mad at me // While I take a little time to focus on my // Recovery // Do a little personal discovery // Of who I am now that you got a piece of me // So, baby, let me bе // I gotta get through a little therapy”

The second to last song is one of our favorites off the project, “Someone’s Love Song.” Porter’s stunning vocals are on full display, as she conveys the notion that love is for her. Finally on the last number the title track, fans get a taste of the sassy side to the singer. “In My Head” is the perfect conclusion to the cohesive project. Learn more about Peytan Porter and her journey to country music in our spotlight interview here.

In My Head EP Tracklist:

  1. “Why We Broke Up” (Peytan Porter, Smith Ahnquist, Sam Bergeson)
  2. “Champagne Problems” (Peytan Porter, Kenny Foster)
  3. “First Stone” (Peytan Porter, Billy Montana)
  4. “You Go Girl” (Peytan Porter, Madison Kozak, Jason Massey)
  5. “Therapy” (Peytan Porter, Mackenzie Carpenter, Micah Carpenter, Jonathan Hutcherson)
  6. “Someone’s Love Song” (Peytan Porter, Patrick Murphy, Lydia Vaughn)
  7. “In My Head” (Peytan Porter, Greg Bates, Kat Higgins)
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Peytan Porter’s new EP, ‘In My Head’ out now.

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

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

In My Head EP 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.

Madison Kozak Drops New Track “One Girl To Another”

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Madison Kozak’s new track, “One Girl To Another”  is out now, June 24th, on all streaming platforms. Listen to the brand new song below.

Following up last month’s heartbreaking country ballad “If We Were A Country Song” is the clever “One Girl To Another”. The song opens with a stunning piano arrangement before the lyrics and a finger-picking guitar comes in. Kozak sings that it’d be easy to hate her partner’s ex, because so many girls do – it’s natural – but, she’s actually grateful for her.

“From one girl to another // I owe it all to you // For saying you weren’t right for each other // And breaking his whole heart in two”

This concept is simple and sweet enough to make for a great country song, but the hook doesn’t stop there. “Cause when you said goodbye // He didn’t know // It’d be the last time that he’d ever go // From one girl to another.” It’s incredibly honest, and a unique way of exerting confidence in your relationship.

Kozak continues to be grateful for her new love’s ex. “Maybe it’s selfish of me // But I wouldn’t have been ready // To love him back then // So I’m thankful you did.” At this point in the song, the production truly grows, and has gorgeous harmonies and more soaring strings in the bridge. It’s a great song to listen to for the summer sonically, but it is also a pretty witty concept that will leave listeners intrigued.

Madison Kozak continues to release great song after great song, and it’s exciting to see what she will do next. She has a unique narrative and perspective when it comes to her songwriting, and her soulful voice elevates every story to a whole new level.

Madison Kozak's new song "One Girl To Another" is out now on all streaming platforms

Madison Kozak’s new song “One Girl To Another” is 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 Madison Kozak releases.

To keep up with Madison Kozak, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“One Girl To Another” 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.