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Thomas
Rhett talks
about the advantages of writing songs with his award-winning dad, Rhett
Akins. Craig Morgan has new music and is touring.
Plus, Shannon will tell you about country legend Eddy Raven re-recording
"I Got Mexico" with Soul Circus Cowboys!
CDX WEEKLY
CHARTS March 5th, 2025
Airplay for
February 24th, 2025 – March 3rd, 2025 – Country Singles
#1 No.1 3
weeks JELLY ROLL – Liar (BMG/Republic/Stoney Creek) 5096 Spins 132
Stations 17 weeks on chart
** SPIN
GAINER ** MORGAN WALLEN “I’m The Problem (Big Loud Records) No.14 2907
Spins +540 4 weeks on chart
UK NEWS
On
the BBC
Radio 2 Playlist 8 March 2025
A List
Elton John & Brandi Carlile - Who Believes in
Angels? [A-A-A-A-A]
Lainey Wilson - Whirlwind [B-A-A]
Dasha - Not At This Party [B-A] upgraded to the
‘A’ playlist
C List
Janet Devlin - Back To My Senses [C] added to the
“C” playlist
(5 March 2025) The country weekend of the year kicks off for Kezia Gill on Thursday 13th March (06:30 - 07:30) with a special Nashville-style songwriters round at Apple Covent Garden (No. 1-7 The Piazza, London, WC2E 8HB) hosted by Apple Country Radio! She will be sharing her songwriting inspirations and performing live alongside Max McNown, Kashus Culpeper, & Gareth.
The sessions are free but spots are
limited so sign up now! HERE
Kezia was also honoured to be a guest
speaker for industry week on March 5th at Antenna
Nottingham in Nottingham. She shared “Speaking to young artists about
what it takes to be a “successful” independent artist made me realise just how
long I’ve been plugging away in this industry…..22 years! On one hand I feel
ancient, and on the other, incredibly proud of all I’ve achieved”.
(5 March 2025) BEYONCE IS FANTASTIC,
Forget the pale, male and stale image of old, the future of country music is
bright and female” says Bob Harris (OBE) in the Radio Times On Instagram he shared “Thank
you Radio Times for quoting me accurately. It sounds like I’m stating
the obvious… but it doesn’t always happen that you read what you actually said”
– Bob Harris.
(5 March 2025) Lucy May is taking on
the March for Men challenge this March—walking 11,000 steps every day—to
raise funds and awareness for Prostate Cancer UK. – See Fund Page
(5 March 2025) UK female country duo Buckle 'n' Boots are coming to
The British Country Music Festival 2025!
Get ready to dance, sing, and feel the energy as this British female country
duo, Bee & Laura Jayne, light up the stage with their signature
blend of country pop, bluesy soul, and captivating lyrics. Their
infectious beats and warm harmonies will have you hooked from the first note!
Bucklenbootsofficial Yasss Check
it out x We’re so excited to announce that we will be performing with our full
band at the @tbcmf The British Country Music Festival 2025 ❤️30th August 2025 We can’t wait, it’s
gonna be epic.
(5 March 2025) Platinum artist BRELAND has announced his highly anticipated return to Europe with
the “Truth Telling UK & EU Tour 2025”.
He heads to Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol and
London as part of the tour this summer.
Thursday 29 May 2025 - Warehouse SWG3, Glasgow
(100 Eastvale Place, Glasgow, G3 8QG) TICKETMASTER UK
Saturday 31 May 2025 - O2 Institute2 Birmingham, Birmingham
(78 Digbeth High Street, B5 6DY) TICKETMASTER UK
Sunday 1 June 2025 - Manchester Club Academy, Manchester
(Manchester University Union, M13 9PR) TICKETMASTER UK
Tuesday 3 June 2025 - The Fleece, Bristol (12 ST
Thomas ST, BS1 6JJ) TICKETMASTER UK
Thursday 5 June 2025 - Islington Assembly Hall, London
(Upper Street, Islington, N1 2UD) TICKETMASTER UK
(5 March
2025) Ahead of his UK debut next week at C2C Festival, Max McNown has announced
his debut UK tour for December 2025, performing shows in Glasgow, Manchester
and London.
Tuesday 2 December 2025 - Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow
(242 the Gallowgate, G4 0TT) TICKETMASTER UK £30
Wednesday 3 December 2025 - Albert Hall, Manchester (Peter
Street, M2 5QR) TICKETMASTER UK
Tuesday 9 December 2025 - O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
(9 - 17 Highgate RD, Kentish Town, NW5 1JY) TICKETMASTER UK £36.55
(5 March 2025) British country-pop sensation Louise Parker is set to embark on her first-ever UK headline tour, celebrating the release of her highly anticipated new EP, KEEPING ON. Known for her “heartfelt storytelling and infectious melodies”, Louise is bringing her signature sound to audiences across the UK in a series of unmissable live shows.
Kicking off in London on the
10th April, the tour will see Louise and her band visit six cities,
including Manchester, Southampton, Milton Keynes and Cambridge, before
concluding in Chelmsford on the 30th April. Fans can expect a mix of
fan-favourite tracks, brand-new songs from Keeping On, and the authentic
storytelling that has made her a rising star in the UK’s country music scene.
Louise shares her
excitement: “This tour is a huge milestone for me! Not only is it my
first headline run, but it's also a chance to celebrate my new EP with the fans
who have supported me from the start and to bring my music to a new audience. I
can’t wait to share these songs live.”
Louise Parker Band LIVE
Saturday 12 April 2025 - LIVE at Hanks,
Cambridge (67 Lensfield Road, CB2 1EN) EVENT £11.25 w/ support Nick Edwards
Monday 14 April 2025 - The Castle Hotel, Manchester (66 Oldham
St, M4 1LE) EVENT w/ support Mikki Evans
Tuesday 15 April 2025 – The Stables (Stage 2), Milton Keynes (Stockwell
Lane, Wavendon, MK17 8LU) EVENT w/ support Georgia
Nevada
Thursday 17 April 2025 - Heartbreakers, Southampton (7 Hanover
Buildings, SO14 1JW) SEETICKETS £13.80 w/ support Ben Selleck & Fin Pearson
Wednesday 30 April 2025 - Hot Box, Chelmsford (28 Viaduct Rd, CM1
1TS) EVENT w/ support Laura Beckworth
UK CHART NEWS
UK Albums
7 March 2025 – 13 March 2025
Sabrina Carpenter took SHORT
N’ SWEET back to the summit for a fourth non-consecutive week as she
brings its namesake tour to the UK.
Following her performance and Global Success win at last weekend’s BRITs,
Sabrina sees her sixth studio record jump two in its 28th week on chart.
UK Singles
7 March 2025 – 13 March 2025
Pink Pony Club go-go
danced to the top of the Official Singles Chart, Roan’s first chart topper and
a long-time coming for the ascendant superstar; she previously reached Number 2
last year with breakout sapphic banger Good Luck, Babe! and Number 4
with the kinetic HOT TO GO!
In his 46th chart frame Shaboozey’s A Bar Song (Tipsy)
climbed 50-48
Post Malone “I Had Some Help” (feat.
Morgan Wallen) slipped 71-78 in their 41st frame.
Dasha
with “Austin” was a re-entry at No.87 in her 51st chart frame
Morgan
Wallen with his new single “I'm
The Problem” fell 85-97 in the singles fifth frame.
7 March 2025 – 13 March 2025
1
3 28 Sabrina Carpenter ~ Short n' Sweet ****performed and won at BRIT
Awards
2 NE 1 Architects ~ The Sky, The Earth and All Between
3 NE 1 The Lathums ~ Matter Does Not Define
4 1 2 Sam Fender ~ People Watching
5 NE 1 Doves ~ Constellations For The Lonely
7 March 2025 – 13 March 2025
1 2 16 Chappell Roan ~ Pink Pony Club
48 50 46 Shaboozey ~ A Bar Song (Tipsy) *** (Peak No.3 36
weeks - 25/04/2024 to 26/12/2024 + 10 weeks -
09/01/2025 to 13/03/2025)
78 71 41 Post Malone ft
Morgan Wallen ~ I Had Some Help *** (Peak:
No.2, 31 weeks - 23/05/2024 to 19/12/2024 + 10 weeks -
09/01/2025 to 13/03/2025)
87 RE 51 Dasha ~ Austin ***(Peak:
No.5, 43 weeks - 07/03/2024 to 26/12/2024 + 7 weeks -
09/01/2025 to 20/02/2025 + 1 week 13/03/2025)
97 85 5 Morgan Wallen ~ I'm the
Problem (Peak No.44 5 weeks - 13/02/2025 to 13/03/2025)
7 March 2025 – 13 March 2025
Kip Moore with
SOLITARY TRACKS made a debut at No.1
Post Malone with F-1
TRILLION held at No.2 (29 weeks; #1 peak)
Ringo Starr with LOOK UP fell 1-3 (8 weeks; #1 peak)
Shaboozey with WHERE I'VE
BEEN ISN'T WHERE I'M GOING held at No.4 (40 weeks; #2 peak)
Taylor
Swift with FEARLESS (Taylor’s
Version) remained at No.5 (204 weeks; #1 peak)
Beyoncé with Cowboy
Carter slipped 3-6 (49 weeks; #1 peak)
COUNTRY ALBUM RELEASES (Major)
(7 March 2025) Caylee Hammack
- Bed Of Roses (UMG Recordings) 13 songs, 46:05
(7 March 2025) Jason Isbell
- Foxes in the Snow (Southeastern Records/ Thirty Tigers) 11 songs, 38:02
Singer/Songwriter
(7 March 2025) Kelsea
Ballerini - PATTERNS (DELUXE) (Black River Entertainment) 20 songs
(7 March 2025) Mackenzie
Carpenter - HEY COUNTRY QUEEN (The Valory Music Co).
BILLBOARD/ MEDIABASE Charts
In Brief: Billboard Country Charts (Chart issue week of March 15, 2025) Starts
Sun March 9, Ends Sat March 15, 2025
Billboard Country Charts (Chart issue
week of March 15, 2025)
Country
Album Chart ** No.1 (77 non-consecutive weeks) ** ONE THING AT A TIME Morgan Wallen
Hot Country Songs ** No.1 (37 non-consecutive weeks) ** “A Bar Song
(Tipsy)” Shaboozey
Country Airplay ** No.1 (4 weeks) ** “Liar” Jelly Roll
Country Digital Songs ** No.1 ** “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” Shaboozey
Billboard 200 News
Kendrick
Lamar’s GNX returned to
No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for a third non-consecutive week on top. The
set climbed 3-1 (on the March 15-dated chart) with 90,500 equivalent
album units earned in the U.S. in the week ending March 6 (down 15%),
according to Luminate. GNX debuted atop the chart dated Dec. 7, 2024, and
returned to the top on the Feb. 22-dated chart in the wake of its physical
release and Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show (Feb. 9).
Morgan
Wallen’s chart-topping ONE THING AT A TIME
was steady at No.9 (42,000; up 2%)
Billboard Hot 100 News
Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther”
lead the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart for a third week. Two weeks earlier, the single – whose title is an ode to
late R&B icon Luther Vandross, who is sampled on the
track – became Lamar’s sixth No. 1 and SZA’s third.
Shaboozey’s “A
Bar Song (Tipsy)” ranked at No.5 on the Hot
100, following its record-tying
19 weeks at No. 1 beginning last July. It commands the multimetric Hot Country Songs chart
for a 37th week.
Billboard’s
Country Airplay Chart News
John Morgan’s “Friends
Like That” (Night Train/Broken Bow), featuring Jason Aldean, hits the top 10 of Billboard’s Country Airplay chart (dated March
15), rising two spots to No. 10. During the Feb. 28-March 6 tracking week, the
single advanced by 6% to 16.8 million audience impressions, according to
Luminate.
JELLY ROLL TIES LONGEST REIGN: Jelly Roll’s “Liar” (Bailee&
Buddy/BMG/ Republic/Stoney Creek) dominated Country Airplay for a fourth
frame, up 4% to a new weekly best 32.5 million in audience. He matches his
longest command, among seven consecutive No. 1s, encompassing all his entries
dating to his first in 2022 — “Need a Favor” led for four weeks in 2023. “Liar”
is the first song by an artist with no other billed acts to rule for at least
four weeks since Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” ran up a seven-week tab at
No. 1 last August-September
Billboard’s
Country Chart News
No.12 Jordan Davis “I Ain’t Sayin’ ”: The track
pushed to a new No.12 high on the Hot
Country Songs chart dated March 15. The lead single from Davis’ upcoming album
increased by 18% to 4.8 million official U.S. streams
Feb. 28-March 6, according to Luminate. It’s at No. 3 on Country
Airplay, after reaching No. 2 (25.5 million in audience, down 8%)
No.19 Koe Wetzel LIVE
FROM THE DAMN NEAR NORMAL: The set entered at No.19 on Top
Country Albums with 11,000 equivalent album units. The collection
from the 32-year-old Pittsburg, Texas, native also starts at No. 10 on
Americana/ Folk Albums, marking his third top 10. It was recorded during
his Damn Near Normal Tour, which will next stop in Austin on March 13.
Country Airplay
** No.1 (4 weeks) ** “Liar” Jelly Roll 32.543 million audience (+1.173 million gain) / 9177 radio plays (+554)
Most Increased Audience ** No.5
“Hometown Home” LOCASH (+1.738 million audience gain)
** Airpower ** No.20 “Weren't
For The Wind” Ella
Langley
** Hot Shot Debut ** Debut No.58 “Run” Miranda Lambert
Debut No.59 “Wish You Well”
Vincent
Mason
Debut No.60 “Forever From Here”
Tigirlily Gold
Hot County Songs
** No.1 (37 weeks) ** “A Bar Song
(Tipsy)” Shaboozey
** Streaming Gainer ** No.6
“High Road” Koe
Wetzel & Jessie Murph
** Sales Gainer ** No.12 “I Ain't Sayin'” Jordan Davis
** Airplay Gainer ** No.23
“Hometown Home” LOCASH
** Hot Shot Debut ** No.27 “Not At This
Party” Dasha
Country
Aircheck MEDIABASE Chart
Congratulations to Jelly
Roll, Adrian Michaels Shelley
Hargis, Scotty O’Brien, and
the Stoney Creek
promotion team on taking
“Liar” to No. 1. This is
Mr. Roll’s seventh visit to the top and sixth as lead artist. The song’s 10,202 spins this week are
the most for
a song in any chart week in the history of the R&R/CA/MB charts, dating
back to the start of quantified reported
spins in March 1994. Songwriters are Ashley
Gorley, Ben Johnson, Taylor
Phillips and Jason DeFord. On
the Activator chart, “Liar” is now in its fifth week at No. 1, the longest-running Activator chart-topper since Cole
Swindell’s “She Had Me
At Heads Carolina” in the fall of 2022.
Jelly Roll with “Liar”
(BMG/Republic/Stone Creek) moved 2-1
logging 10,202 radio spins (+816), 40.355 million audience impressions (+1.846
million) with 35334 Total Points (+3182) from 159 tracking stations (159
ADDS) for the published chart dated March 10, 2024
Tucker
Wetmore’s “3,2,1” Is The Most Added
Kudos to Jimmy Rector and
the EMI Nashville crew on scoring 68 adds
for Tucker Wetmore’s “3,2,1.” This is
Wetmore’s first time to top the CA/MB
Add Board. With its strictly numeric title, this is just the fourth such song to ever lead the Add Board, joining
Jason Aldean’s “1994”, Hunter Hayes’
“21” and Sam Hunt’s “23.”
Triple Tigers Records’
multi-Platinum artist Russell
Dickerson’s latest release, “Happen To Me,” was the second most added song to Country
radio upon impact on March 10th. The full-throttle, feel-good track
was added to 66
total stations and was Dickerson’s highest streaming
debut week racking up the largest number of streams in Triple Tigers Records’
label history. The song has been generating major buzz with over 9 million
global streams since release on 2/21 and garnering an impressive 25 million
views across social media.
March 10, 2025 The Weeks ADDS
Artist/Title (Label) TW Historic
TUCKER WETMORE/3,2,1 (Back Blocks/EMI Nashville) 68 71
RUSSELL DICKERSON/Happen To Me (Triple Tigers) 59 65
MAX MCNOWN/Better Me For You (Fugitive/The Orchard/Magnolia) 16 80
RILEY GREEN/Worst Way (Nash. Harbor) 16 147
WARREN ZEIDERS/Relapse (Warner/WEA) 12 82
DAN + SHAY/Always Gonna Be (Warner/WAR) 11 72
VINCENT MASON/Wish You Well (Music Soup/MCA) 10 74
DASHA/Not At This Party (Warner/WMN) 9 11
LANCO f/C. ASBURY/We Grew Up Together (Riser House) 9 39
LEE BRICE/Cry (Curb) 7 44
GOSSIP
(5 March 2025) Morgan Wallen's former fiancée, KT Smith, with
whom he shares a 4-year-old son named Indigo Wilder, has shared details about
the difficult circumstances under which she learned of her pregnancy. Wallen
and Smith were briefly engaged around late 2016 or early 2017; however, they
ended their engagement by 2019. Despite this, they maintained an intermittent
relationship, and she accompanied him on a tour that year.
In a recent episode of Bunnie Xo's Dumb Blonde podcast, Smith recounted an incident during the tour in
Canada, describing it as part of a recurring conflict in their relationship.
She explained that both parties had consumed alcohol and after a heated
argument, Wallen insisted she return home alone while still under the
influence. This situation was particularly daunting for her as she did not
consider herself proficient with navigating airports.
AMERICANA NEWS
(3 March 2025) Chuck Prophet – WAKE THE DEAD (Yep Roc
Records | 560 plays) held at No.1 &
Mumford & Sons with “Rushmere” (Glassnote Records | 603 plays) held at No.1 on the albums and singles Americana Radio Charts (week of March 3, 2025). Visit americanamusic.org to see the full charts and details for the current week's Albums and Singles.
(4 March 2025) I'm With Her, the folk supergroup of Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O'Donovan, and Sara Watkins, is reuniting for the new full-length LP Wild and Clear and Blue and gives a preview of the project with the first single, "Ancient Light." Listen here
MUSIC NEWS
(5 March 2025) Elton John and Brandi Carlile release
their brand new song Swing For The Fences. Listen here. This life-affirming,
joyous track is the latest offering from Elton and Brandi’s recently announced
collaborative studio album Who Believes In Angels?, set for
release on 4th April via Island EMI Records.
Swing For The Fences
is both a euphoric slice of rock ‘n’ roll, and a defiant and proud anthem.
Speaking on the track, Brandi says: “Swing For The Fences’ was a little gem
I took into the studio with me: I’m a gay woman, Elton’s a gay man and we both
have families, and our dreams have come true. I was thinking, wouldn’t it be
cool to write an anthem for young gay kids out there that calls them into a
bigger, more elegant, more fabulous life. Just like ‘go, go! don’t let anything
hold you back!’.”
(5 March 2025) Acclaimed
musician and actor Sam Palladio has released the video for his new Alternative
single ‘Bullet
For Your Love’ taken from his latest album The
Perfect Summer’s Day, Before We Lost The Light out now.
‘Bullet For Your Love’ was inspired by a traumatic experience after the
trans-Atlantic star and his partner were robbed at gunpoint outside his home in
Nashville. The single is a hymnal piano ballad which builds to a soaring
crescendo and features additional harmonies and guitar from Biffy Clyro’s Simon
Neil.
(6 March 2025) Glastonbury Festival 2025:
The 1975 finally bring their incendiary show back to Worthy
Farm to headline the Pyramid Stage on the Friday, while Olivia Rodrigo will
close out the Festival on the Sunday night – headlining the Pyramid for her
first appearance at Glastonbury since her memorable Other Stage set in 2022.
As previously announced, Neil
Young will headline for the second time after an unforgettable set in
2009, while Rod Stewart will take to the Pyramid Stage in the
Sunday legend slot.
Country and Americana interest
is represented by Brandi Carlile (Saturday) & Shaboozey
(Sunday)
(7 March 2025) Audacy Cuts: Following
its exit from bankruptcy and the departure of longtime Pres./CEO David
Field, Audacy instituted a round of cuts today (3/6). Sources told Country
Aircheck more than 200 people across all departments were affected.
Audacy, previously known as Radio.com, is a free broadcast and Internet
radio platform
AWARDS
(3 March 2025) Charlie Worsham was named Touring Musician at Monday night's (3/3) CMA
Touring Awards in Nashville. Varnell Enterprises' Ben
Farrell was posthumously honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award
during the Keith Urban-hosted ceremony.
(7 March 2025) Luke Combs' previously announced (10/14/24) induction
into the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp's Music City
Walk of Fame will take place March 20 at 12:30pm at Walk of Fame Park
in downtown Nashville. His induction had been rescheduled from an earlier date
TOUR / LIVE EVENTS
Tour Support: The
first leg of Brad Paisley's Truck Still Works World Tour kicks
off May 21 in Idaho Falls, ID and runs through August. Joining on select
dates are Walker Hayes, Avery Anna, Mae Estes and Alexandra
Kay. Tickets go on sale Friday (3/7) here.
(3 March 2025) Tour
Support: Darius Rucker Live with Tyler
Braden and Kashus Culpepper kicks off Oct. 15 in
Abbotsford, BC, making stops across Canada including Edmonton, Toronto and
Ottawa. Tickets here Friday (2/7).
Randy Travis has
extended his More Life Tour with his original touring band and
vocalist James Dupré; schedule here.
(5 March 2025) Live In The Vineyard Goes
Country (LITVGC), presented by Visit Napa Valley®, has announced the
initial lineup of artists for the upcoming event, scheduled for April 22-24
in Napa Valley, California.
The first wave of talent includes Brett Young, RaeLynn, Linda
Perry, Stephen Wilson Jr., Katharine McPhee, Roman
Alexander, Dusty Black, Annie Bosko, Gable
Bradley, CeCe, Allie Colleen, Canaan Cox, Kashus
Culpepper, Adam Doleac, Carter Faith, Lanie
Gardner, Harper Grace, Braden Hull, James
Barker Band, Caroline Jones, Alexandra Kay, Kalsey
Kulyk, Max McNown, Morgan Myles, Stella
Prince, Owen Riegling, Shane Stevens, and Thelma
& James, with more artists to be revealed.
(5 March 2025) Festive All: Travis Tritt, Drew Baldridge, Matt
Stell, Midland, Chase Rice, Dylan Marlowe, Conner
Smith and more will perform at the inaugural Iron Hills Country
Music Festival Oct. 11-12 at Sloss Furnaces in Birmingham, AL; ticket
info here.
Brett
Young, Raelynn, Linda
Perry, Stephen Wilson, Jr. and Katharine McPhee will
headline the invite-only Live In The Vineyard Goes Country April 22-24 in Napa
Valley, CA.
(7
March 2025) Country music standout Emily Ann Roberts wanted to give her hometown
fans another chance to see her live at the Bijou Theatre on
November 7, after selling out her first show in record time. The pair of shows
will mark her first time headlining in Knoxville since her sold-out Can’t
Hide Country album release show in 2023. The addition of this second
date highlights Emily Ann’s deep appreciation for her fans and emphasizes the
growing demand for her live performances.
(7
March 2025) Tour Support: Shenandoah's 50+ date The Extra
Mile Tour 2025 kicks off tonight (3/7) in Bushnell, FL with subsequent
stops in Savannah, GA; Fayetteville, NC; Marietta, OH; Ft. Myers, FL; Ft.
Worth, TX; Little Rock, AR; Sioux Falls, SD; Twin Lakes, WI and more.
Festive
All: Ian Munsick, Bailey Zimmerman, Brooks & Dunn, Luke
Bryan, Cody Johnson and Megan Moroney are
among the artists performing during Cheyenne Frontier Days in Wyoming July 18-27;
tickets here March 13.
TV
(7 March 2025) F-100: Alan
Jackson, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Jamey
Johnson, Keith Urban, Post Malone, Ricky
Skaggs, Steven Curtis Chapman, Terri Clark, Travis
Tritt and Yolanda Adams have been added to the lineup for
the Blake Shelton-hosted Opry
100: A Live Celebration, airing March 19 on NBC.
(7 March 2025) Country music
hitmaker and Army Reserve soldier Craig Morgan performed
the title track to his newly released EP, American Soundtrack,on Fox
& Friends(Fox News). ICYMI, watch the live performance of
“American Soundtrack” HERE.
PRESS RELEASES
The track has been generating major buzz, with over 5
million global streams since its release on 2/21, additionally, it has racked up
over 14.78 million views across social media.
Written by Dickerson, Chase McGill, Jessie Jo Dillon and Chris LaCorte, the
song blends catchy rhythms with infectious lyrics to capture the excitement and
carefree vibe of a spontaneous night out—“the kind of song that will have fans
singing at the top of their lungs… losing themselves in its unstoppable energy”
(4 March 2025) Country
riser Emily Ann Roberts isn’t slowing down as she kicked off supporting
Blake Shelton's “Friends & Heroes" Tour with three electrifying
performances this past weekend. The Knoxville native is also announcing her
highly anticipated second single, “Scratching Out A Living,” set
to release on March 14. Fans can pre-save the track here: orcd.co/soal.
(4 March 2025) Dubbed a “country
newcomer” who is “turning heads with his music” (Country Swag), Zach John King releases
a new track, “Cold Shoulder” ahead of his performance at Country To
Country Festival over the weekend of 14-16th March
2025. The track can be streamed HERE.
“I wrote Cold Shoulder to paint a vivid picture of what it feels
like to lose someone you love,” shares King. “I wanted it to be incredibly
visual—so that when you listen, you feel like you're right there in the moment.
At its core, it's a simple story about one of the hardest nights of my life. We
recorded it in a single take, which is a really special detail. It’s the most
stripped-down song I’ve ever released, and I’m excited for people to hear a
different side of me."
(5 March 2025) Veteran film
producer Eric Groth (Ethan Hawke’s “Wildcat”) and writer/director Andrew Hyatt
(“Paul, Apostle of Christ” from Sony Pictures) of Sacred Arthouse and Zach
Dasher and Korie Robertson of Tread Lively, the team behind the record-breaking
film “The Blind” and upcoming series “Duck Dynasty: The Revival” together
announce the new film “Forever And Ever, Amen” about the life
of music legend Randy Travis.
Andrew Hyatt will direct off of his own script. Travis and his wife Mary Travis
will executive produce, alongside country music star Clay Walker. “Forever And
Ever, Amen” marks the first film for Sacred Arthouse.
“Forever And Ever, Amen” is currently being cast by Anne
McCarthy, Kellie Roy, and Morgan Robbins at Engine Casting and production has
established that Randy Travis will be played by three actors of different ages.
Country star Clay Walker will play Travis in his 40s and 50s in addition to
serving as Executive Producer. Engine Casting is on the lookout for young
actors to play a young Randy Travis around 9-12 years old and another at 20-30
years old–the search should net two new rising stars.
(5 March 2025) On Monday (3/3),
PERK PR & Creative Agency took over Whiskey Jam at Whiskey Row on Broadway
with a select performances from a wide range of clients they represent. Taking
the Whiskey Jam stage for the special takeover included Cody Cozz, Chris
Andreucci, Remy Garrison, Dallas Alexander, Ashley
Anne, and Madison Olivia.
(6 March 2025) Superstar vocal
group Rascal Flatts announced their forthcoming collaboration project, LIFE
IS A HIGHWAY: REFUELED DUETS, will be releasing June 6 via Big Machine
Records, available for pre-order/pre-save HERE.
Featuring nine reimagined beloved Rascal Flatts hits and their latest
record-breaking single “I Dare You” with Jonas Brothers, the band
recruited an eclectic lineup of guest artists from all walks of life,
celebrating the impact and timelessness of the trio’s 25-year-old catalogue.
Jason Aldean, Carly Pearce, Blake Shelton, Brandon Lake, Ashley Cooke, Backstreet
Boys, Jordan Davis, Lzzy Hale, and Kelly Clarkson are taking the reins, each
infusing their individual music styles to create all-new arrangements of
timeless hits.
(7 March 2025) Country music maverick Chase Rice has surprised fans with today's
release of a special three-song EP, Live From Chief's. Captured
during his recent acoustic underplay shows at Chief's on Broadway on Feb. 13
and 14 – which American Songwriter cited as emblematic of
the fact that "Chase Rice didn't change, he just got brave enough to be
himself" – the project highlights Rice's raw, unfiltered artistry in
a way that fans rarely get to experience at his larger arena shows. Listen HERE
The project opens with two standout covers: fellow
Asheville-area native Eric Church’s “Carolina,” one of the first songs Rice was
inspired to learn to play on guitar during his college years at UNC, and George
Strait’s iconic rodeo hit “I Can Still Make Cheyenne,” which itself inspired
the EP’s third song.
(7 March 2025) Capitol Records Nashville artist Caylee Hammack has released her new album Bed
Of Roses and a companion romance novel of the same name - listen
to the album HERE, and read the book HERE.
With Bed Of Roses, Hammack cements herself as one of country
music’s most compelling storytellers, blending raw lyricism with lush
instrumentation. The album, co-produced by Hammack, John Osborne and Dann
Huff, invites listeners into her world, painting vivid portraits of heartbreak,
resilience, and hope. From soaring ballads to gritty anthems, Bed
Of Roses captures the essence of Hammack’s artistry—bold, unfiltered,
and deeply human with press offering up early praise...
(7 March 2025) Rising country artist and The
Voice finalist Ian Flanigan released
his highly anticipated sophomore album, THE MAN MY MAMA RAISED, on March 7, 2025, via Reviver Records. To celebrate,
Flanigan will embark on the Southbound Writers Round Tour, a
limited-run, intimate tour alongside fellow The Voice standout
Jim Ranger and singer-songwriter Randall Fowler.
(7 March 2025) Kat
Luna shared the exciting news that she was releasing a new EP
while making her debut at the Grand Ole Opry. The EP, titled That Girl,
is now available. Produced by Nathan Chapman, the EP includes eight tracks, all
co-written by Luna. The release of That Girl not only signifies an exciting
future for Luna as a solo artist but reflects Luna's immense personal growth
and path to finding her most authentic self over the past year. The EP features
both English and Spanish, a key element of Luna's artistry and musical
upbringing.
"This EP is the most honest and personal music I
have ever written and I am so excited to share it," Luna said. "This
project is a time capsule of a particular part of my life and it really
embodies my story of finding myself and my true happiness. I can't wait for
everyone to hear it and I hope it helps others in their journey too."
(7 March 2025) “One of 2025’s most
promising artists” (GRAMMY.com) Mackenzie Carpenter makes her
full-length debut with HEY COUNTRY QUEEN, out now via The Valory
Music Co. Co-writing all 13 tracks, this bold and personal project highlights
Mackenzie’s inherent ability to blend fun-loving humour with deep, full-hearted
sincerity. Listen To Hey Country Queen HERE
(7 March 2025) Buzzworthy rising
country songstress Ashley Ryan serves
up her signature twang and sass with latest release “Wrong Post”
- out across all digital and streaming platforms. Penned by Frank Stopak, Quinn
Loggins, Larry McCoy and Ryan herself, the saucy new track dishes out a warning
to an ex about his new flame and wishing him luck that he will surely need.
Reminiscent of a classic country tune with a modern twist, “Wrong Post”
showcases Ryan’s head-turning vocal prowess and spitfire lyrics all backed by
an addictive melody. Listen to “Wrong Post” HERE.
(7 March 2025) “Set to make
major waves on the country music scene" (MusicRow), Ryan and Rory find
out that the best times in your truck can happen while you're in park in this
high-energy anthem "Truck Stop.” Swapping speed limits for
tailgate-foolin’-around, you can listen to “Truck Stop” now, available HERE.
(7 March 2025) Legendary
Texas act, Randy Rogers Band, has
released their new single, “Break Itself,” out now. The track,
written by Rogers, Parker McCollum and Randy Montana, is a reflective track
that takes responsibility for the mistakes which led to a relationship coming
to an end. “Break Itself” is the band’s first new music release in
two years. Hitting the studio with producer, Jedd Hughes, the group taps into
the Red Dirt sound that made them a Texan household name, but also elevating
their artistry for a fresh take on the ever-evolving genre. LISTEN: “Break Itself”
(7 March 2025) After years on
the road with 2x CMA Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs, CMA Award-winning and
GRAMMY® Award-nominated songwriter Rob Williford launches a solo venture with his new single,
“Johnny” - available today on all digital streaming platforms. Co-written by
Williford with David Mescon and Spencer Coats and produced by Andy Park, the
narrative follows a semi-autobiographical character looking for ways to survive
the oft stereotypical southern upbringing - prayers before dinner chased with a
shot of dad’s moonshine. The backbeat-driven track highlights Williford’s
Appalachian influence, both sonically and in the storytelling. Listen to
“Johnny” HERE.
Watch the official video for “Johnny” HERE.
(10 March 2025) Award-winning,
multi-genre phenomenon Jelly Roll scores
his seventh #1 single with “Liar” on country radio (ninth
career #1 overall). Solidifying the top spot on the Billboard Country Airplay
chart for an entire month, the fiery single is the 4x Grammy nominee’s
second time to dominate both charts with an emotively vocal track from his
sophomore country album, Beautifully Broken. Listen HERE.
With the first being the
striking “I Am Not Okay,” Beautifully Broken debuted at #1 on theBillboard200
chart (all-genre). Cementing its place as one of the “Best Albums of 2024,” Billboard
championed the “inmate to icon” (GQ) for “changing the
contours of what great country music can be.”
(10 March 2025) As Chase
Rice kicks off a run of shows in Australia this month, the
Diamond-certified songwriter announces 24 new dates expanding the Go
Down Singin’ International Tour 2025 through the fall. Tickets to
most shows are on sale now, with tickets to new dates available this Friday,
March 14 at 10 a.m. local time via ChaseRice.com. Bringing Rice’s critically acclaimed
album Go Down Singin’ to audiences across the globe, the tour
also sees him joined by fellow singer-songwriters Cory Asbury, Wade Bowen, Pony
Bradshaw, Tyler Halverson, Bella Mackenzie, Lori McKenna, Drake White, Scott
Wolverton and Charlie Worsham across various dates.
(10 March 2025) Multi-Platinum Country music icon, Wynonna Judd, is hitting the road once again, this time to celebrate four decades of
chart-topping hits with Wynonna Judd: The Greatest Hits Tour.
Kicking off June 13 in LaGrange, GA, her first-ever greatest hits tour will
honor Wynonna’s remarkable career, spotlighting unforgettable songs from her
time as one-half of the legendary duo The Judds, along with her powerhouse solo
accomplishments.
WATCH
(6 March 2025) LITTLE ROCK,
AR – The wait is over! Cliff & Susan are thrilled to unveil their first
official music video for “Spitfire”— Watch the Official
“Spitfire” Music Video: YouTube Premiere
ICYMI: Megan Moroney performed "I'm
Not Pretty," "No Caller ID" and "Tennessee Orange"
on NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concert.
COUNTRY FASHION
(5 March 2025) In 2025, Sabrina
Carpenter dominated awards from the Grammys to the BRITs. She
dazzled in a custom pink McQueen gown with
silver embellishments, inspired by the Spring 2025 runway. The dramatic length
and cinched waist created a regal look. Bvlgari
jewelry completed her ensemble, making her shine as brightly as her star power.
BABY NEWS
(3 March 2025) Cole Swindell and
his wife, Courtney Swindell, revealed on social media that
they are expecting their first child this year. The couple wed last June.
(7 March 2025) Crib Note: Hardy and
wife Caleigh Hardy welcomed their first child, daughter Rosie
Ryan Hardy, March 7. They revealed their pregnancy news during the No.
1 party for Kenny Chesney's Hardy-penned "Take Her Home" last fall
BIRTHDAYS
In the week ahead
March 10: the
late Daryle Singletary (March 10,
1971; died Feb 12, 2018), Carrie
Underwood (1983)
March 11: Jimmy Fortune (Statler Bros) (1955), Darden Smith (1962)
March 13: Michael Martin Murphey (1945), Billy Yates (1963)
March 14: Jerry Jeff Walker (1942), Kristian Bush (1970)
March 15: the
late Carl Smith (March 15, 1927;
died Jan 16, 2010 (aged 82))
March 16: Ray Benson (1951), Patty Griffin (1964), Sasha McVeigh (1994; UK)
RIP
(2 March 2025) Dolly Parton announced on Monday that her husband
of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, had passed
away at the age of 82.
Unlike the vibrant 79-year-old country legend, Dean was a more private individual who did
not partake in the touring life and was seldom seen in public, with or
without Parton. Dean was last publicly photographed just over five years ago.
"Carl and I
spent many wonderful years together. Words can't do justice to the love we
shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy,"
the statement read. The "9-5"
singer met Dean outside a laundromat on the first day she arrived in Nashville
as an 18-year-old aspiring singer.
He is survived by
his siblings, Sandra and Donnie, Parton's statement said.
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