Thursday, 29 January 2026

Breakout Country Artist Bailey Marie Takes Us To "Honky Tonk Hallelujah" In New Single And Music Video

BREAKOUT COUNTRY ARTIST BAILEY MARIE TAKES US TO "HONKY TONK HALLELUJAH" IN NEW SINGLE AND MUSIC VIDEO



























November 6, 2025 (Nashville, TN): Country artist Bailey Marie releases new single & music video "Honky Tonk Hallelujah." The single is now available on all digital streaming platforms (Spotify). 
 
The music video features Ginger Billy, social media star with over 9 million followers on TikTok and Instagram. 

 

Bailey shares her story behind the single: “When I got kicked out of school for singing at Coyote Joe’s, I could’ve written a sad song about it — but that’s not who I am,” she says. “I wanted to turn it into something fun that people could sing and dance to. 'Honky Tonk Hallelujah' is my way of laughing through it all, celebrating the music, and reminding myself — and everyone else — to find joy even when things don’t go as planned.”
Bailey Marie’s “Honky Tonk Hallelujah” drops you straight into a Saturday night at a small-town bar — specifically the legendary Coyote Joe’s — where faith and fun blur into one. Her witty, clever storytelling recalls Miranda Lambert's sharp lyricism, though Bailey adds her own honky-tonk fire and infectious energy: “Two blocks down past the Church of Christ / where the road turns to dirt / yeah, it’s on the right / where the faithful gather on a Saturday night / and I know that you know, knock three times, Joe’ll let you in.”
 
The music video features social media influencer and TikTok star Ginger Billy, who brings his humor and Southern charm to the project alongside Bailey.
The chorus roars, Bailey’s vocal strong and sure: “Raise your glass and sing along / the music’s loud and the drinks are strong / singing praise with a shot in hand / we all find grace in a two-step dance / there’s no sin in one more round / they’ll pick you up if you fall down / can I get an amen / let the spirit move ya / it’s a honky tonk hallelujah.”
 
MORE ABOUT BAILEY MARIE: Bailey Marie is a rising country/pop singer, songwriter, and

actor from North Carolina whose heartfelt storytelling and powerhouse vocals bridge traditional country roots with a modern pop edge. She made her Apollo Theater debut at just 10 years old and has since performed at iconic venues including The Roxy in Hollywood, Universal Studios in Burbank, and Coyote Joe’s in Charlotte. She has written over 70 original songs alongside acclaimed Nashville hitmakers such as Leslie Satcher, Doug Johnson, Burton Collins, Bobby Terry, and Terri Jo Box, and currently collaborates with Grammy-nominated producer Kent Wells, best known as Dolly Parton’s longtime producer.
 
Bailey has shared the stage with Lainey Wilson, Gwen Stefani, John Michael Montgomery, Priscilla Block, and Lily Rose, and has appeared on major TV shows like Apple TV’s Swagger (as Marianne) and HBO Max’s The Staircase (as Ashley Zamperini). In 2023, she spent the summer in Los Angeles filming for a major network music show, and her upcoming festival lineup includes Field & Stream Music Festival with Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, and Lynyrd Skynyrd; Carolina Country Music Fest with Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll; and Lovin’ Life Fest with Gwen Stefani.
With her soulful voice, magnetic stage presence, and unstoppable drive, Bailey Marie continues to carve her place as one of country music’s brightest new stars.
 
To learn more about Bailey Marie, visit baileymariemusic.com/, and follow her on FacebookInstagram and YouTube

 

Singer/Songwriter Kaitlin Butts Signs to Republic Records; New 'Yeehaw Sessions' EP Coming Nov. 14

RISING COUNTRY SINGER-SONGWRITER KAITLIN BUTTS SIGNS TO REPUBLIC RECORDS
























NEW YEEHAW SESSIONS EP COMING NOVEMBER 14

PRE-SAVE/PRE-ORDER HERE
 
COVER OF JIMMY EAT WORLD CLASSIC “THE MIDDLE” OUT NOW

NEW YORK, NY — Gaining traction as one of country music’s fastest-rising artists, acclaimed Nashville-based singer, songwriter, and performer Kaitlin Butts will unveil her new Yeehaw Sessions EP on November 14, 2025. It notably marks the celebrated rising star's debut under her recently minted deal with Republic Records. Pre-order/Pre-save Yeehaw Sessions EP HERE.

"From releasing my album over a year ago as an independent artist, to having a viral song, to now signing a record deal with such a prestigious label like Republic Records, the journey has felt nothing short of surreal,” shares Butts. "I’m so inspired by the Republic team and how their vision aligns with the dreams that I’ve always had for myself.”

Kicking off this next chapter in earnest, she just shared a powerfully moving cover of the Jimmy Eat World classic “The Middle” giving fans the first taste of the forthcoming  EP.

 Listen to “The Middle” HERE. (preferred music platform) or watch video:

The woman declared “unafraid to test boundaries,” by Rolling Stone, spikes this pop-punk staple with serious Oklahoma soul. Stripping back the arrangement back to bare acoustic guitar, slide, fiddle, and dobro, her vocals especially shine as she delivers the instantly recognizable hook with a whole lot of heart. Ultimately, this version of “The Middle” illuminates Butts’ impressive range and uncanny ability to make even the most recognizable track her own with respect and reverence.

"It has been such an incredible year! And in the midst of these great things — viral songs, huge tour opportunities — all that positive attention can bring with it some negative moments too. I was feeling particularly down about myself after some of those negative comments online and starting to wonder if maybe they were right. Then one night at karaoke with friends — because that’s what I, as a professional singer, do to make myself feel better,” Butts shares with tongue firmly planted in cheek, “this girl started singing 'The Middle,' a song that I was very familiar with but reading the lyrics on the screen, it was the first time I was able to take in what the song meant and I started to tear up. I needed to hear those words in that exact moment. It was a reminder to me that I’ve worked my entire life for this dream, and I’ll be damned if I let some keyboard warrior rain on my parade. I hope my version meets someone the way that song met me in that moment."

On the music video, she shares: "In Jimmy Eat World’s original music video, a girl shows up to a party, strips her coat at the door and walks into a party where everyone is in their underwear. In this video, I wanted to pay tribute to that and throw my band in the back of a truck like we were on our way to that party,” Butts says. "I called up Chris Beyrooty to direct and we headed to Taylor Sheridan’s Bosque Ranch in Weatherford, TX. With the band dressed in their skivvies, we hit record and captured something hilariously beautiful." 

In the spirit of her first covers EP, 2022’s Sad Yeehaw Sessions, the Yeehaw Sessions sees Butts re-record, reimagine, and reinvigorate a handful of personal favorite tunes accompanied by her live band. 

“A couple years ago I put out an EP called Sad Yeehaw Sessions, a collection of sad covers that I have always loved and wish I had written myself.” Butts shares. “It fit perfectly with my album at the time, What Else Can She Do, which I had written during a difficult time in my life. After releasing Roadrunner!, which features much happier songs, I wanted folks to know that there were brighter days ahead. In keeping with that theme, we've created the antithesis of Sad Yeehaw Sessions, something upbeat, rowdy and fun….all cover songs that I’ve been performing live the last couple years."  
After road-testing these renditions much to the delight of audiences everywhere, she has outfitted the EP with covers of “Red Wine Supernova” by Chappell Roan“Sin Wagon” by The Chicks,” “Tulsa Time” by Don Williams, as well as “The Middle.” Plus, it boasts a new recording of her viral hit “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead to Me),” infusing it with a rush of energy.

Check out the full tracklisting below.
 
She will celebrate the arrival of Yeehaw Sessions on November 14 with a very special headline show at the largest honky-tonk in the world—Billy Bob's in Fort Worth, TX. Tickets are available HERE.
 
Throughout 2025, she has captivated crowds everywhere on tour with Sierra FerrellLainey WilsonMolly TuttleWyatt FloresThe Lone Bellow and Flatland Cavalry. Renowned for her stage presence, she’s also played with the likes of Ella Langley and Brothers Osborne in addition to electrifying festivals, including LollapaloozaTwo Step Inn,C2C, and Breakaway Festival. Not to mention, Opry NextStage touted her among its “Class of 2025, and CMT named her as part of its CMT Next Women of Country Class of 2025.
 
For the latest news and tour dates visit 
kaitlinbutts.com, and follow along on InstagramFacebook and @kaitlinbutts and on TikTok @kaitlinbuttsmusic.
 
EP TRACKLIST:
1.   Red Wine Supernova
2.   Tulsa Time
3.   You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me)
4.   Sin Wagon
5.   The Middle

ABOUT KAITLIN BUTTS:
Kaitlin Butts' fearless approach to country music is helping her reach new heights. In 2024, Butts released her acclaimed album Roadrunner!. She leaned into her lifelong love of musical theater and dreamed up a modern-day reimagining of the soundtrack to her all-time favorite musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!, which ended up on numerous best-of year-end lists. Butts also hit the road hard in 2024, making her Lollapalooza debut as well as opening for Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne and Flatland Cavalry, and trekked across the U.S. on her first-ever coast-to-coast headlining tour.
 
2025 has been another banner year for the Tulsa-born, Nashville-based artist. In addition to her viral anthem, “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me),” amassing over 157 million TikTok views and 67 million global streams, she joined Lainey Wilson on her Whirlwind Tour and was featured in the Country Music Hall of Fame’s latest American Currentsexhibition. Butts also joined the 2025 Opry Next Stage Class as well as the CMT Next Women of Country Class of 2025. Showing no signs of slowing down, she just landed a deal with Republic Records launching her next chapter with the Yeehaw Sessions EP.

Cyndi Thomson captures the magic of the holiday season with “Christmas in New York




























NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 31, 2025) - Country singer-songwriter Cyndi Thomson captures the magic and melancholy of the holiday season with her brand-new single “Christmas in New York,” out now on all streaming platforms. Co-written by Thomson with Heather Morgan, the wistful track paints a cinematic picture of love lost against the backdrop of the city that never sleeps. Snow falls, champagne flows, and Fifth Avenue sparkles - but for Thomson, joy is bittersweet without the one she loves beside her.

Listen to “Christmas In New York” HERE (preferred music platform) or tap below:

“‘Christmas in New York’ was written from that bittersweet place of missing someone during the holidays,” said Thomson of the tune. “It’s about love, loss, and the magic of a city that holds both. I hope it comforts anyone who’s ever spent Christmas with a memory instead of a person.”

Blending her signature emotional delivery with warm, classic production, “Christmas in New York” follows the release of Thomson’s version of 2005 Gary Allan hit “Life Ain’t Always Beautiful” - a song she co-wrote with Tommy Lee James, out September 19. With its release (which was followed by the release of an accompanying video), Thomson stepped back into her own words, offering her perspective as both the original writer and a woman who has lived through the trials and triumphs the song reflects.

Known for her soaring vocals and timeless storytelling, Thomson’s career began with a record-breaking debut in 2001, when her first single became the highest-charting debut by a female country artist at the time. In May, she released her most recent EP, Acres of Diamonds - a celebration of the life she built while away from the music scene.

About Cyndi Thomson: 
Hailing from Georgia, Cyndi Thomson emerged onto the country music scene in the early 2000's, quickly securing a publishing deal with Sony ATV and a record contract with Capitol Records. She soared to stardom with her debut album, MY WORLD, and the hit single, "What I Really Meant to Say." However, beneath the veneer of success, Cyndi struggled with intense anxiety, ultimately choosing to step away.

Over the next several years she discovered a love for jewelry design and launched her very own collection, HAYBELLE CO. Now, on the brink of a musical comeback, Cyndi has recently released multiple new heartfelt tracks signifying a remarkable return to her roots and an exploration of new musical horizons. Her songs are deeper, her voice is stronger and her storytelling is more compelling than ever.  

To learn more about Cyndi Thomson, visit cyndithomson.com, and follow Cyndi on FacebookInstagramTikTok, and YouTube


Carrie Underwood Becomes Highest RIAA Certified Female Country Artist

Over 95 Million Units Certified Including 22.5 Million in Albums & 72.5 Million in Singles 




















Credit: Chris Hollo 
Left to Right: Robert Femia (COO & EVP Business & Legal Affairs, MCA), Jackie Jones (SVP Artist & Industry Relations, RIAA), Carrie Underwood, Mike Harris (President & CEO, MCA) Katie McCartney (EVP / General Manager, MCA) and Stephanie Wright (EVP / Head of A&R, MCA)

Carrie Underwood has been named the highest RIAA certified female country artist of all time. She has sold 95 million units (22.5 million albums and 72.5 million singles) in the US alone across solo titles and collaborations.

“Accomplishments like this are more than I would have ever dared to dream of when I was starting out,” says Underwood. “I owe everything to the fans, who have literally voted for me from the beginning of my career and have showed up and given me so much love for over 20 years. I feel truly blessed.”

“This monumental achievement solidifies Carrie Underwood’s legacy as a generational talent and a true titan of the music industry. Becoming the highest RIAA certified female country artist of all time is a testament to the unparalleled connection Carrie shares with fans and the enduring power of her artistry,” adds Mike Harris, President & CEO, MCA.

The MCA team presented Underwood with a plaque following her performance at the Grand Ole Opry last week to celebrate the accomplishment. Her highest RIAA certifications include her 9x Platinum debut album Some Hearts, singles “Before He Cheats” (11x Platinum), “Blown Away” (5x Platinum), “Cowboy Casanova” (4x Platinum), “All-American Girl” (3x Platinum), “Church Bells” (3x Platinum) and platinum and multi-platinum collaborations, including her most recent, “I’m Gonna Love You” with Cody Johnson (Platinum).

Additionally, Underwood’s original holiday song from her 2021 holiday album, My Gift (Special Edition), “Favorite Time Of Year,” has been certified Gold.

Underwood has won over 100 major awards including 8 GRAMMY® Awards, 16 ACM Awards including three for Entertainer of the Year (the first female in history to win twice and the only female ever to win three times), 25 CMT Music Awards (holding the record for the most award wins ever for the show), 17 American Music Awards, 10 People’s Choice Awards, and 7 CMA Awards. She has recorded 29 #1 singles (14 of which she co-wrote), and has eight albums that are certified Multi-Platinum or Platinum by the RIAA.  All 10 of her albums (including nine studio albums and her 2014 Greatest Hits: Decade #1) – three of which she co-produced – have debuted in the Top 10 on the Billboard Top 200 chart for all genres, beginning with her 9x Platinum debut album, Some Hearts, which was released in 2005.

** OF NOTE **

I wonder if it is hard pure sales or stream units taken into account? 

REF: Carrie Underwood has become the highest RIAA Certified female country artist of all time with over 95 million units (22.5 million albums and 72.5 million singles) .

 According to RIAA, Reba McEntire has sold 41 million certified albums in the United States, making her the eighth best selling female album artist in the USA. 
How many did Taylor Swift sell when she was a tagged country artist? 
Canadian Shania's The Women In Me (12 million shipments throughout the United States.) & Come On Over (over 40 million copies).

Carrie not in top 100 on this list. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_highest-certified_music_artists_in_the_United_States

ABOUT CARRIE UNDERWOOD

Carrie Underwood is a true multi-format, multi-media superstar, spanning achievements in music, television, film, and as a bestselling author and successful entrepreneur. She has been a proud member of the Grand Ole Opry since 2008 and was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018. 
She has also built a successful business portfolio inspired by her passion for health and wellness, as she founded and created the fitness and lifestyle brand, CALIA by Carrie Underwood, and her first book, FIND YOUR PATH was an instant New York Times bestseller in 2020 when she also launched her popular fitness app, fit52. Carrie launched her exclusive year-round SiriusXM channel, CARRIE’S COUNTRY, in 2023, and created two additional channels, CARR-DIO by CARRIE’S COUNTRY and SAVIOR SUNDAY DAILY by CARRIE’S COUNTRY, both of which stream exclusively on the SiriusXM app.
She became the first artist to perform at the Resorts World Theatre in 2021, where her REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency concluded its 72-show run on April 12, and her concert special, “CARRIE UNDERWOOD: REFLECTION,” is now streaming worldwide on Hulu and Disney+. She has starred in the show open for primetime television’s #1 program, NBC’s Sunday Night Football, for 13 consecutive seasons, and will return for a second season on the judges panel of the hit show “American Idol,” alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie on ABC and Hulu, which she joined this year, marking the 20th anniversary of her winning the title.


Alexandra Kay’s Second Wind Unleashes Bold New Era

Performing on The Kelly Clarkson Show Monday, October 27 

Debut Single “Straight For The Heart” Impacts Country Radio on November 10 – Watch Music Video HERE

Second Wind: The Tour is a Spiritual Revival — Lines Around the Block, Every Lyric Sung Back, and Emotion So Real It Echoes Long After the Final Note Watch HERE






























Photo Credit: Alysse Gafkjen 

Nashville, TN (October 24, 2025) - Billboard’s Rookie of the Month Alexandra Kay returns with fierce creative momentum and unstoppable energy in sophomore album, Second Wind— a career-defining project that’s rooted in resilience, reinvention and raw emotion - available now.

Listen HERE (preferred music platform) or below.

“Second Wind is about honoring the moments when you think you’re finished — and realizing you’ve only just begun,” Alexandra shares. 

Produced by Andrew DeRobert with the Billboard-charting artist co-writing all but two tracks, Second Wind marks a triumphant evolution — both sonically and spiritually. Breathing new life into her story, Second Windis a revival, hitting like a spark in the dark - magnetic and glowing with possibility. Through shimmering synths, soulful vocals, and razor-sharp lyricism, the fierce new project invites listeners into a deeply personal journey of renaissance, vulnerability, and the power of starting over stronger. 

Woven with golden honesty and infused with her timeless vocals, critics are already buzzing over the Pandora 2025 “Artist to Watch: Country” and CMT 2025 Next Women of Country member. With over 8.7M social media followers, her brilliant storytelling is "custom-made for the country music genre" (People).

grit, hustle and honesty have fueled her ascendant trajectory on her sophomore album Second Wind” - Billboard

 “poised to be one of country music's next success stories” – Morning Hangover

“Alexandra Kay’s grounded storytelling has made her a country standout.” - HITS
“an absolute force in country music” – Country Swag

a career-defining moment” – All Country News
"Second Wind isa musical revivalher most powerful musical statement yet." – Entertainment Focus

"thesongwriting is topnotch” – MusicRow
“knows how to captivate audiences with her brand of heartfelt country” – Holler

“unparalleled storytelling”– Country Now
"a fearless new era filled with power, growth, and heart.” - Countrytown

Second Wind tells the story of Alexandra Kay’s evolution.” - St. Louis Magazine

Featuring “Straight For The Heart” that’s impacting country radio November 10, the magnetic single has already amassed over 1.6M on-demand streams and earned placement on the hottest DSP playlists including New Boots (Spotify) + Breakthrough, Country (Amazon Music) + New Country (Pandora) + Country's New Crop (YouTube Music).

The project also includes fan-favorites “Feminine Energy” and “What He Does” that Entertainment Focus called “a bold, feisty new banger” and “one of the most moving tracks of her career.” The album also includes “The Last” that MusicRow praised as “a delightful listening experience,” and “Cupid’s A Cowgirl” that Us Weekly boasted as “a raucous take on the single life.” Furthermore, “What He Does” claimed the top spot on the iTunes Country chart upon release, beating out several household names, and climbed to Top 5 All Genre. 

Now on her third headlining tour of the year — following a high-profile summer run with Brad Paisley —Second Wind: The Tour finds Alexandra at her most powerful, continuing to captivate audiences and pack out venues across the country through November, before she returns to the Grand Ole Opry on December 12.

With her critically acclaimed independent debut album, All I’ve Ever Known, hitting #1 on iTunes (All Genre & Country) and Top 10 on multiple Billboard charts (Current Country Album, Emerging Artist and HeatSeeker), the heart-first starlet is serving up the same tear-streaked ballads, poetic storytelling and diary-deep honesty that fuelled her divorce album and her fans crave. 

Direct Playlist LINK

Top Tracks:
The Last, Better Off, Straight For The Heart, Hell Right, Measure Of A Man, What He Does, Second Wind

Second Wind Tracklisting:
1.Better Off(Alexandra Kay, Dan Pellarin, Jet Harvey)
2.Nobody(Alexandra Kay, Emily Falvey, Pete Good)
3.Straight For The Heart(Jimmy Robbins, Karley Scott Collins, Sasha Sloan) 1.045 million streams
4.Right Now(Alexandra Kay, Jon Nite, Andrew DeRoberts)
5.Tomorrow Problems(Alexandra Kay, Jon Nite, Andrew DeRoberts)
6.Big Boy Boots(Alexandra Kay, Ava Suppelsa, Kevin Gruft, Maggie Champman)
7.Hell Right(Alexandra Kay, Andrew Capra, Ava Suppelsa, Lauren McLamb, Rocko Beall)
8.Measure Of A Man(Alexandra Kay, Allison Veltz-Cruz, Andrew DeRoberts)
9.Old Me(Shane McAnally, Sasha Sloan, Henry Agincourt Allen)
10.Cupid’s A Cowgirl(Alexandra Kay, Kevin Gruft, Cheyenna Rose Arnspiger) 1.38 million streams
11.The Last(Alexandra Kay, Jon Green, Andrew DeRoberts) 1.31 million streams
12.What He Does(Alexandra Kay, Andrew DeRoberts, Allison Veltz-Cruz)
13.Feminine Energy(Alexandra Kay, Lauren McLamb, Andrew Capra, Rocko Beall, Matt Wynn) 1.3 million streams
14.Second Wind(Alexandra Kay, Rocko Beall, Cheyenna Rose Arnspiger, Kevin Gruft)

Produced by Andrew DeRoberts

KEEP UP WITH ALEXANDRA KAY

About Alexandra Kay:
With over 8.7 MILLION social media followers, Alexandra Kay, who starred on Netflix’s series Westside, holds the rare and extraordinary ability to genuinely connect with audiences by just being her authentic true self via heartfelt melodies, her “refreshing brand of storytelling…custom-made for the country music genre” (People), and her “angelic, yet soaring vocals” (American Songwriter). Cementing herself as a force to be reckoned with in the industry, the bright and tenacious rising star that Billboard acclaimed as “an adept, propitious singer-songwriter,” dropped her debut album - All I’ve Ever Known- in 2023. The project reached #1 on the iTunes All Genre and Country charts globally and earned her a spot in the Top 10 on Billboard’s Current Country Album, Emerging Artist and HeatSeeker charts, independently.

Now, signed to BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville and named to Pandora’s “2025 Artist to Watch: Country” list and CMT’s “Next Women of Country: Class of 2025,” Alexandra wrapped a milestone 2024 - in which she headlined her own tour, joined Jelly Roll on his Beautifully Broken Arena Tour where she was taken under his wing and was featured on the GRAMMY-nominated Twisters movie soundtrack. Taking 2025 to the next level, the captivating songstress has been commanding stages worldwide. Having just wrapped dates with Brad Paisley along with opening her coffee shop, The Coffee Girl, in her hometown of Waterloo, Ill., the Billboard-charting country riser recently released her sophomore album, Second Wind and is currently on her third headlining tour of the year. Featuring her debut single “Straight For The Heart” that has been lighting up her live show, the electrifying new anthem impacts country radio on November 10. 

Ash Ruder Invites Listeners On A Golden-Hour Road Trip With Miss California




























NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 24th, 2025) - Rising singer-songwriter Ash Ruder invites listeners on an introspective road trip through memory and transformation with the release of her new EP, Miss California, available today via Riser House Records.

A coming-of-age concept album, Miss California unfolds like a cinematic drive down Highway 1 — where nostalgia rides shotgun and the horizon hums with possibility. The opening track, “The Valley (Cinematic Cut), sets the tone with the crackle of a radio turning on, tuning between childhood recollections and the restless ache to grow. Each song serves as a mile marker along Ruder's journey — pit stops, open roads, and reflections on love, identity, and the bittersweet passage of time.

Miss California started as an inner monologue I couldn't keep to myself,” Ruder shares. “A wrestling with the tension of two opposing feelings: grief that I wasn't a child anymore and excitement to finally begin chasing the thing I dreamed of as a little girl. Every song is the embodiment of the real conversations I've had with myself and others along the way — what if I fail? what if I regret leaving? but what if I find myself?

****   USE the Playlist play control 2nd left from top of the screen to see the playlisted..tracks and select one to play from the drop down menu  ***  👇

“MISS CALIFORNIA” TRACKLISTING
1.     The Valley (Cinematic Cut) - Ashlyn Ruder, Jared Hampton, Vinnie Paolizzi
2.     Miss California - Ashlyn Ruder, Jonathan Gamble, Jeff Pardo
3.     Blue Genes - Ashlyn Ruder, Jonathan Gamble, Fran Litterski 
4.     Countryside - Ashlyn Ruder, Melissa Fuller, Fran Litterski
5.     In the Cards - Ashlyn Ruder, Jonathan Gamble, Jeff Pardo
6.     Gypsy - Stevie Nicks 

The EP's title track, “Miss California,” arrives at the heart of the journey—a tender moment of longing for what's familiar, even as the road stretches ahead. On “Countryside,” Ruder trades Malibu's golden coasts for the quiet calm of farmland, reminding listeners there's more to her home state than cityscapes and ocean views.


“Blue Genes,” Ruder's viral breakout, wrestles with the inherited patterns that shape us, a raw and resonant reflection on “emotional hand-me-downs.” “In the Cards” follows as a wistful 1970s-style radio ballad that captures the sting of change with graceful honesty, while “Gypsy” closes the record like a soft exhale — a reflection of who we were and who we're becoming.

Dreamlike, cinematic, and sun-faded in tone, Miss California is both a love letter to the places we come from and an ode to the courage it takes to leave them behind. Through Ruder's evocative storytelling and vulnerable lyricism, the project captures the ache of leaving, the beauty of arriving, and the freedom of becoming.

You can connect with Ash Ruder by visiting her website. For more information on Riser House, you can visit their website.

ABOUT RISER HOUSE ENTERTAINMENT:
Founded by Jennifer Johnson, Matt Swanson, and Mitchell Tenpenny in 2016, Riser House Entertainment was created with the goal of creating music that stands the test of time. Home to some of Nashville's most exciting acts, including Mitchell Tenpenny, Dillon Carmichael, Meghan Patrick, LANCO, Stephen Day, Coiler, The Wldlfe, and Ash Ruder, Riser House takes an artist-first philosophy and supports artists' careers from publishing, distribution, and radio promotion to marketing, A&R, and creative services.

Country Artist Maddie Lenhart Releases Stunning New Single "Drive Me Crazy"




























October 24, 2025 (Nashville, TN): Nashville country artist Maddie Lenhart releases new single "Drive Me Crazy." The single is now available on all digital streaming platforms. (preferred music platform) or listen below.

With “Drive Me Crazy,” Maddie Lenhart delivers a breathtaking dose of freedom, longing, and wild abandon — wrapped in a sound that feels like the golden hour between country and indie folk. From the opening line, “I been stayin’ on the safe side, in between the white lines,” Lenhart paints a picture of emotional restraint and the aching desire to finally break free. What follows is a crescendo of grit and grace — jangling guitars, steady percussion, and a vocal that balances vulnerability with fire. 

Sonically, “Drive Me Crazy” lands somewhere between Kacey Musgraves’ “Slow Burn” and Maggie Rogers’ “Alaska” — fusing rootsy warmth with a modern edge. Lenhart’s voice glows with authenticity — soft where it needs to ache, bold where it needs to soar — and her lyrics hit like headlights on an empty highway: romantic, restless, and real. By the time she reaches the chorus — “I wanna feel that rush, feel that fire / Like a ’68 Mustang goin’ 95” — you’re right there with her, chasing that same spark of something dangerous and beautiful.

MORE ABOUT MADDIE LENHART: 

Hailing from the hills of West Virginia, Maddie Lenhart has taken her mountaintop soul and Appalachian storytelling to the Nashville scene in a major way. Performing at every talent show she could find as a child, Maddie’s love for music deepened with age. After graduating college in the Blue Ridge Mountains, she moved to Nashville and immersed herself in the city’s songwriting community. The COVID-19 pandemic became a turning point, prompting her to commit to music full-time.

Since releasing her debut single in September 2023, Maddie’s career has taken off. Her breakout track “Sober” has racked up nearly 400,000 organic streams, earning praise for her raw lyricism and magnetic voice. She has headlined shows at The Basement, performed fan-favorite sets at The East Room and Bowery Vault, and sold out rounds at both the Listening Room Café and the iconic Bluebird Café. Most recently, she returned home for a sold-out show at The Barns at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia.

2025 has been monumental for Lenhart. She was named an Artist You Need to Know by Holler, performed on the Spotlight Stage at CMA Fest, and took the stage at The Kennedy Center in June. Her music has been featured by the Academy of Country Music, Spotify, Apple Music, and other major platforms.

Billie Jo Jones Unveils Bold New Chapter on New Album ‘Turquoise & Silver’

Jones recently featured in FORBES from Daytona International Speedway


























New music competition show ‘The Road,’ premieres Sunday, October 19th on CBS & Paramount+

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country music singer-songwriter Billie Jo Jones, a musician on the CBS/Paramount+ music competition series The Road’ premiering Sunday, Oct. 19 (9:00 - 10:30 PM, ET/PT), is turning heads with her highly anticipated second album, TURQUOISE & SILVER. Available on all major streaming platforms, the album is a fiery, unapologetic collection that celebrates individuality, authenticity, and artistic growth.

Blending heartfelt storytelling with bold, dynamic melodies, ‘Turquoise & Silver’ reflects Jones’s journey as an artist unafraid to explore her voice and push creative boundaries. Each track captures the spirit of resilience, self-expression, and empowerment, offering listeners a vivid glimpse into the experiences and emotions that have shaped her life and music. With its mix of soaring anthems and intimate ballads, the album establishes Jones as a powerful and distinctive presence in contemporary country music.

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Leading up to the release of her new album, Billie Jo Jones has made a significant impact with three standout singles: “Marilyn,” premiered by Center Stage Magazine; “Flame,” premiered by Cowboys & Indians; and the title track “Turquoise & Silver,” premiered by Think Country. 

Together, these songs highlight the range and depth of Jones’s artistry, blending heartfelt storytelling, bold melodies, and emotional resonance. The singles collectively set the stage for an album that is both dynamic and deeply authentic, offering listeners a powerful glimpse into the sound, heart, and vision of Billie Jo Jones.

(17 Oct 2025) Billie Jo Jones - Turquoise & Silver (Get Joe Records) 12 songs, 42:03


RATING: 3.1/2 STARS
Top Tracks: End OF Me, Reasons To Call, Playin’ Pretend, Love’s Not Goin’ Anywhere

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‘Turquoise & Silver’ track listing:

1. Flame 3:14 (Billie Jo Jones, Bobby E. Boyd, Leonard Sniegowski) 6.1K streams (released on 11 April 2025)
2. Reasons To Call 4:08 (Aaron Weatherholt, Leonard Sniegowski)
3. Oh We Owe 2:39 (Aaron Weatherholt, Billie Jo Jones, Kelly Schoenfeld)
4. Marilyn 3:21 (Billie Jo Jones, Pete Salis) 6.4K streams
5. End OF Me 3:26 (Billie Jo Jones, Bobby E. Boyd, Leonard Sniegowski, TAMMY MARLER)
6. Tequila’s Hittin’ Me Harder 3:00 (Aaron Weatherholt, Billie Jo Jones, Bobby E. Boyd, Kelly Schoenfeld, Leonard Sniegowski, TAMMY MARLER)
7. Playin’ Pretend 4:52 (written by Billie Jo Jones, Bobby E. Boyd, Leonard Sniegowski)
8. Find A Better Man 2:59 (Billie Jo Jones, Leonard Sniegowki)
9. Run Darlin’ Run 3:27 (Billie Jo Jones, Morgan Lee Powers, Trannie Anderson)
10. Love’s Not Goin’ Anywhere 3:38 (Bobby E. Boyd, Dave Norris, Leonard Sniegowski)
11. Turquoise & Silver 2:56 (Billie Jo Jones, Leonard Sniegowski, Morgan Lee Powers)
12. Forever 4:17 (Billie Jo Jones, Leonard Sniegowski)

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Billie Jo Jones Unveils Captivating New Single “Marilyn”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Country music singer-songwriter Billie Jo Jones, a musician on the upcoming CBS/Paramount+ competition series ‘The Road,’ (Sundays 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM, ET/PT), is releasing her latest single, “Marilyn.” Premiered by Center Stage Magazine, the song marks another bold step in Jones’ journey as a storyteller and vocalist, blending heartfelt lyrics with a sound that is both timeless and refreshingly modern. Written by Billie Jo Jones and Pete Sallis, “Marilyn” is equal parts romance and nostalgia, telling the story of a long-awaited date night where classic Hollywood romance meets modern-day country sparkle. With lyrics like “Tonight you’re my James Dean and I’ll be your Marilyn Monroe,” Jones captures the effortless chemistry of rekindled love. And wrapping it all in a feel-good melody that’s impossible not to sing along to.

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More about Billie Jo Jones:
Billie Jo Jones was born and raised in Texas, seemingly destined for the stage from the start. "I was putting on private concerts for my grandparents in their living room when I was just 4 or 5 years old," she recalls. "They would sit, watch me for hours, and clap for me after every song." This early passion blossomed into a deep love for classic country music, inspired by icons like Shania Twain, the Dixie Chicks, Patsy Cline, Ray Price, and Loretta Lynn, all of whom continue to influence her authentic artistry today.


Billie Jo quickly transitioned from the living room to the airwaves, launching a streak of chart-topping hits that established her as a formidable voice in country music. Her breakout single, “Right Now Kinda Girl,” topped the Texas Regional Radio Chart and paved the way for her debut full-length album, ‘Some Girls Don’t Cry,’ whose powerful title track also hit #1.

She followed this success with “Whose Tequila Are You Drinkin’,” a hit that soared to #1 on the CDX True Indie chart, earned her the distinction of Top Female Indie Artist on Music Row’s Breakout Radio chart, and became an Amazon #1 Best Seller. Her fourth consecutive chart-topper, “Flame,” solidified her rising status.

Now reaching a national audience, Billie Jo’s music, personality, and undeniable stage presence are shining through on the new CBS/Paramount+ television series ‘The Road,’ premiering Sunday, October 19th at 9:00 PM, ET/PT on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+.

Never one to slow down, Billie Jo Jones is back in the spotlight with her current single, “Turquoise & Silver,” which is burning up the airwaves and climbing the charts at country radio. Billie Jo continues to prove she’s one of the most exciting and authentic voices in modern country music.