New York’s Country 94.7’s, Kelly Ford wins Gracie Award for Best Morning Drive Major Market Host. Learn more about her win below.
Kelly Ford of New York’s Country 94.7
Congratulations are in order for our friend, Kelly Ford on an incredible accomplishment! The seasoned radio host was officially recognized for her talent yet again, winning her newest Gracie Award for Best Morning Drive Major Market Host.
Currently, Ford hosts her popular Kelly Ford in The Morning Show, Monday through Friday from 6-10AM EST. The show airs on Audacy “New York’s Country 94.7” WNSH New York.
Ford humbly shared her excitement on her socials earlier this week. “I won a #Gracie for Best Morning Drive Major Market Host! I’m so honored to even be recognized alongside these AMAZING women at tonight’s @allwomeminmedia’s 46th Annual Gracie Awards.”
All Gracie Awards winners were announced virtually Tuesday, October 5th via Facebook. Congrats to Ford and the other deserving winners!
Most recently Country Swag partnered with Kelly Ford and the New York’s Country 94.7’s team to honor the much-deserving teachers. Purchase a ‘FANCY LIKE Back-to-School’ tee and get exclusive access to Kelly Ford’s Teachers Lounge Virtual Show with Walker Hayes hosted by Country Swag happening on Thursday, October 21st at 6PM ET.
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Morgan Wallen surprised fans on stage during Eric Church’s sold out show at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Saturday, October 9th. Watch a clip of the special performance below.
Wallen and Church performed several tracks together including “Sand In My Boots”, “Somebody’s Problem”, and “Silverado For Sale” from Wallen’s most recent project, Dangerous: The Double Album. The two also played Church’s “Record Year” and “Homeboy”.
The sold out show was part of Eric Church’s 2021/22 The Gather Again Tour which kicked off in September. The tour runs through May 2022 and Church has promised for plenty of surprises along the way.
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Chase Rice’s new song “If I Were Rock & Roll,” is out today, October 8th, on all streaming platforms. Learn more about the brand new track below.
Just a few months after his single with Florida Georgia Line, “Drinkin’ Beer. Talkin’ God. Amen,” hit the number one spot on the charts, Chase Rice is ready to give fans a new side of his artistry. Today, the singer-songwriter released a brand new, reflective song called “If I Were Rock & Roll.”
The new song is all about vulnerability and authenticity. The singer steps away from his full-production sound in favor of country music storytelling. “If I Were Rock & Roll” is a song full of relational regret and “should ofs.” Furthermore, the song marks the first time Rice has recorded a song that he has written completely independently.
“If I were rock & roll // I’d be a middle finger in your face // If I were a lost soul // I’d be in church more than just Sundays // and if for some reason // I was Jesus // I’d have a lot of forgiving to do // And if I weren’t a fool // Girl, I’d still be with you”
Rice’s new release is a changing of the tides for the singer in some regards. It will be interesting to see if his next chapter of his artistry continues to evolve in the same direction!
Chase Rice’s new song, “If I Were Rock & Roll” is out now, October 8th
Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news and announcements about future Chase Rice releases.
“If I Were Rock & Roll” 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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Conner Smith’s new song “I Hate Alabama” is out today, October 8th, on all streaming platforms. Learn more about the brand new track below.
We do not say this lightly, but Conner Smith is one of the artists we are most excited about lately. In just a few months, he has made us a true believer in his artistry. He has blown us away with each of his previous releases, including his debut singles and most recently, “Take It Slow.” Today, the singer-songwriter released his viral, fan-favorite song “I Hate Alabama.”
The slow-burn begins as the ultimate disdain towards Alabama Crimson Red Football team, but after one listen, fans will know that it is definitely not just that. Smith pours his heart out, sharing that the reason he truly hates Alabama is because he got his heart broken. Even Alabama-natives can understand that!
“They get us every season // I wish I could say that’s the only reason // that I hate Alabama // I hate Crimson Red // And I hate how they yell ‘roll tide’ when I got a Braves hat on my head // and I love Lynyrd Skynyrd, but lord I hate sweet home // ‘Cause when I hear it all I see // is a girl with houndstooth on // in the stands of Tuscaloosa”
The song conveys true-artistry in every way. Smith proves with each and every release that he is the real deal. Fans of both traditional and modern-day country music are sure to flock to the singer-songwriter in droves! For more from Smith, check our exclusive interview and performance with the singer-songwriter live from New York City in the video below.
Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news and announcements about future Conner Smith releases.
“I Hate Alabama” 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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Randy Rogers Band released a brand new single “Picture Frames”, out today October 8th, on all streaming platforms. Learn more about the brand new track below.
After two decades in the country music industry, Randy Rogers Band have solidified their staying power in the genre. With their new single, “Picture Frames,” out today, the band takes it back to their roots, collaborating with their original producer, Radney Foster yet again on this new jam.
The new song is reflective, joyful, and all love. “Picture Frames” portrays Randy Rogers Band’s journey over the last twenty years. According to a recent press release, “they capture the portrait of a lifetime in love.” The song serves as an ode to the band’s stellar catalog of music, as well as, their future.
“Remember that summer out in New Orleans // We’d only known each other for a couple of weeks // We watched the sunrise on Bourbon Street // With hurricanes in our hands // There’s something sweet about a morning buzz // Dancing with the possibility of love”
“Picture Frames” conveys romance in a way that feels both comforting and nostalgic. Randy Rogers Band knocks it out of the park with this stellar homecoming single! Fans will certainly enjoy this new tune.
Randy Rogers Band release brand new song “Picture Frames” 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 Randy Rogers Band releases.
“Picture Frames” is available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released tunes on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.
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Chris Lane & Scotty McCreery collaborate on new HIXTAPE song “Small Town On It,” out today, October 8th, on all streaming platforms. Learn more about the brand new track below.
As promised, the mastermind behind ‘HIXTAPE,’ HARDY, and his incredible team of musicians are pumping out release after release. Today’s star-studded collaboration combined the likes of Chris Lane and Scotty McCreery. The twosome released the next single off of the upcoming record, a song titled “Small Town On It.”
The brand new track is as country as country gets. Lane brings some edge to the track, while McCreery keeps the song grounded in country roots. The unexpected pairing works perfectly. Each singer takes a turn singing a verse, while the two collab on the the jam-worthy chorus.
“A little rust on the fender // A little dirt on them boots //A little moon on the river // A little rain on the roof // My Friday nights, my nowhere drives // My rowdy side, just got one life // Hey ask me how I want it // And I’ll say I’ll take a little small town on it”
While volume one of HIXTAPE featured HARDY collaborating with guest artists on each and every song, the new installment of the project showcases the singer-songwriter sharing the spotlight with dozens of other artists teaming up on each individual track. “Small Town On It” is a song that was definitely made for this project, and it might be our favorite so far!
Chris Lane and Scotty McCreery collaborate on new HIXTAPE song “Small Town On It,” 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 Chris Lane & Scotty McCreery releases.
“Small Town On It” 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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Willie Jones’ new song “Get Low, Get High” is out today, October 8th, on all streaming platforms. Learn more about the brand new track below.
We love an artist who is unapologetically themselves. Willie Jones fits that bill perfectly. With his last release, “Down By The Riverside,” fans got to see his talent in blurring genre lines to create musical magic. Today, Jones drops his brand new song “Get Low, Get High,” that is an anthem in its own right.
Jones creates art through a musical medium. His sound is fun, heartfelt, and joyous, something we can all use a little more of in today’s climate. “Get Low, Get High” kicks off with a slow groove that eventually crescendos into a full-blown jam. The song is all about appreciating the good and the bad times in life. Laced with soul throughout, the song is a lesson to all of us.
“You gotta get low, so you can get high // You gotta scrub the ground if you wanna touch the sky // Singin’ la da da da, you need the rain before the sunshine to get by // You gotta get down, so you can get up // All you really need is a little bit of love // So lean your seat back, buckle up, it’s a long ride // You gotta get low, so you can get high”
Jones is an artist that will captivate you right away. His country-infused, hip-hop sound is fresh, innovative, and memorable. We are excited to see how his career continues to grow.
Willie Jone’s new song “Get Low, Get High” 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 Willie Jones releases.
“Get Low, Get High” 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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Cody Johnson’s brand new album, Human The Double Albumis out now, October 8th on all streaming platforms. Check out the details and listen to the brand new music below.
The highly-ancitipated sophomore major-label release from Cody Johnson is officially here. The album features 18 perfectly crafted songs by Johnson and his collaborators. The beloved country artist is as true-blue country as they come, and Human The Double Album proves it.
From songs about blue-collar living to heartbreak, and everything in between, Johnson delivers a one-of-a-kind masterpiece with this incredible new project. It is fair to say that Johnson is keeping the cowboy hat in country music. Check out the track list and listen to the full-length record below.
Human The Double Album Track List Part 1
“Human” – Tony Lane, Travis Meadows
“Honky Tonk Hardwood Floors” – Carson Chamberlain, Wyatt McCubbin, Michael White
“Sad Songs and Waltzes” – Willie Nelson
“’Til You Can’t” – Matt Rogers, Ben Stennis
“God Bless the Boy (Cori’s Song)” – Barrett Baber, Terri Jo Box, Scott Sean White
“Known for Loving You” – Cody Johnson, Ben Hayslip, Trent Willmon
“Driveway” – Lindsay Rimes, Matt Rogers
“Son of a Ramblin’ Man” – Vince Gill
“I Always Wanted To” – Tom Douglas, Allen Shamblin, Jordyn Shellhart
Human The Double Album Track List Part 2
“I Don’t Know a Thing About Love” – Harlan Howard
“Longer Than She Did” – Eric Paslay, Paul Sikes, Matt Stell
“Made a Home” – Cody Johnson, Jesse Raub, Scott Sean White
“Let’s Build a Fire” – Chris Janson, Mitch Oglesby
“When It Comes to You” – Jeremy Bussey, Tony Lane
“Treasure” – Matt Rogers
“Stronger” – Jared Elledge, Dustin Miller, Trent Willmon
“Cowboy Scale of 1 to 10” – Cody Johnson, David Frasier, Trent Willmon
“By Your Grace” – Cody Johnson
Cody Johnson’s new record ‘Human The Double Album’ 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 Cody Johnson releases.
Human The Double Album 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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Old Dominion’s new album, ‘Time, Tequila, and Therapy’ is out now, October 8th, on all streaming platforms. Featuring thirteen new tracks co-written and co-produced by the band, listen to the full project below and check out our review.
Since forming in 2007, Old Dominion has become one of country music’s biggest success stories. Today, the quintet released their fourth studio album, Time, Tequila, and Therapy, coming nearly two years since the release of their self-titled album, which featured hits such as “Make It Sweet” and “One Man Band.”
Produced by Shane McAnally and Old Dominion, Time, Tequila, and Therapy features thirteen new tracks, all co-written by the band with help from longtime collaborators, McAnally and Josh Osborne. The LP continues to show Old Dominion doing what they do best: writing and releasing catchy and harmonic country music.
Unlike many of their country contemporaries, Old Dominion has managed to find a sound that’s distinctively their own. From the opening notes to the toe-tapping choruses to the breezy instrumentation, there’s no doubting an Old Dominion song when you hear one, and this is apparent throughout this album. From “I Was On a Boat That Day” to “Blue Jeans” to “All I Know About Girls,” Time, Tequila, and Therapy is Old Dominion through and through.
Opening with “Why Are You Still Here?,” lead singer Matthew Ramsey finds himself pondering about a lost love on the breezy intro track. In the opener, the girl is gone but still haunting every aspect of someone’s life, as they muse, “If I lost you, then why are you still here?”
As songwriters before they were artists, all five members of Old Dominion contributed to each track on this album. This is apparent on the clever wordplay that weaves itself through every song on the LP. Two of the finest examples here are “All I Know About Girls,” “No Hard Feelings,” and “Ain’t Nothing Wrong with Love,” where interesting lyrical twists make them stand out. On “All I Know About Girls,” the band muses about how little they know about the opposite sex. “I’m a jack of all trades, and a master of none,” Rosen sings, before making his way to the lyrical plot twist. “All I know about girls is // I don’t know nothing at all.”
Meanwhile, “Ain’t Nothing Wrong with Love,” the album’s final track, finds the band musing about all of the reasons love hasn’t worked out for them. “Daddy had Mama // Johnny has June // Even that dish ran away with the spoon,” they sing. “So if there ain’t nothing wrong with love // Then it must be me.” Additionally, on “No Hard Feelings,” we discover the LP’s title, as the song opens with “I took a little time, tequila and therapy // And threw it in a blender with ice.”
Other highlights of the album are “Hawaii,” “Blue Jeans” and “Lonely Side of Town,” which couldn’t be more different from each other, yet all work oh-so-well. “Lonely Side of Town” shows the band trading vocals with the legendary Gladys Knight. On the soulful and bluesy ballad, Knight provides an absolutely unexpected, but delightful, treat, harmonizing perfectly with the band in a way that’s absolutely magical.
“Blue Jeans” is a catchy, snappy up-tempo that sounds musically similar to the George Michael classic “Faith,” and celebrates the moment you meet your perfect match. “I feel you like music // Pray for you like rain // Wait for you like Christmas // Count on you like change // I lost you like car keys // Then found you like faith,”They sing here. “You trip me like shoe strings // You fit me like blue jeans.” Meanwhile, “Hawaii” provides an aural vacation, which finds the band longing for the simpler days of a trip to the islands. “I wonder // why we // ever left Hawaii.”
The thing that makes Old Dominion great is that they are unapologetically themselves in all of their music. With a distinct sound that includes clever lyrics, snappy musicianship, and 5-part harmonies, everything Old Dominion does best is evident on Time, Tequila, and Therapy.
Old Dominion’s Time, Tequila & Therapy Tracklist
Why Are You Still Here
Hawaii
Walk On Whiskey
All I Know About Girls
Blue Jeans
No Hard Feelings
Lonely Side of Town (feat. Gladys Knight)
I Was On A Boat That Day
Drinking My Feelings
Somethings The Same About You
I Want To Live In A House With You
Don’t Forget Me
Ain’t Nothing Wrong With Love
OUR PICKS:
Blue Jeans
Ain’t Nothing Wrong with Love
Lonely Side of Town
Old Dominion’s new album, ‘Time, Tequila & Therapy’ is out now, October 8th
Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about upcoming Old Dominion announcements and releases.
Time, Tequila & Therapy 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.
James Barker Band collaborates with Dierks Bentley on “New Old Trucks” out today, October 8th, on all streaming platforms. Learn more about the brand new track below.
Back in May, Platinum-selling Canadian group, James Barker Band landed their deal with Sony Music Nashville/Villa 40. The foursome have become ones to look out for here in the American country music landscape. Clearly artists and fans alike have taken notice. Today, the group released a new song with Dierks Bentley called “New Old Trucks.”
The collaboration between the band and Bentley flows effortlessly. Their seamless transition from one voice to another is both enticing and alluring. “New Old Trucks” is a song that screams nostalgia. There is nothing like singing about a truck that has been with you through it all.
“Never gonna find a new one like this // ‘Cause’ they ain’t making new old trucks // Can’t fake the fade or the rocker panel rust // Dent from a fence post I didn’t see coming // Scratch on the hood from her Levi buttons // Daddy hadda pull the first 100K // I drove the rest, wouldn’t sell or trade // That amount of miles or memories for a 1000 bucks because they ain’t making new old trucks”
The jam is one of those songs we are all going to relate to because of our own experience with irreplaceable and sentimental items in our lives. The clever wordplay that JBB and Bentley weave throughout the song is another layer that makes it special. Congrats to them on a great collab!
James Barker Band collaborates with Dierks Bentley on brand new song “New Old Trucks,” out today.
Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news and announcements about future James Barker Band and Dierks Bentley releases.
“New Old Trucks” 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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