Luke Combs’ “Lovin’ On You” Tops Charts for 4th Consecutive Week

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Luke Combs’ “Lovin’ On You” tops the charts for the 4th consecutive week, plus the singer-songwriter has released an acoustic video of “Without You”, the first of his new Weekly Series.

Luke Combs Lovin' On You Number One

Photo via Luke Combs on Facebook

Luke Combs is a bonafide superstar! I don’t know how many different ways we can say it. 2020 Country music fans really hit the jackpot with Combs. He is humble, down to earth, and an incredible singer-songwriter. It is obvious why fans, or more commonly referred to as “The Bootleggers”, flock to him by the thousands.

Currently, Luke Combs’ single “Lovin’ on You” is holding down the top spot on the charts for four consecutive weeks. This extends the entertainer’s record-breaking streak of top singles, marking his ninth consecutive hit! Combs also recently won top honors for Album of the Year and Male Artist of the Year at the 2020 ACM Awards, and the deluxe edition of his album will be out next month.

Possibly even more exciting, Combs also released his first video in his new weekly series that he announced just a couple of days ago! Combs performed “Without You” acoustically via Facebook. Of course, in our minds, the song is already a hit, but there is something even more delightful about the stripped-down version. You can watch the performance below.

Combs will be performing his next acoustic single this Monday at 7PM ET on Facebook. Additionally, until the deluxe album is released on October 23rd, fans can expect a new stripped-down song every Monday. Make sure you mark your calendars to be one of the first to hear a new song from the upcoming record! As always, he truly goes above and beyond for his fans and for the betterment of country music. Such a class act!

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

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Here Are The 2020 Billboard Music Awards Nominations

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Here are the 2020 Billboard Music Awards Nominations announced earlier today, Tuesday (Sept. 22) by Dick Clark Productions and NBC.

2020 Billboard Music Awards Nominations

Nominees and winners for the awards show are chosen based on sales, streaming, radio airplay, touring, and social engagement throughout the charting period of March 23rd, 2019 through March 14th, 2019. Additionally, three fan-voted categories are included in this year’s show – Billboard Chart Achievement Award, Top Social Artist Award, and Top Collaboration Award.

Kelly Clarkson returns to host the 2020 Billboard Music Awards for the third consecutive year. The show will air live from The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 14th, 2020 at 8PM ET on NBC. The special night was originally scheduled for April 29, 2020, but was postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

2020 Billboard Music Awards Nominations

The country music genre is very well represented in this year’s nominations. Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, and Maren Morris lead with four nominations each, while Thomas Rhett, Kane Brown, and more rack up multiple nominations. Representing in all-genre awards, Luke Combs claims his spot in the fan-voted Billboard Chart Achievement Award category. Blake Shelton earns a spot in the all-genre Top Selling Song Award category for his hit single, “God’s Country” and Dan + Shay are up for all-genre Top Duo/Group.

Billy Ray Cyrus earns multiple nominations for his feature on Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road”, the viral hit that put the term “trap-country” on the map and proved the power of Tik-Tok. The song earned the pair five total nominations including Top Collaboration (Fan-Voted), Top Rap Song, Top Hot 100 Song, Top Streaming Song, and Top Selling Song.

Along with the song’s nominations, Lil Nas X earns a total of 13 nominations including Top New Artist, Top Male Artist, Billboard Chart Achievement Award (Fan-Voted), Top 100 Artist, Top Streaming Songs Artist, Top Song Sales Artist, Top Rap Artist, and Top Rap Male Artist.

No word on performances yet, but fans can join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about the upcoming awards. Be sure to follow along on Twitter as we live-tweet the show, @NYCountrySwag.

Check out the full list of 2020 Billboard Music Awards Nominations below.

ARTIST AWARDS —

Top Artist:
Billie Eilish
Jonas Brothers
Khalid
Post Malone
Taylor Swift

Top New Artist:
DaBaby
Billie Eilish
Lil Nas X
Lizzo
Roddy Ricch

Billboard Chart Achievement Award (Fan-Voted):
Mariah Carey
Luke Combs
Lil Nas X
Harry Styles
Taylor Swift

Top Male Artist:
DaBaby
Khalid
Lil Nas X
Post Malone
Ed Sheeran

Top Female Artist:
Billie Eilish
Ariana Grande
Halsey
Lizzo
Taylor Swift

Top Duo/Group:
BTS
Dan + Shay
Jonas Brothers
Maroon 5
Panic! At The Disco 

Top Billboard 200 Artist:
Drake
Billie Eilish
Khalid
Post Malone
Taylor Swift

Top Hot 100 Artist:
DaBaby
Billie Eilish
Khalid
Lil Nas X
Post Malone

Top Streaming Songs Artist:
DaBaby
Billie Eilish
Lil Nas X
Post Malone
Travis Scott

Top Song Sales Artist:
Billie Eilish
Lil Nas X
Lizzo
Post Malone
Taylor Swift

Top Radio Songs Artist:
Jonas Brothers
Khalid
Lizzo
Shawn Mendes
Post Malone

Top Social Artist (Fan-Voted):
BTS
Billie Eilish
EXO
GOT7
Ariana Grande

Top Touring Artist:
Elton John
Metallica
P!nk
The Rolling Stones
Ed Sheeran

Top R&B Artist:
Chris Brown
Khalid
Lizzo
Summer Walker
The Weeknd

Top R&B Male Artist:
Chris Brown
Khalid
The Weeknd 

Top R&B Female Artist:
Beyoncé
Lizzo
Summer Walker

Top R&B Tour:
B2K
Janet Jackson
Khalid 

Top Rap Artist:
DaBaby
Juice WRLD
Lil Nas X
Post Malone
Roddy Ricch

Top Rap Male Artist:
DaBaby
Lil Nas X
Post Malone

Top Rap Female Artist:
Cardi B
City Girls
Megan Thee Stallion 

Top Rap Tour:
Drake
Post Malone
Travis Scott

Top Country Artist:
Kane Brown
Luke Combs
Dan + Shay
Maren Morris
Thomas Rhett

Top Country Male Artist:
Kane Brown
Luke Combs
Thomas Rhett 

Top Country Female Artist:
Maren Morris
Kacey Musgraves
Carrie Underwood

Top Country Duo/Group:
Dan + Shay
Florida Georgia Line
Old Dominion

Top Country Tour:
Eric Church
Florida Georgia Line
George Strait

Top Rock Artist:
Imagine Dragons
Panic! At The Disco
Tame Impala
Tool
twenty one pilots

Top Rock Tour:
Elton John
Metallica
The Rolling Stones

Top Latin Artist:
Anuel AA
Bad Bunny
J Balvin
Ozuna
Romeo Santos

Top Dance/Electronic Artist:
Avicii
The Chainsmokers
DJ Snake
Illenium
Marshmello

Top Christian Artist:
Lauren Daigle
Elevation Worship
For King & Country
Hillsong United
Kanye West

Top Gospel Artist:
Kirk Franklin
Koryn Hawthorne
Tasha Cobbs Leonard
Sunday Service Choir
Kanye West

 

ALBUM AWARDS —

 

Top Billboard 200 Album:
Billie Eilish “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?”
Ariana Grande “Thank U, Next”
Khalid “Free Spirit”
Post Malone “Hollywood’s Bleeding”
Taylor Swift “Lover”

Top Soundtrack:
“Aladdin”
“Descendants 3”
“Frozen II”
“K-12” by Melanie Martinez
“The Dirt” by Mötley Crüe

Top R&B Album:
Beyoncé “Homecoming: The Live Album”
Justin Bieber “Changes”
Chris Brown “Indigo”
Khalid “Free Spirit”
Summer Walker “Over It”

Top Rap Album:
DaBaby “Kirk”
Juice WRLD “Death Race For Love”
Post Malone “Hollywood’s Bleeding”
Roddy Ricch “Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial”
Young Thug “So Much Fun”

Top Country Album:
Kane Brown “Experiment”
Luke Combs “What You See Is What You Get”
Maren Morris “Girl”
Thomas Rhett “Center Point Road”
Morgan Wallen “If I Know Me”

Top Rock Album:
The Lumineers “III”
Slipknot “We Are Not Your Kind”
Tame Impala “The Slow Rush”
Tool “Fear Inoculum”
Vampire Weekend “Father of the Bride”

Top Latin Album:
J Balvin & Bad Bunny “Oasis”
Farruko “Gangalee”
Maluma “11:11”
Romeo Santos “Utopía”
Sech “Sueños”

Top Dance/Electronic Album:
Avicii “Tim”
The Chainsmokers “World War Joy”
Illenium “Ascend”
Marshmello “Marshmello: Fortnite Extended Set”
Alan Walker “Different World”

Top Christian Album:
Bethel Music “Victory: Recorded Live”
Casting Crowns “Only Jesus”
Hillsong United “People”
Skillet “Victorious”
Kanye West “Jesus is King”

Top Gospel Album
Kirk Franklin “Long Live Love”
Donald Lawrence & The Tri-City Singers “Goshen”
William McDowell “The Cry: A Live Worship Experience”
Sunday Service Choir “Jesus Is Born”
Kanye West “Jesus is King”

SONG AWARDS —


Top Hot 100 Song:
Lewis Capaldi “Someone You Loved”
Billie Eilish “bad guy”
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus “Old Town Road”
Lizzo “Truth Hurts”
Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello “Señorita”

Top Streaming Song:
Chris Brown ft. Drake “No Guidance”
Billie Eilish “bad guy”
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus “Old Town Road”
Lil Tecca “Ran$om”
Post Malone & Swae Lee “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)”

Top Selling Song:
Lewis Capaldi “Someone You Loved”
Billie Eilish “bad guy”
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus “Old Town Road”
Lizzo “Truth Hurts”
Blake Shelton “God’s Country”

Top Radio Song:
Lewis Capaldi “Someone You Loved”
Jonas Brothers “Sucker”
Khalid “Talk”
Lizzo “Truth Hurts”
Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber “I Don’t Care”

Top Collaboration (Fan-Voted):
Chris Brown ft. Drake “No Guidance”
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus “Old Town Road”
Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello “Señorita”
Post Malone & Swae Lee “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)”
Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber “I Don’t Care”

Top R&B Song:
Chris Brown ft. Drake “No Guidance”
Doja Cat & Tyga “Juicy”
Khalid “Talk”
Lizzo “Good As Hell”
The Weeknd “Heartless”

Top Rap Song:
Lil Nas X ft. Billy Ray Cyrus “Old Town Road”
Lil Tecca “Ran$om”
Lizzo “Truth Hurts”
Post Malone & Swae Lee “Sunflower (Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse)”
Post Malone “Wow.”

Top Country Song:
Dan + Shay with Justin Bieber “10,000 Hours”
Maren Morris “The Bones”
Old Dominion “One Man Band”
Blake Shelton “God’s Country”
Morgan Wallen “Whiskey Glasses”

Top Rock Song:
Imagine Dragons “Bad Liar”
Machine Gun Kelly x Yungblud x Travis Barker “I Think I’m Okay”
Panic! At The Disco “Hey Look Ma, I Made It”
Twenty One Pilots “Chlorine”
Twenty One Pilots “The Hype”

Top Latin Song:
Anuel AA, Daddy Yankee, Karol G, Ozuna & J Balvin “China”
Bad Bunny & Tainy “Callaita”
Daddy Yankee ft. Snow “Con Calma”
Jhay Cortez, J Balvin, & Bad Bunny “No Me Conoce”
Sech ft. Darell, Nicky Jam, Ozuna, Anuel AA “Otro Trago”

Top Dance/Electronic Song:
Black Eyed Peas x J Balvin “Ritmo (Bad Boys For Life)”
Ellie Goulding x Diplo ft. Swae Lee “Close To Me”
Illenium & Jon Bellion “Good Things Fall Apart”
Kygo x Whitney Houston “Higher Love”
Marshmello ft. Chvrches “Here With Me”

Top Christian Song:
Bethel Music, Jonathan David Helser & Melissa Helser “Raise A Hallelujah”
Casting Crowns ft. Matthew West “Nobody”
Lauren Daigle “Rescue”
For King & Country “God Only Knows”
Kanye West “Follow God”

Top Gospel Song:
Kirk Franklin “Love Theory”
Kanye West “Closed on Sunday”
Kanye West “Follow God”
Kanye West “On God”
Kanye West “Selah”

 

 

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Colbie Caillat Featured on ‘Becoming’, New Disney+ Series

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Colbie Caillat Becoming

Streaming now on Disney+, ‘Becoming’ is a documentary series that showcases some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and how they got their start. Season One kicks off with stars such as NBA player Anthony Davis, Julianne Hough, Adam Devine, Ashley Tisdale, Rob Gronkowski & more.

This particular episode which chronicles Colbie Caillat highlights how the songstress overcame her stage fright and learned to let go and just be herself. Taking it back to her MySpace days, how she was one of the very first artists to release her music across the country on their platform and goes through her countless hits and even her Grammy-winning moments. Showing her determination for her craft and her absolute love for the music, Caillat continues to reinvent herself and give fans songs they’ll love.

Colbie Caillat Becoming

Country music fans may notice a familiar face, our very own Christina Bosch was asked to be interviewed for this episode after her Swag Session with Caillat’s former country band, Gone West.

Watch ‘Becoming’ on Disney+ and follow Colbie Caillat on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

 

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New Luke Combs Music to Premiere in Weekly Series

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New Luke Combs music is coming and fans will get a sneak peek earlier than expected.

New Luke Combs Music

Photo via Luke Combs on Facebook

Revealing the exciting news today via Facebook, Combs announced that he would post an acoustic version of each new song from his forthcoming deluxe album every Monday. Fans can tune in to his Facebook page each week at 7PM ET until the official release on October 23rd, 2020 to hear the tracks.

Although just as thrilling, the surprise announcement is nothing new for Combs, who consistently goes above and beyond to stay connected with fans. After announcing that a deluxe album of What You See Is What You Get, with the revised title, What You See Ain’t Always What You Get would be released, the singer-songwriter has actively taken to social media to reveal several clues as to what fans can expect from the new Luke Combs music through surprise posts over the past few weeks.

Initially, disclosing that the deluxe album would include five new tracks, Combs later added that two of the five new songs have not yet been heard. Days later, Combs dropped another surprise, announcing that he would release one of the new songs along with the titles of the remaining songs.

Friday, September 18th, Combs released “Without You” featuring Amanda Shires. Additionally, as promised, he delivered the entire tracklist to the deluxe album. Along with “Without You” are “Cold As You”, “The Other Guy”, “My Kinda Folk”, and “Forever After All”.

To catch the new Luke Combs music, be sure to head to his Facebook tomorrow night, September 21st at 7PM ET for the first acoustic track of the new Monday night series.

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

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Music City Grand Prix is Officially Coming to Nashville

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Music City Grand Prix is officially coming to Nashville!

Although this year has been anything but normal, 2021 is shaping up to be an exciting year. Recently announced, IndyCar will make a return to Nashville in a three-day festival dubbed Music City Grand Prix.  The extravaganza will take place August 6th – 8th, 2021 and will be an international celebration that will showcase the Nashville scene, including top artist performances, delicious southern cuisine, and of course, IndyCar racing in the streets of Music City.

To make this even more interesting, the temporary racetrack built for the event will be the first-ever track to ever send IndyCar drivers over water. “With Nashville’s deep motorsports roots, combined with its ability to deliver world-class live music, the Music City Grand Prix is certain to throw a party that only Nashville can deliver, buckle up – it’s gonna be a wild ride,” said Kix Brooks (Brooks and Dunn) in a recent press release.

President and CEO of the Nashville record label, Big Machine Label Group, Scott Borchetta is an investor in this event, who is tasked with curating exciting and innovative music and entertainment acts for this special weekend. With artist options like Florida Georgia Line, Thomas Rhett, Lady A, Brett Young and so many more superstars on their roster, Big Machine is sure to pull off a stellar show.

Music City Grand Prix coming to Nashville

Photo provided by Music City Grand Prix

Fans of country music should definitely keep their ears open for more information about this one-of-a-kind event coming next year! Obviously, for racing fans, this is a must-do. Join our Weekly Round-Up e-newsletter here, for the latest in country music and more news about this upcoming event.

To learn more about Music City Grand Prix, head to their website here.

To keep up with Music City Grand Prix, follow them on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

 

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Laine Hardy Releases Christmas Classic “Please Come Home for Christmas”

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For Laine Hardy, Christmas is coming early! The Americal Idol winner surprised fans with the release of his version of the holiday classic song, “Please Come Home for Christmas”.

With just 13 weekends left before Christmas, this song is sure to put you in the holiday spirit! Laine Hardy’s version is laid-back, melodic, and enticing.

“I’ve always had the Eagles version of this song on my playlists during the holidays,” Hardy shares in a recent press release, “Especially with everything going on right now, there are going to be a lot of people missing family and loved ones this Christmas. So I wanted to make my own version of this song, and hope it lifts people up this year.”

It is safe to say that the singer accomplished his goal. His rendition is sure to garner him more and more fans, and truly sounds like it could have been an original song. Hardy’s smooth and sultry vocals leave you mesmerized, and in the mood for some winter love. The instrumentals towards the end of the track are used to elevate the already impressive vocal performance.

Laine Hardy Christmas Song

Laine Hardy has remained poised and humble, despite his quick rise to stardom since his days on Idol. He has developed a fanbase that is unlike any other, always eager for new music and truly supporting every single thing he does. New fans of Hardy should also check out his latest single, “Tiny Town,” which premiered back in July. You will hear the connection between “Please Come Home For Christmas” and the single.

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

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

“Please Come Home for Christmas” 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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Adam Doleac Releases New Song “Meet Me in the City”

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Adam Doleac Meet Me In The City

Adam Doleac has been one of our favorite artists since we featured him in our very first LIVE Swag Session back in 2017. His charm, charisma, and songwriting-skills are one of a kind, which is something we appreciate about his talent. With a hit song already under his belt, Doleac releases another track that fits his vibe entitled “Meet Me in the City.”

The new jam is exactly what we have come to love from the rising artist. The singer-songwriter manages to always release songs that are appealing, sultry, and ones that have substance and content. “Meet Me in the City” is a flirty song about the potential for love and adventure with another person. It is whimsical and romantic while being heavily rooted with a steady drum production.

“Let’s do anything we ain’t ever done yet / Baby, I’ll give you a night that you’ll never forget / Meet me in the city where the sun don’t set / ‘Cause I can’t sleep when I dream about you / Wanna be the trouble that you get into”

On his Instagram, Doleac expresses his appreciation for writing the track with Sarah Buxton and Andy Skib, adding “This song is an adventure from start to finish. It is a windows-down, sun-racing, night-chasing kind of feeling.” We have to agree! Additionally, Buxton lent her vocals to the track too, giving it an even dreamier and more romantic feel.

It will be interesting to see what Doleac has up his sleeve next. We are hopeful for a full length-project.

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

“Meet Me In The City” 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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NYCS First Impression: Drew Green ‘Dirt Boy Vol. 1 EP’

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Drew Green Dirt Boy EP

Last month we introduced you to Sony Music Nashville’s newest signee, Drew Green in one of our Swag Spotlight features. Today, we present to you some brand new music by the singer-songwriter. He released his debut EP entitled Dirt Boy Vol. 1 and country fans are going to want to take a listen.

Each of the seven tracks are special and stand-out in their own way. The EP can be summed up in a few words: innovative, charming, and honest. Green finds a way to appeal to modern-day country fans, but still utilize guitar riffs, instrumentals, and story-telling lyrics that will appeal to traditional country music lovers.

The opening track “She Got That” is a bop. The song is full of swag and feels reminiscent of labelmate, Adam Doleac’s hit single “Famous.” Green unapologetically expresses his love for a special someone, dropping compliments throughout the verses. This track has radio written all over it.

“She got my heart, my soul, my back / She got my heart, my soul, my back / And whatever she wants/ Whatever she needs / Whatever it is / She’s gonna get it from me.”

The next song, “Woods,” is just as fun and funky. The track is a perfectly blended deliciousness of country-tradition with modern vibes, something Florida Georgia Line has always done well. The song feels familiar, yet unique, which is a combination you do not see very often. We especially love the unexpected banjo section midway through the song. The same vibe continues in the song “Dirty Money” too. On that track, Green relies on that rhythmic sing-talk voice, which adds to the innovation.

Of course, the singer proves his vocal chops with “Little More Be Alright,” a previously released song, and “Fine by Me.” We learned from our interview with Green that the former was inspired by a buddy from back home in a simple conversation about wanting something that you did not necessarily need. The conversation turned into a lyrically driven song and a much needed quiet spot on this project. On the other hand, “Fine by Me” is a killer, vocally-driven track. The song features vocal layers, which only adds to the ambiance and vibe of the alluring track.

“It ain’t nothin’, girl to turn it around, hit a u-turn / ‘Cuz you turn me on right now / Or we can keep driving around, girl / Whatever you want / So fine by me / Fine by me”

Finally, the record ends with the song that showcases Green’s urban influences. “Right Where I Be” is the perfect ending to a cohesive and exciting project. Just like an EP should, Dirty Boy Vol. 1 keeps fans excited for what’s to come for the newcomer.

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

NYCS Picks:

  1. “She Got That”
  2. “Little More Be Alright”
  3. “Fine by Me”

Dirt Boy Vol. 1 EP Tracklist:

  1. She Got That
  2. Woods
  3. Little More Be Alright
  4. Fine by Me
  5. Money Don’t Sleep (Interlude)
  6. Dirty Money
  7. Right Where I Be

Dirt Boy Vol. 1 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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Luke Combs Reveals Track Listing for Deluxe Album

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Despite the chaos that 2020 has come to be there’s one artist who continues to provide for his fans; Luke Combs. If getting married, hosting livestreams, and releasing new music wasn’t enough to keep Combs busy during quarantine, the singer-songwriter also announced he will be dropping a deluxe version of his What You See Is What You Get album with the revised title, What You See Ain’t Always What You Get.

The deluxe album is set to release on October 23rd and will include five new tracks. While fans speculated over the past few weeks which songs the album would include, Combs took to social media and let fans in on a little secret; two of the five new songs have not yet been heard.

Today (Sept. 18), Combs surprised fans with the release of one of those new songs, “Without You” and revealed the deluxe album tracklist including the titles of the four additional new songs. Making the cut for the new album are: “Cold As You”, “The Other Guy”, “My Kinda Folk”, “Without You”, and “Forever After All”.

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

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

 

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NYCS First Impression: Keith Urban ‘THE SPEED OF NOW Part 1’

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Keith Urban The Speed Of Now

There is no one like Keith Urban in the music industry. For over twenty years, we have had the pleasure of watching Urban evolve as a musician, songwriter, and bonafide superstar. He continues to deliver music that is true to who he is in the moment, blending sounds across genres. His newest LP, THE SPEED OF NOW Part 1 marks the singer’s 11th full-length record, and it is Urban at his finest.

Each and every one of the sixteen tracks are cohesive, yet impactful individually. Although the production of each song may be different and genre-bending is evident, every song focuses on the importance of ‘now’ and ultimately not waiting to speak your truth. In the reflective, yet nostalgic tune, “Live With,” Urban explores the narrative that the goal is to live a life you love, rather than the life someone expects you to live. “We Were” of course, both the original track and the feature with writer, Eric Church, culminates this idea, affirming that our choices set us up for the rest of our lives.

Along with Church, Urban collaborates with funk/pop icon Nile Rodgers and Breland, as well as, megastar P!NK on the opening tracks. “Out The Cage” with Breland and Nile Rodgers is a funky, electronica track that begs fans to listen to it. The song is one that moves you solely based on production alone. However, the cut with P!NK, “One Too Many” is a vocally-driven ballad. The duet showcases how well the two singers’ voices blend together in a buttery and soulful jam.

“I spent all my money drinking on my own, yeah / In this bar just sat here, staring at my phone /  And I keep second-guessing where did I go wrong / I know I’m proud, but I’ve had one too many- come take me home”

The bigger picture is apparent in songs like “Polaroid” and “Say Something.” The former captures the bittersweet passing of time through the lens of photographs. The instant-gratification track is all about making choices that are right for your life. The latter, which is arguably one of the most important on the record, “Say Something” is an unequivocal plea to human beings to speak your truth, to stand up for what you believe in, and use your voice as an action tool. In today’s day and age, this is even more crucial, and Urban is taking it upon himself to empower the voiceless.

“From track to track there’s a spirit I’m seeking to capture from beginning to end,” Urban shares about his record, “There’s a fluidity to these songs. It’s multi-dimensional and multi-faceted because truly we have more in common than different.”

The record continues to flow into songs with a simpler message. Love songs like “God Whispered Your Name” and “Ain’t Like A Woman” fit right into Urban’s wheelhouse, as an expression of true love is apparent in his relationship with his beautiful and successful wife, Nicole Kidman. Both of these songs, sonically, will appeal to long-time fans of Urban.

Of course with love, also comes heartbreak. “Superman” and “Change Your Mind” both perpetuate heartbreak in different ways. “Superman” is an upbeat tune that features sad lyrics. Reflecting on a broken relationship, where you felt on top of the world is bittersweet, and Urban expresses this effortlessly. On the other hand, “Change Your Mind” is a slow burn song. It expresses the dissolution of a relationship with brooding and self-deprecating lyrics, backed by just a simple guitar production.

“I was the problem, self-sabotaging / You had no option / You had to go when you had to go / And I couldn’t stop it / I was not willing to bend / You said it, again and again, / You need a heart that better fits you”

Overall this record is not going to appeal to one particular fan, it will appeal to the masses. There is a song for everyone on this project, but that is exactly what we have come to love from the superstar. He makes music for the soul, sets higher standards for himself, while ridding himself of any parameters or boundaries, and just creates. Good music is good music and Urban knows it.

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

NYCS Picks:

  1. “Say Something”
  2. “One Too Many” (duet with P!NK)
  3. “Change Your Mind”
  4. “Live With”

THE SPEED OF NOW Part 1 TRACKLIST:

  1. Out The Cage (featuring Breland and Nile Rodgers)
  2. One Too Many(duet with P!NK)
  3. Live With
  4. Superman
  5. Change Your Mind
  6. Forever
  7. Say Something
  8. Soul Food
  9. Ain’t Like A Woman
  10. With You
  11. Tumbleweed
  12. God Whispered Your Name
  13. Polaroid
  14. Better Than I Am
  15. We Were
  16. We Were (featuring Eric Church)

THE SPEED OF NOW PART 1 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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