Eric Church Releases New Song “Break It Kind Of Guy”

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Eric Church surprised fans with another brand new song, “Break It Kind Of Guy” from his forthcoming three-album project due out this April, ‘Heart & Soul’.

Earlier this year, superstar Eric Church revealed plans for an unprecedented new project. The singer-songwriter will be releasing a triple album, ‘Heart & Soul’ in April. Album #1 is entitled ‘Heart’, album #2 is ‘&’, and ‘Soul’ is the third record. Surprising fans once again before the project’s official release, Church debuted the final instant gratification track off the project, a song entitled “Break It Kind Of Guy.”

The new jam has Church written all over it! Co-written by Church with fellow songwriters Luke Dick and Casey Beathard, the song was born out of pure creativity. According to the singer, “Luke was talking about how refreshing it was and how creative he felt in that setting, and then he said ‘I’m so surprised you would do it this way because normally people are like ‘if it’s not broke’ – and when he said that, I went ‘you break it,” referring to Church’s goal of challenging himself to write and a record each song in just one day. “We’ve got three songwriters in the room so immediately it turned into ‘if it’s not broke, I’m a break it kind of guy.’ It was a neat thing for the song to be born in that moment.”

Eric Church's new song "Break It Kind Of Guy" is available now, March 26th

Eric Church’s new song “Break It Kind Of Guy” is available now, March 26th

“Hold up on rollin’ up the streets in this town // I got a bucket full of paint left and a match to burn it down // When it comes to raisin’ hell I’m ‘bout to take you all to school // Ain’t big on all your laws and don’t care about your rules // Yeah, I tell my eagle where to fly // If it’s not broke, I’m a break it kind of guy”

That anecdote is a perfect embodiment of what the song shares. In all ways, Church is not afraid to push the envelope and break molds. In fact, some may say that he is a risktaker and a rule-breaker, but we argue that he is a trendsetter and innovator.

Fans can anticipate more creativity and innovation from Church as we await his three-part record. Proving to be an artist for the fans, the middle project, ‘&’ will only be viable for the Church Choir fanbase. Visit ericchurch.com to join!

Eric Church set to release three albums, 'Heart', '&', 'Soul' this April 2021

Eric Church’s three-album project, ‘Heart’, ‘&’, ‘Soul’ due out this April 2021

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

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“Break It Kind Of Guy” 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.

Local Artists October Rose Release New Song “Moonshine”

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October Rose’s new song, “Moonshine” is available now, March 26th, on all streaming platforms. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

October Rose's "Moonshine" is available now, March 26th

October Rose’s “Moonshine” is available now, March 26th

Shining a light on local artists, dynamic duo, October Rose are just one of the many talented acts coming from the New York/New Jersey country scene. This week, the pair dropped their newest song, “Moonshine”. In this new release, October Rose add their signature ’80s inspired country sound and their enticing harmonies to the catchy tune.

Complete with all the ’80s flair fans want, October Rose delivers an upbeat, country number that makes you want to dance and fall in love all at once. According to the artists, “this song captures the strong feeling of meeting that someone special for the first time.” They sing about the feeling of just being hit by that feeling.

“Whooa, you hit me like moonshine // Mud-stuck stare getting drunk on you // Whoa, you set my heart on fire // I ain’t ever felt a flame so blue // Whoa, you hit me like moonshine // Uptown girl throwin’ down for you”

If you love ‘80s-inspired country tunes, a catchy melody, and relatable lyrics, then “Moonshine” is your song! October Rose knows their audience and continues to make songs that their fanbase will absolutely love and “Moonshine” is just another example of exactly that!

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

To keep up with October Rose, follow them on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

“Moonshine” 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.

Justin Moore Announces Next Album and Releases New Song

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Justin Moore announced his next album, Straight Outta The Country, due out April 23rd, and dropped a brand new song “She Ain’t Mine No More”. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

Multi-platinum selling country singer Justin Moore just announced an eight-track collection titled Straight Outta The Country. The announcement comes on the heels of its lead single, “We Didn’t Have Much” climbing into the top 30 on the country music charts. It is a good day for Moore fans!

Moore returned to the stage over the weekend, performing a sold-out show at Billy Bob’s Texas, and will continue to tour through the summer and the fall. His set is slated to include 90-minutes of a mix of new music and some of everyone’s favorite classic Justin Moore hits. Fans can find tickets for future tour dates at: justinmooremusic.com/tour.

We only hope he will include his newest release “She Ain’t Mine No More” in the setlist. The new song is straight-up traditional country music, just what we want from Moore. It’s a relatable break-up song that we all need to hear. Moore shows off both his vocals and his songwriting ability on this heartbreaker.

“She ain’t mine no more // Done got her moving on, moving for sure // It’s clear as day and here tonight // Like a letting go long-gone neon sign // She ain’t mine no more // She ain’t walking back through my door // She ain’t drinking my wine or kissing my lips // And that dress ain’t hitting the floor // she ain’t mine no more”

If “She Ain’t Mine No More” is any inclination of what we can expect from the new project, we are all in for a real treat. The singer-songwriter knows who his audience is and proves that he is all about the fans! Pre-order for the full project is available across all streaming platforms now.

Justin Moore's next album, 'Straight Outta The Country' is due out April 23rd

Justin Moore’s next album, ‘Straight Outta The Country’ is due out April 23rd

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

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

“She Ain’t Mine No More” 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.

CB30 Releases Piano Version of Olivia Rodrigo’s Viral Hit, “drivers license”

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CB30 released their breathtaking piano version of Olivia Rodrigo’s viral smash hit, “drivers license”. Listen to the mesmerizing cover here and take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the track.

CB30, the brother duo made up of Brody and Christian Clementi, have killer harmonies and a style that connects with fans across genres. With an incredible following on both TikTok and Instagram, the singers typically give fans exactly what they want. After sharing a clip of the two singing Olivia Rodrigo’s viral smash hit song, “drivers license,” it was evident that the pair had to record their own rendition. CB30’s version of “drivers license” is raw, intimate, and showcases their immense talent.

While the original version of “drivers license” is somber and heartbreaking, Brody and Christian’s rendition is powerful, intimate, and piano-driven. Older brother Christian leads on vocals while Brody joins at the chorus, providing killer harmonies. Additionally, Christian worked as the producer on the track, marking the first self-produced song the duo has released. If you were unsure of their talent before, CB30 proves with this song that they are not only talented vocalists, but incredible artists in their own right.

“And I know we weren’t perfect // But I’ve never felt this way for no one // And I just can’t imagine // How you could be so okay now that I’m gone // Guess you didn’t mean what you wrote in that song about me // ‘Cause you said forever, now I drive alone past your street”

The Nashville natives are clearly making Nashville and country music proud with this song! CB30’s rendition of “drivers license” is a song that I will have on my own personal playlists for a long time coming!

CB30's piano version cover of Olivia Rodrigo's "drivers license" is available now, March 26th

CB30’s piano version cover of Olivia Rodrigo’s “drivers license” is available now, March 26th

Fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about future CB30 releases.

To keep up with CB30, follow them on  Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

CB30’s “drivers license” cover 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.

Who Is Nate Barnes? The Story Behind His Journey to Country Music

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Who is Nate Barnes? The Quartz Hill Records newcomer, whose debut single “You Ain’t Pretty” is currently climbing the charts, joined us to chat about his journey to country music. Get to know the rising star here…

Nate Barnes, Quartz Hill Records

Nate Barnes, Photo Credit: Justin Mayotte

For our latest Swag Spotlight artist, it was a total “God moment,” as he says that landed him a career in country music. Nate Barnes is a talented new artist, who has a knack for story-telling and an incredible voice to match.

Despite growing up in South Haven, Michigan, home of power plants and blueberry farms, Barnes always had a desire to be a musician. “My heart was set on music since I was a little kid because of my grandad,” he begins to tell us, “He instilled this dream in me by telling his stories and talking about musicians […] I knew I wanted to be a storyteller. I knew I wanted to tell the truth. I knew I wanted to inspire people through music.”

Although Barnes knew he wanted to be a musician, he did not exactly know his path. As a child, he played drums in numerous bands, only discovering his voice when he reached his teenage years. Barnes shared that he played in all different types of bands, showcasing his wide variety of musical influences. “I grew up with all sorts of music. I just had such an amazing family that loved all music,” he shared, adding later that country music was not the only genre in his household. “One of the main things we listened to was Motown, it was blues, just anything you could think of, I grew up listening to.” Barnes also shared a love for artists like Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin.

The singer credits the deepening of his love for country music though, to his friend and mentor Dennis Hartman, who reintroduced him to country music at 21 years old. “He reintroduced country music in a way that I never heard before and I knew at that moment, I wanted to be a part of country music,” shared Barnes, “It spoke the truth in a way that I’ve been wanting. It felt like home, and I knew I had to be a part of it somehow.”

Continuing to gig whenever he could, Barnes settled into life in Michigan, working a full-time job unrelated to music. It was not until a trip to Tennessee that his life would flip on a dime. By happenstance, the singer met hit songwriter Jason Sellers, who after some introductions to people in Nashville convinced Barnes to take the risk and move out to Music City.

Flash forward to today, the entertainer is a bonafide artist. His debut single “You Ain’t Pretty” impacted country radio just a little over a month ago, as the most added debut song by an artist. Blowing up on radio and on social media, it is clear that Barnes is building a fanbase that will continue to support him. Calling the song, “The right song at the right time that men needed to say and women needed to hear. That all people need to hear,” it is clear that Barnes has an ear for music.

The singer wrote the song with Jason Sellers and Jimmy Yeary. Crediting Yeary for the inspiration, it was the three of them that really took the song to the place it is now. Their goal was to create a song to remind people that they are wonderful just the way they are. “

“So after we got done writing it, it was just this thing, like this is such an amazing thing to say to people and to myself, I needed to hear it [too],” explained Barnes.

As “You Ain’t Pretty” continues to gain traction on the charts, fans can look forward to more new music coming from Barnes sometime this year. The singer is ready for this journey and looking forward to sharing his passion and talent with the world.

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

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

Nate Barnes’ music 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.

Brett Young Lands #1 Song At Country Radio with “Lady”

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Brett Young lands the number one song at country radio this week with “Lady,” inspired by his wife Taylor Mills and daughter, Presley. The news comes just days after the singer revealed that their family is expecting baby girl number two, due this summer.

It has been a huge week for country crooner, Brett Young. Not only did Young celebrate his 40th birthday, but he also revealed the gender of his second baby on The Kelly Clarkson Show. On the heels of the news that he and Mills are having their second daughter, the singer also scored his 7th number one single with his song “Lady.” Follow us on Instagram for clips from each of Young’s hits live from New York City back in February 2020.

Serendipitous as can be, it could not be any sweeter for the Young family. Just as his last number one hit, “Catch” was inspired by his life experiences, “Lady” was as well. The song was written for his wife and his daughter. Inspired by fatherhood and seeing his wife as a mother for the first time, “Lady” is one of Young’s most emotive and heartwarming songs to date. It’s obvious why the song connects with so many country music fans.

We first heard the beautiful song back in February 2020 during Young’s sold-out New York City show. Check out the video below of its first live performance before the track was officially released…

“I hope you look just like your momma // And love her like I do // You’ll see close to perfect patience / If you watch her every move // You can always run to daddy // You’ll always be my baby, // but, Look at her, baby girl // And you’ll learn // How to be a lady”

It is even more exciting that the singer will now be able to share this song with his new baby, due this summer. In the five years Young has been in the mainstream country music scene, he has scored hit songs with six out of his seven singles, as well as, garnered a dedicated fanbase across the world.

Congrats to Brett and his team!

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

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

“Lady” 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.

Taylor Swift Drops Unreleased “You All Over Me” Ft. Maren Morris

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Ahead of Taylor Swift’s new version of Fearless, due out April 9th, Swift is opening up the vault, sharing the previously unreleased track, “You All Over Me” featuring Maren Morris. Take a look below as we dig a little deeper into the new music.

Starting out with an acoustic guitar and harmonica, “You All Over Me” takes us back to 2008 country Taylor. Written by Swift and Scooter Carusos, the track focuses on the struggles of moving on after a breakup. Maren Morris joins in on the first chorus and continues throughout the ballad. The two of them together are the perfect blend as they complement each other perfectly on the harmonies.

“I lived, and I learned // Had you, got burned // Held out, and held on // God knows, too long // And wasted time, lost tears // Swore that I’d get out of here // But no amount of freedom gets you clean // I’ve still got you all over me”

The singer-songwriter shared on social media how excited she is to share the songs from the vault with her fans, “One thing I’ve been loving about these From The Vault songs is that they’ve never been heard, so I can experiment, play, and even include some of my favorite artists. I’m really excited to have Maren Morris singing background vocals on this song!”

Taylor Swift's "You All Ove Me" featuring Maren Morris is available now, March 26th

Taylor Swift’s “You All Ove Me” featuring Maren Morris is available now, March 26th

After the acquisition of her masters by Scooter Braun, Swift announced in 2019 that she was planning to re-record her first six albums revealing earlier this year that Fearless would be up first. The album was first released in 2008 and earned the Pennsylvania native the honor of the most awarded album in country music history.

Fearless (Taylor’s Version) will feature five other songs from the vault and we can’t wait to hear them on April 9th. Be sure to check back here for the full album review.

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

To keep up with Taylor Swift, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“You All Over 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

To keep up with Jennifer Smestad, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

“Can’t Have Mine” is now available everywhere you buy or stream music. Take a listen below and check out more new recently released music here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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

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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY – 3/26/21

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

Take a listen to all of these tracks and more here on our ‘New Country Music’ playlist. Be sure to give the playlist a follow for your weekly new country music fix.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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